Ashley had first contacted the studio when she was pregnant with her son to inquire about booking a session. She had been interested in The Birth Session, maternity, and newborn. We were sad to inform her that we were fully booked and didn’t have any additional space on our calendar. Many of our clients book in the beginning to middle of their second trimester, and we have LOTS who choose to book during their first trimester. It really is never too soon to reserve your spot so we are guaranteed to be able to work with you!
A few months after her son arrived, she contacted us to book a six month milestone session. She and her husband both had hectic work schedules, but were able to make a weekday work for scheduling. Sometimes we have parents who work take a longer lunch and pop by the studio. We do schedule sessions on weekends, but have limited availability, so if you’ve waited until the last minute or want more options for session dates and times - being open to a weekday is definitely in your favor!
We sent over our studio style guide to Ashley and let her know she was welcome to set up a time to come by the studio if she wanted to. This is totally optional! We completely understand that some of our clients simply don’t have the time to drop by for a style consult, and we’re happy to participate in an email exchange to offer our input on what you’re thinking of dressing everyone in should you want to. If you don’t need any assistance or input - that’s also just fine. Everyone is different!
On the day of the session, when the family of three arrived, I started chatting with Cameron. I asked where he worked, and when he told me - I asked him if he knew some of my other clients who also worked there. Sure enough, he did! Such a small world! I loved the striped blue and white linen J. Crew dress Ashley had brought to wear for her session. Oliver wore the cutest striped one piece with adorable button detailing, and dad was in a casual button down that picked up one of the stripe colors. It was the perfect mix!
We began the session with family images, and it wasn’t too hard to get these guys snuggling and interacting together. Ashley and Cameron adore their son, and the feeling is mutual! Once Oliver was comfortable with me, we moved to some solo baby portraits, and then it was time for an outfit change. Ashley had brought along some striped engineer pants with the cutest suspenders. I pulled a white linen button down from my studio wardrobe to incorporate into some as well.
I think my most favorite image from this session is the one below of Ashley laughing as Oliver munches on a fistful of her hair. He’s looking right at his mama, and she looks so beautiful and happy. It’s also a genuine mother and son moment, and one that Ashley would never be able to see of herself. Those are the things I’m looking for during your time with me - I want to document those special and silly moments that really show the love and emotional connection between your family.
If you're expecting a baby or already a parent and looking for a newborn, maternity, or family photographer, I would love to work with you to create images that you will love for a lifetime. Watch this video to hear about my philosophy and see how I work in the studio so you can determine if I'm the right fit for you. I can't wait to meet you!
Lily Sophia Photography specializes in newborn, baby, maternity, and family photography in Atlanta, Georgia and surrounding areas.
