It doesn’t get much better than seeing repeat clients—especially when they’re as sweet and adorable as my clients! Baby Anya is a repeat visitor at Andrea Sollenberger Photography, and I’ve had the privilege to photograph her as she reaches a variety of milestones. Just a few months ago, we were shooting sitting and crawling photographs…along with a ton of adorable pics with bunnies and props that got the cutest results!
TURNING ONE & THE FUN’S JUST BEGUN!
Now, Anya’s a fun and funny, sweet and giggly, expressive 1-year-old, and how the time has flown! Every time she’s been to the studio, I’ve been smitten with this little girl’s larger-than-life personality and her sweet expressions I just can’t help but smile right back at!
A CHRISTMAS DRESS & PERFECT HOLIDAY PROPS
Celebrating a milestone birthday at the Christmas holiday gave us tons of festive ideas for professional portraits. Imagine experiencing the winter holidays through the eyes of a one-year-old! The colors and the magic are things that are indescribable, but this photo captures a year’s worth of wonder on Anya’s sweet face.
ALL DRESSED UP FROM HEAD TO TOE
Just when I thought this little sweetie couldn’t look any cuter, her mom, Marta chose the most adorable Christmas dress ever for her little girl. A ruffled red and green plaid was cute as can be, and she topped it with a bright red cardigan, a perfectly-poofy bow, and shiny buckled Mary Jane shoes over black tights. With this delightful little ensemble, Anya looked like the prettiest little holiday gift—even better than all those packages under the tree!
CREATE PRICELESS MEMORIES WITH GENERATIONAL FAMILY PHOTOS
If life teaches us anything, it’s that nothing ever stays the same. Time moves too fast, and our little ones grow up before our eyes! Photos like this one are some of the most precious keepsakes you will invest in for your family.
With little Anya front and center, mom and dad pose on one side with grandma on the other. Her great-big grin as she soaks up all the love from her family is heartwarming, and it’s easy to see exactly why everyone wants to capture every moment possible with this sweet little girl.
Don’t let the moments fly by! At my studio, you’ll find plenty of ways to incorporate your entire family into your little one’s portraits, and you can mix and match meaningful keepsakes from home with the many props I have ready for you to choose from to create a one-of-a-kind moment for your family.
THE LADIES HAVE IT, THREE GENERATIONS STRONG
There’s something really special about being able to gather three generations of women in a single photograph. It’s something to celebrate! It’s easy to see the love an pride in their eyes, and with grandma and mom behind her, there’s nothing in the world baby Anya won’t be able to do!
Much of the beauty of this photo comes from its simplicity. I love how Marta chose a neutral cream background that really helps them all stand out. In her bright red holiday sweater, Anya is a festive bright spot, supported by mom in pretty polka dots and grandma in a lovely solid sweater that looks chic and classy in this setting. With just a sprig of wintergreen and a red-trimmed pillow, a touch of holiday trim is added, but the stars of the show are definitely these lovely ladies.
As Anya grows up, it’s fun to see the expressions on her face and her active hands! Don’t worry about a little bit of movement—it’s all part of her 1-year milestone. The tiny bit of mischief that’s beginning to show in Anya’s sparkling eyes makes me excited for our next milestone session, too! I’m wondering what she’ll learn and how she’ll change before I see her next.
That’s exactly why milestone photos are so important, especially for the littlest ones. Babies change so fast—almost in the blink of an eye. These portraits are already priceless to the family, but just think how much they’ll mean one of these days when Anya is running off to play with friends on the playground!
SPECIAL MOMENTS WITH GRANDMA, MEMORIES FOR A LIFETIME
There’s no love like a grandma’s love, and this photo shows all of that and more. Anya looks ready to play as she grins a playful and sparkly-eyed smile on her grandma’s lap, and a look of adoration on grandma’s face shows that a little spoiling isn’t too far off!
We take impromptu photos every day, but how often do you get the chance to sit down and have a professional really focus on getting to know you and your family to make sure you get portraits you’ll cherish forever? I’ve loved every moment of getting to know little Anya and her family, and I’m thrilled to help them create lasting photo memories of the moments that are most important to them!
PROPS, BACKDROPS & ALL THE STOPS
If you’re looking for a sleigh full of snow, this is the place! Actually, there’s not a whole lot I won’t do to make sure clients get the session of their dreams, so whether you’re looking for newborn photos, maternity photos, or a collection of milestone photos, you’ll find just what you need in my studio.
Little Anya looks ready to take off for the North Pole in this deep red sleigh that’s surrounded by a lovely winter garland and topped with a giant bow. She looks right at home in a huge pile of fluffy “snow,” and true to her 1-year-old nature, she’s exploring a bit and grabbing for a handful of greenery outside the sleigh!
LEARNING & DISCOVERING…TURNING 1 IS SO MUCH FUN
There are SO many things happening when you’re one. Just think…you’re learning to toddle around the house, say words, laugh, and express your feelings with your eyes and your smile. Whew…and that’s just the beginning!
Every little moment counts, and that’s why this portrait of little Anya smiling as she flips through a board book is so precious. Perched adorably on a just-her-size bench, she crosses her feet and prepares to peruse the pictures in this tiny book.
This portrait is lovely for so many reasons! Not only does it capture an important growing-up milestone, I love how it shows off her dainty hands holding onto the pages. And the details of her gorgeous eyelashes really show as she looks downward toward this storybook. The white fur rug under her feet adds a touch of warmth to this scene of holiday wonder, creating an image the family is sure to cherish as this sweet girl continues to grow and learn.
Professional photo sessions are your opportunity to collaborate with me and let me know all about the important moments, memories, and relationships you want to capture in a long-lasting way.
Don’t miss a single moment of their growing-up months! Book newborn photos and baby milestone sessions so you’re sure to capture all their little expressions, personality changes, and emotions you’ll want to remember for years to come. Don’t forget to keep up with the toddler years, too! Creative toddler and family photos are a great way to preserve special moments you all share together.
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Wow, stunning work. I love how you incorporated the family in this sweet session to document not only the little one but the family at this time in her life as well. So sweet having multiple generations, I want that for my kiddo’s baby milestone sessions.
Thank you Jody! It adds much meaning to bring grandparents into photos when they are available to do so. Older family members have so much love and over the years offer a great deal of widsom and meaning to this relationship. Catching grandma in this photo session with her one year old grandchild will bring back all the memories of this visit!
I love that you took the time to get baby with her grandma! That is something this little girl will treasure even more when she is older! 1st year milestone sessions are some of my favorites. Babies are just starting to really interact with the world around them!
I agree Brandi! Littl Anya will one day look back and be very glad to have one year old baby photos with grandma! I am happy to add extended family and especially grandparents as often as possible to add deep meaning to cherished photo sessions.
I love all the special baby milestones you capture for families! While the babies don’t know yet, having pictures with grandparents is something that I highly recommend. They just aren’t with us long enough, so getting professional photos with Grandma is something Anya will be thrilled to have when she’s older. I love that you offer a complete package for your families. When families hire Andrea Sollenberger Photography they are 100% guaranteed to have those first year milestones remembered. No worries about which photographer to hire or forgetting before the baby is too old. By signing up early, the entire first year is all set for them! That’s a great service for new moms!
Family photos are so very important. It is my thrill to make newborn photo memories with not only mom and dad, but ones that extended family can enjoy and be present in as well. So glad for your comments and support, Michelle!
Baby milestone photos like these truly show baby’s life stages and the family connections at each step along the way. Priceless.
Thanks for your feedback Anna. Babies changes so fast. It’s a treasure to tell the story of their development with baby photos!