Tag: Baby

March 12, 2015

Ansley :: Marietta Newborn Photographer

I recently opened a studio in my home (Look for a blog about that soon!) And Miss Ansley was my first studio customer. I wasn’t “officially” open yet as a Marietta newborn photographer, but they agreed to overlook the disorder and bring their brand new baby girl to me. It was a wonderful experience on every level. She wasn’t too interested in sleeping, but I used all the magic tricks I picked up through my years of photography and she eventually gave in. Mom and Dad were awesome….Dad was a enthusiastic, proud daddy. He couldn’t have been more adorable with his tiny new human. I was relaxed in my own space trying out new props and techniques. And I feel as though the end result captured my comfort and happiness in my new studio. I am already looking forward to photographing this family again and again 🙂

FamilyTales Photography is located in Lancaster County, PA. Specializing in premiere in studio maternity, newborn, family and wedding portraiture. Serving Lancaster, York, Hershey, Harrisburg and surrounding areas in Central PA. All images and design © FamilyTales Photography. All rights reserved.

March 10, 2015

Ethan :: Newborn Photography, Milton

Ethan’s mommy and I went to school together. I hadn’t heard from her in years, but she must have been following along with my Facebook posts because as soon as she had little Ethan she messaged me and told me I had to take his portraits! Who am I to deny an old friend? This session gave me some angst because Mother Nature was playing games with the weather and the forecast was not good. I didn’t want to push Ethan’s newborn portraits too much later because I didn’t want to miss his “sleepy baby window”. So I ventured up to Milton despite the weather warnings. I am SO glad that I did. This smirky, happy little guy was absolutely worth the trip. And, of course, it was great to catch up with his mommy after all these years too.

February 6, 2015

I am Chandler Bing.

My 14 year old and I are binge-watching Friends on Netflix. The other night was the episode where Chandler and Monica were attempting to get their engagement portraits taken. As I was sitting there bonding with my teen I realized something about myself.

I AM THE CHANDLER BING OF BLOGGING!!!

Many of you probably don’t know that my major in college was mass communications with an emphasis on journalism. I was the editor of my high school paper. I never met an English class I didn’t love. I had MAD writing skills!! Then I attempted blogging. (Here is my ridiculous first attempt at blogging.) And much like Chandler, who loses all ability to smile when he is in front of a camera, I lose all ability to write creatively when I sit down to blog. Who knew?!?

Currently, I am sitting in the faculty room at my children’s school where I volunteer on Fridays waiting on the copier to finish a massive job. I was bored so I decided to give the old pen (Bright green! Go, Donegal!) and paper (the backside of a copying mistake pulled form the recycling bin) a try. I am not sure it is going any better than when I type.

So, why blog, you ask? As a photographer it is my goal to let my work tell the story, right? A picture is worth a thousand words and all that jazz. Well, research tells me this blogging thing is a necessity in building my business. I will spare you the very boring details. But, here I am (again)…..blogging….and, let’s be honest, not terribly well. But guess what?!? Business is growing. So, I will continue along with my Chandler Bing-like writing skills and hope that you all stop by once in a while to at least take a look at all the pretty pictures 🙂

By the way, here are two of my friends that are the supermodels of blogging: Jessica Coup and Susan Heydt. If my blog hasn’t put you to sleep you should definitely check them out! You won’t be sorry.

February 2, 2015

Ella Rose :: Harrisburg Newborn Photographer

I booked Miss Ella’s newborn portraits months ago. Her mommy found me on the Internet by searching for Harrisburg newborn photographer (which always makes me happy). I felt an instant connection to Jen because she shared with me that they chose the name Ella Rose for their firstborn daughter. Ella is my eldest daughter’s first name and Rose is my youngest daughter’s middle name. How fun is that?!? (I considered asking if they had a dog named Henry at home since that is my son’s name, but I was afraid they would think I was insane and change their minds about using me as their newborn photographer.)

Harrisburg Newborn Photographer

Ella was due to make her entrance into the world on March 6th, but instead arrived January 24. Jen emailed me asking how we handled newborn pictures since the newborn would be spending some time in the NICU. I explained that she should just contact me when they were released and we would do her portraits at that time. And then, on a whim, I offered to go to the hospital and do a quick lifestyle photography session to capture these early moments. Jen enthusiastically agreed.

So, this morning after some serious disappointment over the lack of a 2 hour school delay, I was off to Hershey Medical Center. Good news! Ella was progressing well and was moved to the Continuing Care Unit instead of NICU. I arrived at feeding time and just went to work snapping Ella and her mommy together. Jen is a natural and Ella…..well, Ella is just beautiful. I liked Jen and instantly felt at ease. We chatted and I snapped. I snapped and we chatted. She shared with me some photos of Ella and her daddy from her phone.

All in all, I only ended up spending about a half hour with Jen and Ella, but I had such a wonderful time. I am so anxious to hear from them that they are headed home and I can see them again. Until then, enjoy this adorableness <3

FamilyTales Photography – Harrisburg Newborn Photographer

January 15, 2015

Justin & Heather :: Maternity Photography Lancaster PA

Maternity Photography Lancaster PA

Heather’s parents won a gift certificate for a session at a silent auction for maternity photography, Lancaster PA. When she contacted me she mentioned she was pregnant with a baby boy and wondered if she could use the certificate for a maternity photography session I was thrilled. We tried to get together and shoot the session several times, but Mother Nature had a different plan. So, when I arrived for this maternity photography session near Lancaster PA, I was shooting a couple I had never met at a location I had never seen. As it turned out I hit the jackpot with a gorgeous couple and an amazing location. I couldn’t be happier with the outcome.

Maternity Photography Lancaster PA

Maternity Photography, Lancaster PA

Maternity Photography in Lancaster PA

Maternity Photography Lancaster PA, was done by top rated and reviewed photographer Jaime Warburton of FamilyTales Photography. Maternity and newborn photography are a specialty of Jaime, who has many years experience photographing babies and moms throughout the Lancaster County area.

January 14, 2015

Tucker :: Newborn Photography, Milton

I first met Megan and Brandon when I did their engagement portraits several years ago. It was the first time I had ever had someone photograph ME at a shoot. Brandon’s mom was documenting it ALL! I went on to photograph their wedding. It was an amazing event. It was one of those weddings that I love so much. The kind where everyone there makes me feel like family. I was SO excited when Megan told me she was pregnant. After all, we had become more than photographer and client. We had become friends. I made the trip up to Milton to photograph their pregnancy announcement which heavily featured Wyatt, the St. Bernard. A few months later I happily left my own family’s Labor Day picnic to photograph Brandon and Megan’s gender reveal which they held at their own holiday picnic surrounded by family and friends. It was so exciting!! A boy! Megan was as shocked as anyone though there were priceless expressions all around. Then there were the maternity portrait on a bitter cold winter day. Wyatt, the furry big brother to be was the party star once again. And after all that Tucker FINALLY arrived!! And at 4 days old we finally met. I can’t wait to watch him grow. This is the goal for my business. I want to watch families grow <3