Carmel Indiana Newborn Photography by KristeenMarie

Some newborn props are selected because they coordinate with a nursery or favorite color. However, this wooden box carried a much bigger story. I have photographed all three girls in this family as newborns. During each session, we used the same wooden box featuring their family name. The box came from a family business and […]

A football helmet is not a typical newborn photography prop. That is exactly why it belonged in this session. This baby boy’s dad spent years playing professional football. Instead of creating a full football theme, we used his helmet for one meaningful image. The rest of the session remained simple, neutral, and focused on their […]

When parents book a newborn session, they are usually thinking about pictures of the baby. And I get it. The baby is the reason for the session. You want the sleepy poses, tiny toes, little lips, sweet profile, and brand-new details. Those images are important, and I will always photograph them. But there is another […]

When most people think about newborn photos, they picture a very sleepy baby under two weeks old. And yes, that age can be wonderful for those curly, sleepy, naked newborn poses. But life does not always follow that timeline. Sometimes babies arrive early. Sometimes there is a NICU stay. Sometimes parents need time to recover. […]

There is something special about photographing a newborn baby at home. The nursery is right there. The couch where parents spend long nights is right there. The quiet window light, tiny details, and first days together are all part of the story. This sweet in-home lifestyle newborn session in Indianapolis was relaxed, simple, and full […]

One thing parents notice almost immediately when they walk into my studio? It’s warm. Like… really warm. I keep my newborn studio around 80+ degrees during sessions, and yes, there’s a reason for it. Newborn babies are used to being cozy and warm 24/7 before they enter the world. Once they arrive, they still crave […]

One of the first questions I get from new parents is how to prepare their baby for a newborn session. And honestly, this is where I make things really simple for you. You don’t need to guess or stress. I guide you through the entire process so you know exactly what to expect. I Send […]

Let’s be honest — for a lot of families, the dogs are the babies. So when an actual baby arrives, it only makes sense that your four-legged family members get to be part of the celebration too. As an Indianapolis newborn photographer who does a lot of in-home lifestyle newborn photography sessions, I get asked […]

When people start planning maternity photos, they often imagine big open fields and colorful flowers. Those locations can be beautiful. But there is another option that works especially well during certain times of the year. Urban maternity sessions. As a Zionsville maternity photographer, I love photographing sessions in downtown Zionsville because the setting offers so […]

Over the past year, my newborn sessions have shifted in a quiet way. Not dramatically. Not drastically. But intentionally. As an Indianapolis newborn photographer, I’ve always loved beautiful styling and thoughtful setups. I still do. I still guide every pose. I still pay attention to every tiny detail. But lately, I’ve been leaning into something […]