Baby

So much happens that first year...

Don’t miss a moment of your baby’s first year! My Charlottesville baby photography sessions are perfect for capturing milestones at 4, 6, and 12 months, or anytime in between and beyond! From those gummy smiles to belly laughs, to that first taste of birthday cake, each stage is worth remembering. These baby milestone sessions are also a wonderful opportunity to include parent-and-baby and sibling portraits, creating meaningful images that highlight your growing family and your baby’s blooming personality.

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I constantly go between wanting you to stay my little baby forever and being excited about all the things you'll do in life.

Every mom everywhere
Baby girl plays with a mobile against a neutral background during her three-month milestone session with Charlottesville baby photographer.
Baby boy messy boho first birthday cake smash session in Charlottesville, Virginia
Collage of an adorable six month-old girl in a lemon dress against a blue backdrop by Charlottesville baby and family photographer.
One year-old baby celebrates her birthday with a blush, floral cake smash session, captured by Charlottesville newborn photographer.

One-Year Cake Smash and Splash


Is your baby about to turn one? That first year flies by in a blur of cuddles, milestones, and tiny moments that deserve to be remembered. As a Charlottesville baby photographer, I specialize in capturing this once-in-a-lifetime season with heartfelt, joy-filled first birthday portrait sessions.


Whether you’re dreaming of a beautifully styled themed cake smash and splash, a more simple and budget-friendly short-session cake smash, or timeless, natural baby portraits, I’ll help you celebrate your little one in a way that feels true to your family. Every session is thoughtfully designed to highlight your baby’s personality—those curious expressions, chubby hands, and that unmistakable sparkle that only exists at this age.



My goal is to turn this meaningful milestone into beautiful, emotive portraits you’ll treasure long after your baby is all grown up—images that bring you right back to this sweet, fleeting chapter every time you look at them.


Let me love you a little more before you're not little anymore
Adorable baby girl splashes in a mini tub during her first-birthday photoshoot, by Charlottesville newborn and family photographer.
Curly headed baby girl makes faces at the camera as she sits against a warm, neutral backdrop at Charlottesville newborn and family studio.
Baby girl dressed in antique white against a white backdrop plays with a family heirloom jewelry box for her one-year photoshoot.
Gorgeous backlit image of a six month-old baby for her milestone session, captured by Charlottesville family and newborn photographer.
Baby boy in neutral knit overalls smiles as he lies against a soft plaid blanket, captured by Charlottesville baby and family photographer.
Baby girl wearing a candy cane sweater smiles as she lies on a warm white flokati, captured by Charlottesville maternity photographer.
Beautiful baby girl celebrates her half birthday against a sunflower theme in studio, captured by Charlottesville newborn photographer.
One year-old boy plays with the word "one" during his nautical-themed cake smash session with Charlottesville baby and newborn photographer.
Twin six month-old sisters smile at the camera, dressed in matching blue floral dresses, captured by Charlottesville baby photographer.
Bright-eyed baby wearing a lacy boho romper lies against a beige wool rug, captured by Charlottesville maternity photographer.
Laughing baby wears a fuzzy bunny hat, captured by Charlottesville newborn, baby, maternity, and family photographer.
Three month-old baby girl wearing a cream boho romper sits in a white spindle cradle, smiling softly,  by Charlottesville photographer.
Baby girl in a white sweater sits on her mom during her first birthday cake smash session at Charlottesville newborn photography studio.
Baby boy in white props himself up against a chair, against a wood backdrop, captured by Charlottesville newborn and maternity photographer.
Adorable baby girl with dark eyes lies against a pink wool rug with a sunflower theme, captured by Charlottesville newborn photographer.
Smiling baby girl in white props up during tummy time on a warm neutral backdrop, captured by Charlottesville family photographer.
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Neutral nursery featuring wall art of an adorable smiling baby in a swing, from Charlottesville newborn and family photographer.
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