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4 Reasons to Get in The Photos With Your Newborn

Let’s face it. Post-partum bodies leave us feeling like a stranger when we look in the mirror (if you choose to look in the mirror, that is). Some things are bigger, some smaller, weight shifted to weird places, and bits hanging lower than ever before. And where exactly did all of that extra skin come from?

If we’re being honest. We are not feeling our cutest in the first two weeks after giving birth to a child.

And fun for you – that is the exact time frame the newborn photographer needs to photograph your new baby. It is SO easy to dismiss the idea of getting photos of yourself with your newborn, but I’m here to tell you to GET IN THE PHOTOS.

Hear me out on this one. I know you are sleep deprived, stressed out, dealing with post partum issues, clothes not fitting, learning about your baby and finding yourself as a new mom (or mom to multiples)….but I can promise you, taking those photos is WORTH IT.  You will look back on those photos and LOVE that moments that were captured. 

Why You Should Get in The Photos

  1. It’s hard to take a selfie with you and your baby in it. A cell phone photo can’t capture the emotion you feel when you look at that precious child in your arms.

  2. Your baby will never be this size again. You’ll always want to remember how small they were in your arms. Mom brain makes you forget things like their flaky skin, tiny feet, and the way their tiny hands wrapped perfectly around your finger.

  3. Genealogy and heritage. Decades from now, your descendants will enjoy seeing photos of you and your family all together.

  4. Getting professional photos of yourself can make you look and feel amazing – there’s just something about getting your hair and makeup done that can really lift your spirits.

Yes, you will see things you don’t love about yourself, but there is no amount of money or time that will ever get you those priceless moments back. That’s why it's important to document it and preserve it. And if I’m the one photographing you and your family, my sole goal in the lifestyle portion of the session is to make you feel comfortable, beautiful, and show you in your best light.

Ready to get in some photos with your new precious little angel? Contact me to set up your appointment today!

Pearland Baby and Family Photographer | Kollins Six Month

Kollins Six Month & Family Session

Oh, my goodness, y’all – cuteness overload! I love this family so much, and I’m enjoying watching their two sweet kiddos grow. Baby Kollins came back to see me for her six-month milestone session, and Mom decided she wanted a family session outdoors this time. Kollins’ six-month birthday happened to land right around fall time in Texas, so we had some lovely cool weather with a gorgeous fall sunset the night of their session.

Although it comes in a very small window, fall is always one of my favorite times to do outdoor portraits in Texas! You can definitely see how much personality baby Kollins has in these images. She loves the outdoors, and she was full of smiles, which made it such a fun session! (I think it might have had something to do with her playful brother being by her side.)

She borrowed a few wardrobe options from my studio collection as well as the adorable floral crown. Baby girls and flowers are always a perfect combination in my opinion! She has the most gorgeous blue eyes I’ve ever seen, so the light blue, coral, green, and pink colors really made them stand out even more. What a beauty!

We made sure to capture both family images as well as several individual photos of Kollins during this session. I always encourage families to participate in their baby's milestone sessions as it helps baby adjust to the situation AND creates gorgeous family memories for them to cherish and look back upon. These sibling portraits are priceless! I know their parents adore them, but I guarantee they’ll be equally treasured by Kollins and her brother when they grow up. Their bond is something special, and what an honor it was to capture these moments for them.

Happy half birthday, baby Kollins! I can’t wait to see this crew back in a few months.

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League City Baby Photographer

League City Baby Photographer

And here she is! Ellis is six months old – and so full of personality! If you missed it, check the previous post for her adorable 4thof July themed newborn and family session! This gorgeous girl has grown so much since I last saw her. She transformed from a sleepy little snuggle bug into a bright-eyed wiggle worm! The six-month milestone is one of my favorites because they’re so interactive and curious, wanting to explore anything they can get their hands on. The toothy grins are my absolute favorite!

For baby Ellis’ milestone sessions, Mom requested that I come to their gorgeous home in League City and photograph their family in their "natural environment.” Lifestyle sessions are some of my favorites because I can really capture the full personalities of each member and the sweet candid moments of everyday life together. We really did it up, and I had so much fun being a fly on the wall as they did their thing, which meant lots of smiles and tickles on Mom and Dad's bed, an extra bubbly bath with popsicles, strawberries for snack time, and some naked baby fun in Ellis' nursery! Not to mention that her outfits were cute as can be! Look at Ellis’ beautiful velvet headband and floral PJs along with her older brother’s cute striped jammies!

No matter what fun activity was next (or what mess was being cleaned up), there was SO MUCH LOVE in this house. I truly feel like this session was pure magic, and I hope other families will want to do in-home lifestyle baby sessions more often! The love and priceless moments together far outshine any imperfections you might see when you look at the house. (I get it, I’m a mom, too. But trust me on this!)

Happy six months baby Ellis! So much love to you all!

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Kollins Newborn Portraits

Kollins Newborn Portraits

This little cutie patootie put on an endless show of priceless expressions for me to capture – both awake and asleep! What a fun baby girl’s newborn session at the studio!

I've known this family for many years, and it was so great to reunite with them again. I grew up with her sister (we were cheerleaders together in high school), and we’ve all kept in touch some over the years. When she contacted me to let me know she wanted me to photograph her new baby girl's newborn photos, I was so ecstatic! I couldn’t wait to catch up and reminisce a little.

They came to my Pearland studio and were amazed at the number of props, headbands, wraps, and beautiful things I had in my studio collection for newborn sessions. (To be honest, I’m such a sucker for those things, and my collection just keeps growing!) After learning her style and how she has the nursery decorated, I kept the session very sweet and girly, with lots of pinks and floral details. Some photos are bright and cheerful with lots of bright pink, teal, and peach, while others are softer with blush-colored hues. Her baby girl is so gorgeous a looked so sweet in whatever set we put her in.

Check out her adorable faces below! She squinted, puckered, smiled, and snoozed. She even gave us a glimpse of her big beautiful eyes. Big brother was super sweet and very proud of his new sister. Some of their photos together are my favorites, and I have a feeling they’re Mom and Dad’s favorites, too – what a joy it is to watch sibling relationships bloom! I can already tell he is going to be the best big brother – and she will be very protected as she grows up!

I’m was so excited (and honored!) that they chose to book a baby plan, so I got to see them every few months for their baby girl's milestone photos. She is so beautiful and still so full of smiles! Check back in to watch her grow!

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League City Newborn Portraits

League City Newborn Portraits

I've known this awesome family for many years as they are not only former clients but good friends! They truly are some of the nicest and most welcoming people you will ever meet. They were blessed with two handsome boys for their first two babies...so when baby #3 came along, and they found out it was a sweet baby girl, there was tons of excitement!

I was so grateful they trusted me with photographing baby Ellis’ newborn session, and mom and I worked hard to coordinate ideas and plans for her session. She was born right around July 4th so we made sure to incorporate that theme into a couple of her photos. They wanted classic yet unique photos, and I’m in love with how they came out – so perfect to show off all of little Ellis’ beautiful features. We also did lots of lovely pinks, pastels, and lace. She looked like a little doll snoozing away in her basket, and my heart melted when she showed off a sleepy little smile – a rare thing at a newborn shoot!

Ellis’ big brothers were so proud of their new baby sister, and their beaming adoration made from some seriously adorable sibling photos. Both handsome boys have such striking eyes, and the photo of the three of them together was pure perfection. I can’t wait to watch their sibling relationships develop over the years. This is one protected and loved little girl! They’ll be off like the Three Musketeers in no time. Have I mentioned how much I loved this family?!

Crazy enough, it has already been a year since this newborn session. They booked a Baby Plan, so I got to watch Ellis grow up this year, and it was such an honor and joy! She is a gorgeous baby girl with such a fun personality – she will keep those big brothers of her on their toes for sure!

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Houston Newborn Photographer | Sweet Savannah

Houston Newborn Photographer | Sweet Savannah

This little beauty is the queen of sleepy smiles! Normally, it’s pretty hard to catch one of those rare moments, but baby Savannah gave us several. She absolutely lit up the room with joy and what a pleasure it was to have her family in the studio.

The Matheson Family is new to the Houston area, so I was honored they chose me to be their newborn photographer. This is their first baby, and with all the transitioning between moves and having a baby, she was a little bit "older" in terms of newborns when she came in for her session.

I typically recommend scheduling newborn sessions within the first two to three weeks when babies are still in their sleepy, easy-to-pose phase.  Savannah was closer to four weeks but she was still a dream to work with. She didn’t have any trouble snoozing her way through the swaddled egg and froggy poses – she was just adorable. This proves that even older newborns can be photographed. Some poses need to be adjusted as the baby grows, but beautiful images of your baby can be done at any age and I would never want a family to miss out because they missed “The Window”! After all, life happens and babies create their own schedules.

For this lovely session, Mom and Dad wanted to keep it simple and classic yet distinctly feminine. We used lots of dusty rose, mauve, pastel peach, and subtle floral prints so that her beautiful complexion and tiny features really stood out as the focus of the pictures. I loved the soft sets they chose. She looked so sweet and snuggly there as she slept with her little teddy bear. I’m not going to lie, the hardest part of being a newborn photographer is resisting the urge to snuggle those little cuties!

Welcome home, little one! What a joy is was to photograph this sweet princess.

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Family Urban Session Photographer | The Simpson Family

As a Family Urban Session photographer, one of my greatest joys comes from returning clients who want new pictures as their family grows (either with new members or just with progression of time). I love having the pleasure of seeing how tiny newborns develop into preschoolers full of personality and how big brothers and sisters adapt to their vital roles over the years. As a mother myself, I see a glimpse of my future as I capture families with older children. It reminds me of how quickly time flies and to really soak it all in as it’s happening.

There's A First For Everything

The Simpson family booked me for a baby plan when baby girl #2, Elena, was born in 2017. For her One Year portraits earlier this year, we decided to make it a family + cake smash session. I adore family portraits at this age. I truly think every family should have updated family portraits done when their babies turn one. It's such a huge milestone and fun age—they grow exponentially in those first twelve months!

We did this session in one of my favorite urban locations in Houston, and the creative results are so different but perfect! I really enjoy it when parents have unique artistic styles they want to try out for some out-of-the-box portraits. The abstract urban landscape gives dynamic dimension to the images, but it is also beautifully symbolic of the city where the Simpson’s have established their roots. If they ever relocate, they can look back on these photos to remember the place they first called home.

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Gorgeous Baby Portraits Houston | Hazel

Meet baby Hazel. Ruler of my studio who wrapped her parents and Jenna and I around those tiny little fingers. Her little sister and this doll baby are both so photogenic and just so easy.

Because this family is a family of girls (sorry dad) we wanted to style it with all the girlie things. How did I do? ;) We used florals, pinks, rhinestone embellishments, lovies, lace and all. the. snuggles. 

This sweet girl was so sleepy and so easy to photograph, she let me do so many poses. And we were able to document this fleeting time in their lives so beautifully with a variety of set ups and colors.  When clients follow my prep guide for newborn portraits, you can expect to have a session with this much variety! That said,though, it is also important to note that newborn babies also are human! So they do possess their own personality. So some may not like certain poses or positions.  Do not fear, since I am trained and experienced with newborn portraiture, I always have been able to fill up a gallery- even if your baby does not like a certain pose!

This session also highlights a great example of outfit ideas for mom, dad and siblings! We stuck with neutral tops, and a neutral background.This allowed us to bring in some color from big sis and mama on their skirts!  I also recommend doing your hair and makeup (makeup is priority, here) or getting it done.  You may not feel up to it, but you will look back on these images and be grateful you chose to.  These are the very first moments in your baby’s life, so we want to make sure we are jumping in the shots, and feeling our best(with little sleep ha!). 

This just promotes that fun and exciting experience that I am always trying to achieve for each one of my clients.

Questions?  I am here to help! I would love to talk with you!

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Camila One Year Photo Session - Houston Warehouse Studio

Happy Wednesday, friends! I am so excited to be sharing this sweet Vintage One Year session with sweet Camila. We went to the Houston Warehouse Studios. This worked well for this sweet family (and me!) because we got to avoid any crazy Houston winter weather.

This is also a great option for any client that may be on a time crunch and cannot really fit reschedules into their scheduling. Rain? No problem! Cold winter days? No problem! And yep, HOT Houston days? No problemo!

This sweet family and I went with a beautiful vintage vibe. We managed to get a ton of Camila by herself along with some family shots- I always recommend doing this for one year sessions. Our children are probably the most important thing in our lives (aside from our sweet spouses), so naturally we want to catch those fleeting moments of them. However, your babies will want pictures of you one day, so please- jump in the frames!

One of my favorite additions to this session was the floral crown and tee-pee that I use. It looked absolutely stunning in front of that exposed brick wall. The natural lighting paired with those natural elements made these images look soft, inviting and aesthetically pleasing.

Be sure to scroll below to view the highlights from this session. And as always- I want to hear from YOU! So if you are looking for a photographer to document your most precious moments in life, be sure to reach out and get in touch!

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Best Birthday Photographer in Houston | Elena's First Birthday Session

Just look at those sweet pouty little lips! Who couldn't help but fall in love with this sweet girl? I know I sure did! Elena is a part of our Baby Planner program, so I've had the pleasure of seeing her a few times over the past months. Each time I get to see her, I am reminded just how quickly time truly does pass.

An Absolutely Adorable Session

Mom brought along the ride-on-lamb with her, which made for some absolutely adorable shots. Just look at that smile! Can't you hear the sound of her laughter fill the air? My favorite part from the session though had to be when Elena donned her sweet little overalls. Swoon! Do you think they make those in my size?!

As a mama myself, I feel as though I blink once, and an entire year has passed before my very eyes. It's for this reason that I truly adore what I do as a child photographer. I am given the unique gift of providing parents with a snap-shot in time. What an amazing gift it is! As I walk through the halls of my home, I am always reminded of the endless laughter-filled memories and quiet peaceful moments I've shared with my babies.

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Looking for the Best Birthday Photographer in Houston? Look no further that Taryn Melgoza Photography, your one stop shop for all things baby and child photography!

Pearland Newborn Photographer | Charlotte

I am absolutely in love with this newborn session. Charlotte came to me at just a few short days old, and boy do I love those squishy baby cheeks! I had a ton of fun with this session, playing with moody tones and various textural elements. She was such a trooper throughout the entire session, hardly making a peep. In other words, a Pearland Newborn Photographer dream client!

A Photographer's Dream

We started our session wrapping little Charlotte in a mauve swaddling blanket, and laying her on layered blankets. Each accented the other perfectly. I wanted to add an additional feminine touch, so we placed a few sprigs of flowers and greenery around her. So adorable!!

One of my favorite shots from this session is of Charlotte surrounded entirely by varying shades of blue. It's definitely her color! I am loving this vintage floral trend I've seen sprout up lately. Crossing my fingers it's here to stay!!

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Houston Child Birthday Photographer | Princess Penelope

Tea parties, ruffles, lace, and sweet delicate florals. All things girly, and all things my sweet Penelope loves. This is my very own daughter, we just celebrated her fourth birthday and wanted to commemorate this adorable stage in her life with her very own birthday session. As so many little girls are, she is absolutely obsessed with tea parties and playing dress up. As her mother, what could be better than providing for her the perfect afternoon, filled to the brim with everything she loves. Luckily, I was there every step of the way to capture each joyful grin and silly giggle.

Golden Light and Bright Brown Eyes

We decided to have our session outdoors, taking full advantage of that dreamy dusky light that appears right before sunset. I set up her favorite tea set next to a ruffled tent adorned with natural greenery that accented her floral crown perfectly (provided by Ode to Joy Flowers in Houston). Add in a happy little girl with bright brown eyes, and you have all the makings for a wonderful evening.

Being able to document my own children throughout the years brings me such satisfaction as a mom and child photographer. I can capture their individual personalities, remembering each little quirk that I love so much. As time always does, it shocks me that my baby girl is already 4 years old. Wasn't it just yesterday that I was taking her home from the hospital? I feel as though she went to bed a sleepy infant and woke up as a happy little girl, an absolute ray of sunshine that brightens the day of any who crosses her path.

Happy birthday, Penelope!!

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The opportunity to capture my sweet daughter's idea of a perfect evening was such a treat. As a Houston Child Birthday Photographer, I would love to make your vision a reality!

Houston Family Photographer | Baby A's First Birthday Beach-Side Bash

This family ranks high amongst my favorites! They are Baby Planner clients of mine, so I have had the immense pleasure of capturing their maternity, newborn and one-year photos! Getting to see this family (and families like this) grow in numbers and in love brings me so much satisfaction and happiness as a family photographer.

A Golden-Light Sunset Session

We decided on a secluded beach for our golden-light sunset session together to celebrate their littlest one's first birthday. Happy birthday Baby A! It was the absolute perfect location, with plenty of room to play and explore, but boy was it WINDY! Nonetheless, we were able to get some truly stunning images of this family of five. I love how thoroughly they enjoyed their time together. Baby A has the most striking eyes, that were highlighted by our natural light environment. Although this session was in celebration of A's first birthday, I was sure to capture some images of each child individually. After all, these little ones grow up so fast! How could I resist documenting their growth?!

Initially, we had hopes of getting a few more individual swimsuit images of little bit (speaking of her swimsuit, make sure you sneak a peek!! SO cute!!), but this Texas day was just too chilly! I know... chilly and Texas in a sentence together. Weird right?! The best tool a photographer can have in their arsenal is the ability to go with the flow and be able to think on their feet. Especially one that works with little ones! Plan B turned out to be just an equally gorgeous option, as we decided to snuggle Baby A up in the warmest, softest blanket we could find. The sweet snuggles made for some breathtaking images that I'm sure will be cherished for years to come.

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Houston Newborn Photographer | Baby Zoe Wood

This has been an amazing year of returning families!! I always look forward to seeing familiar faces, catching up, and seeing how much the little ones have grown. The opportunity to develop deeper relationships as a Houston Newborn Photographer with these families might have secretly been the reason I started the Baby Plan. It’s working. ;)

Sleeping Beauty

Baby Zoe is a gorgeous baby girl! I had the pleasure of photographing baby #1 (a boy) for the Wood family a few years ago. I loved watching him develop his own little personality over the course of that year, and I am so excited to do the same with his baby sister. Plus, we made sure to include him in Zoe’s shoot, and I can’t believe how quickly he has transformed into such a handsome little boy! I almost didn’t recognize him. Zoe is so blessed to have such a sweet big brother to watch over her. I have no doubt that these two will have a close bond.

Mom loves all things floral and girly, so I made sure to do it up on this precious newborn session! I am obsessed with all of the color combinations and styles we used for this shoot. It was a lot of fun for me to be able to create some different looks so that the Woods have images they can use for just about anything—nursery décor, wall art, announcements, or even a mantelpiece display. I love the soft lavender blanket, rustic moss-covered basket, and pastel florals for the newborn portraits. They added a creative touch without going overboard. For the family portraits, we used a neutral background to really highlight the family as a unit and capture their interactions with each other.

I am so happy for this growing family, and I am thankful that they have chosen me as their photographer to document this special time in their lives. They are not just clients, they are friends. Congratulations Wood Family on baby #2—she is perfect!

Zoe Wood Newborn Photos

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Pearland Studio Child Photographer | Charlize Studio Milestone Session

Pearland Studio Child Photographer | Charlize Studio Milestone Session

Check out this cutie pie, Charlize! I first just want to say that I am in love with her name. It's so unique and beautiful just like her. Mom and dad requested a fun and girly session to celebrate her being one year old, and that’s exactly what they got. If there’s one thing I am an expert at, that is coming up with sassy and girly sessions. I know that these images will be something that brings the entire family smiles for a lifetime.

Ruffled Bottoms and Sweet Smiles

Mom dressed Charlize up in the sweetest outfits, and it really showed off her bubbly personality.  From the bows, ruffles, and flowers, she was all dolled up for the camera. We couldn’t stop ooing and awing over ever little move that she made because she’s just so adorable. She stole my heart with big brown eyes, and I just know that she has mom and dad wrapped around her little finger. My favorite part of the session is when we placed her in this little pale that I had laying around my studio. She was so curious as to what we were doing, and kept reaching out for momma! I had so much fun laughing during this session, and I hope to see them again!

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As a Pearland Studio Child Photographer, I am so blessed to have the opportunity to meet and work with so many sweet little ones!

Houston Newborn Studio Photographer | Rosemary June

Houston Newborn Studio Photographer | Rosemary June

Rosemary June was a doll for her newborn session.  She is baby number four for this beautiful family.  I had the pleasure of capturing baby number three a couple years ago and was thrilled to have them back in the studio with their latest little blessing.  She was such an angel throughout the whole process.  She was a willing participant in the set and wardrobe changes necessary to capture the different images of the session. A photographer's dream!

Capturing Sweet Memories

Mom, Holly, has become a great friend of mine over the last couple years of photographing their family. I was excited to bring her vision to life.  Sleeping newborn images are to be expected and they are such sweet moments to have as forever images. But my favorite thing is when a sweet little brand new baby gives us a some of their precious awake time during their session.  Rosemary surprised us with a little awake time.  It is funny to see their little personalities emerge early on.

A Feminine Approach

Holly and I had a great time dressing Rosemary up and choosing the different elements and set pieces for Rosemary’s session.  We incorporated creams and blushes throughout and some fun florals, and of course we always had an adorable hat or headband for the little sweet pea.  I loved her pouty top lip and darling cheeks.  It is such a blessing to love what you do and I am so happy that I love working as a Newborn Photographer, capturing beautiful keepsakes for families and making fantastic friends in the process.

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How sweet is this little one?! I absolutely adore being a Houston Newborn Studio Photographer so that I can meet adorable families just like this one!

Houston Newborn Photographer | Elizabeth

Houston Newborn Photographer | Elizabeth

I cannot stop looking at these gorgeous newborn portraits we captured of baby Elizabeth!  What a sweet little princess she is!  I was so excited to see this couple again!  They had selected to have their baby plan with me, so I photographed their maternity session a few months ago. I now have absolute pleasure of finally meeting this precious little new addition to their family. There is so much love between this couple. I know they will shower Elizabeth with all the attention and snuggles they can!  I mean, she’s gorgeous! Wouldn’t you?!?

About this session

This baby girl was just so beautiful, and I had so much fun planning out a custom newborn session with many feminine and floral touches.  The session took place in my Pearland and we selected some of my sweetest headbands and bonnets for Elizabeth as she slept so comfortably snuggled.  One of my favorites is Elizabeth atop the shabby chic antiqued box surrounded by pink roses and soft blush peonies.I cannot wait to see Elizabeth and her parents again for her one year session. Knowing how quickly that time will fly by, and I can’t believe this little girl will be standing by then!  I love watching these babies grow up in front of my camera!  And I hope to provide this family with many priceless images for their heirloom albums and gallery wall reflecting the milestone moments of this little one’s life as she grows.2017-07-13_0015.jpg2017-07-13_0017.jpg2017-07-13_0020.jpg2017-07-13_0022.jpg2017-07-13_0025.jpg2017-07-13_0027.jpg2017-07-13_0028.jpg2017-07-13_0031.jpg2017-07-13_0039.jpg2017-07-13_0016.jpg2017-07-13_0018.jpg2017-07-13_0023.jpg2017-07-13_0021.jpg2017-07-13_0029.jpg2017-07-13_0032.jpg2017-07-13_0034.jpg2017-07-13_0038.jpg2017-07-13_0019.jpg2017-07-13_0024.jpg2017-07-13_0026.jpg2017-07-13_0030.jpg2017-07-13_0033.jpg2017-07-13_0035.jpg2017-07-13_0036.jpg

taryn melgoza is a premier and fine art photographer specializing in maternity, newborn and baby photography in houston, tx.

newborn and baby photography is done in taryn melgoza’s studio in the south houston and pearland area. taryn also happily serves pearland, clear lake, league city, sugar land, katy, spring, humble, galveston, rosharon, rosenberg, pasadena, baytown, deer park, and surrounding areas.

to book a session please feel free to get in touch. to see a collection of my most recent work, visit my website.

Houston Family Photographer | Emma's First Year

Houston Family Photographer | Emma's First Year

Emma is such a precious little girl.  She was so expressive and excited.  It was a great time capturing her one year photos along with some updated family portraits.  I had the pleasure of photographing this family's maternity and newborn sessions, so I was honored when they contacted me about capturing Emma's one year session.

About this Session

Emma is such a happy, smiley baby.  Her sweet face, big eyes and giant smile made for some adorable pictures.  The big bows and accessories were merely icing on the cake.  Emma made my job as a newborn photographer such a joy!  The images of her in the high chair with the smash cake were just too sweet (see what I did there?).I love how she wanted to share with everyone, including her adorable puppy pal.  They were best buds!

Time to Clean Up!

After getting down and dirty in the smash cake it was time to get cleaned up.  Her bathtub images turned out beautifully.  The bubbles floating behind Emma and the was tub made for a great picture, but more importantly a detail that got Emma excited.  But there is nothing cuter than a happy baby being cheeky.  The images of Emma in the was basin from behind are precious. Their family portraits were a lot of fun too.  This family has so much fun together and the session was filled with laughter.  Their love for one another is beautiful and it shines through the images.2017-07-13_0059.jpg2017-07-13_0060.jpg2017-07-13_0063.jpg2017-07-13_0062.jpg2017-07-13_0064.jpg2017-07-13_0065.jpg2017-07-13_0067.jpg2017-07-13_0068.jpg2017-07-13_0066.jpg2017-07-13_0069.jpg2017-07-13_0071.jpg2017-07-13_0072.jpg2017-07-13_0073.jpg2017-07-13_0074.jpg2017-07-13_0076.jpg2017-07-13_0077.jpg2017-07-13_0078.jpg2017-07-13_0079.jpg2017-07-13_0080.jpg

taryn melgoza is a premier and fine art photographer specializing in maternity, newborn and baby photography in houston, tx.

newborn and baby photography is done in taryn melgoza’s studio in the south houston and pearland area. taryn also happily serves pearland, clear lake, league city, sugar land, katy, spring, humble, galveston, rosharon, rosenberg, pasadena, baytown, deer park, and surrounding areas.

to book a session please feel free to get in touch. to see a collection of my most recent work, visit my website.

Houston Newborn Photographer | Freya

Houston Newborn Photographer | Freya

This little lady is Freya—such a lovely name for a lovely, tiny bundle of a girl. Freya is her parents’ first baby, so I wanted her newborn session to be extra special and memorable for them. We pulled out all of the most feminine, delicate stops for Freya. She’s learning early that a girl can never try on too many headbands. Her own tiny style was all soft, girly, and floral; and we oohed and aahed over her as we swaddled her up and held her close.

About this session

Can you even deal with that little grin as she snuggles up to her momma? And the images of Freya and her daddy are almost too much to handle. They are just in love with her, and rightfully so. The images we captured in this session display the role Freya’s fallen right into in her family—she’s the gorgeous center of their world right now and she’s perfectly content in that place.I’m so looking forward to seeing her grow into her sweet personality and continue to explore her full range of expressions. Freya’s family invested in my baby plan so you will see this beautiful girl again.2017-07-13_0081.jpg2017-07-13_0085.jpg2017-07-13_0090.jpg2017-07-13_0093.jpg2017-07-13_0094.jpg2017-07-13_0098.jpg2017-07-13_0102.jpg2017-07-13_0105.jpg2017-07-13_0108.jpg2017-07-13_0083.jpg2017-07-13_0087.jpg2017-07-13_0089.jpg2017-07-13_0091.jpg2017-07-13_0092.jpg2017-07-13_0096.jpg2017-07-13_0100.jpg2017-07-13_0103.jpg2017-07-13_0104.jpg2017-07-13_0106.jpg2017-07-13_0107.jpg2017-07-13_0109.jpg

taryn melgoza is a premier and fine art photographer specializing in maternity, newborn and baby photography in houston, tx.

newborn and baby photography is done in taryn melgoza’s studio in the south houston and pearland area. taryn also happily serves pearland, clear lake, league city, sugar land, katy, spring, humble, galveston, rosharon, rosenberg, pasadena, baytown, deer park, and surrounding areas.

to book a session please feel free to get in touch. to see a collection of my most recent work, visit my website.

Luxury Maternity Photography in Houston, TX | Natalie

Luxury Maternity Photography in Houston, TX | Natalie

Being a pregnant mama is one of the most rewarding experiences one can go through. I am currently expecting a precious child, and it is something I wouldn’t trade for the world. One of my favorite parts of this time in my life is being able to share my excitement with my other children. Letting them feel the baby kick, having them pick out toys and outfits. It all is just so fun for the whole family. That’s why when this mama contacted me, I was so excited! Getting to be a part of documenting special memories for families is exactly why I love my job.

Excited Anticipation

Meet Natalie, a gorgeous mommy who is expecting another little addition any week now! We did Natalie’s session outside in the wonderful city of Houston. The outcome was beyond lovely – gorgeous evening light, a beautiful family, and great company. Natalie borrowed a couple of gowns from my studio wardrobe, and wow, did they look stunning on her! Her daughter was precious in the photos as well, along with her handsome husband.Altogether, this session with Natalie and her family turned out to be perfect! They booked a Milestone Baby plan with me, so I have had the pleasure of watching their baby girl grow over the past few months. Congratulations, Natalie, on your new little one! I can’t wait to work with you and your new addition for the newborn session soon!Luxury Maternity Photography in Houston, TXLuxury Maternity Photography in Houston, TXLuxury Maternity Photography in Houston, TXLuxury Maternity Photography in Houston, TXLuxury Maternity Photography in Houston, TXLuxury Maternity Photography in Houston, TXLuxury Maternity Photography in Houston, TXLuxury Maternity Photography in Houston, TXLuxury Maternity Photography in Houston, TXLuxury Maternity Photography in Houston, TXLuxury Maternity Photography in Houston, TXLuxury Maternity Photography in Houston, TXLuxury Maternity Photography in Houston, TXLuxury Maternity Photography in Houston, TXLuxury Maternity Photography in Houston, TXLuxury Maternity Photography in Houston, TXLuxury Maternity Photography in Houston, TXLuxury Maternity Photography in Houston, TXLuxury Maternity Photography in Houston, TXLuxury Maternity Photography in Houston, TXLuxury Maternity Photography in Houston, TX

Family is love, and love is fun. I had such a wonderful time capturing the fun love that flows through this family as their Luxury Maternity Photography in Houston, TX!

taryn melgoza is a premier and fine art photographer specializing in maternity, newborn and baby photography in houston, tx.

newborn and baby photography is done in taryn melgoza’s studio in the south houston and pearland area. taryn also happily serves pearland, clear lake, league city, sugar land, katy, spring, humble, galveston, rosharon, rosenberg, pasadena, baytown, deer park, and surrounding areas.

to book a session please feel free to get in touch. to see a collection of my most recent work, visit my website.