Photographing milestones like baby’s first chocolate frog might be the highlight of my week. I love building custom sets – like these magical wizard inspired photos – at my Pasadena, MD portrait studio. For this set, I included plenty of thrifted antique suitcases and a trunk, a cornish pixie, Quibbler, wands, Every Flavor Beans, Maurauder’s Map and a little bit of magic. Perhaps the best part was the handmade Weasley jumper in an itty bitty baby size – thank you Lindsey! It really made me wish I had a cold pumpkin juice!
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kinder farms park family photography
I love making family portraits at Kinder Farms Park in Anne Arundel County, MD. It’s easy to make a genuine memories when you’re doing the things you’d normally do for fun! Even in winter, Kinder Farms Park has beautiful views and plenty of space for fun.
What’s even better is working with a family who loves big and plays hard. Having a mama and papa who aren’t afraid to be a little silly make for really gorgeous images of real joy.
Spring Mini Session Anne Arundel County MD 2021
We really loved building this set with ivy crawling up the wall to create a storybook vignette. We made it with babies and children in mind but we can squeeze a family portrait into this set as well. Can’t wait to see you there!
March 20, 2021
Heartlove Photography
8971 Fort Smallwood Rd. Unit C Pasadena, MD 21122
15 minute sessions include your choice of 3 digital images
$200
Want to win a session? Share the post linked below publicly with your own caption and I’ll choose a random winner on Feb 16 at 9pm!
When your mom is the photographer.
Valentine’s Day Box of Chocolates Backdrop Tutorial
Inspired by my favorite Valentine treat (Baltimore’s own Rheb’s jimmy truffles!) I set out to make a one-of-a-kind backdrop for Valentine’s Mini Sessions this year. I got all my materials on Amazon – thanks for using the associate links in this post!
MATERIALS:
Paint:
Balloons in Circle/Heart/Square shapes:
Misc:
Stuff I had: Scissors, straw, paint brushes in various sizes, large moving box. Modge Podge sealer in matte finish
HOW TO:
Step 1: First I planned out the wall by laying out the balloons on the floor. I added my own hot air with a fast food straw but a hand pump would have came in handy.
I attempted to paint some while they were flat but the paint flaked off when I added air.
Even though some were white and pink, I used paint so they wouldn’t appear shiny like the original balloon. Be sure to do this where you have plenty of ventilation. I used a large moving box to contain the balloon so it didn’t move while I spray painted and I didn’t need a drop cloth. The printed balloons needed a couple of coats so leave time to dry and respray.
Step 2: Add sprinkles and icing designs to the balloons with acrylic paint and a paintbrush.
(Optional) Step 3: Allow to dry completely and spray with matte sealer
Step 4: Spray edges with adhesive and press brown tissue paper around the edges as a paper liner.
Step 5: Stick them to the wall! I first tried gaffer’s tape (my best friend in the studio!) to place them on the wall but it failed me! The double sided tape linked below held for 3+ weeks and didn’t leave any residue or take paint off the walls when I removed it!
Did you try this? Let me know in the comments how it went!
P.S. Looking for a matching chair? I love this one – the high sides are great for little babies and big kids alike!
newborn baby photography in baltimore,md
Here are a few of my favorites from this newborn photography session in our Pasadena, MD portrait studio. This little baby looks great in neutral colors for newborn portraits. He came to the studio awake but after a few minutes and that big yawn, he settled right into sleepy newborn posed photos.
do it for yourself
Recently I’ve done several portrait sessions for no “good reason” at all and I love it. Many people want headshot or brand photos for self-promotion or family photos for a holiday card or gift and that’s all well and good. But working with an artist to create images just to have for yourself is extra special.
in-home documentary newborn sessions in baltimore
This family has a special place in my heart – mostly because they aren’t afraid to share the big love they have for each other and their children. See big sisters newborn session here: http://heartlovephotography.com/baltimore-md-in-home-newborn-lifestyle-newborn-photography/
5 Black Photographers You Should Be Following in Baltimore and the DMV
- Four Little Hooligans Photography
I first fell in love with Tia’s images of her own children. They are effortlessly real and capture the most beautiful, messy, fun details of childhood.
Tia is a wife, mother, and photographer. She specializes in documentary and lifestyle sessions as well as themed holiday sets.
https://www.fourlittlehooligansphotography.com/
2. Judah Avenue
A team of maternity, newborn, wedding and lifestyle Photographers founded by a Black woman photogapher. Nafa photographed my own children’s Christmas images a few years ago! This studio provides an experince and imagery that ooze luxury.
3. Trene Forbes Photography
A Baltimore-based photographer with a passion for people and travel. Weddings, portraits and events by Trene Forbes have a clean, modern style.
4. Joli Adore Photography
Certified professional birth photographer, Sherida, is from Annapolis, MD and specializes in birth photography and film. Her work absolutely captures the purest essence of birth. I cannot speak highly enough about her – choosing just one image to post was nearly impossible!
https://www.joliadorephotography.com
5. Devin Allen
Devin is perhaps most known for his Time magazine cover images of the protests and unrest in response to the murders of Freddie Gray and George Floyd. Community Leader, Gordon Parks Foundation Fellow, and UnderArmor Photographer, his new collaboration with UA highlights the untold stories of young Baltimore athletes as they persevere and fight to change the future. In 2017 he released “A Beautiful Ghetto” – a collection of 100 black and white photos featuring the beauty of Baltimore.
Winter Outdoor Maternity Session | Pasadena, MD Photographer
baltimore, md in-home posed newborn photography
Box of Chocolates Mini Sessions | Valentine’s Mini Session Baltimore 2021
With safety in mind, I’ve planned an adorable set for Valentine’s Day this year. This giant wall of candies brought me a lot of joy to create and I hope you’ll love it as well! Booking these sessions is crucial to the survival of my business – if you know someone who loves chocolate as much as I do, please share this with them.
15 minute sessions will result in about 20 images in an online proofing gallery. The session cost is $150 including the session and your choice of 3 digital images. Extra digital images, prints and products may be purchased in the gallery but no additional purchase is required. This set is available for 3 days only.
Feel free to e-mail at info @ heartlovephotography.com or text Jill’s cellphone at 410-903-3265 for more information.
If you’d like to book a session now, click the ticket link below. That link will allow you to choose a time, sign the policies and pay the invoice. You’ll receive an e-mailed confirmation immediately.
Dates: Sunday 2/7
Cost: $150 for 15 min session and choice of 3 digital images
Location: Heartlove Photography 8971 Fort Smallwood Rd. Pasadena MD 21122
I value efficiency and transparency so I want you to have all of the pricing information up front.Your mini session includes your choice of 3 digital images. When you receive your gallery of images, there is no obligation to make any additional purchase. Should you wish to purchase additional digital images or prints, you can choose from popular sizes directly in the gallery (see prices below) or e-mail me for a free consultation to purchase framed wall art or canvas.If you’d like to purchase the entire gallery of images (no matter how many there are!) simply choose “All Photos in Gallery” on a single images and check out – the images will be ready to download immediately.
Digital Photo with Santa – 2020 Santa Photos
If you won’t be seeing Santa in person this year, we can send a little of Santa’s magic to you! Enter your information, upload an image and hit submit. We’ll send you a digital image like you see above with your child’s image next to Santa in his sleigh within 7 days.