I had the most amazing time spending a weekend with my friends, and fellow newborn photographers. During the weekend slumber party (with about a dozen newborn photographers) we had two newborn models, and two maternity models and had a total blast photographing them. Here are some of my very favorites from the weekend earlier in February.
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This little man was sooo good to me. He was so tiny, adorable, and SLEEPY. The love his big sister has for him was just adorable! She was so gentle, and such an amazing listener. I loved getting to know this family, and I just love the images we were able to capture. Mom and dad brought in a vintage brass water bucket, and it was just the perfect prop. Here are a few of my favorite images from our session:
june bug photography specializes in newborn photography, maternity photography, baby photography and family photography in snohomish county. Both in studio and outdoor sessions available throughout snohomish county, including monroe, bothell, everett, edmonds, and more.
I had so much fun meeting this GIANT family, that will soon have one more precious addition! Mom emailed me with an idea she had to announce that she is pregnant, and I just loved it. I love the simplicity of it, and the sweet sentiment that they are all waiting for the new arrival.
Mom is simply stunning, and the entire family is just gorgeous. I can’t wait to see them again for maternity and newborn photos!
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How adorable is this little man? He was a total charmer, and was all smiles the entire time. He went head first into the cake, no sense getting your hands dirty, right? This little dude loves Thomas the train, so naturally we brought thomas into the smash session. A cake smash with June Bug Photography isn’t complete without a warm, bubbly, bath after! I just love how excited he was about the whole experience. I had such a fun time getting to know the birthday boy and his family, and I am honored they chose me to catpure these precious moments!
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I have had the pleasure of working with this adorable family several times over the last few months. I met them around Halloween, where they were wearing the CUTEST jedi and ewok costumes. I knew I liked them at that moment. Ha.
Little brother celebrated his first birthday with an epic cake smash, and he didn’t disappoint. He totally rocked the session, and LOVED the bath time session at the end. Mom had a hard time getting all the blue dye off of him after the smash, so the bath was practical too.
Cake smashes are such a fun way to celebrate such a huge milestone. Smash sessions are always sure to elicit giggles, smiles, and full tummies.
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Family Photos … in the rain!
Remember the POURING rain and crazy wind we had on Saturday morning? Me too! Mostly because I was IN IT, photographing this awesome (and brave) family. The deluge started right when we were scheduled to begin our session, so we decided that since we were all there, dressed, and ready…we would give it a go! I’m so glad we did, because these images are so adorable!
Here are a few of my favorites from the session:
Mom was worried that the kiddos wouldn’t have the patience for a bunch of posed family shots, so we opted for a fun, casual, “lifestyle” session (with some posed family shots in there too). I just love how the images turned out! I have to admit that I wasn’t confident that I would get this many awesome images, as my glasses were covered with rain I couldn’t see through them! Finally, I had to take my glasses off and put them in my pocket. I had my camera wrapped up in a ziploc bag, and brought along umbrellas for the family. Their little daughter was so sweet, and kept asking “Do you have an umbrella? Where is your umbrella?!” I totally would have used one, if I had an extra arm! My fingers were prunes by the end of the session, and I am pretty sure it is the first time I have gotten wrinkly fingers from rain (and not a LOOOOOONG bath!, which I definitely needed after the session).
June Bug photographer Melissa Jenkins specializes in family photography, including newborns, babies, and kids of all ages. Studio sessions are held in my in-home studio in Snohomish (while technically “Snohomish”, we are located much closer to Mill Creek). Having an in home studio means that we can all relax a bit at make ourselves at home. I have TONS of gorgeous and creative props, wraps, outfits, hats, headbands, anything you can imagine.
A bit about my recent Maternity Photography Session
I have a bit of a confession to make…I don’t have ANY photos of myself while I was pregnant. I remember feeling so HUGE, and uncomfortable, and grumpy. I avoided the camera, and I had no idea that just a few short years later I would regret not having any photos (let alone a few GOOD photos).
Luckily, this mama is not me. She is gorgeous, stunning, and sweet…and I had such a great time photographing her, her bump, and her adorable little daughter.
Here are a few of my favorites:
I spoke with a good friend about my regrets about not having any photos of myself pregnant, and how I just don’t get excited about maternity sessions. This is what she said to me: “Let me show you how I do maternity sessions. Then you will LOVE them.” Turns out, she was right! Hannah (of Buttercup Baby Props) came to my studio, and we did a maternity session together…and I LOVED IT!! I have since bought a bunch of new gorgeous, flowy gowns, and I am excited to bring in more mamas!! I just love how Hannah showed me to focus on making mama comfortable, relaxed, and making them look their best!! Gah, now I just wish I had known Hannah 4 years ago!!
I gave my loyal clients a bit of a head start, and sent out booking information for my upcoming Winter mini sessions. I woke up this morning, and OVER HALF of my session were already booked!!! I have the best clients EVER!!
Not booked yet? Not to worry, there are a few spots left..snag one while you can! Follow this link: https://junebugphotography.youcanbook.me/ to reserve your spot.
The details:
The set will be super simple and bright. I will have a giant white bed, with white blankets and pillows set against a white (backlit) backdrop. I wanted to do something unique, while still having my families be the center of attention in the images. I am a pretty simple gal, and much prefer a clean, simple set-up…and this one is exactly what I was envisioning these last few months.
Bring along Christmas Pjs, or come in your best dress clothes…anything goes, and it is going to be adorable.
$75 Includes
20 minute session in studio.
Your choice of 5 high resolution digital files, chosen from your online gallery (with printing rights)
Additional prints/files can be purchased directly from your online gallery.
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This handsome man is 10 months old, and just as charming as could be. I met his family a few months ago for his 6 month session, and can’t wait to see them all again in just a few short months for his CAKE SMASH! All three kids are so easy to work with, and I had a blast with our short time in studio.
Milestone Baby Photos, 9 months. Snohomish county photographer June Bug Photography.
Milestone sessions in Baby’s first year are always so much fun. I just love getting to know my families over the year, and it is such a wonderful collection of memories to have gorgeous images from birth to baby’s first birthday!
June Bug photographer Melissa Jenkins specializes in family photography, including newborns, baby photos, and kids of all ages. Studio sessions are held in my in-home studio in Snohomish (while technically “Snohomish”, we are located much closer to Mill Creek). Having an in home studio means that we can all relax a bit at make ourselves at home. I have TONS of gorgeous and creative props, wraps, outfits, hats, headbands, anything you can imagine.
Family photos, in studio. Snohomish county photographer June Bug Photography.
This adorable duo came to the studio yesterday, and they were amazing! Big brother did such an amazing job being patient, and was so so good at listening to my direction. Little bro (7 months) was super chill, and so cute!! This little guy LOVES his blanket, and although we didn’t have HIS Norman (teddy bear) in studio, he loved playing with the teddy we had here!
Milestone sessions in Baby’s first year are always so much fun. I just love getting to know my families over the year, and it is such a wonderful collection of memories to have gorgeous images from birth to baby’s first birthday!
June Bug photographer Melissa Jenkins specializes in family photography, including newborns, babies, and kids of all ages. Studio sessions are held in my in-home studio in Snohomish (while technically “Snohomish”, we are located much closer to Mill Creek). Having an in home studio means that we can all relax a bit at make ourselves at home. I have TONS of gorgeous and creative props, wraps, outfits, hats, headbands, anything you can imagine.
