Erin DuPree Photography | Seattle Maternity, Birth, and Newborn Photographer

Mommy and Me Portraits with a Seattle Family Photographer

As a Seattle family photographer, I’m often asking: What are some of the things you value the most?  For many, it’s the candid moments captured during family photos, whether by yourself, or a professional family photographer.

A photograph is powerful.  Very few objects hold the ability to flood our minds and hearts with such strong emotions, like a photo of your child.

The color of a baby’s eyes may change a few times before settling to their final hue.  One day you’ll look back upon a certain photo and remember just when you realized the final color of her beautiful eyes.

With one family photo, you can remember how she used to giggle if you whispered in her ear.

For at least a short while, she was small enough to fit on your hip.

…and so tiny you could hold her hands to help her jump in the air!

One day she will outgrow her mommy’s lap…

…but she will never outgrow her mommy’s heart.

Freddy | Seattle Family Photographer

As a Seattle family photographer, I aim to create photos out of real moments just like the ones you’ll see below.  Lifestyle sessions are a great way to ensure your family is comfortable, and enjoys the process.

This sweet Seattle family contacted me to photograph their little family inside their absolutely adorable tiny yellow home.  Freddy had just celebrated 7 months earth-side, so perfect timing!  He was so smiley, playful, and full of hugs and affection.  We had a blast, and captured some truly special moments that this family will always cherish.

At Home with Brother #3 | Issaquah Newborn Photographer

As an Issaquah newborn photographer, I’m always in awe over the abundant light in so many of the homes in the Issaquah Highlands, even on an overcast day.

This sweet Issaquah family welcomed me into their home to help capture these sweet newborn photos to commemorate the arrival of their third little boy!  The two older brothers were so gentle and in love with him.  Looking ahead, I can only imagine the fun they will all have together.

Interested in booking a lifestyle newborn photographer for your baby?  Contact me to book or to learn more!

 

A FUN Newborn Session | Seattle Newborn Photographer

Let’s face it–having a Seattle newborn photographer take photos in your own home sounds a bit nerve wracking, right?  You worry about the kids, the dog, whether the baby will be crying the whole time, and you worry about what you should wear.

I’m here to tell you that it’s OK.  Relax, and enjoy the moment.  I’m just a nearly silent observer, allowing your family to go about their usual routine, with just a few small nudges toward the light.

It’s ok to jump off the furniture, just this once!  (Ok, only if Mom says yes. )

 

The Landrus Family | Seattle Maternity Photographer

As a Seattle maternity photographer, I get to meet so many beautiful people.  Melissa invited me into their lovely vintage-styled home to help photograph their final days as a Family of 3.

Miss Hadley, aka Big Sister, had the biggest smile, an infectious laugh, and a mighty desire to move move move–as every nearly-2 year old should.  Toddlers are the absolute best part of this job.  I need more of Hadley in my life.  This job, as a family photographer in Seattle, is made sweeter for getting to meet little people like her!

During any lifestyle photography session, the goal is to tell the story of a real family in their real home.  That means games with the kids, reading books, show and tell, and even snack time!  There’s no pressure to act a certain way, or stand still and say “cheese.”  Silly, energetic children can let their REAL smiles shine when the cameras are brought to them!

The vintage decor, and light shining through the windows made this session and photos simply effortless.  I’m considering hiring Melissa to come personally decorate my own home.

Melissa and Hadley’s adventures and vintage charm can be followed on Instagram @MelissaLandrus and her Blog

Stay tuned for more photos of this family of FOUR once I’ve met their new addition for newborn photos!  

Creating Moments in the Dark | Seattle Maternity Photographer

As a Seattle maternity photographer, I often get asked about the weather and how it might affect your session.  Our Seattle Autumn’s tend to be quite dreary and dark, but don’t let that discourage you from your desire to have beautiful maternity photos to document your pregnancy.  As a maternity photographer, I can capture beautifully tender moments with the tiniest amount of light from a single window.  The use of dramatic light can add an interesting dimension to your beloved images.

There’s no need to have a Pinterest home.  These are YOUR moments, and they deserve to be captured.  

 

Sweet, Darling Girl | Redmond WA Newborn Photographer

Being a Seattle newborn photographer means a lot of driving, which I’m always happy to do for my wonderful client families.  I personally live on the Eastside, so when this wonderful couple contacted me and said they were looking for a newborn photographer in Redmond, it turned out they were super close to my own home!

Their lifestyle newborn session took my breath away.  Their home had beautiful light, and we were even able to have a short session at a local Christmas tree farm for those first Christmas photos as a family of 3!  So many perfect moments were captured with this sweet, darling girl, and her family will be cherishing them for years to come in a beautiful photo album.

The Birth of Addison | Seattle Birth Photographer

Being a professional Birth photographer in Seattle is exhilarating.  It’s full of ups and downs, and beautiful emotions.  Something even a bit more incredible, is watching a woman fight through her fears to successfully give birth vaginally after having a previous cesarean – called a VBAC in the birthing community.

As a Seattle birth photographer, I am constantly in awe over the job that I have, especially because of all the new people I am able to meet.  Some of these people are brand new to this world, and others are a bit more seasoned.  One of the lovely people I met during this birth is a wonderful doula, Ildi Sebestyen.  It was a joy to work with her and to witness the power of such a kind and wonderful soul, and I hope to have the pleasure of working alongside her again in the very near future.  She was such a tremendous support for this laboring mama, and a huge aid in her success.

Little miss Addison was born to an incredibly strong mother, and welcomed by her happy father, and new big brother.

If you are searching for a Seattle Birth Photographer, I would love to treat you to tea and pastries while we chat and get to know each other.  Contact me today!  

Maddox | Kirkland Newborn Photographer

As a Kirkland newborn photographer, my goal with each lifestyle newborn photography session is to capture the real moments that happen when you least expect them.  Toddlers, especially, are the funniest little creatures and their antics are what truly makes my job SO much fun.

This family contacted me this past summer to document their new family of 4 once their son Maddox was born.  They truly loved the idea of a Lifestyle Newborn Session, and I couldn’t have been happier to bring it to life!

**Erin DuPree Photography is booking 2017 Lifestyle Newborn Sessions now!  Book your newborn session by December 1st and receive a complimentary Maternity session.** 

 

A Speedy Arrival | Seattle Birth Photographer

As a Seattle birth photographer, I do my absolute best to ensure my timely arrival during your labor.  Occasionally, though, a birth happens SO fast, that I can’t make it in time!  This was the case for the speedy arrival of this little guy–within one hour of arriving at the hospital.  This super fast birth surprised everyone.  The first photo in this gallery is the first photo I took as I walked in the door–5 minutes after his birth.  I’m so happy I was able to capture these first sweet moments for this beautiful family, and be there the next day while he was introduced to his big brother.