Shanna Chess Photography

We always say as newborn photographers that the babies are the ones in control and calling all the shots.  They are the boss!  Well, Ms. Lahti Lou was no exception!  She wanted lots of snuggles and lots of food during her session :)  But in the end, we got some beautiful images of her.  Her mama loves creams and purples, so we used them a lot in her session.  Her daddy's family is also Native American, so we incorporated some beautiful moccasins and a headdress.  Enjoy!

Had such a lovely afternoon celebrating the impending arrival of Erin's second little boy :)  They aren't sharing the name yet and it is driving everyone bonkers!  But I'm lucky to be able to meet him shortly after his anticipated arrival to take his newborn photographs. Laura was the gracious hostess and had the shower in her beautiful home in Veneta.  Her back yard has the most amazing views of the mountains on the way to Florence, so it was the perfect setting for the tables to be set up.  There was amazing food, yummy desserts and fun games!  Erin was showered with amazing gifts and a good time was had by all :)  Enjoy!

And isn't she just absolutely stunning!?!  I can't believe we are almost to her 1 year session!  She was so super duper smiley for her session--I think she is getting excited for her cake smash session coming up :)  Enjoy!

Raelee is going to be One next month and is having a Very Merry First Un-Birthday Tea Party in ONE-derland :) So of course, she needed an Alice dress, made my Knotted Wear 4 Kids , and a black bow on her adorable little head, made by The Rogue Baby .  And I special ordered a custom backdrop from Butterfly Backdrops that will also be used in the photo booth at her party. Enjoy!

I can't believe it! Jacob is already one year old!  I have been photographing him since he was a little newborn only a few days old :)  He's such an adorable and sweet little guy and I always have such a fun and easy time capturing his smiling personality.  He wasn't too into his cake, but I think we still got some really cute pictures :) Enjoy!