Deann B. Photography

Newborn Session: Ashlyn Marie

A couple weeks ago, I made the trek up to Camp Pendleton to photograph little Ashlyn.  Her poor mom had received my maternity and newborn package as a baby shower gift, but shortly thereafter had been put on bedrest for the remainder of her pregnancy.  We decided to just go with the newborn session and I was so excited to get the call that she had been born healthy and happy.  I was excited for this session, not only because I love photographing newborns, but because Dad had left on deployment only a few days before Ashlyn was born.  I really wanted to create some fantastic images to show him the beauty of his new little daughter.

This session was wonderful... so laid back and fun.  Mom made sure the house was warm so Ashlyn would be comfy and though the little one refused to sleep, she was one of the most good-natured babies I have ever encountered.  So curious about everything! 

Here are a few of my favorites...  (be sure to click on the image to see it bigger!)

And one for Dad:

Kristi, thank you for such a wonderful session.  Ashlyn is beautiful and you two were so sweet together.  Congratulations on your new family!

Newborn Session: Baby Brinn

So, I know it's been pretty quiet here in my corner of the Internet, but not without good reason.  I've been so busy... and it's all been photography related.  Isn't that the best kind of excuse?  A week ago, I started off my weekend with a newborn shoot, went up to LA for a visit with friends and to get some headshots for a new website venture, Monday found me in Solvang at a workshop hosted by the Incredible Jose Villa, Tuesday was senior pictures with Kristin and Wednesday was a chance to help out my community and work with a local church.  Whew!!  Since then I've had my nose stuck to my computer monitor, proofing all of the sessions and having a blast... wishing this was my day-job instead of my part-time.  {Sigh} The waiting game isn't much fun, but in the meantime, I'm so lucky to still be able to do what I love!

So, we'll start at the beginning...  A little over a week ago I went over to my neighbor's house to photograph their beautiful, tiny little girl, Brinn Ashlee.  Brinn's parents met, fell in love, and have spent the last few years traveling, living life to the fullest and creating a beautiful home for their family, which up until now included the two of them and their cute pups, Brooklyn and Capone.  It seemed they had it all, until they decided something was missing and soon little Brinn was on her way.  It wasn't easy - Mom had a tough time and Brinn was born 3 weeks early.  But it was oh-so-worth it as she was the delight of her parents from the moment she was born - tiny, but perfect in every way.

(Be sure to click on the pictures for the for full-size versions!)

Dad's Tribute to his new daughter...

At one point, I made Mom look up at me.  She had the most amazing blue eyes...

The new family...

Thank you for letting me spend the morning with your family and getting to document this special time in your lives.  Congratulations on Baby Brinn!