Greyson’s Cake Smash Session

November 8, 2017

My words couldn’t express the pure joy of seeing little Grayson’s smile light up the room! He came in for his cake smash session looking quite dapper. He started out a little on the cautious side, but after a few minutes (and possibly some bribery) he started flashing me his gorgeous grin!

Most cake smash portrait sessions last about an hour in the studio. This gives us enough time for a few different set ups, a few different outfits, and the glorious cake smash that happens at the end. They are quick and most babies are mobile which means mom is usually worn out by the time we are done, but when you get great shots like this ones, it makes it all worth it!

Sharing a few of my favorites from Greyson’s session, and of course I had to include a few from his cake smash (which he wasn’t the biggest fan of!) If you are interested in having a cake smash portrait session, please contact me today!

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West Seattle Family Session

November 6, 2017

I have the best time meeting and photographing new families! These guys were no exception. Would you believe me if I told you that we basically had to reschedule for 6 months due to weather? If you’re in the Seattle area and remember the winter we had, you’d probably believe me! Well, we had scheduled this little man’s 12 month session at the end of November of last year. And when the time came to photograph him, the weather was so terrible that we were forced to reschedule. The first rescheduled date came, and not only was it rainy, it was also freezing! Required another reschedule… and another… and another. Until finally, mom decided it might be best to just wait until spring when things got better.

But when spring came, things didn’t really get much better for us! I think it was finally JUNE before we were able to get a date that worked in our favor. And let me tell you, it was worth the wait! This handsome little man, now nearly 18 months old, was walking and talking and smiling for the camera. He warmed right up to me and we ended up with a gallery full of amazing images that this family will treasure for a lifetime.

Lots of favorites from this family session. If you are interested in a family portrait session, contact me today!

Forrest and Emmie | Boy Girl Twins Newborn Session

November 4, 2017

Meet Forrest and Emma. This boy girl twin session was one of many twin newborn sessions I photographed over the summer time. Working with twins can be a bit more challenging but I always make it a point to have an assistant who is experienced with newborns come to the studio to provide an extra set of hands. This little duo was absolutely perfect. I don’t think they made a peep during their entire session. I was able to get several images of the two of them together, as well as a full gallery of each of them on their own. Mom and dad chose one of our gorgeous albums to display their portraits and I have to admit, their album came together beautifully.

It would be impossible for me to choose a favorite from this session; I loved them all so much! Please contact us for details on scheduling and availability.

Newborn Photography Mentor | 1:1 mentoring

November 2, 2017

Newborn Photography Mentor, Dawn Potter, offers 1:1 mentoring to photographers looking to improve their newborn photography. We will spend a full day together focusing on session workflow and discussing equipment, settings and studio lighting. 1:1 mentoring is hands on, and students will have the opportunity to pose baby with my guidance and assistance to give them a head start to implementing the skills they’ve learned. GET MORE INFO ON 1:1 MENTORING

Group workshops are available in 2018 and currently booking. BOOK NOW

Francis | Best Newborn Photographer in Seattle

October 31, 2017

Francis and his family traveled quite a ways to come into the studio for his newborn session. I’m always flattered when a client makes the trip so far to see me, and make it a goal to go above and beyond to deliver an amazing experience. His big sister couldn’t have been any more adorable, I swear. She walked in smiling and was so careful and gentle when she was holding her baby brother. The images I captured of the two of them together are some of my all time favorite sibling photos.

Momma requested mostly neutrals for Francis’ session, and the creamy tones looked amazing with his gorgeous features and ivory skin. (if you look closely, you can even see the little dimple in his chin!) The blue romper she brought in was handmade by a relative and momma wanted to be sure to include it in his session since it was extra sentimental. Paired with the grey fabric, it was perfection.

Here are the highlights from little Francis’ newborn session.

Dawn Potter Photography – The Newborn Whisperer has been nominated for Best Newborn Photographer in Seattle by Expertise. Our studio is located in downtown Issaquah, just a few miles east of Seattle. Please contact us for scheduling details and availability.