Natalie B Photography

NEW BLOG LINK

2009-04-01T18:38:00.001-07:00

This blog has moved to www.photographybynatalieb.com/portraitblog

Please bookmark the new link, I will not be posting here anymore.

New blog coming soon!!

2009-03-26T19:30:00.001-07:00

I am so excited this blog is going to be getting a facelift, well a new blog!! Stay tuned and if you happend to get here and it has moved already check it out!!!

Womb to Bloom Website

2009-03-25T20:34:00.000-07:00

I am so excited about a new pregnancy website I am listed with. If you are pregnant, or a new mom, or even a seasoned mom like me you should definently check it out!!! wombtobloom.com

This new website is just getting started but is loaded with lots of information for mommies~

Also if you are a current client of mine, and I have had the pleasure of photographing your sweet baby could you leave me a review here: Natalie B Photography

Clients Collage { Michigan Newborn & Child Photographer}

2009-03-20T11:17:00.000-07:00

I saw a cute collage on another photographer's blog so of course I had to try it!! I pulled some pictures from a lot of sessions last year and this year. See if you can find one of yours!!
You can download this cool program here :http://www.shapecollage.com/

Out of the office

2009-03-13T11:59:00.000-07:00

Just wanted to let you know I will be out of the office from Friday March 13th- Sunday March 15th. If you are inquiring about a session I will answer all emails on Monday.

Sweet Baby "K" {Michigan Child Photographer}

2009-03-12T17:11:00.000-07:00

Miss "K" is almost one years old! I can't believe it has been a year since we did her newborn session. She has grown into one cute little girl!! I had so much fun photographing her today. What a smiley, happy baby!! Miss "K" has the most beautiful blue eyes and strawberry blonde hair, the boys better watch out!!!

I love this picture, she looks like she is thinking " Um seriously I have to sit in here naked and let you take my pictures? "

We are going to try something new to get some more involvement on the blog so help out this client and post a comment! Once she gets 20 comments she gets a free set of wallets!

Learning to ride a bike { Michigan Child Photographer}

2009-03-06T18:11:00.001-08:00

So today it was 65 degrees! It felt like summer!!! I think Spring may be around the corner. Although it is supposed to be 32 again tonight. My kids were so excited to be outside playing yesterday and today.
At the end of summer Karli had begged for her training wheels to be off, we knew she was not ready but you can't argue with a almost 5 yr old. She never touched the bike after that day. So yesterday she got out her bike, and had daddy help a few times.
Then today she begged us to hold the back and we just showed her how to use one foot, then the next on the peddles. She has a little temper and was not easy to work with so we left her alone. All day long she tried and tried while the boys played basketball.
Finally about 5pm she ran in the house and told me to come watch her. To my surprise she was riding her bike!! It was so exciting to watch her. She is 5 1/2 years old, much younger then I was when I learned to ride. Our son Kade taught himself at 3 yrs old but Kyle was about Karli's age too.
So here are some snapshots of her, I actually ran in the house to capture this moment as I did with the boys.

March Madness NO SESSION FEES {Michigan newborn, Child Photographer}

2009-03-02T13:33:00.000-08:00

March Madness!

I can't believe it is March already! The time seems to go by so fast. I think is is partly due to the fact that I have a full time business and 3 kids involved in activities. My boys have been playing Upward Basketball since January.

Wow I just can't say enough about this program. This is the 2nd year we have had our oldest play and it is just run so well. Kyle's team is undefeated but what I love the most is they work as a team. They don't have a one man show out there, and he is learning so many plays. Kade's team has only lost one game, and he is also learning the fundamentals of the game.
So, I am guessing by now you are thinking what does this have to do with Natalie B Photography? Well not too much but I just like to give you a little peek into my own life.
This month is March Madness, for all your basketball fans. I used to be a huge Piston's fan when I was in high school and right after. My dad took me to several of the playoff games. I kind of lost interest when I was in college though. Now that my own kids are getting into it, it seems more fun!

So in honor of March Madness I am going to be offer some great specials!

MARCH NO SESSION FEES

Do you want to get to know Natalie B Photography better? Want to have a session and try us out? Here's your one chance all year long to get to do that without session fees!

Whether it is newborn, baby, child, model or senior session.... you can book a mini session to be held within the month of March and there will be no session fee!

Really you ask? Really! Seriously we mean it!~ (Now don't think we will shoot a family reunion, or large group cause that is just not going to happen, sorry!)

What does a mini session mean? Normally sessions last about 2-3 hours with unlimited clothing changes. With a mini session the time is limited to 1 hour and you can have 2 clothing changes. It is that simple.

It is still cold out you say? Well we still can shoot on-location if the weather is cooperative and we are above freezing. Snow sessions are fun!!

For newborns and children we can shoot natural light in your home or studio in my home. Think yearly pictures, Easter pictures, gifts etc.

How many proofs will I have to choose from? There will be 15-20 images min for you to choose from in your online gallery. All images will be presented fully retouched as with a full session.

There is a 'catch' if you want to call it that..... your minimum purchase in prints and products must total $350 ( pretax and shipping) You get all the money you spend in prints! How awesome is that!?!

We collect $175.00 to reserve the session and the other half will be due when you place your order. So get over to the website and use that contact form to book that session with Natalie B Photography today! Spaces are limited and won't last long!!
** Full senior sessions will be required to purchase a minimum of $600.00

Newborn Baby "D" 6 day old {Michigan Newborn Photographer}

2009-02-27T17:05:00.000-08:00

Today I had such a fun time photographing newborn baby "D". What a wonderful family this baby has been born into. He has such a great foundation for his life.

I was so excited to be able to try some poses with dad that I have not been able to do before. You see most men are not thrilled at the idea of taking off their shirts for me lol. Thank you Mike for being so willing! I love this shot of your son on your arm.

When will it be Spring?

2009-02-27T16:10:00.000-08:00

Is anyone as tired as I am of this cold weather? Gosh it seems like every other week someone in our family sick. Karli has been the one most recently. Yesterday I took her to the Dr. to find out she has double ear infections. NICE.

Hopefully Spring will be here soon!!!

I wanted to share a picture of Karli, since she is the only one that let's me photograph her anymore!!

One more of Miss "S" & Casting Call for March;Michigan Newborn Photographer

2009-02-24T10:43:00.000-08:00

I just had to share this lovely picture of Miss "S" from last week. People always ask why it is so important to try to get sleepy shots, of course it is be cause they are so cute but also because newborns that are awake generally have flailing arms, crossed eyes and want to eat!

Miss "S" was wide awake when we started so I first wrapped her up tight and took some pictures of her awake, luckily her eyes were not crossed and she was almost look at us!

On a side note.... I still have some openings for the newborn casting call in March!

If you are expecting call or email me ASAP! You will receive a complimentary session ( 125.00 value), an 11x14 print ( 100.00 value) !

Minimum order of 350.00 is required. Additional discounts are being offered as well. Contact me to find out!

They are here!! The canvases!; Linden Michigan Photographer

2009-02-22T18:39:00.000-08:00

Here is a picture of my much anticipated 24x36 Canvases!! I am still waiting on the one of Kade, which should be here this week and I will post a picture again. Kyle is standing next to his ( looking less then thrilled, or maybe trying to be a cool 10 1/2 yr old)

I am certainly in love with these, not only because they are my children and my own work but it is just amazing looking at how large they are. I am so glad I decided not to go smaller.

I realize not everyone has wall space like this, but man if you do, take advantage and go large. I will have to post a comparison on sizes, I have some canvases of Karli that are 11x14 and 16x20, they look teeny compared to these!!

Canvases are also in investment, they are not cheap but are exquisite works of art. Timeless comes to mind, they will last forever.

Oh and just for fun, I posted a picture of these Yummy blueberry muffins I made today. I am not a product photographer, but the picture looks pretty nice! The muffins were the best recipe I have ever tried. I got the recipe off Allrecipes so if you want it you can find it here http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/To-Die-For-Blueberry-Muffins/Detail.aspx

Newborns Newborns! Little Miss "A"; Michigan Newborn Photographer

2009-02-18T18:49:00.000-08:00

Can I just say yeah me this is like the 3rd post this week! LOL! I am so loving photographing newborns!! This is the 2nd baby girl this week and what a peanut! Miss "A" was so tiny and perfect. I am not quite sure if I am getting my newborn fix or making it worse LOL.

I bought all these little hats right after Christmas knowing I would be doing more newborns this year, finally I got to use them. I also totally love the little pod that I put her in, she is all curly and warm.

She has two gorgeous older brothers who finally warmed up to me towards the end of my 3 hours at their house. They were so cute I could have stayed all day!!

Newborn Baby Girl Miss "S"; Michigan newborn Photographer

2009-02-17T13:34:00.000-08:00

Today I got to meet Miss "S" for her newborn session. What a sweetie!! While she didn't sleep as much as I would have liked, we did get some adorable pictures of her. I am going to be getting my baby fix this week that is for sure!!

Here is a sneak peek for you mom and dad!!

Better Bloggin!; Michigan Baby Photographer

2009-02-16T19:49:00.000-08:00

Hee hee! I am trying so hard to be a better blogger. Here is a shot of our puppy, well she is now 4 months old and does not like to sit much lol.

My daughter is going to be here helping out with a newborn session tomorrow, so we were practicing with her Baby Alive lol. She loves to pretend she is a mommy. This is just a cute close up of her.

I am so excited to have two newborns this week!! Check back for sneak peeks!!

Large Canvases of my kids; Michigan Children's Photographer

2009-02-15T15:16:00.000-08:00

I am so excited about the new canvases that should be arriving this week!! If you know me, you know I have been waiting forever for our living room to be painted. We built our home nearly 9 years ago, and because we did everything ourselves ( my husband built it) we only did the basic white paint inside.

Our ceilings are high and painting them was the last thing my husband wanted to do! So before Christmas I finally had someone paint and it looks so beautiful.

My husband always teases me saying I am like the carpenter that doesn't do anything on his house, or the painter who never has a painted house, I am the photographer without pictures of her own kids on the wall!

Well not anymore!! I ordered 3 canvases, one of each child in a large 24x36 to grace our huge wall. I can hardly contain my excitement!!!

Kade asked me how many canvases I have of Karli, and well this will be the 3rd BUT in her defense, she likes being photographed and he does not. I told him that and he says "I AM SURE YOU HAVE AT LEAST 2 PICTURES OF ME MOM!". I was laughing so hard, I told him this canvas is going to be so big he can look at it everyday~

Well I just wanted to share, and of course I will post a picture when they are hung on the wall ( um yes Gary we WILL hang them right away!)

The pictures I used are below, totally my kids and their personalities.

Have a great week! I have several little newborns to photograph this week so that should be lots of fun!!

NEWBORN MODEL CALL FOR FEBRUARY & MARCH; Michigan Baby Photographer

2009-02-08T17:27:00.000-08:00

Natalie B Photography is having a Casting Call for Newborns!

Since this is my off season for high school seniors, I would like to photograph more newborns. I have been doing quite a lot lately but have some specific poses and props I would like to use. **** I would love some baby girls!! Been doing a lot of boys lately.

These sessions will be FREE ( 125.00 value) and you will receive an 11x14 mounted picture from your mini session ( 100.00 value). You may purchase additional prints are regular prices.

The session will not be a full newborn session but will most likely last between 2-3 hours. I will have a specific idea of what I want to capture during your session, some of which may not work out but we will try!

In order to qualify you must do the following ;

* Contact me ASAP to temporarily book your session. Newborns MUST be photographed within the first 10 days of birth. If you do not call me to set up the definite date once you have the baby, you will lose your free session.

* I will be taking newborns that are born in FEB & MARCH. If I need to do more casting calls I will post for other months.

* Newborn sessions will be done in my home ( not on-location) giving me the opportunity to use studio lighting and natural light.

* Specific qualities I am looking for ( but not limited to) are preemies, babies with different ethnic backgrounds, multiples, fathers with tattoos willing to photograph with their newborn.

Please contact me at nataliebphotography@charter.net if you are pregnant and due in January or February so that I can block out time for you. Most likely sessions will be during the morning/early afternoon.

7 day old Newborn Session Baby "E";Linden Michigan Newborn Photographer

2009-02-05T14:50:00.000-08:00

Well I would be lying if I said I loved watching football, so I won't lie lol. On Superbowl Sunday I did this newborn session for some of my husband's highschool friends. This is their 4th baby boy and he was such a cutie!! Mr. "E" was 7 days old and WIDE AWAKE when I got there lol.

His mom was not too convinced that I would be able to get him to sleep but I worked my magic and we did, in the process getting pooped and peed on a bit lol.

Such a sweet baby with light red hair !!

I hope you like your sneaks!!

Twice the fun! Newborn Twin Boys; Linden Michigan Photographer

2009-01-31T06:21:00.001-08:00

I remember when I was little and I would talk to my friends about when I grew up, I always wanted twins. I thought having twins would be the cutest thing ever! Of course I never did have them, I am blessed with 3 children of my own though. I think God definitely gives you what you can handle, I am not sure I would have been able to handle two of any of my own kids lol.

Yesterday I met such a beautiful couple and their 7 day old baby boys. I could tell the minute I went into their home that they were totally in love with their babies. I know they have come a long way to get to this point and are just so blessed. It was such an honor to be able to meet them and photograph their little miracles.

I won't lie, twins are hard to photograph! This was my first set of newborn twins ever ( ** if you are having twins email me!) they keep waking each other up while posing them lol. The parents were great though, so very patient with me and the babies. Dad was even a sport when he got pooed on!

Thanks again for letting me come to your home and meet your adorable little boys! Here are some sneak peeks from our session.

Natalie B Photography Hours for 2009

2009-01-20T04:32:00.000-08:00

Gosh could it be any colder in MI? I swear this is the worst winter we have had in a long time! I love to look at the snow but that is way different then getting up at 7 every morning and starting the car to take my kids to school!

Bring on Spring! Ha I think that may be a little while though.

Lot's of new things are coming for Natalie B Photography this year. If you haven't signed up for the newsletter you can do so on the side of this blog. You won't want to miss out on any of the news or specials.

In the past I have been available pretty much 24/7 it felt like lol. While I do want to be here every step of the way for my clients, I need to set some boundaries for 2009.

Natalie B Photography will have the operation hours of Monday through Friday from 9-5, Saturday from 10-3 and Sunday closed.

If you should need to contact me after hours you can do so by email however I may not be able to respond until the following business day.

To coincide with these hours, online galleries will no longer end on weekends, preventing the need for me to talk with clients after hours.

I absolutely LOVE my job, and I am so thankful to be able to have this full time job that really does not feel like work. I do need to get a better balance between work and my family though. Don't you think that is what every mom strives for? I know it is so difficult especially with my kids getting older and more involved in activities.

Ok enough rambling for today!! As previously posted last week, I am expanding my newborn/baby part of my business. Thank you to those that have booked sessions in the upcoming months! I am looking forward to meeting your new bundle of joy.

You can read about the Newborn Casting Call here http://photographybynatalieb.blogspot.com/2009/01/calling-all-newborns-casting-call-for.html

I still have room available for a select group of new babies so contact me asap to reserve your session!

Natalie

PS here is a picture of my darling Karli, all girl and getting way too big!-

4 month old Baby Session; Linden Michigan Photographer

2009-01-15T07:30:00.000-08:00

Yesterday I was able to photography one of my newborns who is now 4 months old! It is so much fun to see how they have grown and how their personality starts to come out. I am really looking forward to his next session when he is sitting up!

Mr. "A" was kind of sleepy but we managed to get some cute pictures! I tried something new with the vintage bw, I thought it worked for his picture.

Only a mother can appreciate that last picture! We are never in pictures ourselves. I know his mommy will love it since this is her last little baby.

I hope you like your sneak peeks!

BTW! The newborn casting call is still on! I am so excited for the mommy's that have booked already!!

CALLING ALL NEWBORNS! CASTING CALL FOR BABIES DUE IN JANUARY AND FEBRUARY!

2009-01-11T12:59:00.000-08:00

Natalie B Photography is having a Casting Call for Newborns!

Since this is my off season for high school seniors, I would like to photograph more newborns. I have been doing quite a lot lately but have some specific poses and props I would like to use.

These sessions will be FREE ( 125.00 value) and you will receive an 11x14 mounted picture from your mini session ( 100.00 value). You may purchase additional prints are regular prices.

The session will not be a full newborn session but will most likely last between 2-3 hours. I will have a specific idea of what I want to capture during your session, some of which may not work out but we will try!

In order to qualify you must do the following ;

* Contact me ASAP to temporarily book your session. Newborns MUST be photographed within the first 10 days of birth. If you do not call me to set up the definite date once you have the baby, you will lose your free session.

* I will be taking newborns that are born in JAN & FEB currently. If I need to do more casting calls I will post for other months.

* Newborn sessions will be done in my home ( not on-location) giving me the opportunity to use studio lighting and natural light.

* Specific qualities I am looking for ( but not limited to) are preemies, babies with different ethnic backgrounds, multiples, fathers with tattoos willing to photograph with their newborn.

Please contact me at nataliebphotography@charter.net if you are pregnant and due in January or February so that I can block out time for you. Most likely sessions will be during the morning/early afternoon.

Newborn Session Baby "S" 9 days old; Linden Michigan Photographer

2009-01-07T19:48:00.001-08:00

Just a reminder, only 2 more days for the 25% off Reprint sale! Take advantage if you need some extra wallets, 5x7's or prints!

Today I had a wonderful newborn session with baby "S". He was 9 days old and so good for me!!
This session was really special because his mommy and I went to school together. It was fun to reminisce, and talk about how we have grown into woman and mothers.

Thanks so much Erica for allowing me to photograph your beautiful little boy! Here are some sneak peeks.

Happy New Year reprint Sale!

2009-01-02T19:25:00.000-08:00

Happy New Year!! 2008 was such a great year for our family. God has blessed us and we are grateful!
I know that 2009 is going to be fabulous as well!

While I am tying up 2008 ends and starting to book 2009 sessions I thought I would have the 1st EVER 25% REPRINT SALE!

This is a one time sale, and may never happen again so take advantage~

Terms-

Offer applies ONLY to clients that have placed orders PREVIOUSLY in 2008.
* If you had a session in 2008 and have NOT placed your order, this will not apply to you.

* 25% discount does NOT apply to Canvas Prints.

* Sale will run from Jan. 3rd to Jan. 9th.

If you are interested and would like your client gallery re-loaded for the time period of the sale please contact me at nataliebphotography@charter.net

You will be given a special code to use for your reprint sale!!

5 day old Newborn Baby "K"; Linden, Michigan Photographer

2008-12-17T07:15:00.000-08:00

Last Sunday I had a great newborn session with baby "K". She was only 5 days old and was sooo good for me! She slept the whole time a record 2 hours of me moving her around!!
Who doesn't love a cute newborn in a santa hat?

Merry Christmas!!