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Bring your child to the photography studio on a regular basis. Many families bring their child to the studio in the birthday month and the family either in the summer or for the holidays. Many photographs in the home enhance the child's self esteem.

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In the first year of life a baby grows so fast it is difficult to document all the changes. Our studio has several programs to document those special moments.

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Clothing choices: timeless, no logos...let babies wear baby clothes...coveralls with no shirt...cute dresses with hats...jeans and tee shirts...baby in a blanket...sun dress...always barefoot...parents in black shirts...mothers wrapped for bare shoulders...parents are the background for their baby...dark shirts for the black and white close-ups of children...simple is always better...your family style.

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Important relationship portraits: family, of course, mother baby, father baby, children together, grandparents with grandchildren, sisters, cousins together, generations, godparents.

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Young children are always better in the morning or before 2 pm for the late morning nappers.

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Don't schedule the day after a doctor's appointment. Babies usually get an immunization and can be cranky the next day.

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If a child has a bump on his forehead or a minor scrape, we can retouch it. If a child is ill, please reschedule.

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Be sure your child has a meal before his studio visit, kids are always happier on a full stomach. Babies sometimes need to eat at the studio. Nursing moms are always welcome. We can also warm a bottle if needed.

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Bring whatever you think you might want in your photograph. Don't worry about bringing too much. We also welcome new ideas. We like to collaborate as long as it fits within our photography style.

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You can dress your child at the studio. Sometimes parents also need a change of clothing especially with babies.

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Coming to the studio is fun for all, yes even dads. It is an adventure to be enjoyed. Parents frequently worry about how their child will be. Their children are always fine. Wasted worry. Remember we can always do it again.

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Come have fun. Smile for the birdie!