10 Tips to Calmly Soothe Your Newborn

Newborn Photography

DOWNLOAD THE GUIDE Hey Mama, As a mother of three boys myself, I understand the frustration that comes with trying to settle fussy babies. Those sleepless nights and endless attempts to soothe a crying little one can be incredibly exhausting. But fear not, because help is at hand. Over the years, I’ve honed my skills […]

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The professional photography industry is losing sleep over AI tools for photography editing… and psst, the big secret is YOU don’t have to. I’ve been scrolling through my newborn photography groups on Facebook over the last year, and the anxiety is real. Post after post from photographers asking the same question: “Is AI going to […]

The Real Truth About AI Tools for Photography Editing (And How to Use Them in 2026)

Education for Newborn Photographers, Photoshop for Newborn Photographers

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Planning Maternity and Newborn Photos: Make Your Dreams Come True in 2026

Maternity Photography, Newborn Photography

If you’re thinking about planning maternity and newborn photos for your 2026 baby, I have some advice. But first, a quick story. A couple of years ago, I had a booking for a family expecting their baby right before the holidays. Over the phone, the mom told me she’d turned 40 at the beginning of […]

plan your maternity and newborn photos in advance for a stress free experience that results in dreamy photos in Boise Idaho's best maternity and newborn photography studio, Glean and Co.

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You know that sinking feeling when you’re culling through a session and realize you need to fix flat lighting but don’t have hours to spend in Photoshop? The baby looks adorable, the pose is natural and perfect, but the image is missing that dimensional quality that makes it really sing? Yeah, me too. And during […]

How to Fix Flat Lighting in Newborn Photography Using Evoto’s Sculpt Slider

Education for Newborn Photographers, Photoshop for Newborn Photographers

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a newborn baby under a christmas tree in the Glean and Co Photography studio

Why Your Holiday Photos Need to Be Booked Before November Ends

Family Photography, Newborn Photography

“Do you still have availability for holiday photos?” I took down the Christmas decorations today—all of them. December 1st, and the studio looks a little bare without the garland and twinkle lights that have been up since early November. Which means I’m about to get the phone calls. They always come around now, like clockwork. […]

a family of 4 peeking out of holiday curtains in the Glean and Co photography studio for their annual matching pajamas holiday photos

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Two hours before your newborn session, your toddler trips and bumps their head. There’s a bruise. Your baby woke up with a flare of eczema on their cheeks. You’ve got chipped nail polish from the chaos of the past week, flyaway hairs escaping your bun, and your 3-year-old refuses to let you scrub off the […]

Professional Photo Editing: The Skill That Separates Good Photographers From Great Ones

Glean & Co

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The One Breastfeeding Mother Picture That Changed Everything

Glean & Co

I’ve been thinking about something lately. In our world of photography, we have all these different moments worth capturing—maternity photos, newborns, first birthdays and family sessions. And they’re all valuable. But here’s what I’ve noticed: a breastfeeding mother picture is one of the most overlooked moments, even though it might be one of the most […]

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Lifestyle studio newborn photography is one of those things that sounds almost too good to be true when you first hear about it—the cozy, natural feel of at-home photos without actually having anyone come to your house. But I’m here to tell you it’s real, and it might just be the perfect solution you’ve been […]

The Best Kept Secret in Boise: Lifestyle Studio Newborn Photography

Newborn Photography

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Relaxed lifestyle newborn portrait of parents snuggling their baby in comfortable, home-like studio environment with natural window light

The Complete Guide to Sunflower Family Photos in Boise Idaho: Harrison Hollow Sessions

Glean & Co

Last week I discovered what might be my new favorite spot for sunflower family photos that Boise, Idaho has to offer. I’d driven past Harrison Hollow on Bogus Basin Road countless times and even done a later fall session there a time or two, but it wasn’t until a client specifically requested a sunflower session […]

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Yesterday I found myself driving all around Boise, camera gear in tow, on what I call a “location scouting mission.” I have a family session scheduled for Monday evening and wanted to try somewhere new. After three hours of exploring potential spots around town, I made an interesting discovery: there’s a reason my favorite locations […]

The Ultimate Guide to Boise Location Scouting for Family Photos

Family Photography

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Pregnant mother and toddler daughter embracing in front of sandstone cliffs during Boise location scouting for family photos maternity session at Foothills Learning Center

How to Find the Best Newborn Photographer in Boise: A Parent’s Complete Guide

Glean & Co

The question “Who’s the best newborn photographer in Boise?” comes up in every mom group, and honestly, it all comes down to thinking through what would have made your life easier as a brand new mom. When I started building my custom newborn studio in 2019, I found myself thinking through all the details from […]

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