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 […]
AI photo editing credits have become the latest headache for newborn photographers everywhere. If you’ve been on Facebook lately, you’ve probably seen the collective meltdown happening in photography groups. Adobe has actually been giving users Generative Fill credits for a while now, but most people didn’t realize they were using up a limited supply. Then […]
Finding out you’re expecting twins changes everything—including when and how to plan your twin maternity photo shoot. After years of photographing twin pregnancies here in Boise (and a few surprise twin discoveries that I’ll tell you about later!), I’ve learned that these sessions need completely different planning than singleton pregnancies. Why Twin Maternity Photo Shoot […]
Have you heard of Evoto AI photo editing software? It seems like it’s been popping up everywhere in photography circles lately, and for good reason. For those who aren’t familiar, Evoto AI photo editing is a specialized software that uses machine learning to automate many of the time-consuming retouching tasks we typically do manually in Photoshop. Think skin smoothing, […]
A Newborn Session Revolution I used to think 3 hours was the golden standard for newborn photography. The selling point? Plenty of time to stop for cuddles and feeding, ample opportunity for posing, and a wide variety of images to choose from… But I’ve had a change of heart as we’ve been using a new […]
Have you ever been sitting at your desk editing away and pondering newborn photo retouching ethics? Well, neither have I (not extensively anyway.) However, the other day I was scrolling through a newborn photography Facebook group and I saw a post that made me cringe. A photographer was desperately seeking help removing a pacifier from […]
That first birthday is a milestone worth celebrating in a big way. As a Boise newborn and family photographer, I’ve had the joy of documenting countless babies’ first birthday celebrations through cake smash photography sessions that capture not just the messy fun, but the complete journey of this special day. Professional cake smash photography creates […]
The importance of printed photographs cannot be overstated in today’s digital world. As we accumulate thousands of digital images on our devices, the tangible value of physical prints becomes increasingly clear. Having printed photographs provides lasting security and emotional connection that digital files simply cannot match. As a newborn and family photographer in Boise, I’ve […]
As a newborn photographer since 2017 and a professional editor since 2005, I’ve refined my approach to newborn photo editing to create images families will treasure. The right editing techniques can elevate your photographs from beautiful captures to heirloom-quality portraits while preserving that natural, delicate look that defines exceptional newborn photography. Today, I’m sharing the […]
Preparing your older children for newborn photos can make all the difference between stress and success. At Glean & Co, we’ve photographed countless families welcoming new members, and we’ve learned what works (and what doesn’t) when it comes to including siblings in newborn photo sessions. Because, lets be honest, bringing a new baby home is […]
Having your first baby? Let us help answer a few of those Newborn Photography FAQs that might be creeping in as you await your baby’s arrival. The Magic and Safety Behind Newborn Photography Newborn photography is one of the most magical yet misunderstood specialties in the photography world. Those adorable posed images of tiny babies […]
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If you're expecting, you're probably wondering-- when is the best time to take maternity photos? Here's a few things to consider when planning your Boise Maternity Photos