Wednesday, January 27, 2010

Kate's First Photo Shoot

Our daughter Kate had her first photo shoot at exactly one week old with Andrea Elberg, a photographer in Madison, WI. Andrea does on location shooting so she came to our house for the session which was so nice! She hauled in all her props, backdrops, and equipment and most of these shots were taken in our kitchen. Being a new mom and still not quite sure what to expect with a newborn, it was such a relief to be in the comfort of our own home where I already have everything I need for Kate. Andrea was so amazing with Kate that I couldn't believe she's not a mom herself! She was incredibly patient and didn't mind taking as many breaks as Kate needed. And of course her end result speaks for itself! Maybe it's in poor taste to gush about your own child, but I don't care--I'm absolutely in love with these photos!


I got this adorable hand-crocheted hat from Etsy seller Irish Hooks & Yarn. It's the perfect little accessory for a winter baby!







This beautiful hand-knit blanket was a gift from my friend Allison and was made by her mom:







74 comments:

june@craftyniche January 27, 2010 6:42 AM  

Oh my goodness, those portraits are precious! I know you are going to treasure them always.

Suzanne January 27, 2010 7:12 AM  

Great photos! She is adorable! Her squished face in the up close pink hat one is so cute!

Kelly Williams January 27, 2010 7:27 AM  

Nothing short of amazing. But that's what happens with a talented photographer, an adorable baby, beautiful parents, and a swanky awesome house! I'm so happy that you love her newborn portraits. You'll treasure them forever!

sabrina's spot January 27, 2010 7:30 AM  

Beautiful. Enjoy these first few weeks because she'll change so quickly between birth to three weeks. It's crazy.

MelissaF January 27, 2010 7:46 AM  

Beautiful photos and of course, beautiful baby!

Pam January 27, 2010 7:49 AM  

These are amazing, D! Kate is just gorgeous!

Vee January 27, 2010 7:52 AM  

OMG she looks so brand new!!!!! What amazing pictures. She is beautiful.

Nicole January 27, 2010 7:55 AM  

I've been anxious to see pictures. They are beautiful as is she!

E January 27, 2010 7:57 AM  

Gorgeous pictures! Looking at them makes me want another baby! Kate is such a sweetheart, I hope things are going well for you!

LizzieBeth January 27, 2010 8:01 AM  

How sweet is that second hat! She looks like a little china doll!

LB

Domestic Princess January 27, 2010 8:03 AM  

So adorable! Congrats again

Crossed Fingers January 27, 2010 8:03 AM  

Aw - so cute. I love the hat with the flower.

Christina January 27, 2010 8:06 AM  

She's absolutely beautiful! Congratulations to your family!

Erin January 27, 2010 8:11 AM  

So, so precious. And how about you looking fine, mama?! I love the one with you holding her, and the one with Kate in the basket with the blanket. Melts me.

Anonymous January 27, 2010 8:13 AM  

Oh my goodness, I've never commented on your blog before but she is BEAUTIFUL.

*claire* January 27, 2010 8:16 AM  

she is so beautiful! what wonderful photos - i know you will treasure those forever!

Jill January 27, 2010 8:20 AM  

She's so beautiful..........the portraits are gorgeous! Can't wait to see some "action" shots of her with her eyes open.

LaNa January 27, 2010 8:30 AM  

beautiful photos!

Karen January 27, 2010 8:37 AM  

Adorable! We just had a photographer come to our home to take pictures too. I can't wait to see how they turned out!!!

Karen

jmckay January 27, 2010 8:43 AM  

These are beautiful! The one of Kate in the basket is my favorite =)

Sabrina January 27, 2010 8:53 AM  

The pics are adorable...esp. the bum shots! What a cutie! Congrats again!

The Misses Says... January 27, 2010 9:00 AM  

Beautiful... I can't even stand it. What a lucky baby to have a diva-super stylish mommie.

Kate January 27, 2010 9:02 AM  

She is beautiful and those photos are stunning.

Nancy January 27, 2010 9:15 AM  

Great photographs!

Amber @ Two Nuts in a Shell January 27, 2010 9:25 AM  

I love the one in the basket. She's looks ultra tiny and cute!

tincupchalice January 27, 2010 9:27 AM  

Precious! Congrats again!

Chicago Mom January 27, 2010 9:27 AM  

Amazing pictures! You are going to be so happy you have these!

Lacey (Laptops to Lullabies) January 27, 2010 9:30 AM  

Absolutely gorgeous!!!

hopefuls #1 January 27, 2010 9:33 AM  

Seriously, some of the cutest pictures I've seen taken of an infant!!!

Kate is darling and those pictures are just perfect!!!

Hope all is going well for you!!

Marcy January 27, 2010 9:41 AM  

Congratulations! She is beautiful & perfect in every way!
(Makes me want another one :)

Design A-Peele January 27, 2010 9:59 AM  

so sweet!! thanks for sharing with us!

Jan ~ BellaCasa January 27, 2010 10:49 AM  

The photos of Kate are so precious and will become beautiful memories one day.

Thanks for sharing them.

Sincere Vaughn January 27, 2010 10:57 AM  

Beautiful! Kate is already a great model, she must've learned from her mom!

Amber January 27, 2010 11:02 AM  

Nice genes. You have a seriously beautiful baby!

Andrea January 27, 2010 11:03 AM  

Lovely skin on your newbie!!Congralations.

Andrea in MN
www.thomberg.blogspot.com

Stacy January 27, 2010 11:09 AM  

Ah! That picture of the two of you is too gorgeous for words!

Stacy January 27, 2010 11:09 AM  

Ah! That picture of the two of you is too gorgeous for words!

Heather January 27, 2010 11:38 AM  

She is so beautiful!
Congrats!

Briel79 January 27, 2010 11:44 AM  

Gorgeous pictures! I really like the last one.

Jessica January 27, 2010 12:02 PM  

I love all these pictures! She's so precious!!

Ashley January 27, 2010 12:07 PM  

I LOVE these pictures! I'm due in less than 2 weeks and can't wait :)

I especially love her wide headband with the flower - precious!

Rob And Son January 27, 2010 12:10 PM  

What a beautiful little baby! Can't wait to hear how things are going with the new little peanut.

Sarah - La Jeune Marie January 27, 2010 12:49 PM  

I am literally tearing up over these pictures. Kate is beautiful Dusty, and these pictures? Wow, what an incredible keepsake.

Sherry @ Young House Love January 27, 2010 12:52 PM  

Amazing! They're all beautiful but nothing beats a baby in a woven basket. Be still me beating heart.

And I LOVE that hand-knit blanket. What a lucky mum you are! And what a lucky baby she is!

xo,
s

Cassie January 27, 2010 12:55 PM  

Absolutely beautiful! She looks like such a sweetheart.

Jennifer January 27, 2010 1:56 PM  

I'm not usually a fan of newborns in the nude but these are tasteful and absolutely beautiful!

jenni January 27, 2010 2:10 PM  

GORGEOUS!!!!!

jadorelidylle January 27, 2010 2:59 PM  

Awwww!!! These almost brought a tear to my eye. I love the pictures of you two together! So amazing. Lots of love to you and your new family!!!

Anonymous January 27, 2010 3:47 PM  

Gorgeous photos, gorgeous baby, gorgeous mommy. Dad's hands look nice too.

jbhat

CampDallas January 27, 2010 3:53 PM  

Two words: Absolutely precious!

blondie42107 January 27, 2010 4:08 PM  

She's adorable!

Jodie January 27, 2010 4:11 PM  

Oh my goodness, what beautiful pictures!

Heather January 27, 2010 5:11 PM  

How perfect!

TraceyB January 27, 2010 5:34 PM  

Wow, they are some awesome photos! Cuteness!

Lena January 27, 2010 5:59 PM  

Stunning pictures of your absolutely perfect daughter! I hope you have a lot of wall space to display all of them :)

alexandjess January 27, 2010 6:14 PM  

Keep gushing away, she is absolutely adorable. I can't get past how cute that pout in #4 is!

The Mrs January 27, 2010 6:37 PM  

What a beautiful little bum she has!

Anonymous January 27, 2010 8:13 PM  

She's beautiful, D! Congratulations :)

-Alisa

Jenny @ Anything Pretty January 27, 2010 8:19 PM  

She is precious! Those pictures are amazing!

misc.alaina January 27, 2010 8:57 PM  

She is beautiful and the photos are amazing!

Emily January 27, 2010 9:44 PM  

She's lovely Dusty! Beautiful pictures, too.

Jo January 27, 2010 10:08 PM  

Absolutely beautiful! I think I love the fifth one the best - her mouth is all smooshy. But then again, they are all fabulous shots.
Jo x

Flick, January 27, 2010 11:12 PM  

She is absolutely heavenly! Like a scrumptious pink jelly bean.... The photos are amazing, the wooly hat is so cute on her.
:)

Flick, January 27, 2010 11:12 PM  

She is absolutely heavenly! Like a scrumptious pink jelly bean.... The photos are amazing, the wooly hat is so cute on her.
:)

julie January 28, 2010 8:17 AM  

She is adorable! Those pictures are timeless.

Kristi January 28, 2010 10:30 AM  

She is Gorgeous!!! These pictures look great.

Windy City Kelley's January 28, 2010 11:31 AM  

So cute!!!

superchixor January 28, 2010 7:53 PM  

She's just precious, D! I love all the little booty shots! She's just perfect!

Amber. January 29, 2010 8:47 AM  

beautiful!!

Pam January 29, 2010 11:05 AM  

Lurker-turned-commenter to say congratulations. Your daughter is absolutely beautiful!

juls January 29, 2010 11:59 AM  

love love love love love!!! she is so precious <3 i absolutely LOVE the little bum one and her tiny pink hat! so sweet. congrats again!

melissa oholendt January 31, 2010 6:30 PM  

Gorgeous photos D!! She did a WONDERFUL job! Kate totally takes after her gorgeous mommy!

G+D February 1, 2010 11:19 AM  

Thanks so much for all your incredibly sweet comments everyone! It's so much fun sharing Kate with you all!

Becky June 8, 2010 7:55 AM  

These pictures are amazing! Your daughter is beautiful!

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