It is truly a blessing to have met baby Harper and her family. The struggles and heartache this family went through just so they could hold this little one in their arms on the day of her photo shoot were long and tough. Harper was born at only 6 months old, and spent the first few months of her life behind the beep-beeps in a hospital’s NICU. We arrived early morning Saturday to capture 4 month old Harper, who weighed in at only 8 lbs, so little and petite yet so strong. It was with great endearment and pleasure that we captured this trio in their first official family portraits, a moment I am sure they have waited and worked incredibly hard for.
Just hear those jingle bells! Holiday pictures are a must at the moment. Christmas is just around the corner and it is one more thing you can check off the list. Harper was the perfect sleigh rider. She put her arms in the air, her feet on the dash, and away she went to white dreamland.
Now for some background information. Lux and I have been biting at the bit to use a vintage baby carriage we came across. The carriage is rather small but the colors and textures in it’s details inspired us greatly. The problem was, we had yet a baby that was small enough to fit in the tiny bed. During Harper’s consultation, we asked Mom and Dad how they felt about using this classic piece in Harper’s pictures. They jumped with excitement and anticipation, even noting that they had the perfect outfit for such item. With the security of Dad’s own vintage childhood teddy bear, Harper slept as peacefully as they come.
And I believe these pictures prove just how beautifully the idea came together.
Into the nursery we ventured. With such fun and vibrant colors it was the sweetest place for a baby girl to reside. We loved how Mom and Dad kept giving us such wonderful ideas of keepsakes to include in the pictures. The basket in the nursery was lined with a rose blanket that had once belonged to Harper’s mother, which she had acquired from a dear Aunt. Such meaning in one little memento brings such history and captivation with an image. Not only are they aesthetically pleasing, but emotionally as well.
A new baby is like the beginning of all things- wonder, hope, a dream of possibilities.
Eda J. Le Shan
We enjoyed all things Harper and family and cannot thank you enough for allowing us to capture these precious moments for you. We know that Harper will continue to grow and cannot wait to see her again.
