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One of the best parts of being a newborn photographer (other than meeting those sweet, brand-new faces and their parents of course) is being able to incorporate fun, imaginative themes. While certain floral themes or cute, miniature props may not be fitting for an older child or adults, babies look so adorable with just about...
Photographing Stephanie and her husband was an absolute dream. Their session was romantic and elegant. I was so excited when they contacted me to be there DC maternity photographer. When discussing their vision for their maternity session, I could tell they were going to be a fun and adventurous couple to photograph. Stephanie even allowed...
Just a few short weeks ago, I did Ashley’s gorgeous maternity photos that you will also see below. She was an absolutely stunning expectant mother, and she radiated happiness as her due date was quickly approaching. I wanted to help her look extra glamorous to celebrate her pregnancy and her beautiful body that was growing...
It was so good to see this sweet family again! Two years ago, I distinctly remember Min coming in with her handsome baby boy, Ehan. Min looked so happy and excited for her son’s newborn session, and he slept soundly I photographed him snuggled up next to a big teddy bear and positioned him among...
The arrival of a new family member brings some changes to the family dynamics, but big sister Hailey could not have been prouder to introduce her new baby brother to the world. She is just 3.5 years old, but she already takes her big sister role seriously. I love when families incorporate sibling photos into...
This handsome little guy came to my studio at just 18 days old. He was a petite 5 lbs 6 oz and 18.5 inches at birth. Maximus Mitchell was one of the sweetest newborns I have ever seen. Of course, like most newborns, he slept soundly through his very first photoshoot. Every once in a...
We have had a very long winter this year. To many of us, it feels like spring will never come, and we’re all growing antsy to shed our winter coats and get out in the warm sunshine. My longing for springtime helped me come up with a fun theme for the studio. Cherry blossom season...
Pregnancy can be a whirlwind of emotions for many expecting mothers. Whether you’re going to be a first-time mother, or you already wrangle a crew of little ones, those nine months can seem like a rollercoaster of ups and down for even the most experienced women. At the beginning of pregnancy, exhaustion hits like a...
Oh my goodness, just look at this little princess! Baby Thanyaa came to my studio at five weeks old, and she was the most beautiful little baby model. Normally newborn photos are taken around the two-week mark when babies have not quite stretched out yet, and they usually snooze through all of the poses and...
I recently returned home from a trip to Los Angeles after attending an inspirational congress for photographers called “Baby & Kid.” This conference and trade show included three amazing days of total immersion in different areas of the photographic business, specifically centered on baby and childhood photography. Attendees heard from world-renown keynote speakers, participated in...
Nataly Danilova Photography is a multi award winning baby and newborn photographer certified by the National Photographers Association and proud member of Best Newborn Photographer Association as well as Professional Photographers of America.
