Baby's First Year - Devon Shanor Photography

26 Sep

Beautiful Baby E | Virginia Beach Newborn Photographer Creating Sweet Moments

admin / Baby's First Year, Newborn / September 26, 2025 / 0 Comments

Being a Virginia Beach newborn photographer means I get to meet so many incredible families and capture their first days with a brand-new baby. This session was extra sweet—introducing the world to Baby E. From his tiny features to the way he snuggled with his mama and big brother, every moment was filled with love and joy.

Sleepy and Sweet

Baby E gave us the perfect balance of portraits. He looked so peaceful in his cozy knit outfit and rustic basket setup, and I couldn’t resist capturing those tiny toes! Later, we swaddled him snug and safe, and he drifted off into dreamland—complete with the sweetest little smiles that melted everyone in the room.

Family Connection

One of my favorite parts of this session was photographing Baby E with his mama and big brother. The bond between them was beautiful—mama glowing with love, big brother proudly snuggling close, and Baby E curled up content in their arms. These are the kinds of portraits that tell a family’s story and will be treasured for years to come.

Why Age Matters for Newborn Portraits

Baby E was just 12 days old at his session—the perfect time for newborn photography. I always recommend scheduling newborn portraits between 6–18 days old whenever possible. During this window, babies are typically sleepier and more flexible, which makes it easier to capture those swaddled poses, tiny details, and adorable expressions.

Booking Your Newborn Session

If you are searching for a newborn photographer in Virginia Beach, Norfolk, or Chesapeake, I would be honored to capture your baby’s first portraits. The newborn stage is so fleeting—don’t miss the chance to preserve it forever.

✨ Book your newborn consultation today and let’s create timeless portraits of your little one. Plus, for the rest of 2025, every newborn session comes with a FREE 11×14 print as my gift to you!

26 Sep

Virginia Beach Newborn Photographer | Baby J’s Beautiful First Pictures

admin / Baby's First Year, Newborn / September 26, 2025 / 0 Comments

One of my favorite parts of being a Virginia Beach newborn photographer is watching families grow in front of my camera. I first met this sweet couple when they welcomed their first child less than two years ago. Now they’re back in the studio with their newest little one—Baby J. These returning clients are why I love specializing in newborn photography as each session tells a new chapter of a family’s story, preserved in portraits you’ll treasure forever.

Awake and Adorable

Baby J was wide awake for most of his session, showing off the most adorable bright eyes. (Those curious looks melt me every time!) Once swaddled, he finally drifted off to sleep. That gave us the perfect mix of awake newborn portraits and peaceful, dreamy images every parent loves.

Parents’ Special Time

Big brother was at daycare during this session, so the focus stayed on mom, dad, and their new bundle of joy. Their smiles, their laughter, and the way they held Baby J close reminded me exactly why newborn portraits are so meaningful. These fleeting first days deserve to be captured and remembered.

Perfect Timing for Newborn Portraits

Baby J was just 12 days old at his session—the perfect age for newborn photography. (I loved including a special shot that showed off his age!) I recommend scheduling newborn portraits between 6–18 days old whenever possible. During this window, little ones are sleepier and more flexible, which makes it easier to capture cozy swaddled poses and all those tiny details parents adore.

Booking Your Session

If you are searching for a newborn photographer in Virginia Beach, Norfolk, or Chesapeake, I would love to create timeless portraits of your baby. The best time to schedule your newborn session is during pregnancy so your spot is reserved on my calendar.

✨ Don’t let this short window slip away—book your newborn consultation today and let’s create memories you’ll cherish for generations. For the rest of 2025, you’ll also receive a FREE 11×14 print with every newborn session booked!