When I Reagan’s mom and I were finally able to coordinate our schedules, she was five weeks old. I’m not going to lie – I was a little nervous about how the session would go. You see, five weeks is a tough age because babies aren’t smiling or really holding their heads up yet, and they aren’t really super curly sleepy like a brand new baby. In fact, when I walked into the house I explained that it was fairly likely that we wouldn’t get a ton of sleepy shots based on Reagan’s age. Oh was I wrong. Reagan was a dream, and I left this session more inspired than I’ve been in a long time. Her parents had some really creative ideas that were right up my ally, and we got to shoot outside. It’s been a loooooong winter, so a sweet baby sleeping outside? Absolute dream come true.
When I’m photographing newborns, I love to try to incorporate elements that are special to the parents. Sure, I bring blankets and hats, but I’m always on the lookout for something unique that’s already in their home. When Reagan’s dad brought out this basket, my heart skipped a beat. When I learned that it was actually Reagan’s Great Great Grandmother’s basket that she took to the market every week over 100 years ago, I knew we had to use it.
Jacob Bergmeier - Oh dear! She is too precious! I love the 4th and 5th pictures
Marcia - Beautiful!!! What a sweet little angel you’ve captured there Crista.
Amy - LOVE this session, Crista! Gorgeous shots, beautiful use of the light and props and surroundings. Just absolutely perfect all around!
Janelle - Absolutely gorgeous pictures! If you may recall Vincenzo was 5 weeks old too at his first session and we NEVER got a sleeping pic. Needless to say at 16 months now, he hasn’t changed, LOL. These are amazing and I love all the color and props.
Alana - Oh my goodness, what a doll! Your photos are beautiful. I especially love the 3rd one- the daffodils scream Spring is finally here!
Kelli - These are perfect! Beautiful work!
christa - you have totally outdone yourself. this is freaken amazing.
Jaime - Amazing!!! By far some of my faves, love the outdoor shots!! Beautiful!
Lauren - Crista, wow! Looking at your pictures seriously makes me want one more. Great shots, adorable baby.
David | CT Newborn Photographer » Crista Acosta Photography - [...] let me know that she had another baby, I was thrilled and a little intimidated. When I had done her daughter’s newborn session less than a year ago, we set the bar high, and those are still some of my very favorite images. I [...]