I will be honest, I was first asked to photograph a newborn lifestyle session for the first time last year in 2017. I was so nervous and I didn’t think I wanted to do it. My husband convinced me to step out of my comfort zone and I am so glad I did. I ended up taking on the job and I fell in love! I loved being able to go into my clients homes where life, memories, and messes take place. I’ve photographed a few lifestyle sessions since 2017 and each one is so unique. I feel like I get to know the families a little more because I’m in their space. It’s truly such a special thing to photograph.
Lifestyle sessions remind me of why I started photography in the first place. I used to photograph my mom doing random things around the house, photographed my toys, and my two younger sisters. Photographing inside of your home is extra special because your life lives there.
When Brooke told me she was pregnant, read more about that here, she told me in her living room. Photographing her newborn she told me about 9 months prior in that same room was so surreal!
Her oldest daughter definitely warmed up to me since the last time I saw her at their family/ maternity session. When I walked inside, Emilia showed me her toy and almost immediately took my hand to show me a room upstairs. She loves to jump on the bed upstairs and couldn’t wait to show me!
Reagan Elizabeth was 15 days new during her lifestyle session. What a precious little girl. I can’t believe Brooke and Glenn are now parents to two little girls!!
To see more recent newborn sessions, CLICK HERE.
To see their family/ maternity session, CLICK HERE.
Sarah Botta is a Northern Virginia based newborn and wedding photographer whose work can be described as organic, natural, and timeless. Sarah specializes in capturing people’s stories and building connections with each client to help tell their story. Her residential newborn studio is located in Woodbridge, VA where she photographs newborns ages 4-12 days new.
Sarah has photographed over 30 weddings across Virginia and Maryland from rustic barn ceremonies to elaborate golf course receptions. Her natural timeless style shines brightest with outdoor locations. Sarah is available for travel and is passport ready.
