Pregnancy Photographs Growing More Popular

March 23, 2008 | Leave a Comment

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Korri, awaiting the birth of Elizabeth. (Photo by Julia Pelish)

Mother’s Day is coming up in less than two months and more expectant moms are looking to have their photos taken this year than I can remember.

I wrote a few weeks ago about the popularity of pregnancy photos and I think it’s a trend that will keep up for at least this year. Because of the sensitivity and intimacy involved with maternity portraits, my clients prefer to be photographed in my studio or at their home.

The maternity portraits are part of my standard portrait offerings, which include a custom-framed print on premium metallic paper with matte and glass panel. I also offer a signature portrait package that includes a hairstylist for the shoot and contemporary digital imaging in post production.

The rates vary and the packages can be customized to fit your needs. Email for more details.

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The Chronicles of Baby Angelina – A Valentine’s Day Sweetheart for Vancouver

February 5, 2008 | Leave a Comment

Baby Angelina has her first Valentine’s Day to look forward to. (Photo by Julia Pelish)

As reported a couple of weeks ago, Baby Angelina had her first photography session in January. Her mom and dad, Rosa and Herman, say she has grown very fast during these past two weeks and is sleeping much better. With her grandmother visiting from overseas, Angelina has been getting spoiled with attention.

Angelina’s first Valentine’s Day is approaching and we know she can look forward to receiving plenty of hearts this year and in the many more to follow.

Mom and Dad are busy filling in their picture frames with the photographs from Angelina’s portrait shoot. Angelina’s baby portraits have also been retouched, enhanced and stylized to be part of my Signature Portrait collection, which will debut next week when my website relaunches.

[Read the first installment of “The Chronicles of Baby Angelina”.]

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Baby Photographs Preserve Memories for BC Families

January 29, 2008 | Leave a Comment

Jackie and Baby Christopher are right at home. (Photo by Julia Pelish)

Having baby photographs taken in your home makes practical sense for many parents. It also meets the goal of preserving memories as well as, if not better than, taking photographs on-location or in a studio.

The main reason is because children, especially infants, are often more at ease in their own surroundings. It also can take more than a couple of hours of a portrait session to capture the images we desire and waiting it out for the perfect smile or the countenance that makes you melt can be easier on the baby if his or her favorite toys or sensations are around. In a familiar setting, the baby’s more likely to remain or regain calm. Other necessities like changing diapers and feeding are easier done at home. Those are the practical components of a home photo shoot for babies.
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Maternity Photographs a Memento for Vancouver’s Expectant Moms

January 25, 2008 | Leave a Comment

Patty, awaiting the arrival of Baby Jack. (Photo by Julia Pelish)

Maternity photos are more and more popular these days. Maybe it’s because of the hit movie Juno or, more likely, the images of famous expectant mothers that inspire us to have photographs taken during pregnancy.

We all probably remember that iconic photo of Demi Moore on the cover of Vanity Fair. That photograph was published in 1991, if you can believe it. Since then, celebrities have showed off their “baby bellies” proudly and moms-to-be in all walks of life followed in stride.

Photographs preserve time and few, if any, stages of life are as important to women as the months when they nurture their children to birth. The maternity photograph is a poignant keepsake that in the years ahead will allow for intimate reflection on the sacrifices you made and care you took while carrying your child.

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The Chronicles of Baby Angelina – A Star Model Is Born

January 24, 2008 | 1 Comment

Baby Angelina is adored by her mom and dad, Rosa and Herman. (Photo by Julia Pelish)

On November 11, 2007 (Remembrance Day), Baby Angelina arrived in the arms of her mom and dad, Rosa and Herman. Just a couple of months later, Angelina took front and center during her first professional photo shoot. Like most models, she had a few demands and needed lots of coddling. But with a face like that who could resist giving into her every wish? (Not Daddy, that’s for sure!)

While the future is wide in front of Baby Angelina, the early indications are she loves the spotlight and the attention that comes with it. Modelling might definitely be a career choice but Mom and Dad report she’s got what it takes to be a singer. Apparently, her lungs have the ability to belt out a few tunes that go on late, late into the night. At least she fits right in with Yaletown on a Friday night.

No matter what happens, her baby portrait gives her and her wonderful parents a precious memory from her early, delicate days. As Rosa writes, “Many, many thanks, Julia. Without you, we would never thought about taking family photos like this. They are so beautiful. They will definitely be the treasure of ours for the rest of our life.”

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Vancouver's Expectant Moms Crave Pregnancy Photographs - More and more women are choosing to be photographed while pregnant. Read why.
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Where to Find the Right Spot for Your Family Portrait - The Lower Mainland offers lots of great locations, including English Bay and Stanley Park.
Why Engagement Portraits are Worth It - Sensible reasons why you two should be photographed together prior to your wedding day.
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