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Creating connection with a baby client is essential for capturing beautiful, unforgettable photographs and that is my goal Every Time I photograph a baby. Some ages are easier than others to work with (*cough* 6-8 month sitters *cough*) but it’s definitely not impossible to make a connection with any little that comes for a photo […]

Creating Connection in Baby Photography

March 28, 2023

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Creating connection in baby photography

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To be fully transparent, my Word of the Year *started* out as friendship…and just this morning it morphed into CONNECTIONS. I’m on the verge of tears again as I type this because it’s just amazing how pouring into people and truly connecting reaps such benefits, over and over, to everyone involved. This blog post virtually […]

Word of the Year | Connections

March 7, 2023

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Family photos that show connections

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A wonderful mentor and new friend recently closed her photography studio and gave me first pick of her props and outfits (and backdrops and headbands and…it was a wonderful haul). It was a huge honor that she thought of me first because she is someone I’ve really looked up to throughout this photography journey of […]

Props and Outfits

February 9, 2023

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brown lattice knit overalls

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Well, I had a different experience today…I photographed a non-sitting sitter. What is that, you ask? Well, it is just what it sounds like –> sitter session with a baby who is not yet sitting. Okay, well, why, Liz? (Lots of commas in that sentence, not even sure if some of them are correct and, […]

A Non-Sitting Sitter Session??

October 14, 2022

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non-sitting sitter lays on belly for portraits

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Today we’re going to talk Bucket List Photo Locations. I’ve been in business since March of 2017 so I’ve done a LOT of photo sessions. When you’re first starting out, you shoot anywhere that the client wants. Oh, I’ve shot in so many places that I look back on now and shake my head at. […]

Bucket List Photo Locations

September 20, 2022

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bucket list photo locations - boardwalk surrounded by beach grasses

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As a former postpartum and newborn nurse, breastfeeding is near and dear to my heart and, at every opportunity, I offer breastfeeding photo sessions. I breastfed all three of my children for at least a year each. It was the most precious connection to share during that time and, often, I think back and kick […]

Breastfeeding Photo Sessions

September 13, 2022

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breastfeeding in egg chair

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Today we’re going to talk about when you should reschedule your photo session. I have to be honest here…I’m not one of those hard core, heavy duty photographers who will shoot in tornados and gale force winds and epic snow storms. That’s just not my style and I know that about myself. My clients know […]

When to Reschedule Your Photo Session

August 9, 2022

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beautiful posed newborn baby girl

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How does one go about finding the BEST baby photographer? That’s a question that many a pregnant momma has asked herself and the answer isn’t quite as easy as you’d think, due to the plethora of baby photographers in the DMV area. There are a lot of things to consider but here are some things […]

How To Find the Best Baby Photographer (For You)

May 10, 2022

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laughing baby, best baby photographer

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Hooray! You’ve booked a sitter session with Liz Viernes Photography! I’m so excited to meet you and my goal is for you to be 100% satisfied with your decision to hire me. In order to prepare for baby’s sitter session, you’ve got some decisions to make! During our consult call, we’ll talk about a number […]

Prepare for Baby’s Sitter Session

February 22, 2022

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prepare for baby's sitter session - baby on white bed

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So you’re trying to find a photographer? Welcome! My goal is to serve my clients to their 100% satisfaction. If you’re not satisfied, my job’s not done. So, how to tell that we’re a good fit? Let’s chat about it! #1 Find a Photographer Based on Image Packages One way to find a photographer and […]

5 Ways We’re a Good Fit

January 25, 2022

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a good fit - newborn portrait session