Julie Harrell: Photographer

I wouldn’t describe myself as someone who specializes in newborn photography, but I do love each opportunity I get to photograph a brand new baby! If I had my own studio and my own babies were a little bit more self sufficient I think I could shoot babies for the rest of my days. There are a few times I feel genuinely blessed as a photographer, and being asked to shoot a brand new baby and a wedding are the two times I am humbly honored with every inquiry. Noah was a joy to nuggle, I could have held him all day. His big sister, grandparents and mom and dad won’t deny how perfect he is. Congratulations Glass family on the new addition! I’m excited for your growing family.

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Little baby Emersyn is pure perfection. She did all the things a newborn photographer prays for the day of a shoot. She was wonderful to hold, I sometimes had a hard time putting her down as I changed out props and settings. You know the invigorating feeling of watching fireworks every time 4th of July roll around? The awe of the lights and booms, no matter how many times you’ve seen them? I have similar feelings with newborns. No matter how many times I see one I’m constantly saying, “I can’t believe how small he/she is!” I’m in awe at their tiny features and their super light weight When I came home to Juliet, who I still picture as a newborn, she seemed more like a big kid than a 7th month old. Its amazing how fleeting those first few weeks are. That window of time is almost magical… well if you consider being delusional and the blur of sleep deprived a form of magic. Either way its one of the most incredible occasions shared between a parent and child. Even though it seems like a hazing into parenthood, its beyond words. I’m privileged to capture a few moment of those weeks and blessed to hold such beautiful life with newborns sessions, and this session with Emersyn was as perfect as she!

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Talen is the first newborn I’ve photographed since having Juliet. In fact I don’t think I’ve even held another newborn since she was born, making me more susceptible to my self proclaimed NPOS: “newborn photographer overholding syndrome” Talen is adorable, and even though he only wanted to sleep in mom or dad’s arms, his awake photos are to die for with his amazing blue eyes. I was so surprised at how blue they were at such a young age. He’ll be a heartbreaker no doubt!

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I had always said I could never “do” twins. As in having my own. Just the thought of caring for 2 babies was enough to zap my energy. After spending a few hours with Annie and Violet I immediately called Chris and said, “I WANT TWINS!” They were so perfect, sleepy, and seeing how much they already were bonded made me teary-eyed. The first picture of them makes me teary eyed too, Its like Annie is gently saying to Violet, “I’m always here.” (OK, you can chalk a lot of emotion to my last weeks of pregnancy, but these two little girls are incredibly precious). Annie and Violet will be blessed with many years of great photos as their mom, Rachel, is also a photographer. She has some beautiful images of the twins already, and I love it when she posts them on facebook! Here are the twins from my first ever “twin newborn” session.

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Oooh, look what I got in the mail a couple weeks ago (I know, I’m backed up on blogging, its summer though)! Little Ava’s announcements turned out sooooo perfect. Since her name signifies a bird, it seemed fitting to add a little pop of color on the modern yet whimsical styled card. I love the simplicity of it, but I think my favorite part of the whole announcement is Ava’s waiving “Hello World!” to everyone. How cute is she?! These were printed 5×7, and were super glossy with a UV coating. You would really have to see it and hold it to get the full feel of these announcements, but here are a couple pics to share. Next week I’ll be in Walla Walla shooting a beautiful wedding, and after I return home I get to do my very first twin newborn session! I cannot wait to meet Annie and Violet In the meantime I have some fun blog posts in the making, Madeline’s birthday party and 7 year old photos, and a gorgeous senior! Can’t wait to share it all. Have a great weekend!

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Ohio took me for week when I visited one of my best friends ever, Justine, and her husband Matt, and new baby Ava Marie. While there we took a lackadaisical Sunday afternoon to capture Ava’s newborn cuteness on “film.” Thanks to the Buckeye state’s wonderfully warm late spring weather, we shot the whole shoot outside under their screened in front porch. It was the first time I did a newborn shoot outside, and it was fresh and inspiring to do so! Here is all 5.5 pounds of Aviator!

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Look at this precious newborn baby. Abbie was 6 days new when I was able to photograph her. She was one of the most calm and sleepy babies I’ve worked with. Most of the time a newborn session is filled with a lot of holding and soothing, but Abbie just wanted to get her beauty sleep (I bet she knew she was going to be photographed). Thanks Blakely family for making the drive up to Bellingham for the session, I’m so happy to have met Abbie!

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I love this, because in the middle of Abbie’s sleep she somehow sensed her big sister was nearby, and started kicking her away! Abbie!!

These images are incredible to me. No, not because I was the person behind the lens, but because it shows this powerful idea of an expectant mother about to hold in her arms what she carries inside. The perfect transformation and renewing from the inside to the outside. I wish I could take credit for these poses, but I cannot. I was inspired by one of my favorite photographers, Carrie Sandoval. When I saw her do a before baby after baby photo series, I just had to give it a try. Stay tuned for more newborn photos of little miss Abbie in the next few days!

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Newborn photography is wonderful. I think this because I get to hold the most precious babies in their earliest days. Sometimes when I’m soothing them to sleep, I hold them just an extra moment because, well, wouldn’t you?! They smell so pure and each feature is amazing, and even their little cries make my heart melt. Lucas Zachary Burd was no exception. He’s perfect if you ask me. I hope your heart melts at his scrumptiousness too!

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I’ve been doing a lot more newborn sessions lately, and I have to say I love it. I’ve always thought of my photography geared more towards families and weddings, but I am enjoying this shift towards newborns and maternity. There is something so special about a fresh newborn baby that lifts the soul. Seriously! I held little Jeremiah, and I thought my heart would just jump out of my chest! I don’t know if all photographers feel this way when they shoot little new babes, but I can’t get enough of them! Just take a look at this little guy!! (His big brother is pretty cute stuff too!)