Category Archives: Maternity Photography

Motherhood Mini Sessions: Why Every Mom Deserves to Be in the Photo

Close-up portrait of baby with blue eyes being held by smiling mom during a Connecticut motherhood mini session

There is a particular kind of irony that most mothers know well. You are the one who remembers to bring the camera. You are the one who notices the light coming through the window and grabs your phone before the moment passes. You have thousands of photos of your children: their first steps, their gap-toothed [...]

Which Photography Session Type Is Right for You?

a studio portrait of a little girl taken during a portrait session in Connecticut by children's photographer Kelli Dease

Every session I offer comes with the same foundation: full-resolution digital images, wardrobe and styling help, a complete session guide, and professional editing. What changes across my three primary session types is time, and time is what gives us flexibility, variety, and room to breathe. In this post, I'll guide you through figuring out out [...]

Mini Sessions: Are They Right for You?

a studio portrait of a little boy taken during a personality portrait mini session in Connecticut

Mini photography sessions have become one of the most searched and booked offerings in the portrait photography world, and it’s easy to see why. They’re short, focused, and typically more affordable than a full session. But mini photography sessions aren’t a one-size-fits-all solution, and booking one without understanding what you’re actually getting can lead to [...]

Why Book a Newborn Photo Package to Document Baby’s First Year?

Close up macro photo of a newborn baby's toes cradled in his father's hand

When planning maternity photos or newborn photos, many families assume they’ll book sessions one at a time. That works for some, but it’s not always the most thoughtful or cost-effective approach. If you’ve found yourself wondering why book a newborn photo package to document baby's first year instead of individual sessions, the answer often comes [...]

Glowing | Farmington, CT Maternity and Newborn Photographer

Indoor Maternity Photo Shoot Connecticut | Simple, light and airy maternity photography | Farmington, CT Maternity Photographers | CT Maternity Photography Studio |www.kellidease.com

When this gorgeous mama-to-be contacted me about maternity portraits, not only was she busy planning for the arrival of her twins, but she was in the middle of navigating an out-of-state move and commuting back and forth between her new home and her current home. Personally, I would’ve been a ball of stress, but even...