Renee Whiting/Nana's Empty Nest » Newborn

Bryson-Take One

Renee Whiting — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 03:26:37 +0000

Little Stinker……did not want to sleep for his newborn session. Doesn’t he know that at only 9 days old you are supposed to sleep all the time? We finally settled for just a few family shots and will do “take two” another day when he is nice and milk drunk!

Meet my newest great nephew, Bryson. Isn’t he just the cutest!!

Doesn’t he look just like Daddy??

Sadie and Sam

Renee Whiting — Wed, 12 Oct 2011 01:44:21 +0000

I absolutely fell in love with this family. Seriously, I could have stayed all day! Even as I looked around their home, I kept thinking, ‘wow, this feels like my house.” In fact, I think I kept saying, “I have that couch, those dishes, etc.” Lot and lots of similarities and you combine that with how sweet this family was and really, I think I’ve made new friends! At the end of the session J even sent me home with a bag of apples from their trees and then emailed me her Mama’s apple cake recipe. See, I think I’m family. Now don’t get me wrong, I love the apples, but hmmmm, they are berry farmers and if it had been berry season………….maybe next time.

Enjoy your little sneak peek!

Sadie was 4 weeks old the day of her session, slightly older than the average newborn session, but once Mama got her to sleep, we were able to move her in and out of props and keep her sleeping. She is so adorable and definitely going to be the princess in this family!

And Sam, what a boy he is! Cute as a button, kind, caring, respectful, yet all boy. He even showed me that he can drive his own little 4-wheeler around! Seriously, Sam, you’re only 3! Dad says since he was big enough to reach to pedal he was driving. I guess that’s what happens when you’re a farmers son. Look how sweet he is with his baby sister.

Sweet Baby Leela~Santa Cruz Newborn Photographer

Renee Whiting — Fri, 23 Sep 2011 05:58:00 +0000

Between me being out of town and big brother going to pre-school, it took a while to finally get this session on the books, but even at 3 1/2 weeks old, Baby Leela was as sweet and good as can be! She is perfectly adorable! Congratulations N & K, on the sweet addition to your already beautiful family! I enjoyed our day together!

XOXO

Aunt Ne

And sometimes, even when an image isn’t technically perfect, it speaks a thousand words.

A Father’s Love~Santa Cruz Newborn Photographer

Renee Whiting — Mon, 29 Aug 2011 19:55:04 +0000

The title says it all!

A Father’s Love. A love for his wife. His country. His job. And his newborn son.

I have always loved this song, it about bring tears every time I hear it, so I thought I’d link it into the post.

I know they have a few years before they go out for their first Happy Meal together, but remember Dads, you are the best role model your sons will ever have. They are watching you.

Baby J~Santa Cruz Newborn Photographer

Renee Whiting — Sun, 07 Aug 2011 05:06:21 +0000

Baby J was sweet as could be, not sleepy, but oh so sweet! Try and try as her Mama and I tried, she was insistent on staying awake throughout most of the session. Newborn sessions are definitely on the babies schedule!!

Here’s a little sneak peek of Jocelyn’s session, I hope you enjoy!

And Mommy and Daddy having a tender moment with their new baby girl!

Baby Gigi~Santa Barbara Newborn Photographer

Renee Whiting — Thu, 23 Jun 2011 06:50:49 +0000

There is only one good reason that it has taken me so long to get this blog post up……well, really three reasons. Baby Gigi, her big brother Beckett and their cousin Leigh Leigh.Three of the best reasons I know to spend all day playing and cuddling, going to the park and the pool, singing and dancing, reading stories and lots and lots of hugs and kisses!! I have been in Nana heaven for the last three weeks!!

Baby Gigi was born two weeks ago, just three days after big brother’s 2nd birthday! She weighed in at one ounce smaller than her brother at a healthy 8lbs. 11oz.

Here’s a little preview of our sweet Baby Gigi! There were a few more I wanted to share, but they’re going on the announcement so I’ll wait until those are mailed out before I share.

And Big Brother enjoying a little “pop” motivation before we attempted our sibling shots

Sweet Baby Boy!~Santa Cruz Newborn Photographer

Renee Whiting — Sun, 29 May 2011 16:53:37 +0000

Finally, a boy! I’m not sure why it is, but my “baby” clients are mostly girls?!?! I think it must have to do with my collections of tutus, hairbows and anything pink! But finally, the most precious of baby boys came to see me! Just look at all his dark hair and his luscious little lips!! (ok Brit, don’t tell him I said that when he’s a teenager). I was lucky enough to get to see him two days in a row. His Mama does my hair and the day after his session, they came over for coffee, baby cuddles and to “wash away my gray.” Thank you, I needed that!

Enjoy your little sneak peek and I’ll finish up your gallery just as soon as I can.

I’m not posting my fav quite yet, as I think they might want to use it on their birth announcement and I don’t want to ruin the surprise. It’s pretty cute!!

Sweet Perfection!~Santa Cruz Newborn Photographer

Renee Whiting — Sun, 29 May 2011 06:11:56 +0000

Except for not wanting to sleep, Prestley was (is) perfect in every way!! Seriously the sweetest of little ones that you could just love on all day long!

Three Girl Family~Santa Cruz Children Photographer

Renee Whiting — Fri, 20 May 2011 22:33:16 +0000

I stepped back in time a few years (okay, lots of years) when this “three girl” family walked into the studio. Yes, I will admit to being partial, since I raised three daughters, but just look at how cute they are and I’m sure you’ll agree with me……. “three girls” is the best!

Jill, thank you so much for sharing your sweet daughters with me! They are all adorable and I can’t wait for them to come back so we can play “dress up.” I might even join you for ice cream next time And, I hope you now have nothing but positive memories of having professional photos taken of the girls!

Enjoy your little sneak peek and I’ll get the rest of your gallery edited just as soon as I can.

Charlee Paige~Santa Cruz Newborn Photographer

Renee Whiting — Fri, 20 May 2011 16:56:00 +0000

What an adorable name for the sweetest of little girls!! I just love it!! Congratulations on your little blessing and thank you for bringing her to me for her newborn photos!

When I was told that they were bringing Daddy’s dirt bike helmet, I was expecting something rather battered and dirty. Nope, Dad pulls out this helmet in pristine condition! Perfectly clean………until Charlee decided to pee-pee in it! Ooops, sorry Dad! But we’re even, since the pee then dribbled onto my barefoot!

Is she going to be a Daddy’s girl or what??