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baby poop | Enterprise Alabama Newborn Photographer

Natasha — Sat, 16 Apr 2011 13:37:18 +0000

it comes with the job. I always tell my clients not to get upset when the baby poops or tinkles on my blankets or props. It happens. At every session. And I usually get pooped on, or tinkled on. At every session. It’s just part of the job! Baby Ella wasn’t any different than any other newborn, except that she pooped on me, twice! A little spray-n-wash, and my clothes are as good as new again.

Besides, who would really mind with a face as SWEET as this?

Or all pinked out like this?

I love coming up with unique ideas for every session. No two sessions ever look the same! I’ve never seen this done before:

Or this one, the sweet Princess and the Pea:

It just so happened we were at the beach the same weekend. I wanted to do some outdoor newborn shots and what better place than the beach?

Inspired by the AMAZING Carrie Sandoval. I envisioned this totally differently but I had to work with harsh morning sun and a slanted shore line so this is what I got.

Valentine’s Day Giveaway | Enterprise Alabama Photographer

Natasha — Thu, 10 Feb 2011 23:37:20 +0000

Oops, my bad. I found out recently it’s against Facebook’s terms of service to run contests on your Facebook page UNLESS you are a big business like Nike, Coca Cola and pay them a gob of cash. Well, since that’s obviously NOT me, I’ve decided to keep giveaways and contests on my blog so my personal or business pages don’t get pulled and dumped. It’s acceptable to promote them on the Facebook but you have to drive the contest to a 3rd party source… boo. Here’s the info: http://www.facebook.com/promotions_guidelines.php

For the good stuff, I’m teaming up with Joanne Solomon, who does custom made embroidery and appliques, to give one lucky person a $25 gift certificate to purchase a sweet embroidered onesie, bloomers, or something extra cute! All you have to do is leave ONE COMMENT HERE on this post, right below, random drawing to take place Feb 15. Contest ends Feb 14, midnight CST. Only leave one comment, to be fair to everyone. Multiple entries will not be counted.

Here are some examples of her fantastic work:

And since love is in the air….

Wishing you lots of kisses, hugs, snuggles, chocolate, and love this Valentine’s Day. We don’t really celebrate this holiday. February 14th is Katie’s birthday so we celebrate her that day.

Also, stay tuned for details on my Soft and Sweet Limited Edition Mini Sessions coming up very soon!

WINNER – #17, Barbara! Congrats!

the bluest eyes ever | Enterprise Alabama Photographer

Natasha — Mon, 31 Jan 2011 22:54:41 +0000

Amazing, aren’t they? I don’t see eyes this blue all that often so I was thrilled when his mom picked this bright blue sweater to go with his beautiful blue eyes… perfect combination!

These are the true color of his eyes, no enhancing or eye photoshopping done, that looks unnatural. Anyone that knows Drake can attest to how BLUE they really are.

With his sweet, sweet Mama.

I’m pretty sure I’ve never seen this done before… fun with toilet paper!

Love, love, love these rolls! He’s so squishy, yet very solid. I enjoyed every bit of our session and since the weather cooperated we were able to get some shots outside and in my little Petit Bébé studio.

February is booked with newborns and family sessions, plus the photography class I’m teaching at the end of February. There are 3 slots open so contact me for your reservation natasha@natashachalker.com There are a few session openings in March, too, so email or call so we can set something up!

is it cold enough yet? | Enterprise Alabama Children’s Photographer

Natasha — Tue, 14 Dec 2010 01:44:38 +0000

Brrrrrrrrrrr.Rrrrr.Rrrrrrr. Goodness, what a cold snap we’re having right now. I AM NOT a fan of winter – the dry skin, cold air, chapped lips, cold air, having to wear layers of clothing, cold air, constantly being C O L D … none of it is enjoyable to me. The holidays are always a fun time but I’d much rather savor these moments wearing shorts and flip flops. Until I can move somewhere with nice and warm weather all year round, I guess south Alabama winters will have to do.

The weekend we took these it was brutally cold and windy. The kids did great though and I was reminded of one itty bitty detail about toddlers and siblings. They usually don’t like to touch! I have to think of creative ways to get kids to be in close proximity to one another and maybe even touch – but don’t let them know they’re touching! Not always so easy but usually doable.

By the way, these are the winners from my cutest kid contest from last month. Definitely some of the cutest kids I’ve seen in a really long time, if not ever!

Nothing like a little brotherly love, right?

What a beautiful family - being from Holland, they’re quite used to this bitterly, cold winter weather.

one? already?

Natasha — Mon, 11 Oct 2010 00:59:04 +0000

I can’t get over how fast these babies are growing… Here is Mr Kade, fresh and new…

And one year later… TA-DA…(I think it happened just that quickly, too)

Happy birthday, Kade! So glad I got to spend a year watching you grow!

all boy

Natasha — Sat, 01 May 2010 20:25:08 +0000

I’ve been watching this little guy grow. He is all boy, too! He got his hands in the mulch, as you can see here, and had the best time. Just like a boy! I did a pastel processing on this and I like it.

Later we noticed the dirt under his nails!

One of my favorite shots. Ever.

I could just eat him up! I love his sweet face!

mr. personality

Natasha — Wed, 24 Mar 2010 01:09:46 +0000

I can’t get over how much these babies are growing! I guess it’s a good sign….but still. Check him out! He’s already one! Here’s his sweet newborn session from last year -> Abe and look at him now, walking – man, nothing can stop him!

o.n.e.

A sweet moment with Mommy

A fun shot

how could I forget this?

Natasha — Wed, 24 Mar 2010 01:01:21 +0000

I thought I had blogged this session and didn’t. How did I forget such a handsome little guy? I am looking forward to his next session which should be just around the corner. He is growing so fast!

Is this the sweestest face or what??

a sweet face

Natasha — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 23:32:18 +0000

This entry is way over due! I know mom and entire family have been waiting for their sneak peek. I have a few other things I want to share soon as well!

It’s hard to believe this little sweetie is nearly one! Here’s her newborn session She’s just so full of personality - such a girl – as you can see here.

Only Addison could look so cute, squatting like this…

It had been warm last month when we shot these outside. What happened to that spring like weather?

The sweetest Valentine I’ve seen in a long time, don’t you think?

Every little girl needs jewelry!

lots of babies

Natasha — Sat, 05 Dec 2009 14:54:21 +0000

Chloe is growing up! Check out her newborn session from February

Would you look at those cheeks?!

John Parker is also growing and changing. He just turned one last week.

Another great family with a growing baby boy. Here’s Nicholas’ newborn session from earlier this year. I love seeing how big these babies get! It’s so remarkable!