Top 10 Fresh 48 Shots to Get of Your Newborn

The first hours, days, and weeks after your baby's arrival are a whirlwind of precious, fleeting moments. As a boutique full-service newborn photographer in Southwest Missouri, I understand how incredibly important it is to preserve these memories. During your planning consultation with me, we'll often discuss the upcoming labor and postpartum period and the images you'll cherish most from the delivery room, birthing center, or your own home.

Today, I'm sharing my top recommendations for those crucial first newborn photos. These tips will help you guide your partner, family, or doula in capturing the magic of your baby's earliest days.

Barbara NeelyMarch 17, 2025fresh48, newborn, tips, shotlistComment

Wardrobe Guide for Professional Headshots

In a world where first impressions are often made online, a striking and professional headshot is a valuable asset. Whether you're updating your LinkedIn profile, creating a business website, or preparing for a professional event, your headshot can speak volumes about your personality and competence. To ensure you capture the essence of your professional self, careful preparation and thoughtful wardrobe choices are essential. Here's a comprehensive guide on how to prepare for your professional headshots and what to wear to leave a lasting impression.

what to wearBarbara NeelyDecember 6, 2023headshots, commercial, tips, how to prepare, what to wearComment

Top 5 Locations for Senior Pictures in Springfield, Missouri

Choosing the right location for your senior pictures is a crucial step in creating portraits that are unique and personal to you. Each location option offers a different vibe that can enhance the storytelling aspect of your senior photos. Consider your interests, passions, and the places that hold sentimental value as you select the perfect backdrop for your senior year memories. These five fantastic locations in and around Springfield, Missouri, just might serve as the perfect backdrop for your senior pictures.

senior photographyBarbara NeelyNovember 30, 2023locations, senior pictures, inspiration, featured, tipsComment

🎓 Senior Portrait Session Essentials Checklist! 📸✨

Getting ready for your upcoming senior portrait session? Make sure you pack these must-have items to look and feel your best!

A Mom's Guide to Senior Year

Over the last 18 or so years you have dedicated everything in your life to shaping a human, bringing them to this moment: high school graduation. They are about to be adults. YOU get credit for how amazing they are. You're proud, excited and maybe a little sad they won't need you anymore. Or, maybe you're worried. Worried they aren't ready to handle life's every day challenges of separating whites and colors!

senior photographyBarbara NeelyJune 10, 2020moms guide, senior year, survival, advice, welding, tipsComment

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