mr. matthew | lincoln nebraska child photographer

Next up….Matthew…the adorable, lovable, squeeze-your-cheeks-cause-you’re-so-darn-cute Matthew!  I love photographing clients again and again.  It’s so magical to watch how they change over time.  I’ve been photographing Matthew since he was just a newborn and I can’t believe how much he’s changed into…gasp….a little boy!  Matthew just turned the big ONE a couple months ago.  Where did that baby go?? *pout*

For old time sake, here’s a couple from his previous sessions…newborn and 6 months:


He still has the best lips and such great expressions…and those teeth…I LOVE little teeth!!

There is something special I love about his look and expression here…

miss claire | lincoln nebraska newborn photographer

Howdy!  Yep…still alive and kicking.  My apologies for neglecting the blog!  :)  I’ve had so many great sessions, with even more to come, so lots of updates coming soon.  The weather starting acting more like spring and *bam* requests for sessions coming out of my ears.  I’ve been loving shooting outside as the colors are SO marvelous this time of year!!

Just a few notes before we get to the photos:

— I am now booking for end of May and into June, so those interested in a session for the summer, please contact me soon to grab a spot.

— Also, fall session dates will be released to previous clients June 1st – so be on the lookout for a newsletter.  The remaining fall dates will be available for anyone to schedule end of June.  Crazy huh??  It is just spring and we’re already talking about fall photos!!

— As a side note, newborn sessions can be booked at anytime.  If you have a little one arriving Aug-Nov and are planning for a session, please contact me NOW to reserve a session time.  I’ve scheduled several babies due for Oct. and Nov. already and anticipate a busy season with families and kids as well, so please plan ahead!!  :)

…And back to the recent sessions…who better to start with than this little honey?  Miss Claire came to visit me a couple weeks ago.  She was absolutely precious and such a good little girl for her session.

A few favorites from her session…

logan kate | lincoln nebraska newborn photographer

Another beautiful baby was in to visit me this week!  I was so happy to finally get a little girlie after having a string of boys.  And she was such a little angel…tiny….and perfect….and beautiful!  And her parents were just sweet as can be too!

John & Tiffany…it was an absolute joy to meet you guys.  Thanks for allowing me to share in this special time with your family.

Meet Logan Kate….the newest member of my Bebe Plan….7 days old and just over 6 pounds…

grayson | lincoln nebraska child photographer

I was honored to be a part of Grayson turning O-N-E!  Happy (upcoming) Birthday little one!  He has changed so much from his newborn session…check out those blonde curls and blue eyes.  This family has been such a joy to work with and will always have a special place in my heart.

One from his newborn session:

And a few of my faves from his recent session!  Can you resist this cuteness??

inspiring wall displays

You’ve had your session…you have your beautiful, stunning, breathless prints in hand….and then they sit….in the box…for months!  Sound like you?  I will be entirely honest and say when I hear clients say this, it makes me cringe….and a little bit sad.   :)  I’ve been intending to make this post for a long time, and have been collecting images for this post for even longer!

I’m hoping to provide you with a little inspiration to get some ideas flowing of how you can display images in your home.  The style now is pretty much anything goes!  Easy as pie….right?  Not so much?  Photos can liven up almost any space in your home, I mean who can resist those smiling faces looking back at you every day?  It doesn’t matter if you have a little space or a lot of space, the ideas in the gallery below can be adapted to any space.  Some of the ideas don’t show actual photographs in the frames, but hopefully just the arrangements might spark some ideas.

Here are a few tips to get you going:

1. Mix and match frames for a more interesting display.  For a classic, yet contemporary gallery look, choose all black frames, but vary the frame size and thickness and/or photo and mat size.

2. Always use a mat!  Why?  Besides giving your display more of a modern “gallery” look, a mat separates the photograph from the glass and allows the print to breathe.  No mat means that over time, your photographs are likely to stick to the glass which will in turn ruin the print.

3. Don’t forget the unexpected!  Have a long skinny wall?  Or a little nook in your bathroom?  Don’t be afraid to add photos in unexpected places.  Don’t forget about kids’ bedrooms and playrooms, offices, entry ways, dining rooms…

4. Request a custom size.  Want a long skinny image for above your queen size bed?  Or a particular size for above your fireplace?  Ask for it.  Most photographers are happy to offer custom sizes to accommodate their clients.

5. As I mentioned above, anything goes.  Whether you prefer more linear or “organic” displays…there is a gallery out there that will work for everyone!  Five 16×20 frames in a horizontal row can make just as much of an impact as a display of several different size and style of frames.

6. While dreaming up your design, cut out rectangles the size of your frames (using old newspapers) and tape them to your wall to give you a visual aid to work from.  Rearrange as many times as needed.  This is especially helpful for hanging the gallery too.

7. Ask your photographer for suggestions!  We love that!   :)

Now on to the gallery of ideas!  The following images come from a little site I LOVE called DecorPad.  DecorPad is a *fabulous* website for anyone interested in interior design or people who are nosy (like me) and just like to peep at other people’s spaces.  DecorPad is full of design inspiration from popular magazines and also members who can upload images of their own spaces. You can search by room or color and with a click….POOF!…inspiration at your fingertips!  (For example, at the top choose “Photos” from the drop down menu then type “Kitchens” in the search box…BAM…beautiful kitchens!) OH!…annnnnnnnd…you might also feel the sudden urge to redecorate your entire home!

*Disclaimer: I’m NOT responsible for the ridiculous amount of time that can be sucked from your life by this website!  So proceed with caution!!  :)

Inspired??  Got some ideas?  I hope so.  Your life IS art, so get off your duff and hang those photos! ;)

A few other display inspiration sites:
Cool Photo Ideas
Pottery Barn
How to Arrange Art in an Artful Way
Martha Stewart