Rachel Absher Photography | Central Florida, Tampa and Orlando, Modern, Photojournalism, Child, Newborn, Family, Engagement, and Wedding Photographer

I love this family. Annie, the oldest, is a little shy at first. Once you get her talking, you see how full of life she is. Her eyes almost close when she smiles during a giggle (kind of like mine do.) I love that! Kaylee, she’s the #2 child. She’s curious and animated (just like my second child.) She likes to give compliments. She notices details (like my hair being curly rather than straight.) I love that! Cason is #3, the first boy. He’s sensitive and full of compassion. He’s soft spoken (at least when I’m around). He’s thoughtful. (He gave me a very special gift he made.) And he LOVES his mama. I love that! Declan is the miracle that has made this family complete. He shares a birthday with his big brother. Though I don’t know his personality yet, I do know he gives the best snuggles. (I made sure to steal MANY!) I love that!

“S” Family, I can’t tell you how blessed I feel to have shared in so many of your special moments. Thank you for adding even more joy to my job.

I have been awaiting Miss Bayleigh’s arrival for quite some time. I have to say I love photographing summer babies. I love taking them outside in the summer heat, seems to calm newborns down right away and put them right to sleep. Bayleigh was amazing. She slept the whole time without so much as a peep. I swear all these newborns are giving me baby fever. Uh-oh! Did I just say that?!

Did I mention I love baby yawns. Sigh.

Bayleigh’s room has birds in it, hence the nest. This photo reminds me so much a little baby bird. Isn’t she just the sweetest thing you ever did see?!

Such a sweet big brother. Just two short years ago I photographed him as a newborn. Mama, next time I may just take him home with me so we can blow bubbles ALL day!

I have been awaiting sweet Declan’s arrival for quite some time. I’ve photographed his family a few times. I’ve gotten to know them and I can’t tell you how much Declan was longed for. He is surrounded with love from his mommy and daddy and big brother and sisters. He is a miracle, a beautiful miracle. I feel honored and privileged to have been a part of this family’s most special moments. The have become close to my heart and I as I celebrate with them this new life, I am thankful that they chose me to capture them, their love for each other, their most intimate moments.
Thank you, *S* family!

Newborn sessions make me smile. I love the smell of a newborn, their little noises as they eat, how they breathe when they sleep. I love their tiny hands and feet, their wispy hair. I am in awe of the miracle of life every time I have the opportunity to photograph these sweet little babies.

Meet the W Family. I had such a great time playing with Mr. R while mom tried to get his new baby sister to sleep. His giggle was contagious and made me smile. Sweet baby girl didn’t want to sleep for the first part of the session. However, towards the end she fell fast asleep and I was able to capture some precious shots of her in her mama’s baby carriage.
P.S. Did I mention how much I love all things vintage and shabby?!

Thank you, W family, for welcoming me into your home. Thank you for letting me cuddle sweet J. She is beautiful and I can see just how much you love her. Thank you for the opportunity to play with my new friend, R. We had a great time! I will be in touch when your slideshow is ready.

Each newborn session is unique. Each baby responds to things differently. Some will sleep through everything, from noises to me moving them and curling them up into those sweet little poses. Others like to to stay awake during the session and take in all the new things their little eyes can see. Newborn sessions take a lot of patience and involve many breaks for feedings, cuddles, etc. I always like to get in my little cuddles with them too.

If you are considering having your newborn photographed, try to schedule your session within the first two weeks of birth. Newborns can still curl up like they did in the womb and often sleep more, especially within the first few days of birth. (Okay, except for at night when you parents are trying to get your rest.) If you would like portraits of your newborn without clothing, please remember to get your home nice and toasty before the session. For those of you who live in Florida, you are probably raising your eyebrows at the thought of this. However, most newborns don’t like to have their clothes off. If they feel nice and warm they usually will sleep through it. Often times I will find a shady spot and ask if we can bring baby outside. The Florida heat seems to put newborns to sleep pretty quickly.