• How I’m Keeping the Studio Safe | Frederick Maryland Newborn Photographer | Katie Ballantine Photography

    April 4, 2021 /

    COVID-19 is here and certainly creating concerns in all areas of life these days. Running a safe studio has always been a top priority of mine, and it’s even more important now that a new virus is here changing our lives. Here are just a few ways I’m working to keep myself and my clients safe. Vaccinated I believe the best way I can keep myself, my family, and my wonderful clients safe is to be vaccinated against diseases. I get all of my vaccines and am also vaccinated against COVID-19. Data is showing that vaccinated individuals do not pass the virus onto others. Vaccinated people also do not need…

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  • What Do We Wear to a Newborn Session? | Frederick Newborn Photographer | Katie Ballantine Photography

    March 28, 2021 /

    One of the most common questions I receive is “What do we wear to our newborn session?”. Often times, parents are thinking they need to find a bunch of cute outfits for their newborn, which is the last thing they have time to be doing! And the thought of multiple outfits and outfit changes is a nightmare. Well, I have good news! The answer is, your baby needs NOTHING for their newborn session with me! SAY WHAT?! My style of newborn photography is very organic and neutral, and the best thing your baby can wear, is absolutely nothing. Of course, bring them dressed in something in the car to keep…

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  • What to Expect at My Toddler’s Portrait Session | Frederick Child Photographer | Katie Ballantine Photography

    March 14, 2021 /

    When you think of your toddler’s upcoming portrait session, are you filled with joy and excitement… Or is it more like fear, anxiety, and breaking out in cold sweats? As parents, I think we always tend to worry our little one won’t behave or won’t smile for the camera, or will drive the photographer crazy. Well, have no fear! At Katie Ballantine Photography, toddler sessions are FUN. Yes, you read that correctly. Your little one may take a few moments to warm up, but the studio is a place where kids end up enjoying themselves. We play with blocks, look out windows, dance, sing, and even play peek-a-boo! If your…

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  • All the Details | Frederick Baby Photographer | Katie Ballantine Photography

    February 28, 2021 /

    Detail shots will always be included during sessions with Katie Ballantine Photography. I want mamas to be able to look back in their albums or wall art and see how their babies looked, in detail, at that point in time. Lashes are definitely a favorite of mine to photograph. They are so delicate. Boys always end up with the most beautiful lashes, don’t they?

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