• Photographs of Older Children

    Newborns, Babies, and Toddlers Newborns, babies and toddlers are often the most photographed by photographers. They change so quickly in the first few months and years that it’s important to freeze time and capture those memories to look back on. I certainly agree the newborn and toddler stages are an important time to document, but I also believe our older children deserve to be captured as they hit new milestones. Why Photograph Big Kids? I believe every child should be captured in photographs, regardless of their age. It’s important for them to see themselves on the walls and to be able to look at themselves in albums. When I see…

  • Timeless Baby Portraits | Frederick Maryland Baby Photographer | Katie Ballantine Photography

    My goal as a photographer has always been to capture the beauty that I see in the world around me. When I have your precious babies in my studio, my goal remains the same. I want to capture them purely and beautifully so that you can cherish these portraits for years to come. Photography trends come and go, but a timeless image of your baby in a neutral setting will always be beautiful. I don’t use loud props or colors in my studio because I want your baby to be the focus. My timeless style will look beautiful on any walls of your home, no matter the decor or style…

  • Getting so Old! | New Market MD Child Photographer | Katie Ballantine Photography

    Every once-in-awhile, my kids come home from school or from an activity, and something about them screams “take my portrait!”. Today when David came home from school, it was one of those times. I couldn’t believe how big my baby was getting, and his blue shirt was a perfect color for him (and a change from the graphic pokemon and Lego t-shirts he’s usually wearing). Childhood goes by so quickly. Document as much of it as you can!