Organic Portraiture

  • 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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  • Naturally Posed Newborns

    February 1, 2021 /

    Why I Use Natural Posing For Newborns Newborn photography has become one of my favorite types of sessions.  I have been photographing newborns now for over 10 years, and I LOVE it.  During this time, I took numerous posing workshops, lighting workshops, read about techniques, and practiced… a lot!  I am very comfortable with newborns (and even have three children of my own).  I know how to soothe them, I know how to pose them, and I know how to do all of this safely.  However; now I’ve moved to naturally posed and unposed newborn sessions.  Here are a few keywords to help explain why… TIMELESS I truly believe that…

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