Posts Tagged: baby birthday portraits

pixels on paper’s favorite newborn portraits (well some of them)

Dr. Seuss would have been 112 years old on March 2 and “Oh, The Places You’ll Go” remains one of the most given books to kids of all ages. When we looked over the newborn photos we’ve taken to chose our favorites, I kept thinking about their perfect faces. The world hasn’t happened to them yet and THEY have not happened to the world. YET. So, here’s to Dr. Seuss, the great and wondrous unknown, and the impact these little creatures will have on the world. “KID, YOU’LL MOVE MOUNTAINS!”
Madelyn McGuire Newborn Photography by Pixels On Paper Portrait Photography photoCongratulations!
Today is your day.
You’re off to Great Places!
You’re off and away!

It’s opener there
in the wide open air.

Out there things can happen
and frequently do
to people as brainy
and footsy as you.Burton Family Newborn Portrait Photography photoConner Tevepaugh Newborn Photography by Pixels On Paper Portrait Photography photoSawyer Sherill Newborn Photography by Pixels On Paper Portrait Photography photoAnd then things start to happen,
don’t worry. Don’t stew.
Just go right along.
You’ll start happening too.

OH!
THE PLACES YOU’LL GO!
You’ll get mixed up, of course,
as you already know.
You’ll get mixed up
with many strange birds as you go.
So be sure when you step.
Step with care and great tact
and remember that Life’s
a Great Balancing Act.
Just never forget to be dexterous and deft.
And never mix up your right foot with your left.Hatfield Newborn Photography, Family portrait photography by Wilkesboro NC Photographers Pixels On Paper photoWalker Prevette Newborn Photography by Pixels On Paper Portrait Photography photoOh, the places you’ll go! There is fun to be done!
There are points to be scored. There are games to be won.
And the magical things you can do with that ball
will make you the winning-est winner of all.
Pixels on Paper Photography Newborn portrait photography photos
Holden Gray Newborn Photography by Pixels On Paper Portrait Photography photo Ivy Myers Newborn Photography by Pixels On Paper Portrait Photography photoYou’ll be on your way up!
You’ll be seeing great sights!
You’ll join the high fliers
who soar to high heights.
Ivy Myers Newborn Photography by Pixels On Paper Portrait Photography photoOn and on you will hike,
And I know you’ll hike far
and face up to your problems
whatever they are.Arnold Newborn Photography by Pixels On Paper Portrait PhotographyKID, YOU’LL MOVE MOUNTAINS!
So… be your name Buxbaum or Bixby or Bray
or Mordecai Ali Van Allen O’Shea,
You’re off the Great Places!
Today is your day!
Your mountain is waiting.
So…get on your way!
Pixels on Paper Newborn Photography photo
We love family portraits whether they are set in the studio, the great outdoors, a specific location like the mountains or high country, or on our property in our outdoor portrait garden.
Pixels on Paper photographs babies and kids, engagements and weddings, brides and special events and portraits of all kinds in our Wilkesboro, NC studio. We would be honored to meet with you, learn about you and your family and be a part of taking special portraits that will become, we hope, family heirlooms.

Brock turns one and celebrates in our outdoor portrait garden

“The best laid plans of mice and men often go awry.” We scheduled this outdoor shoot months in advance and planned a large number of portraits with Master Brock to celebrate his first trip around the sun. And Mother Nature shook her head and said, “sorry, guys.” It poured rain.

Brock's 12 month baby photography, pixels on paper studio family portrait photography photo

We first met sweet Brock as a newborn in 2014 when his parents Becky and Jackson brought him from South Carolina to our Wilkesboro studio. He wasn’t as big as a minute, but grinned in one of our first, and favorite, shots of him. We saw them again for his 6 month session and he was even smilier. That hasn’t changed. He’s a happy kid.

Brock's 12 month baby photography, pixels on paper studio family portrait photography photo

Check out Brock’s mini work boots!!

Brock's 12 month baby photography, pixels on paper studio family portrait photography photo

“mmmmmmmmmmmmmmm…………. SPRINKLES.”

Because we don’t pull a switch-a-roo with families who make arrangements months ahead and then travel to us, we LOVE having the backup options we do. These outdoor photos of Brock were taken on our covered front porch while the rain was coming down. When there was a slight break in the rain, we used a wagon rather than plopping in onto the wet ground. The lush green of the yard ultimately made a perfect backdrop for this little dude in his plaid shirts and work boots.
Brock's 12 month baby photography, pixels on paper studio family portrait photography photoBrock's 12 month baby photography, pixels on paper studio family portrait photography photo Brock's 12 month baby photography, pixels on paper studio family portrait photography photoFor those who don’t know us – YET – we converted a piece of property and restored a farm house that is 162 years old. We’ve spent hours, days and weeks on every square inch of the studio both inside and out, creating spaces everywhere than can be used for photos. We have even more plans for creating portrait scenes in our outdoor portrait garden for 2016! Whether you have a little one or two (or 3) you want photoed outside, or creative maternity portraits shot, or are newly engaged, please get in touch. We’d love to get to know you and work with you whether it’s at our studio or at a location you love.
Brock's 12 month baby photography, pixels on paper studio family portrait photography photo

the journey of Carson ~ a one year old of style, substance and bringer of smiles

So, I’m just going to throw this out there. You’re having a sub-par day. Maybe it’s work. Maybe it’s traffic. Or it’s your spouse or kids or the news of the world. But you need a pick-me-up and cute cat and dog videos won’t cut it.
We humbly submit Carson’s first birthday photos along with pics of him from the very beginning. We anticipate these will goose your day up by at least 5 levels.Carson Mathis one year portrait photography photoOutdoor one year old child portrait photos and cake smash in Yadkin Valley NC by Wilkesboro NC family photographers Pixels On Paper Photography. ©2015 Pixels On Paper Photography http://www.pixelsonpaper.net Do not copy, print, crop or remove watermark.Outdoor one year old child portrait photos and cake smash in Yadkin Valley NC by Wilkesboro NC family photographers Pixels On Paper Photography. ©2015 Pixels On Paper Photography http://www.pixelsonpaper.net Do not copy, print, crop or remove watermark.We talk about relationships a lot, because they are important to us, so I’m going to refrain from waxing on. EXCEPT TO SAY THIS: as it is with proposals, engagements and weddings where we learn about and bond with a couple, so it goes with new parents. We take the maternity photos, the newborn portraits, the 6 month milestone and then baby’s first birthday. Often, couples who hire us to take engagement and wedding photos stick with us when the kiddies come along. (Please ask about our package for this situation!) We started photographing Carson when he was still “baking in the oven” and his parents, Megan and Luke wanted some maternity shots taken on their family farm. Their farm is the real thing, by the way. They are no posers, these two, and it is land that has been worked for generations. ….. but that’s another blog.
Mathis Maternity Photography, Family portrait photography by Wilkesboro NC Photographers Pixels On Paper photoAfter Carson’s perfect little feet hit the planet, we got the below and more. If your day hasn’t improved and you need more unadulterated sweetness – have a look!
Mathis Newborn Photography, Family portrait photography by Wilkesboro NC Photographers Pixels On Paper photoAt six months, the cheeks arrived, along with a trunk of hats, pants and bow ties from his tailor in London. See more. And you’re welcome. He’s hilariously cute.
Mathis Family Spring outdoor portrait photography photoAnd now, he’s one. He’s not driving a pick-up pulling a trailer – yet. He’s not looking at acreage and making planting decisions – yet. But he’s held on to his sweetness big time and it won’t be long before All Things Land fall on his radar. For this occasion – he was looking dapper, smashing his cake and enjoying his day.
Carson Mathis one year portrait photography photoCarson Mathis one year portrait photography photo Carson Mathis one year portrait photography photo Carson Mathis one year portrait photography photo

Enjoy this slideshow video of Carson’s entire photo gallery.

one year in the life of a one year old girl – 1st birthday lemonade stand (and the vendor is a diva…)

It started here. She hit the planet in a cute bomb. We added the feathered head band and props, but she brought the pout, the languid body language, the laser-focused eyes and bored expression. Someone 20 times her age could never have pulled off that look without some coaching. Miss Ivy would have shaken it out of her sleeve – if only she’d had one.
Ivy Myers Newborn Photography by Pixels On Paper Portrait PhotographyAnd then THIS happened. 6 months passed and her cuteness turned to a pensive longing for a purpose in life. Just look at her expression. What on earth is she dreaming about? What is she plotting? Or is she remembering the good times …. all 6 months of them?Ivy Myers 6 months child and family portrait photography by Pixels On Paper Portrait PhotographyAnd this.Ivy Myers 6 months child and family portrait photography by Pixels On Paper Portrait PhotographyThen Ivy crept up on her first birthday and her parents, Kim & Justin Myers, had a plan. They designed a lemonade stand themed birthday party complete with stand, sign and big jar of lemons. When we heard their plan and saw cell phone photos, I insisted that we also use it in Ivy’s one year portrait session. We moved from our indoor portrait studio to our outdoor portrait garden in order to grab the best lighting and have fun with all the props. The kid is a natural.
Quick aside: Please know that we don’t mind if parents bring their own props. We want you to get as much use out of them as possible and coordinating is always fun. Ultimately, I bought the lemonade stand set up. It had to be done. It was just too cute and I know some of you parents out there can picture your babies and kids playing in it for their upcoming portrait sessions.

Pixels On Paper Photography One Year Birthday Cake Smash Child and Family Photographers Photo

Ivy Myers 12 months child and family portrait photography by Pixels On Paper Portrait PhotographyIvy Myers 12 months child and family portrait photography by Pixels On Paper Portrait PhotographyThis kid is all about pink AND sugar AND dress up. The tutus have become sort of expected with little girls and with Ivy, the headbands. She also loves pop music, but don’t we all? The lemonade stand theme was perfect for her personality. You sort of want to dip a big ladle into a bowl and come up with this little creature floating in pink sugar and tart pulp.

Ivy Myers 12 months child and family portrait photography by Pixels On Paper Portrait Photography

Ivy Myers 12 months child and family portrait photography by Pixels On Paper Portrait Photography

Still Life with Ivy & Cake

Ivy Myers 12 months child and family portrait photography by Pixels On Paper Portrait Photography photoYear one is in the books. Actually, it is. We created a custom photo book for the Myers to enjoy, share and show Ivy when she’s older. We had five (5) sessions with Ivy during her first year, and we are already planning and have scheduled year number 2.