BABY HENRY – GROSSE POINTE, MICHIGAN, WAYNE COUNTY – NEWBORN LIFESTYLE PHOTOGRAPHER

As a newborn photographer, it is so special to me when clients welcome me into their homes to capture this new little life that is about to change their world. It’s such a magical (ok and let’s be honest, exhausting) time. I made the switch from posed studio newborns to lifestyle newborn photography about two years ago and I have enjoyed the change so much. Both styles are such art but I am really enjoying capturing newborns in their own home. The home where they will most likely take their first steps in and say their first words.

I feel like when Henry’s parents look back at these photos 20 years from now – they will cherish them even more then they do now – because it will take them back to those very moments when Henry was brand new. The house they brought Henry home to. The nursery where momma nursed her baby and the rocking chair dad rocked his little guy to sleep. It’s what drew me to lifestyle newborn photography. I want Brandon & Jenny to look at these images and instantly remember life with Henry as a baby.

My goal as a newborn photographer is for my clients to never forget life as it once was….for my photographs to freeze time for them…so when time has passed and life has gone on and their once tiny Henry is now headed off to kindergarten…high school…college…they can look back and almost put themselves in these moments.

As a mom of five I know just how quickly time goes by. I can remember the day my oldest was born as if it were yesterday – and yet he will be nine next month. Even during the months and years of sleep deprivation that comes along with having babies and sometimes make the days feel all so long, it really goes by too quickly.

So while this post is long overdue (blogging has totally been on the back burner for me this past year – but hey it’s a new year people, new resolutions right?:)) I want to say thank you to Brandon & Jenny for welcoming me into their gorgeous home to capture this sweet time. Soak it all in. facebook4facebook6facebook7facebook11facebook16facebook24facebook28facebook35facebook37facebook38facebook45facebook46facebook48facebook50facebook53facebook59facebook61facebook62facebook63

THE BOLIN FAMILY, BRIGHTON, MICHIGAN, LIVINGSTON COUNTY – CHILDREN & FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHER

I absolutely love meeting new families. Capturing your children…your families…it truly is such an honor to me. It was so evident how deeply little Margot is loved by her parents. They were all so photogenic and we had the most gorgeous golden sun that evening. I sure am missing summer right about now…I guess I’ll have to settle for getting caught up on some of the gorgeous families I photographed this past year. Can’t wait for 2016!

BABY ROBERT, HARTLAND, MICHIGAN, LIVINGSTON COUNTY – NEWBORN LIFESTYLE PHOTOGRAPHER

It was such a joy to capture the West family and their new little love, Robert. I absolutely love lifestyle newborn sessions and capturing such ‘real life’ moments for my clients when a new family member arrives. It’s truly the sweetest thing in the world.

THE DECHEIM FAMILY, HARTLAND, MICHIGAN, LIVINGSTON COUNTY – CHILDREN & FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHER

This beautiful momma has been a blessing to me! Melissa was both my son and daughter’s kindergarten teacher and oh how she made kindergarten such a great experience for both of them. Sending my first baby off to school full time was not easy – but she made it so much easier. Last year my daughter had a rough time adjusting – but Melissa truly went above and beyond to make her feel secure and comfortable, no matter how long it took. I am so grateful!!

My gift to my kids teachers last year was a gift certificate for a free family session with me. Melissa must have thanked me a million times and told me it was the best gift EVER! I photographed her gorgeous little family the week before school started up again – and we had the most gorgeous light this evening. I’m so thankful I was able to gift them with photos – such treasures.

I think Melissa has gotten the most photos out of all my clients so far, I just had sooo many favorites! Take a look and you can see why 🙂

THE SMALE FAMILY, NOVI, MICHIGAN, OAKLAND COUNTY – CHILDREN & FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHER

I have photographed this sweet family for a few years now, and I always look forward to see my repeat clients. I love seeing how their kids have grown, and it’s fun how many of them remember me as I’ve built a relationship with them. This was my first time photographing them outdoors as a family of five and we had the most gorgeous light this evening. I have so many favorites from their session and love all the candid moments captured of the kids and their different personalities.

Thank you Smale family for using Keri Harrison Photography to capture your family all these years!! I sure love you guys 🙂 Enjoy!

THE BUTZIER FAMILY, HOWELL, MICHIGAN, LIVINGSTON COUNTY – CHILDREN & FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHER

It was so special to photograph this sweet family. This past school year my Christmas gift to my kids teachers was a gift certificate for a free family photo session with Keri Harrison Photography. Katie was my son Ethan’s 1st grade teacher this last year. He became an incredible reader in 1st grade and grew leaps and bounds having her as his teacher. I’m so thankful!!

I loved being able to capture these precious memories for their family. I know I say it often, but photos truly are such treasures. They are moments frozen in time, that will be cherished and enjoyed for generations. If you are in need of updated family photos, PLEASE find a photographer you love (ahem…. ;)) and book a session! It truly is the best investment.

Here are some of my favorites from the Butzier session. Enjoy!

THE PROFITT FAMILY – HARTLAND, MICHIGAN, LIVINGSTON COUNTY – FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHER

It was so fun to have my cousin in town visiting from Grand Rapids…so of course we HAD to set up some family photos of this sweet bunch! The last time I saw little Colton was when I went to GR and did his newborn photos, and here he was already turning six months old! Such a cute family and I just love all of these photos. Cuteness overload, I’m telling you – just look!

THE BELTZ FAMILY – HARTLAND, MICHIGAN, LIVINGSTON COUNTY – FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHER

I absolutely adored this session. A momma and her boys….there’s nothing like it! The boys were loads of fun during the session (really mom, they were ;)) and it was such a joy to be able to capture the love between these boys and their gorgeous momma! I had so many favorites from this session, here’s just a few for you to enjoy 🙂