Holden | Neenah Baby Photographer

I've mentioned in the past that I don't really do infant or children's photography. But this little cutie and his mamma are too cute to pass up... Little Holden was sooo cute and sooo good I could photograph him all day every day.

You might remember his mamma's maternity session last summer. I hope these two have even more kiddos to brighten the world like this little guy brightened mine that day!








Can't wait to photograph Holden's 9 month photos this summer... stay posted for more blue-eyed, chubby cheeked cuteness.

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Sweet as Pie | Baby's First Birthday

Yesterday was my darling baby girl's very first birthday. We had a fabulous "Sweet as Pie" themed party for her. Here is a sneak peak of Emerie and her beautiful birthday party spread...

Georgia | Neenah Children's Photographer

My favorites from my session with Georgia...





I photographed Georgia several times in the last 3 years. She just turned three years old in January and is in love with all things pretty. It was a blast to photograph her again!

Lights, camera... | Neenah Children's Photography

Action!

Drew was such a good boy while I was testing my lighting setup in my studio last weekend.



I have some cute shots in the processing cue of a wonderful little fairy from Mequon.

Mr. February

This year I did personalized gifts for all my family members - what a hit! These cute 4x6 custom designed calendars are now available and great gift ideas. You can have them designed with your engagement photos, wedding photos, high school senior photos... the ideas are endless.

Each month is printed as a 4x6 and can be displayed in a traditional frame, an acryllic frame. We have ours in a magnetic frame on our fridge!

Contact us at the studio for more information!

Family Fun! | Neenah Lifestyle Photography

This is my third time photographing this lovely family! I cannot believe how much the boys have grown over the years. We lucked out with beautiful weather and gorgeous light for their fall family session.

Happy Fall! | Neenah Lifestyle Photography

Last week I had the chance to photograph my kiddos. Emerie turned 6 months and Drew turned 4 years in September. They did surprisingly well - Drew wore what I set out for him and Emerson didn't cry too much. It is so hard to photograph your own kids. First off, you have to hide your face behind the camera... babies and kids like to see their mommy - so I play a lot of Peek-a-Boo. Secondly, there is a huge standard that you need to live up to... I'm pretty hard on myself to get things to be perfect.

I'm so happy with the images. Here are a few that I thought would brighten your day.

Maternity - Ardent style

It's been crazy here at Ardent Photography! Since I last blogged I've moved into my Milwaukee Boudoir studio, hired a part-time employee, got Emerson baptized and even found time for a short vacay with the family.

I don't usually do maternity portraits... but if a past client calls with news that they are expecting I cannot turn them away! Katie was one of my first sessions that I shot in my studio in Milwaukee. We shot part of the session in the studio and the second half on the streets and in a baby boutique in the Third Ward.

Their little guy is due any day now. I wish for them a quick and complication-free delivery!

2010 High School Senior Photograpy - sneak peak

This year's sessions rocked! This year's senior sessions sold out quickly... but those who where able to get in will have some pretty amazing photos!

I had a blast photographing these awesome kids. Stay tuned for a full blog post with a ton of photos...

Baby Ava :: a newborn portrait

I was contacted by little Ava's grandma weeks before she was even born. She wanted a special and uniquely artistic gift to give to the parents-to-be. We were able to schedule the newborn session only 3 weeks after her birth.

I love photographing babies between 2 and 3 weeks of age. They are the perfect size to do many beautiful and artistic shots. This little girl just broke my heart with her beautiful lips.


Ava's father is in the Army and they thought it would be a nice touch to include his dog tags and jacket. The look on the baby's face is the cutest most expressive face I've seen!


Here are some of my favorites...
What a tiny heart breaker!

Portrait sessions are limited. If you would like to schedule a newborn, family or senior portrait session please email the studio at info[at]ardentphoto[dot]com for more information and availability.

Baby Georgia - Neenah Baby and Child Photography

My best friend Joey (Jocelyn) came up for a very special portrait session earlier this month. Her little baby just turned one and it was time for some awesome photos.

You might remember me doing her newborn session in their Milwaukee home last year. I designed custom baby announcements that were printed on linen paper...

Well little Georgia Grace has changed quite a bit. Here are some favs from the session. Enjoy!

This is a girl who loves shoes... and it was one of her very first words. I'm sure she makes mommy proud!

Cute dress Georgia wore for her first birthday - her daddy bought it while he was in China

We finished off the session with a trip to the library - one-year-old 's love books!

Congratulations Joey and Josh on a beautiful little girl!

Baby Mae - a teaser...

Baby Mae is the daughter of Theresa and Andy... a 2007 wedding couple of mine. I was invited to spend the morning with Theresa and little Mae and photograph them at their home.

Their home in Neenah was the perfect setting for a baby portrait session. They had great light and great decor. Most of all I was happy to see Theresa and Andy become parents - welcome to the amazing world of raising children!!!



More images to come!!!

Every Little Moment...

In 2008 I had the great pleasure of meeting for the first time Samantha and Aubrey at WPPI in Las Vegas. We shared a room together and got all dolled up and went to parties. I learned a lot about the two ladies and knew I wanted to someday shoot beside them.

In October I had a double header wedding weekend that required a second shooter. They were available and I flew them out to shoot with me that weekend. They helped shoot the weddings of Lizzie and Mike as well as Kathy and Jeremiah.

Of course they stayed a few extra days and we were able to do some fun photo sessions (and girlie stuff like makeup at the MAC counter and pedicures). Here are two of my favorites of them... and if you look a couple posts down you can see their work on our New Year's Day cards.

Samantha Nicole Johnson

Aubrey Robison

Please check out their blog and website at www.everylittlemomentphotography.com

Lights... Camera... Action!

Tyler is an actor in Hollywood, CA. During his trip to Wisconsin I was able to get him in for a session. It was neat to see him all grown up. I taught him when I was a dance teacher... looks like dance training pays off in acting!!!

These are some of my favorites from the session... all of these shots were done in my home studio.





The goal was to give Tyler a variety of looks. He can be use different looks for different casting calls. I had a blast tying new backgrounds and lighting techniques with Tyler - hope he gives me credit when he makes it big time!