Baby’s First Year Collective
viRIGNIA bEACH Milestone Photography
The Beauty of a Year in Portraits
A year of milestones, beautifully preserved in timeless portraiture
The first year of your baby’s life passes in a blur of firsts — first smiles, first steps, first birthday candles. The Baby’s First Year Collective is designed to help you slow down and hold onto each season through timeless portraiture.
This membership includes your choice of three to four portrait sessions: maternity, newborn, six months, and one year, creating a complete story of your baby’s growth and personality. Each session builds upon the last, capturing not just how your baby changes, but the quiet, beautiful bond that grows between you.
A Signature Experience Made Simple
As a member of the Baby’s First Year Collective, you’ll enjoy the same elevated, full-service experience my studio is known for; wardrobe guidance, professional hair and makeup for mom, and custom artwork design — with the ease of planning everything in advance.
Each session is tailored to your baby’s stage, ensuring age-appropriate posing, thoughtful styling, and a calm, baby-led experience. Between sessions, I’ll help you plan artwork that tells the story of your baby’s first year, beautifully displayed in your home.
WHATS INCLUDED
Your Baby’s First Year Collective includes:
Three to four Signature Sessions: maternity, newborn, six months, and one year
Wardrobe and styling assistance for each session
Access to professional hair and makeup for mom
Priority booking throughout your baby’s first year
Exclusive member savings on artwork and digital collections
Complimentary design appointment to plan your heirloom pieces
Designed for the Mother Who Values Legacy
This Collective was created for the mother who wants to be present and still have every meaningful detail preserved as art. It’s for families who believe their baby’s story deserves to live beyond a digital file, displayed beautifully in their home through handcrafted artwork.
By the end of your baby’s first year, you’ll have a cohesive collection of portraits designed to tell the story of their earliest chapters. Each piece will serve as a daily reminder of how small they once were and how deeply they are loved.
viRIGNIA bEACH BABY's 1st year session
frequently asked questions
When should I reserve my Collective membership?
I recommend reserving your membership during your second trimester to ensure availability for your newborn session. Because I only accept a limited number of Collective members each year, early booking allows us to plan your sessions with care and intention.
Where do the sessions take place?
All sessions are held in my studio. The space is designed for comfort and calm, with two settings: a cozy lifestyle area and an all-white, minimalist portrait space.
Can siblings or parents be included?
Yes, absolutely. While the focus is on your baby’s milestones, I always welcome parents and siblings for select portraits within each session. These images help tell the complete story of your baby’s first year and the love that surrounds them.
Do I receive digital images?
Digital images are available for purchase with artwork or as part of a collection. Most families choose both, heirloom pieces for their walls and albums, and digital images for safekeeping.
What is included with each session?
Each session includes my complete styling guidance, access to the client wardrobe, and the option for professional hair and makeup for mom. After each session, you’ll have the option to create artwork or wait until the end custom frames, albums, or prints to beautifully display your portraits.
Do I have to schedule all three sessions right away?
No. We’ll begin with your newborn session, then plan your next two sessions based on your baby’s milestones, typically around six months (when they can sit unassisted) and one year (standing or walking). I’ll reach out when it’s time to schedule the next session so everything feels effortless.
What kind of artwork can I create through the Collective?
Many families choose to design a wall gallery or a custom album that brings all three sessions together. I’ll guide you through selecting the pieces that best fit your home and style so your portraits tell a cohesive story — one that grows more meaningful with time.