WHY MOMS NEED TO GET IN THE PICTURE...AND WHY IT IS SO HARD

The Struggle to Get in Front of the camera

When Rufus was almost a year old I scheduled family photos to be taken with the ever lovely Lora Grady. I ended up postponing those pictures for a week. One week turned into two, turned into three. Suddenly it was a month later and I still didn’t feel ready. I was waiting to lose weight, see if my thin hair would thicken back up, have the perfect outfit. I was waiting for a magic day when I would feel great about myself. I am lucky my photographer was also by bff, and she gently encouraged me (ie forced) me into photos. I haven’t looked back since.

LovedChelsea MacorOctober 22, 2019seattle family photographer, seattle family photography, candid family photography, natural family photography, lifestyle family photography, seattle newborn photographer, seattle newborn photography, natural newborn photography, natural children's photography, body image, eating disorders, motherhood, depressionComment

Checking In: Changes and Improvements at CMP

First Things First

I heard about Courtney on a podcast. I always have a podcast on. Doing dishes? Check. Driving without Rufus? Check. Going for a walk? Check. It is not surprising then, that a podcast led me to one of the best discoveries I have made for my business. Her story and drive to help creatives really understand how to build a sustainable business resonated with me and I reached out to her that night.

LovedChelsea MacorSeptember 24, 2019seattle family photographer, seattle studio family photographer, seattle newborn photographer, seattle in-home photographer, seattle lifestyle photographer, business coach, business modelComment

Dallas TX In-Home Family Session | Seattle Family Photographer

I go home to Texas a few times a year and always love when I have the opportunity to photography families while I am there. The change in light and scenery are inspiring and fun. This session was particularly special because it involved David’s friend (and mine, but his friend first) from college. We went to college in Switzerland, so it was incredible to see Stephanie back in Texas, now married with two sweet boys. Thank you, Stephanie, for the chance to catch up, meet the fam, and document this time in your life.

LovedChelsea MacorJuly 31, 2019seattle family photographer, dallas family photographer, seattle in-home photographer, seattle lifestyle photographer, dallas lifestyle photographer, dallas candid family photography, authentic family photos, in-home photography Seattle, in-home family photography dallasComment

Jessica and Sofia | Seattle Studio Family Photographer

First of all, I have to tell you how amazing Jessica is. Her husband contacted me over the winter to see if I could take photos for them. They had just discovered that Jessica’s pregnancy was no longer viable and wanted to document that moment. I had the flu, so my sweet and talented friend Mandie photographed this devastating time for them. When I offered up mother’s day mini sessions I heard from them right away. I was stunned by how strong and incredible Jessica is. She is fully present with her sweet daughter Sofia. Their love was tangible.

LovedChelsea MacorJuly 18, 2019seattle family photographer, seattle lifestyle photographer, seattle candid family photographer, seattle studio photography, portrait photography, studio photography, motherhood sessions, mother's day mini sessionsComment

Becca's In-Home (and Fall City Maternity Session | Seattle Maternity Photographer

I have been photographing Becca since I started my company. She was a new mom and a new style blogger. I remember that she brought her husband, Jonathan, along for her session for support and help with the sweetest little red haired baby I had ever seen - Macey. The rest, as they say, was history. I photographed their family many times over the next couple of years. A family session at the site of their wedding, a studio session for photos for her blog, street and Pike Place Market Photos to show off her style. I have watched Macey grow into a hysterical toddler (go to Becca’s Insta Highlights and watch Macey talk about wine). I have watched Becca grow confident and then pregnant. Ha!

LovedChelsea MacorJuly 1, 2019seattle family photographer, seattle infant photographer, seattle maternity photographer, seattle newborn photographer, lifestyle photography, lifestyle family photography, candid maternity photography, candid family photography, seattle style blogger, in-home photography, seattle in-home photographer Comments

Seattle Family Photographer | In-home Photos in Dark Homes

While we would all love to live in a house filled with windows and natural light, that is just not always the reality. Here in rainy Seattle, light can be an extra challenge. I really encourage families with babies and young children to have their photographs taken at their home and this is one of the concerns I hear time and again. My house is dark. From here, we have options. Here are my favorite two: 1) we can move your session to the studio and 2) we will make it work at your house.