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Last September I had the absolute joy of capturing a Carmel, Indiana baby shower with an enchanting ‘Bonjour Bébé’ theme—and it was nothing short of flawless. Every detail was planned and executed beautifully by an incredible vendor team that I can’t wait to gush about.  Bonjour Bébé! A Perfectly Planned “Carmel, Indiana Baby Shower” The […]

Bonjour Bébé themed Carmel, Indiana baby shower
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As a newborn photographer, one of my favorite parts of being invited into families’ homes is seeing how they’ve prepared for this new chapter of life. Recently, I had the joy of capturing newborn photography in Meridian Kessler Indianapolis (a beautiful neighborhood just north of downtown Indianapolis) for a family welcoming their first little one, […]

Meridian Kessler Indianapolis at home newborn session
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Fall in Carmel, Indiana is one of my favorite times of year for family photos—the golden leaves, cozy textures, and soft evening light create the most magical backdrop. This recent Carmel, Indiana fall family photos at Central Park was especially heartwarming, as it celebrated a sweet soon-to-be blended family’s first photos together. From the start, […]

Family of 5 walk hand in hand during outdoor fall session
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One of my favorite things about in-home newborn sessions is getting the opportunity to photograph not just families, but friends and fellow photographers too. This session was particularly special because I’ve known Ladi for years.  Shortly after I moved to Indianapolis, I was primarily photographing weddings and needed an experienced second shooter. Ladi stepped in […]

All white newborn session at home studio in Fishers Indiana
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Luke’s first birthday session was extra special—not just because he was the sweetest little guy—but because his family drove all the way from Muncie, Indiana, to studio that I use in downtown Indianapolis studio. It’s always such an honor when families travel for a session, and this one was truly memorable from start to finish. […]

Stuffed animals in party hats lined up for birthday photos
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2024 was the first year I offered several dates of fall mini sessiosn at The Ambassador House in Fishers, Indiana, and they were such a highlight of my year! My fall petite sessions are a 20-minute version of a full family session– long enough to capture a beautiful mix of posed portraits and candid, joy-filled […]

Dad and son hug during fall mini session at The Ambassador House
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Welcoming Louisa for lifestyle studio newborn photos in Indianapolis, Indiana was extra special for me. Not just because I adore photographing newborns, but because her mom, Jill, is someone who once played such a meaningful role behind the scenes at KMP.  Long before she became a mother of two, Jill worked with me on the […]

New family of four get close during Indianapolis newborn photos
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As a Carmel, Indiana family photographer, I’ve learned that sometimes the most memorable sessions come with a little unpredictability—like an unexpected summer pop up shower! The Schuyler family met for summer family photos at Flowing Well Park in Carmel, Indiana for their daughter’s one-year milestone session. Just as we pulled into the parking lot, a […]

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There’s something so special about capturing a newborn session right in the comfort of a family’s home. Noah’s in-home newborn photos in Carmel, Indiana was no exception- it was warm, relaxed, and full of meaningful details that made it uniquely theirs. As a Carmel, Indiana newborn photographer, I love helping families plan sessions that feel […]

Kaitlin Mendoza captures Carmel, Indiana newborn photography of baby Noah during an in-home photo session.
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One of my greatest joys as a maternity photographer in Indianapolis, Indiana is documenting the beautiful transition into parenthood — especially for first-time moms and dads. Taylor and her husband’s outdoor maternity session at 100 Acres Art & Nature Park was the perfect celebration of this season of anticipation, wonder, and quiet before life changes […]

Kaitlin Mendoza is a maternity photographer in Indianapolis, Indiana that captured Taylor’s maternity photo session.

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