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There is something incredibly special about getting to document a family’s story year after year, and this recent session featuring Holcomb Gardens family photos in Indianapolis, Indiana was no exception. I’ve known the George family long before they became the beautiful blended family they are today. As a former wedding photographer, I had the privilege […]

Soon to be family of six laugh during Holcomb Gardens Family Photos in Indianapolis, Indiana
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There is something incredibly special about documenting a baby’s first birthday. As a first birthday photographer Indianapolis, I have the privilege of capturing one of the biggest milestones in a family’s journey—the moment their little one turns one. The first year flies by in a blur of sleepless nights, first smiles, tiny milestones, and so […]

First birthday cake smash session by Indianapolis Photographer Kaitlin Mendoza
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Some of the most meaningful sessions I photograph come through personal connections—and this one is especially close to my heart. When my best friend Victoria stepped away from photography to focus fully on growing her SEO marketing business, she so generously sent many of her photography inquiries my way. One of those referrals led me to […]

Family walk down path in fall during in home family photo session
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Extended family sessions are some of the most meaningful portraits a family can invest in. While many families update photos of their children regularly, gathering grandparents, siblings, cousins, and multiple generations together for extended family photos in Indianapolis is something that often gets pushed to the back burner. Yet these are the photographs that become […]

Multi generational extended family photo session outside of brick home
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One of my favorite parts of being an Indianapolis newborn and family photographer is documenting your baby’s first year of life. From maternity and newborn sessions to 3 months, 6 months, 9 months, and the ever-popular first birthday session, these milestones tell the story of a baby’s very first chapter. Each stage brings new expressions, […]

Family of three walk on garden path during milestone session
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Every once in a while, I step outside my usual rhythm of newborn and family photography to photograph something a little different—and it’s always such a fun, creative change of pace. While I don’t typically advertise myself as an Indianapolis brand photographer, I’m always happy to help friends and colleagues when they need fresh images […]

Examples of balloons for parties during branding session
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There’s something extra special about photographing families you already know, and this session was one of those moments I’ll always be grateful for. Olivia and I met through our local Carmel MomCo group, so when she reached out about family photos, I was truly honored. Anytime someone I know personally trusts me with documenting their […]

Family of four under dome at Coxhall Gardens during summer photos
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One of my favorite things about fall family photos, especially this one at The Ambassador House in Fishers, Indiana, is how each session brings its own personality, rhythm, and charm. As someone who spends much of the year photographing babies and toddlers (who I truly adore!), working with older children can feel like the sweetest […]

Family takes fall photos in front of Ambassador House in Fishers Indiana
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This was my second newborn session with this sweet Indianapolis family. One of the greatest honors in my work as a newborn photographer is getting to photograph families as they grow. This summer, I had the joy of welcoming baby Genevieve into my studio for her studio newborn photos in Indianapolis, Indiana, along with her […]

Off white studio newborn session in Indianapolis Indiana
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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