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One of my strongest character qualities is a love of learning. You may have seen over the years (if you follow the blog), that I am always looking up new locations, building or purchasing new props, and adding to my amazing newborn and maternity wardrobes. I am passionate about learning new techniques, safety tips, and […]

Children, Newborn, Studio

June 15, 2018

Son Kissed Photography by Kristen Mackey | Mentoring

Four! The age where little ones blossom into talkative, adorable, mischievous people! Hearing the hilarious conversations and sweet little words and thoughts that the four year olds bring to my studio brings my heart such joy. Miss Sophia was four years old, but was wise beyond her years. She has a very sweet and loving […]

Birthday, Children, Studio

June 3, 2018

Sophia | 4 Years Old | Beaumont Childrens Photographer

I often get excited about images straight off my camera, and this was one of these instances! I try to work really hard on composition and posing so that these require very little editing, because I love letting the client’s personality and joy shine through. Of course, we put the finishing touches on every image, […]

Children, Little sitters, Mini Sessions

May 25, 2018

Willow | One Year Old | Beaumont Children Photographer

This year’s Mommy and Me sessions were such a success! I loved meeting the many mamas and their littles who came in for shoots with me, and learning more about their personalities and the things they enjoyed about each other. Paige and her little one, Reid, were precious, and very relaxed. They loved playing with […]

Children, Family, Mommy & Me, Studio

May 22, 2018

Paige & Reid | Mommy & Me | Beaumont Family Photographer

Part of my process when planning sessions out for my clients, is to include the parent in the shoot and the planning. Oftentimes, they have amazing ideas that I help them expand out into full setups and props, and it also helps me get to know their family on a deeper level. The ideas and […]

Baby Plan, Birthday, Children

May 18, 2018

Tristan | One Year Old | Southeast Texas Children Photographer