Austin Newborn Photography || The Parents Set the Stage

From mama’s belly to baby’s first birthday, capture every moment of your little one’s first year with our “Belly to Birthday” Austin newborn photography program. Contact Ziem for details!

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From baby’s first breath, it’s the parents who set the stage for their children’s approach to life. As it is with parenting, so it is with photography, where the energy parents bring to a shoot truly influences the mood of both the little ones and the photographer.

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Ziem first worked with the Sterling family last year for their bluebonnets mini-session. Shortly after that shoot, the Sterlings let Ziem know they were expecting Baby #2 & booked his newborn session. Multiple weather delays later – #realaustinlife – the shoot finally happened just in time for bluebonnet season.

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Austin Children Photography || House of Fun

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What do two DC transplants, their two boisterous boys, and one Texas “faux fall” day make? In the case of the Traweek family, they make for one beautiful Austin children’s photography session.

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Ziem did a newborn session for baby brother Teddy nearly two years ago, just after the family’s move to Austin. Look at him now!

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This energetic group loves nothing more to sign and hold impromptu dance parties in their kitchen. In fact, Ziem knows them as the “House of Fun”, and that zest for life comes across in their photos! For starters, Teddy was more interested in being the center of attention than being held for family photos. He would alternate between flirting with the camera, dancing, and evading capture. This one definitely takes after his daddy #cantholdmedown!

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On the other hand, big brother Thomas is sweet and happy-go-lucky like his mama. He was eager to please and smile at everyone. In fact, Ziem still recalls a story from Teddy’s newborn session about how Thomas won the heart of the seller of their Austin home.

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Finally, remember how we mentioned this shoot occurred on a Texas “faux fall” day? The poor Traweeks had dressed well for fall weather, only to have the temperature rise a sweltering 15 degrees during the shoot! Texas temperature swings aside, however, the Traweeks’ kept their sunny attitudes throughout the shoot.

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In the end, Ziem adored working with this House of Fun crew. She hopes it won’t be as long before they get to do it again!

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Austin Child Photographers || From the Very Beginning

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From engagement to wedding, from maternity portraits to newborn sessions, Ziem has been with the Escobeda family every step of the way. In fact, they’ve formed such a bond that the Escobedas drive all the way from Dallas, stay in Round Rock, then drive another hour to work with Ziem! Those years of collaboration and they comfort level they bring show in their photos.

austin-child-family-photographers-escobeda-1This year was a busy one for the Escobedas, between various school, career, and family demands, so they were ready to treat themselves to a special photo shoot at a favorite park. Mama Liz especially wanted a shot of just her and her husband Brian. Ziem was able to capture a special moment of their love.

austin-child-family-photographers-escobeda-1The Escobedas welcomed precious baby brother Luke this year. Precious Luke wasn’t strong enough for solo photos yet, however, so big sister Natalie snuggled him (under close supervision!) for a few sweet snaps.

austin-child-family-photographers-escobeda-1One of Ziem’s favorite aspects of working with young children is seeing their sense of wonder. For example, Luke seemed to notice grass for the first time during this shoot and became mesmerized. Ziem turned what could have proved a challenge into a plus, though. In the end she was able to snap some of the terrific solo shots Liz requested. Is there anything better than that innocent sense of wonder?

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This family’s love has been evident from the very beginning. Ziem is honored to have been included in their milestones along the way – and across the miles!

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Austin Family Photography || A Perfectly Imperfect Shoot

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Sometimes it’s the things that don’t go to plan that make the Austin family photography shoot. Take for example the Hester family session, where one adorable little boy’s mud slide made for a perfectly imperfect shoot. For starters, Mama Hester – who knows Ziem from that favorite Westlake family hotspot, the library – just wanted a good shot of their family of four. What she got, though, was so much more – and by “more” we do in part mean “more mud”! Austin family photography

Austin Photographers Family Lifestyle Photography Austin Photography Mini SessionTheir decidedly non-matching outfits worked perfectly in the shoot’s urban summertime setting. Adelina’s pink tutu provided a fun pop of color, which balanced out little brother Theo’s adventures with girly flair. Ziem loved Marissa’s adventurous mixing of florals, gingham, and solids for the family outfits.

Austin Photographers Family Lifestyle Photography Austin Photography Mini SessionFinally, Theo’s mud run provided the perfectly imperfect ending to the shoot. The photographer and the smiles didn’t stop there! Ziem was able to sneak a few shots of his “walk of shame”. It’s those real moments that Ziem is so good at capturing on film, those (sometimes messy!) bits that make up a large part of parenting.

Austin Photographers Family Lifestyle Photography Austin Photography Mini SessionIn the end, however, it was those unexpected moments that let the fun-loving nature of this family shine in photos. Ziem loved working with the Hesters and looks forward to more messy adventures to come!

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Austin Photography Mini Session || Candid Camera

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When shooting new clients, photographer-in-chief Ziem never knows which aspect of a family will reveal itself first. The Revels family quickly showed theirs – joy – via a burping lesson, naturally.

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The Revels, who won a photography package generously donated by Ziem to their children’s elementary school silent auction, are obviously a fun-loving bunch. Mama Revels asked Ziem to try and capture the kids’ true smiles versus the forced ones they tend to give on camera. Ziem met her goal, along with candid shots of the kids interacting and more, master child wrangler that she is.

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The classically attired Revels kids helped Ziem throughout the shoot. The seven-year-old introduced himself to Ziem immediately, while the four-year-old paused mid-session to thank her for documenting their joy. The other two Revels contributed by generally being adorable. The fading light of the park setting and the airplanes drifting through the skies made for ideal shoot conditions and little boy entertainment. first of all since most of all

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Speaking of entertainment, this crew – photographer included – couldn’t stop laughing. From silly face making to the aforementioned big boys teaching little brother how to burp, this family’s affection for one another is clear.

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Ziem wrapped up the shoot just before the rain began – an ideal ending to an ideal shoot!

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Ziem couldn’t be happier that the Revels won her school donation. She can’t wait to see them at future shoots and on the t-ball field. Her daughter & one of the Revels play for the same team. Speaking of fun candid moments . . . !

Email z@ziemphotography.com to book your mini session in Austin or click here for holiday photo wardrobe ideas.

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