“Your kids are only little for so long.”

We hear that a lot as parents, don’t we? And sure enough, the days are long, but the years pass by so quickly. The only way we really have to remember those little moments with our kiddos is when Facebook brings up those memories from years past. It’s a heart-warming feeling, isn’t it? Seeing their little hands and feet, snotty noses, and cranky faces too. We moms want to remember it all – because yes, it does pass more quickly than we realize.

It's said that we are the most documented time in history, i.e., we have more photos of our kids, pets, and daily lives than any other time before us. Technology is at our fingertips and so readily available. But how many of those photos do you actually like? How many of those photos ever leave the camera roll on your phone?

Maybe it’s because you don’t think your photos are good enough. Maybe it’s because you can’t get your phone to take pictures like what you’re actually seeing with your eyes. Maybe you just have sucumbed to the idea that you’re no good at taking photos.

We hear you and we’re here to help.

If you’re struggling with taking good photos of your kids or pets, then get ready because I’m about to introduce you to something that’s going to rock your world.

I’ve been taking photos professionally for over a decade now and it all started because I was like you – I wanted to take better photos of my kids on a daily basis.

And now, with the help of this course, YOU CAN!

I’m so excited to announce that Taryn Melgoza Photography is now offering an online photography course for moms. This course is for anyone who wants to learn how to get amazing, high-quality photos out of that camera in your purse.

This cell phone photography course for parents includes:

• 45 minute detailed video with step by step instructions

• An explanation in all things lighting

• The art of composing a good photo

• Getting authentic smiles from your kids

• How to get your partner to take photos of you (that you actually like)

• An easy approach to editing (without using filters that wash you out)

• 7 Presets that will take your photos from *yawn* to *WOW*!

Are you ready to learn how to get great, authentic, fun photos of your children? Click the link below to get your hands on this course that’s made just for YOU!

FAQ

What if my kids won’t cooperate?

With this course, we keep ALL kids in mind! Whether your child is in the terrible twos, awkward pre-teen years, or somewhere inbetween – this course will show you how to get REAL photos of your kids that you’ll love.

I’m not a “techy” person. Will I understand it?

Absolutely! In this course, we take all of that technical mumbo jumbo professional photographers use and make it attainable and easy to understand. There’s step by step instructions and examples with every single point made, so you really can do this!

I want my husband to take more natural photos of me with he kids. What’s the secret to getting him to do that?

Oh girl, we’re going to break it down for you so that you’ll be able to tell him exactly what you want and make it as quick and painless as possible for him!

I don’t have a lot of time to devote to this. Can I take breaks?

Absolutely! This course is designed to be broken up into small, achievable segments that you can watch while you’re sitting in the car rider pick up line, doctor’s office, or after the kids have {finally} been put to bed.

Have we convinced you yet? If you’re ready to take better photos of your kiddos, click the link below to get your work at your own paced course today!

Kollins Six Month & Family Session

Oh, my goodness, y’all – cuteness overload! I love this family so much, and I’m enjoying watching their two sweet kiddos grow. Baby Kollins came back to see me for her six-month milestone session, and Mom decided she wanted a family session outdoors this time. Kollins’ six-month birthday happened to land right around fall time in Texas, so we had some lovely cool weather with a gorgeous fall sunset the night of their session.

Although it comes in a very small window, fall is always one of my favorite times to do outdoor portraits in Texas! You can definitely see how much personality baby Kollins has in these images. She loves the outdoors, and she was full of smiles, which made it such a fun session! (I think it might have had something to do with her playful brother being by her side.)

She borrowed a few wardrobe options from my studio collection as well as the adorable floral crown. Baby girls and flowers are always a perfect combination in my opinion! She has the most gorgeous blue eyes I’ve ever seen, so the light blue, coral, green, and pink colors really made them stand out even more. What a beauty!

We made sure to capture both family images as well as several individual photos of Kollins during this session. I always encourage families to participate in their baby's milestone sessions as it helps baby adjust to the situation AND creates gorgeous family memories for them to cherish and look back upon. These sibling portraits are priceless! I know their parents adore them, but I guarantee they’ll be equally treasured by Kollins and her brother when they grow up. Their bond is something special, and what an honor it was to capture these moments for them.

Happy half birthday, baby Kollins! I can’t wait to see this crew back in a few months.

League City Baby Photographer

And here she is! Ellis is six months old – and so full of personality! If you missed it, check the previous post for her adorable 4thof July themed newborn and family session! This gorgeous girl has grown so much since I last saw her. She transformed from a sleepy little snuggle bug into a bright-eyed wiggle worm! The six-month milestone is one of my favorites because they’re so interactive and curious, wanting to explore anything they can get their hands on. The toothy grins are my absolute favorite!

For baby Ellis’ milestone sessions, Mom requested that I come to their gorgeous home in League City and photograph their family in their "natural environment.” Lifestyle sessions are some of my favorites because I can really capture the full personalities of each member and the sweet candid moments of everyday life together. We really did it up, and I had so much fun being a fly on the wall as they did their thing, which meant lots of smiles and tickles on Mom and Dad's bed, an extra bubbly bath with popsicles, strawberries for snack time, and some naked baby fun in Ellis' nursery! Not to mention that her outfits were cute as can be! Look at Ellis’ beautiful velvet headband and floral PJs along with her older brother’s cute striped jammies!

No matter what fun activity was next (or what mess was being cleaned up), there was SO MUCH LOVE in this house. I truly feel like this session was pure magic, and I hope other families will want to do in-home lifestyle baby sessions more often! The love and priceless moments together far outshine any imperfections you might see when you look at the house. (I get it, I’m a mom, too. But trust me on this!)

Happy six months baby Ellis! So much love to you all!

Hatfield Family Pregnancy Announcement Photos

The first couple months of pregnancy come with a certain unique type of excitement. The expecting couple knows their little secret, but the rest of the world is completely unaware. Sometimes it’s kind of fun having big news that no one knows about, but at the same time, the couple is just counting down the days until they can announce it to the everyone! (I once had a client who shared the news with unsuspecting strangers while running errands around town because he just could not contain his excitement about their pregnancy, and he wasn’t allowed to share with family and friends yet – adorable! ) Bringing a tiny human into the world is no small thing!

The Hatfields are new clients, and they booked me so they could announce their pregnancy to their family and friends in a fun way! We shot this in my favorite field just south of Houston. I love this area because it feels so peaceful and quiet. The hanging moss makes the trees appear so enchanting as it blows in the breeze – a perfect backdrop for this sweet couple to savor this experience together.

They brought along a cute letter board and balloons to the session, so we had some options to share their exciting news. I love that they incorporated the sunshine yellow into their session. It really popped against the darker natural colors of the field and trees for bright and lively photos.

This is their first baby so it was a very exciting & special time for them! They ended up booking a baby plan so I had the honor of photographing their maternity and newborn session a few months later. Their little man had the best lips I have ever photographed on a newborn, so I'll be sure to share those in a later blog post! Stay tuned for this sweet story.

Natural Light Houston Maternity and Family Photography | Konen Family

Outdoor sessions are my favorite, especially when the weather is perfect. The fresh air and natural scenery just have a way of helping people relax and be themselves. On this particular evening with the Konen Family, we couldn’t have asked for a prettier day. A light breeze blew through the tall green grass, and we had the space all to ourselves as we explored our little area of the park.

The Konen’s are expecting their second little one…and it's a boy! I had the pleasure of photographing their daughter’s newborn session a few years ago so I've got to watch their family grow! This is definitely one of my favorite parts of my job! How much fun it will be to watch this brother and sister grow. After photographing so many families, I’ve noticed that brothers and sisters have such a sweet, unique bond. It’s funny to watch them play with trucks and tutus interchangeably, and it’s fun for the parents to watch their kiddos' own unique personalities develop, too. I’m so excited for them to meet their little man!

We shot these in League City at a park that offered a boardwalk surrounded nature and gorgeous evening light. Their little girl was adorable and full of personality. I’m so glad they brought her along, too, to capture this sweet transition and growth in their lives as a whole family. She is a hoot and her cute expressions and antics made for some adorable family images – lots of laughs caught on camera! I love the photos of her kissing Mom’s tummy and the two of them dancing on the path. She’s still pretty young, but I think she’s warming up to the idea of having a baby brother. I can tell already that they are going to have so much fun together, and he will have a hard time keeping up with his energetic sister! Check out their adorable maternity and family photos below!

Galveston Beach Maternity Session | H Family

Oh, what a glorious evening for this dreamy sunset maternity shoot. Who says you can’t get some stunning beach shots in Texas?! This was as peaceful as it gets.

This glowing mama-to-be is one of the most outstanding baby planners I know. She provides supportive and knowledgeable maternity consulting for families who are expecting. I hope she has had just as much support from family and friends throughout her pregnancy as she gives to others.

This is their first baby, and I was honored to photograph their announcement photo a few months earlier. Both of them are so easy-going and fun to work with. This beautiful couple is so in love as they eagerly wait for their little one to arrive, and we thought a beach session would match their personality perfectly. Plus, it served as a relaxing getaway for the two of them to spend some quality alone time together. I am so in love with this peaceful maternity shoot!

This beach was GORGEOUS, especially on this particular evening, and made for some magical maternity images. The waves lapped gently on the shore as layers of pastel blue, pink, and purple painted a marvelous sunset behind them. She wore an elegant dusty blue lace dress that really made her dark hair and beautiful features pop. Then, as it got darker, she switched to a flowing white gown that accentuated her bump perfectly. I love the bright white against the setting sun – it really highlighted the two of them and her growing bump.

I could not be more excited for this lovely couple.They will be the most wonderful parents to their little one, and I can wait to meet their bundle of joy in just a few short months.

Ready for your own relaxing maternity shoot to capture this exciting time as your family grows? Let’s get in touch!

Did you open this post and think your web browser took you over to an advertisement for Baby Gap? I’ve been photographing this handsome little model baby since he was in his mommy’s womb, so I have loved watching him grow and develop his sweet personality over the past two years.

A Precious Keepsake

This vibrant shoot took place at the Sugar & Cloth Color Wall and Rainbow Staircase, right on the edge of downtown Houston. Sadly, it no longer exists :( —so these will be historic photos! The cheerful colors reflected Joseph’s joy and attitude perfectly. His silly grins and laughing faces are my favorite...capturing natural images of kids is always my goal! To get him in his element, I let him just explore and have fun. He checked out the staircase and showed his mom all the different colored stripes on the wall while I discreetly snapped away. I never want to over-pose kids because it hides their individuality (which is what most parents want to really highlight).

I pulled out a little stool and miniature wooden ladder as simple props for some up-close (somewhat) still shots. As with all two-year-olds, he was eagerly trying to climb up the ladder before I even had it set up! When he got to the top, he looked over at us triumphantly as if to say, “Did you see that? I did it!” I love that he has his little tongue sticking out as his focuses on his steps.

Joseph, I had a blast capturing this milestone year for you. You are one special guy! Happiest of birthdays!

What an amazing day Joseph and I had together. The opportunity to be his Houston Child Photographer was nothing short of an absolute joy!

Happy Wednesday, friends! I am so excited to be sharing this sweet Vintage One Year session with sweet Camila. We went to the Houston Warehouse Studios. This worked well for this sweet family (and me!) because we got to avoid any crazy Houston winter weather.

This is also a great option for any client that may be on a time crunch and cannot really fit reschedules into their scheduling. Rain? No problem! Cold winter days? No problem! And yep, HOT Houston days? No problemo!

This sweet family and I went with a beautiful vintage vibe. We managed to get a ton of Camila by herself along with some family shots- I always recommend doing this for one year sessions. Our children are probably the most important thing in our lives (aside from our sweet spouses), so naturally we want to catch those fleeting moments of them. However, your babies will want pictures of you one day, so please- jump in the frames!

One of my favorite additions to this session was the floral crown and tee-pee that I use. It looked absolutely stunning in front of that exposed brick wall. The natural lighting paired with those natural elements made these images look soft, inviting and aesthetically pleasing.

Be sure to scroll below to view the highlights from this session. And as always- I want to hear from YOU! So if you are looking for a photographer to document your most precious moments in life, be sure to reach out and get in touch!

Just look at those sweet pouty little lips! Who couldn't help but fall in love with this sweet girl? I know I sure did! Elena is a part of our Baby Planner program, so I've had the pleasure of seeing her a few times over the past months. Each time I get to see her, I am reminded just how quickly time truly does pass.

An Absolutely Adorable Session

Mom brought along the ride-on-lamb with her, which made for some absolutely adorable shots. Just look at that smile! Can't you hear the sound of her laughter fill the air? My favorite part from the session though had to be when Elena donned her sweet little overalls. Swoon! Do you think they make those in my size?!

As a mama myself, I feel as though I blink once, and an entire year has passed before my very eyes. It's for this reason that I truly adore what I do as a child photographer. I am given the unique gift of providing parents with a snap-shot in time. What an amazing gift it is! As I walk through the halls of my home, I am always reminded of the endless laughter-filled memories and quiet peaceful moments I've shared with my babies.

Looking for the Best Birthday Photographer in Houston? Look no further that Taryn Melgoza Photography, your one stop shop for all things baby and child photography!

Tea parties, ruffles, lace, and sweet delicate florals. All things girly, and all things my sweet Penelope loves. This is my very own daughter, we just celebrated her fourth birthday and wanted to commemorate this adorable stage in her life with her very own birthday session. As so many little girls are, she is absolutely obsessed with tea parties and playing dress up. As her mother, what could be better than providing for her the perfect afternoon, filled to the brim with everything she loves. Luckily, I was there every step of the way to capture each joyful grin and silly giggle.

Golden Light and Bright Brown Eyes

We decided to have our session outdoors, taking full advantage of that dreamy dusky light that appears right before sunset. I set up her favorite tea set next to a ruffled tent adorned with natural greenery that accented her floral crown perfectly (provided by Ode to Joy Flowers in Houston). Add in a happy little girl with bright brown eyes, and you have all the makings for a wonderful evening.

Being able to document my own children throughout the years brings me such satisfaction as a mom and child photographer. I can capture their individual personalities, remembering each little quirk that I love so much. As time always does, it shocks me that my baby girl is already 4 years old. Wasn't it just yesterday that I was taking her home from the hospital? I feel as though she went to bed a sleepy infant and woke up as a happy little girl, an absolute ray of sunshine that brightens the day of any who crosses her path.

Happy birthday, Penelope!!

The opportunity to capture my sweet daughter's idea of a perfect evening was such a treat. As a Houston Child Birthday Photographer, I would love to make your vision a reality!

This family ranks high amongst my favorites! They are Baby Planner clients of mine, so I have had the immense pleasure of capturing their maternity, newborn and one-year photos! Getting to see this family (and families like this) grow in numbers and in love brings me so much satisfaction and happiness as a family photographer.

A Golden-Light Sunset Session

We decided on a secluded beach for our golden-light sunset session together to celebrate their littlest one's first birthday. Happy birthday Baby A! It was the absolute perfect location, with plenty of room to play and explore, but boy was it WINDY! Nonetheless, we were able to get some truly stunning images of this family of five. I love how thoroughly they enjoyed their time together. Baby A has the most striking eyes, that were highlighted by our natural light environment. Although this session was in celebration of A's first birthday, I was sure to capture some images of each child individually. After all, these little ones grow up so fast! How could I resist documenting their growth?!

Initially, we had hopes of getting a few more individual swimsuit images of little bit (speaking of her swimsuit, make sure you sneak a peek!! SO cute!!), but this Texas day was just too chilly! I know... chilly and Texas in a sentence together. Weird right?! The best tool a photographer can have in their arsenal is the ability to go with the flow and be able to think on their feet. Especially one that works with little ones! Plan B turned out to be just an equally gorgeous option, as we decided to snuggle Baby A up in the warmest, softest blanket we could find. The sweet snuggles made for some breathtaking images that I'm sure will be cherished for years to come.

Houston Outdoor Maternity Photographer | Miranda's Maternity Session

I had a great time capturing Miranda and her oldest daughter for her Maternity Session.  Both of these ladies were as sweet as they are beautiful.  Their smiles were so bright and full of excitement about welcoming a little baby into the family.  Miranda was stunning in the eggplant gown that she chose from our studio wardrobe.  The gown cascaded beautifully over her baby bump.  It was a nice balance of getting dressed up for the special occasion but casual enough for their laid back outdoor session.

Mommy and Me Time

The sun was shining and the trees were gorgeous.  There is something about Houston that draws people here and keeps them here.  Aside from good ol southern hospitality, the trees and basically year round warm weather are high on the list of what makes Houston great.  They definitely made these January Maternity Photos possible.

Miranda and her daughter enjoyed this special day together.  I thought it was so sweet to do a mommy daughter session before welcoming baby brother into the mix.  Her little girl was so sweet and I could not wait to meet their little boy.  Since they booked a baby plan I knew I would not have to wait long to meet him.  I could hardly wait to capture his Newborn Session.

As a Houston Outdoor Maternity Photographer I am so blessed to meet adorable growing families. Just like this sweet duo! Congrats on your newest arrival!

Pearland First Birthday Milestone Photographer | Joseph

Look at this little guy! Mom and dad can’t believe that Joseph is already one year old, and I couldn’t think of a more memorable way to celebrate than with a fun photo session with me! I took this cutie pie to one of my favorite parks, and we had a blast! I brought all of my favorite props with me, including blankets, a wooden crate, and big blue balloons to add to the festivities!

Stealing Hearts with His Big Brown Eyes

The camera loves Joseph, and he was just captivating everyone with this big eyes and smile of his. I couldn’t get enough of his joy and happiness playing with his parents. Can we just talk about his outfit for a second? How precious! I fell in love with the red pants and striped hoodie, and it really stood out in the images.

When we finally pulled out all of the balloons, Joseph was so fascinated. I know he was loving all of the attention during his session, and we loved giving it to him. It is always a pleasure to create real memories for these special families, and I hope to see them again in the future for updates as he grows up!

What an absolute heartthrob! It was such a joy being Joseph's Pearland First Birthday Milestone Photographer and capturing these sweet milestone memories.

Houston Family Photographer | Kurian Family

Ah, the Kurian family… These three are some of the most amazing people I have gotten to work with as of yet as a Houston Family Photographer. I have known this gorgeous mommy for many years. And was super excited to photograph her and her sweet loved ones last year.

About this session

These three are definitely what you would call “the picture perfect” family. Every single photo turns out absolutely beautiful (and I mean every single photo)! Momma has become such a great friend of mine. I am just so grateful to see her with her handsome man and their precious daughter. This little one is just  as sweet as can be. Those eyes… that smile… can you say adorable?!

Elizabeth Stone once said, “Making the decision to have a child – it’s momentous. It is to decide forever to have your heart go walking outside your body.” This quote reminds me so much of the Kurian family and the love they share with their baby girl. Not only is it pure, but it is raw and it is out in the open for every one to see. I loved being able to document such sweet moments for these amazing people. I can’t wait to work with them again in the future!

to book a session please feel free to get in touch. to see a collection of my most recent work, visit my website.

Houston Family Photographer | Emma's First Year

Emma is such a precious little girl.  She was so expressive and excited.  It was a great time capturing her one year photos along with some updated family portraits.  I had the pleasure of photographing this family's maternity and newborn sessions, so I was honored when they contacted me about capturing Emma's one year session.

About this Session

Emma is such a happy, smiley baby.  Her sweet face, big eyes and giant smile made for some adorable pictures.  The big bows and accessories were merely icing on the cake.  Emma made my job as a newborn photographer such a joy!  The images of her in the high chair with the smash cake were just too sweet (see what I did there?).I love how she wanted to share with everyone, including her adorable puppy pal.  They were best buds!

Time to Clean Up!

After getting down and dirty in the smash cake it was time to get cleaned up.  Her bathtub images turned out beautifully.  The bubbles floating behind Emma and the was tub made for a great picture, but more importantly a detail that got Emma excited.  But there is nothing cuter than a happy baby being cheeky.  The images of Emma in the was basin from behind are precious. Their family portraits were a lot of fun too.  This family has so much fun together and the session was filled with laughter.  Their love for one another is beautiful and it shines through the images.

taryn melgoza is a premier and fine art photographer specializing in maternity, newborn and baby photography in houston, tx.

newborn and baby photography is done in taryn melgoza’s studio in the south houston and pearland area. taryn also happily serves pearland, clear lake, league city, sugar land, katy, spring, humble, galveston, rosharon, rosenberg, pasadena, baytown, deer park, and surrounding areas.

to book a session please feel free to get in touch. to see a collection of my most recent work, visit my website.

Houston Baby Photographer | Grayson Turns One

I'm so excited that Grayson is one of my baby planner clients. It means I’ve had the pleasure of watching him grow up through the lens of my camera over this first year of his life. In this session, we captured his wide-eyed-wanderer, curious personality. It’s always fun to see what little characters those tiny babies from the newborn sessions turn into. Grayson was all the things you could dream for a little boy to be. Handsome, happy, adventurous, playful, cuddly with his momma, and brave like his daddy.

About Grayson's Milestone Session

By the time we reach the one year session with my baby planner clients, we have seen some pretty big moments together. As anyone would agree, a lot can change in a year.  This day and similar session are so evident of that. Mom had a fun little surprise to share at Grayson’s one year session…She’s expecting another baby and this time it’s a girl! We made sure to capture some of her adorable baby bump in one of my studio gowns.With one year under his belt, Grayson is going to make such a great big brother! He’ll definitely be able to teach his little sister how to dive into a cake and splash like crazy in the bath. Necessary talents for any proper one year old! <3

taryn melgoza is a premier and fine art photographer specializing in maternity, newborn and baby photography in houston, tx.

newborn and baby photography is done in taryn melgoza’s studio in the south houston and pearland area. taryn also happily serves pearland, clear lake, league city, sugar land, katy, spring, humble, galveston, rosharon, rosenberg, pasadena, baytown, deer park, and surrounding areas.

to book a session please feel free to get in touch. to see a collection of my most recent work, visit my website.

Houston Family Photographer | Stevens Family

The Stevens Family were a sweet delight to work with! They requested a natural, lifestyle approach to their family portrait session that would allow their little boy to be himself and have fun. I’m so glad they did. The Stevens are the ideal example that a photo doesn’t have to be posed to be perfect.

 About this session

We got every emotion from this little man as he and his parents played and hugged and giggled together. They are smitten with their tiny southern gentleman. Let me tell ya, he’s even more smitten with them. The natural light and the breeze during this session kept everyone happy. And gave us some gorgeous opportunities to capture some truly stunning images. The Stevens literally had a glow about their family throughout our time together. It’s such a beautiful thing when that’s picked up through the lens.There was charm and laughter to spare as they just enjoyed each other in front of the camera, playing football and winning tickle fights. Capturing their family in their natural, easy rhythm together resulted in beautiful memories they’ll treasure for years to come.

taryn melgoza is a premier and fine art photographer specializing in maternity, newborn and baby photography in houston, tx.

newborn and baby photography is done in taryn melgoza’s studio in the south houston and pearland area. taryn also happily serves pearland, clear lake, league city, sugar land, katy, spring, humble, galveston, rosharon, rosenberg, pasadena, baytown, deer park, and surrounding areas.

to book a session please feel free to get in touch. to see a collection of my most recent work, visit my website.

Luxury Maternity Photography in Houston, TX | Natalie

Being a pregnant mama is one of the most rewarding experiences one can go through. I am currently expecting a precious child, and it is something I wouldn’t trade for the world. One of my favorite parts of this time in my life is being able to share my excitement with my other children. Letting them feel the baby kick, having them pick out toys and outfits. It all is just so fun for the whole family. That’s why when this mama contacted me, I was so excited! Getting to be a part of documenting special memories for families is exactly why I love my job.

Excited Anticipation

Meet Natalie, a gorgeous mommy who is expecting another little addition any week now! We did Natalie’s session outside in the wonderful city of Houston. The outcome was beyond lovely – gorgeous evening light, a beautiful family, and great company. Natalie borrowed a couple of gowns from my studio wardrobe, and wow, did they look stunning on her! Her daughter was precious in the photos as well, along with her handsome husband.Altogether, this session with Natalie and her family turned out to be perfect! They booked a Milestone Baby plan with me, so I have had the pleasure of watching their baby girl grow over the past few months. Congratulations, Natalie, on your new little one! I can’t wait to work with you and your new addition for the newborn session soon!

Family is love, and love is fun. I had such a wonderful time capturing the fun love that flows through this family as their Luxury Maternity Photography in Houston, TX!

taryn melgoza is a premier and fine art photographer specializing in maternity, newborn and baby photography in houston, tx.

newborn and baby photography is done in taryn melgoza’s studio in the south houston and pearland area. taryn also happily serves pearland, clear lake, league city, sugar land, katy, spring, humble, galveston, rosharon, rosenberg, pasadena, baytown, deer park, and surrounding areas.

to book a session please feel free to get in touch. to see a collection of my most recent work, visit my website.

Houston Milestone Photographer | Happy Birthday Harrison

Oh this precious boy absolutely stole my heart! Just look at that sweet little grin. I have to admit, sometimes I wish I could just snuggle these sweet faces during sessions such as this. But, we had one goal in mind. And that was to capture his sweet personality during this family's life. As Harrison's Houston Milestone Photographer, this was such a sweet treat! He was in such a wonderful mood during his session. It made this bright afternoon so incredibly enjoyable.

About this Milestone Session

This first year of life is so precious. I think that's why I was drawn to this style of photography in the first place. When my kiddo's first made their big debut into our family's waiting arms, I knew I wanted to document each milestone. No mater the size, first smile, first bath, first words, first steps. This first year is just that. A year full of firsts. For new parents, this is an incredible time of growth and learning. And even more so for baby!With every sound, every new sight, little Harrison was soaking up each new interaction. Like a tiny human sponge, the amount of information he is constantly learning is astounding. You could see his eyes light up at every sound. A bug would zoom by, followed shortly by his squeals of delight. I adored working with and spending this wonderful afternoon with Harrison and his sweet mama. After we were done with the cake smash portion of the session, I was so excited to capture some bubble loving images.What a great way to sneak some shots of true delight and get little man cleaned up! I LOVED how this collection turned out. It's easily one of my favorite first birthday sessions to date for me as a Houston Milestone Photographer!

Be still my heart! I adored being Harrison's Houston Milestone Photographer! Just take a peek at that sweet smile! Happy Birthday Harrison!

taryn melgoza is a premier and fine art photographer specializing in maternity, newborn and baby photography in houston, tx.

newborn and baby photography is done in taryn melgoza’s studio in the south houston and pearland area. taryn also happily serves pearland, clear lake, league city, sugar land, katy, spring, humble, galveston, rosharon, rosenberg, pasadena, baytown, deer park, and surrounding areas.

to book a session please feel free to get in touch. to see a collection of my most recent work, visit my website.

Houston Newborn Studio Photographer | Forrest

Be still my heart! This sweet boy was so alert throughout his whole session. With most little ones of his age, they are super sleepy, but not Forrest! Although he was awake, he was such a little trooper for his newborn session. It truly was such a treat to be his Houston Newborn Studio Photographer!Just take a peek at those eyes and that hair line! Oh my word have you ever seen a more adorable widow's peek?! When talking to his mama while planning this session, we knew we wanted to utilize plenty of masculine neutrals and she mentioned adding in some various textural pieces! Mama's really do know best, because this session was a delicious slice of textural heaven! I LOVE the way the roughness of the burlap and the chunky knit cable blankets contrasted so well with Forrest's delicate features. Swoon!!All in all...Take one part sweet baby boy, add in two loving doses of adoring parents and sprinkle in a tiny Teddy. You have all the makings for a perfect newborn session! Make sure to scroll down to see all the precious goodness from Forrest's first family portraits!

What in the world could be cuter than a sweet new baby boy, snuggling up with his tiny teddy bear?! Loved being his Houston Newborn Studio Photographer!

taryn melgoza is a premier and fine art photographer specializing in maternity, newborn and baby photography in houston, tx.

newborn and baby photography is done in taryn melgoza’s studio in the south houston and pearland area. taryn also happily serves pearland, clear lake, league city, sugar land, katy, spring, humble, galveston, rosharon, rosenberg, pasadena, baytown, deer park, and surrounding areas.

to book a session please feel free to get in touch. to see a collection of my most recent work, visit my website.