Pearland Senior Photographer | Savannah

Savannah here was a senior at Pearland Highschool last year. This session was particularly memorable because of the way her and her mom worked together to style this session perfectly. She had her hair and makeup expertly styled at Sunkissed and Made-up. We did three full outfit changes altogether, not including her cap and gown. The various colors and textures really did add such a depth to Savannah's senior portraits. With a model this beautiful, what fun it was to be her Pearland Senior Photographer!When it comes to senior portraits, I like to have variety in the backgrounds we work with. Savannah looked stunning in front of what ever setting I placed her in, so we tried them all! What troopers her and her mom were! I particularly love the distressed brick wall we found. The stark contrast between the weathered surroundings and Savannah's bright beauty worked so well together. When we got to the flower-filled field, Savannah looked absolutely stunning amidst the bouncing natural light. We both knew we wanted to get a super adorable glitter shot, and this was the perfect place to capture it!I love getting to be a part of a time that is so incredibly important to not only these seniors, but to their parents. Not only are the kids about to embark on what is going to be one of the most fun and exciting periods of their lives, but their parents are about to start a new chapter as well. While this is a bound to be time of excited celebration for everyone involved, it is undoubtedly an emotional time as well, especially for two this close as Savannah and her mom. It is my hope that these images act as a reminder for both of these beautiful women, of a wonderful afternoon spent together, celebrating and embracing the new chapter of each other's journey.Check out more beautiful seniors like Savannah on our blog!

Houston Fine Art Baby Photography | Gus

Just look at those big baby blue eyes! How could you not fall instantly in love with such a cute little guy?! I know I sure did when I saw first saw him for his newborn session! Gus is on our baby planner package which means I'l be lucky enough to steal a few more shots of that gorgeous smile in just a few short months for his first birthday session!  Clients like this make Houston Fine Art Baby Photography so much fun!I love the way we styled this session and were able to incorporate big brother. You can already tell these two are going to have a great lifelong friendship just by watching them interact. The way Gus' tongue flopped out when he giggled, or how he would grab his toes when he laughs just made my heart melt! I'm so glad we were able to steal some shots of these sweet little quirks! I cant wait to see what changes I see in him when I see him for his next session. It blows my mind how much these little ones learn at this age! Like adorable little sponges, soaking up every new experience. They really do grow up so fast. I think that' s why I treasure my job. Photography is one way to freeze time, and dwell on what a beautiful age this is.Incorporating different textures and color combinations throughout the entirety of the session really brought about a depth to these images that I truly love. While each image contains it's own unique properties, they all flow so well with each other. This allows for the development of a truly stunning gallery wall!I had so much fun working with this handsome guy, and can't wait to see him very soon! <3  Check out more sweetness like this on our blog!

Houston Natural Light Baby Photographer - Piper

What an amazing start to 2017 it has already been! I'v already been so lucky to have been blessed with such amazing clients, and it's only March! The simple fact that I get the chance to meet and build lasting friendships with so many people because of this amazing profession of mine makes my heart so incredibly happy. The experiences and memories I have made through this path have forever left a sweet mark on my heart. As a Houston Natural Light Baby Photographer, I know how incredibly blessed I am and just want to take a moment and say, thank you. Thank you to all my clients that make this dream of mine a reality. Thank you to my family for the constant support and endless shower of love. From the bottom of my heart, I truly treasure each and every one of you.It's little ones like Piper and Luke, that makes this Houston Natural Light Baby Photographer's heart squirm with delight at the thought of capturing their adorable beauty! Piper is one of my baby planners from 2016, so I have had the immense pleasure of watching her grow into the happy little 6-month old baby she is. So incredibly sweet, a perfect reflection of her kind and gentle parents. I wanted to approach this session as a 6-month milestone/family session to really capture the love and beauty that is this family. The way Piper's face lights up as soon as she sees her Mama or the way Luke giggles uncontrollably when playing hide-and-seek with his Daddy; it's days like this that help me wake each morning with a heart full of gratitude and a smile on my face. Make sure to check out more Baby Photography from Houston Natural Light Baby Photographer Taryn Melgoza.

Houston Natural Light First Year Photographer - Sweet Little Daisy

 Oh my gracious guys…. This girl. How in the world could I possibly begin to express how incredibly adorable this little princess is?! As a Houston Natural Light First Year Photographer this session made me absolutely swoon! I love when sessions turn out as truly stunning as this one did. We were able to get so many adorable candid shots of Daisy at such a fun age. So many fun moments from the session, and such cooperative lighting that day! Between the ruffled tutu, vintage jumper or big-brother cuddles, there’s no way I could possibly pick my favorite! We approached this session as more of a lifestyle session and just let her do her sweet little thing. I wanted to start the session with her big brother so that she could get acclimated to her new environment and have the confidence to strut her sassy little stuff. Let me tell you, Miss Daisy did not disappoint! When it comes to this age, as a Houston Natural Light First Year Photographer, I have found that I really like to try and let them run the show. If she wanted to jump up and down, we jumped! When she wanted to cuddle, by George we cuddled! This approach really does allow for some great candid shots and organic smiles.A soft tulle tutu, precious golden crown, perfectly ruffled polka dots and a big ole’ bow to top it all off.  If this session had gotten any cuter we would have all magically morphed into a serenading band of Disney characters!Make sure to scroll down to see every silly giggle, every goofy grin, and one adorably ruffled bottom!Make sure to check out some more  Houston Natural Light First Year Photography from Taryn Melgoza!   

Houston Studio Baby Photographer - Luke

Oh my goodness, be still my heart!! This has got to be one of the best set of locks I’ve ever seen on a little one! The only thing more adorable than this sweet family was Luke’s hair. I am so excited that I was able to document such a special time in this family’s story.  And being a Houston Studio Baby Photographer, I can do just that!

Mr. Luke decided he couldn’t wait to make his earthly debut, so he got to spend some extra time in the NICU to make sure he was the healthiest, happiest baby boy possible! It’s obviously true what they say that the best things in life are worth waiting for! Anxiously waiting for my niece to grace us with her presence was the longest 3 hours of my life! (Which she finally did, hands balled into tiny little fists, ready to take on the world!) I can only imagine the anticipation and excitement Luke’s mommy and daddy felt as they waited to get their hands on their precious angel.

About this Houston Baby Photography Session

We planned for both outdoor and studio shots for the little guy. First we started with some individual shots of Luke. He was dressed in a set of knit overalls from Darling Baby, using Folkati rugs, some of my absolute favorites for newborn shots! To finish up the session, we went to an adorable little local park to highlight the fun this family so obviously enjoys together.

It was an absolute pleasure to get to know this beautiful family. Luke, I can’t wait to see what the future has in store for you and your darling parents.

Taryn Melgoza is a premier and fine art photographer specializing in 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 Baby Photographer - Fin

I think being a Houston Newborn Baby Photographer is the best job anyone could have.  I loved meeting this little guy and his name really stuck out to me.  A name is more than a mere title, a name is the source of your identity. Simply put, there’s a reason teachers ask each student their preferred pronunciation of their name. Well, with a name like Fin, it’s obvious an awesome little man is in the making!

Fin was one of the easiest babes to work with, he was such a laid back, handsome little model baby! Let me tell you, he was an absolute dream to pose! My hands-down favorite position was of his little arm nestled behind his sweet head, laid back, pondering the complexities of baby-hood. Overalls were perfect for this big boy who weighed in at birth at a whopping 8+ pounds! We decided to work with muted tones of blue, grey and green giving this shoot an earthy, rustic feel.

It was a joy and pleasure to get to meet with, plan and work with Fin’s parents! I adored getting to know both of them- it’s always a wonderful experience when your relationship with your clients can bud into a new friendship. This bundle of joy is mom and dad’s first child, so of course I wanted to make sure this shoot perfectly captured this exciting time in their family’s new journey! I’m sure there will be countless beautiful memories and moments enjoyed by this adorable family and their handsome little man.

Taryn Melgoza is a premier and fine art photographer specializing in 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 Photography Session - Mila

Golden tutus...lace teepees...floral headbands...cream, lace rompers and beautiful baby girls….these are a few of my favorite things! Oh wait, that's not how the song goes?... Whoops!!  I am absolutely obsessed with styling these Houston Baby Photography Session, so this was so fun to me!

This shoot with Ms. Mila was the perfect example of how one of the more challenging parts of our jobs as photographers can easily become one our favorites. I am constantly looking to build the diversity of props and textures used in my sessions. When I came across this lace teepee, I instantly knew it would be perfect for sessions with beautiful little princesses like Mila.

About this Houston Baby Photography Session

As with any child, it took some time for little Mila to warm up to a new environment. But let me tell you! The wait was more than worth it! After getting a little more relaxed with me and her new setting, we were able to get a ton of silly smiles, goofy giggles and happy grins. I absolutely adored the cream lace romper and floral headpiece Mila’s mom had her styled in! Not to mention the darling pink and gold tutu we were able to use. Mila was nothing short of breathtaking with her bouncing brown curls and huge, chocolate puppy dog eyes.

The diverse combination of colors, textures, props and outfits truly made this shoot magical. We were able to capture such a fun time in Mila’s journey. It was an absolute joy to provide her parent’s with a little keepsake of this beautiful but fleeting time in all three of their lives.

Taryn Melgoza is a premier and fine art photographer specializing in 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.

Houstons Best Baby Photographer - Greyson

Sitter milestone sessions are so much fun for me.  The sweet babies are just finding their tiny little personalities.  I love the challenge, too, of getting those big 'ol snaggle tooth grins.  Greyson was no exception and I just loved spending time with him and his sweet family.  Being Houstons Best Baby Photographer, I just can't even get over how lucky I am. 

About this Baby Photography Session

Little tiny fingers, little tiny toes, dreamy eyelashes, and a sweet smile.  This age is the sweetest age.  These babies are such little snugglers, they are finding their own personalities, and they just love attention.  Sweet Greyson, if you want attention?  I'll give it to you!  I think it's also ultra exciting to imagine this baby boy as a big brother to his baby sister.  Her protector for life and one of her best friends.I loved that we were able to incorporate mama's sweet gender reveal, another huge milestone during this sitter session.  These moments sometimes make my heart skip a beat and just genuinely appreciate my life, and be happy for these amazing clients of mine.  Be sure to scroll below for highlights from this session and be sure to get in touch if you'd like to book your very own baby planner session!

Taryn Melgoza is a premier and fine art photographer specializing in 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.

Houstons Best Fine Art Newborn Photographer

I am so excited because I have so many blogs to be sharing with everyone!  This sweet baby girl that I am sharing was so precious and she slept so incredibly well.  I am always so thankful for these sweet babies who just like to wiggle their way into my heart.  Being Houstons Best Fine Art Newborn Photographer, I had the pleasure of spending the morning with this perfect little family. 

About this Houston Newborn Session

Have you ever just sat and stared at your husband as he interacts with your babies?  It's one of my favorite things to do when we spend time together as a family.  His hands in relation to my children are so powerful, so big compared to theirs, and so used.  Theirs are so tender, so gentle, and so fresh.  The way only he knows how to make them giggle, the way my daughter looks at him with her beautiful brown eyes... it makes me melt into a puddle the size of Texas.I can't forget the way that my husband teaches my son to be a man.  To help in the yard, to show him how to love me and to protect his baby sister.  And babies... they just know how to melt their daddies in a way that no one else can.  When my first born came earth side, my husband just sat and cried.  Overcome with emotion and in turn, so was I.So when mom requested and convinced her husband to take a unique shot of him and baby, I was thrilled and just know that they will treasure that art that we created together forever.  I am so grateful for each one of my clients.

Taryn Melgoza is a premier and fine art photographer specializing in 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.

Fine Art Newborn Photographer Houston

I am so excited to share this sweet Fine Art Newborn Photographer Houston session with you all.  If you missed this sweet family's maternity session, you can find it here!  It was such a b eautiful session, so to say that I was super excited for this newborn session, is a little bit of an understatement. 

About this Newborn Session

This sweet baby was a doll to work with.  I know I say it often, but it really takes me back to when my kids were just little and tiny.  And for that, I am so grateful.  When I was a little girl, I never envisioned myself being a businesswoman.  I never envisioned myself being anything, really... but I always knew that I wanted to be a mother.  I pictured my house filled with the sounds of little laughter, of my curly headed little girl running to greet her daddy from a long day of work, the heavenly squeals that erupt from her now are something that were made from my dreams.The way her fingers curl around my neck when I am rocking her to sleep, the way she rubs my cheek when we lay in my bed is just a touch of what I could possibly imagine when I was little.  And when we snuggle in the bed, and she leans over to kiss me, just to say that she loves me... I am convinced that that is what heaven on earth must FEEL like.I am so excited for this journey for you, Everleigh and for your sweet mama.  You, my new friend, are seriously what dreams are made of and I am so honored I got to be one of the first people you met.

Taryn Melgoza is a premier and fine art photographer specializing in 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.

Houstons Best Fine Art Birthday Photographer

It's incredible how many babies and families I get to meet with my line of work.  Sometimes, I think to myself how blessed me and business are.  These are tangible memories my clients and I create together, and it's such an honor to play such an integral role in their lives.  Sweet Clara and her mommy saw me a bunch this year so it was so fun to watch her grow and I was so excited for her last session to complete out the baby plan that they chose.I loved this session so much so, that I have one of them hanging in my studio (the wedding shoe shot)!!!  This family was a complete dream to work with.

About this Houston Child Session

I look back on my children's first year of life.  The first couple of weeks- adjusting to the sleepless nights.. partly because the babes needed fed, but partly because I was terrified of the newness.  I blinked and before I knew it, they were crawling.  Between being a newborn and crawling, I got to see those first smiles, the way my babies lit up when I would pick them up, the safety and comfort I provided was a feeling I cannot ever forget.After they started crawling, it seemed like I blinked again and they were walking.  This first year is so easily forgotten and goes by so incredibly fast.  So when these sweet mamas choose a baby plan, I know that they will cling to these images in the same way that I do mine.  It's such an honor to be this person for them. <3  Be sure to scroll below to see the highlights from sweet Clara's session!

Taryn Melgoza is a premier and fine art photographer specializing in 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.

Houstons Best Fine Art Maternity Photographer - Jessica W

Happy Wednesday everyone!  Its been a busy week of sessions so I think it's safe to say the fall crazy busy season has begun!   Always tough deciding which sessions to blog, but this one was so beautiful, so I naturally picked it.  This was one of my most memorable Fine Art Maternity sessions and I just loved everything about it.  Let me paint the picture for you.

About this Houston Fine Art Maternity Session

Golden evening light, pink flowy dress, your prince charming, beautiful mama... it's seriously something out of a fairy tale.  So much so, I would go as far as saying this reminded me of Cinderella and Prince Charming.  I remember watching this movie as a little girl.  It was my favorite Disney movies.  To me, it just felt magical.  And what little girl doesn't dream about magic.  Little did I know, when I was watching that movie, one day, I would create my own fairy tale.  It was much different than in the movies, but a fairy tale none-the-less.The pitter-pat of tiny little toes running through the house, the look my prince charming gives my babies when they are snuggling on the couch, the softness my daughter has when she plays with my hair, it's seriously what dreams are made of.  This sweet mama and her prince charming will get to experience that when their new arrival comes and I just want to jump for joy for each client who walks through my doors.  It's hard to describe what that overwhelming sense of the purest of love feels like.  And it's only to be experienced when you have children.  It's just... everything. <3Hair and makeup (which I always recommend) by: Bridgette Stockton of Beauty Call Hair and Make-up 

Taryn Melgoza is a premier and fine art photographer specializing in 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 Fine Art Newborn Photography - Baby Landon

Welcome to my little, humble spot on the web.  I am so glad you're here and reading this.  Blogging is something that is very time consuming but also very important.  Important to you, as a potential client, and important to me to keep myself accountable and present in my galleries and to monitor (and appreciate) my growth.  Over the course of the years, I have done a multitude of types of sessions.  And over the years, I finally figured out what my favorite and specialty is- the art of newborn photography.  After this realization, I also knew that aside from just a newborn photographer, I wanted to specialize in Houston Fine Art Newborn Photography.

About this newborn photography session

You know what I love most about newborn pictures?  The smell of their sweet fuzzy little heads.  That's different, right?  haha, I embrace my uniqueness and let me explain.  You see, I have two kids of my own.  And each time I do a session, it makes me remember my own babies.  It helps me to hold onto those moments that I desperately cling on to.  Moments that, at the time, didn't necessarily register how HUGE they were going to be, but moments that I desperately NEED to remember.That first cry.  The first glorious cry that you hear when your baby is born.  That warmth when you do skin-to-skin for the first time- physically and a warmth in your heart that is so overwhelming and so time-stop worthy- all you can do is cry when you look at this little human in your arms.  The toe curling pain when they latch on for the first time, but you keep doing it because that's what our bodies are designed to do and you'd do anything for this little thing.  And if you chose not to nurse, let me not forget those sweet little noises that our babies make when they drink milk of any kind.  That noise that sounds like comfort and love all coming from this tiny soul.  And then the smell of their fuzzy heads.  The freshness, the smell that I'll never forget... I can't forget it.  The smell that reminded me that they once lived in my belly, but now, I hold them in my arms.  The feeling of comfort that only I or my husband could provide.  Those moments- let me never forget.  Pictures take me back in time and I am so grateful for them.  Thank you for bringing your babies to me so I can go back in time and remember just how much moments mean. 

What makes me different than other newborn photographers in Houston?

What exactly is Fine Art Photography?  When you come to me, I want to make your experience like no other that you have had.  I want you to remember our time together and my clients leave my studio at the end of their session clients-turned-friends.  We meet and talk on the phone to plan each session together, spend as much time as we need at your session and after.  I help from wardrobe all the way up to which pictures you want hung in your home.  It's an experience that I know I want to offer to every person who walks into my world. 

Taryn Melgoza is a premier and fine art photographer specializing in 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 Fine Art Maternity Photographer - Edna

Have you ever gone through images from your past?  When you do, do memories come rushing to you?  The smell of the house that the picture was taken in, the way it was decorated (beautiful to you despite how dated that image looks these days to others), the sounds that were going on around you.  It's incredible what one image that you hold in our hands can create.  In your heart, in your mind, and the tangible memory that just a single portrait can do for you.  I met Edna and her sweet family back in May.  Being a Houston Fine Art Maternity Photographer, my goal is to create these tangible memories for each one of my clients. 

What do these documented memories look like?

Perhaps these memories will be for big sister.  The way her mom looked that evening when we did this session.  Having two kids of my own, I can completely relate to the feeling of extra weight, love wrinkles, some on my hips, some on my thighs and on some days... just not feeling beautiful-especially because of how quickly our bodies change during pregnancy.  But good heavens, the way that her oldest looked at her that night.  I think in that moment, big sister thought her mama was the most beautiful woman to walk the face of the earth.  And I agreed that night.  But those looks.  They demand to be documented.That happiness, the smell of the new summer blooms, the sound of the crickets, those annoying mosquitoes that aggravate nearly everyone, but the laughs we all got from it, and the pats coming from mama's tummy of a new life that soon will be earth side.Let me not forget the daddy!  They seem, sometimes, to get lost in the hustle and bustle of this new baby and new everything.  I will never forget the way that my husband looked the day he met my kids for the first time.  He explained to me that the tears that rolled down his face each time, were not only pure and perfect love for my children.  But that they were overwhelming sense of relief, happiness, and of course love.  Love.  Dad's provide safety and a love that is immeasurable and like no other.  Very unique to a man, but very needed.I am so grateful I played this part in this documentation of this part of their lives.  I hope sweet Edna and her beautiful and perfect family cherish these memories for many years to come. <3

Taryn Melgoza is a premier and fine art photographer specializing in 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 Girl Photographer

I have started to catch up (again) on blogging and am so extremely excited to get into the fall craze with client pictures that is coming very soon.  Being a Houston photographer, juggling work, family life, and everything in between, there is just always a bit of crazy!!  I would not have it any other way! ;)  Up next on the blog is this Houston Baby Girl Photographer session, sweet Charlize. 

About this Houston Newborn Photography Session

We took to my South Houston (Pearland) studio to document this fleeting time for this sweet family.  This session was shot in May and I just loved the way it all turned out.  Charlize was SUCH a beautiful baby and I was honored when my husband's cousin reached out to me to be their Houston Baby Girl Photographer!  We did this session in the studio about 10 days after Charlize was born, which I have found to an ideal time to photograph a newborn session.  Photographing a newborn around this age is important because it’s easier to create those adorable posed photos while they are still sleepy and squishy.It is SO essential we document that newborn phase before they grow out of it (which happens insanely fast).    Charlize had a lovely head of hair which made it fun picking out headbands for her session.  I loved her froggy pose on the mint color blanket so much, its now a 20x30 canvas in the studio for all to see!  The family and parent photos from this session are some of my favorites too.  They chose one of my popular Baby Collections with multiple sessions throughout baby’s first year, so I will be seeing them often over the next few months and I can’t wait to watch Charlize grow!

Taryn Melgoza is a premier and fine art photographer specializing in 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 Fine Art Newborn Photographer, Mac

Whew!  Blogs, blogs, and more blogs.  I just want to take the opportunity to shout out to the rooftops how incredibly proud of my colleagues I am.  You know, when I decided that I wanted to pave the path to become a Houston Fine Art Newborn Photographer, I did not wholly recognize how much work goes into this job.  From blogging, to staying relevant on Google, to emailing, to styling each session for the parents, from sending contracts, retainers, invoices, and sooooooooooo much more, I feel like anyone who owns their own business really deserves a huge pat on the back.Do not get me wrong, I would have it no other way, but I do feel it is important to note that when you book a session with me, it goes far beyond just clicking a picture with my camera.  Literally, my blood, sweat and tears (some happy, some not so much) has gone into this career and I am SO happy you're here and you support this hard work.  So for that, thank you.  And to all my colleagues in the industry... you ROCK, you really do!  Up next on the blog is sweet Mac! 

About this Houston Newborn Photography Session

We took to my Houston newborn studio to document sweet Mac's arrival and very first few days of his new little life.  We included parent and sibling shots, which are always a joy to me.  Mac was such a sweet little guy.  He is the first BOY for this family so his parents really wanted to incorporate muted boy colors to keep his session timeless and gender appropriate.  His parents are UT fans so we made sure to incorporate some burnt orange into his session with one of the prop shots.  Big sister was so excited to be included and was just so easy to work with.  I love it when siblings make my job easy!When mom and dad hired me to be their Houston Fine Art Newborn Photographer, I was over the moon excited.  I especially love that since I am a full service photographer, that their experience does not end at the session.  It goes beyond that.  We meet a couple short weeks later to go over their images together, and also to pick out collections that fit their needs best.  We talk about the first few weeks of their new life and it gives us all a sense of knowing one another better.  I love my job.  I love my clients.  This really is a dream and I am so grateful for the trust they have in me. <3

Taryn Melgoza is a premier and fine art photographer specializing in 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.

Outdoor Houston Maternity Photography by Taryn Melgoza

Happy Thursday everyone!  I am so excited to be sharing yet another maternity portrait session (I cannot get enough of these baby bumps, you guys)!   I think for me, I love these Outdoor Houston Maternity Photography sessions so much because of what's to come for these amazing families that I get to see.  New life, new baby, new everything.  It's incredible to watch the growth and love and see it right in front of my very eyes.  Man, I got a little mushy there for a minute, but that's ok.  That's how I roll.  And have I mentioned lately how much I love my job?!

About this Outdoor Houston Maternity Photography Session

We took to my favorite field that's on private property just south of Houston.  Of course, with all these Outdoor Houston Maternity Photography sessions, I just love using natural light.  It creates an ethereal and dreamy feel for these beautiful maternity pictures.  Since this was their first baby, no other siblings were photographed (maybe one day, right?!).  We used a maternity dress that mama brought and also one of my blue gowns from my studio wardrobe.This couple was so excited to meet their first baby, a sweet baby girl.  They wanted to document their pregnancy with a beautiful maternity session that focused on their love and excitement surrounding the arrival of their baby girl.  Mama is absolutely GORGEOUS so it made my job too easy.  We chose a favorite location among my clients located South of Houston on private property.  The location was perfect as it allowed us to focus on the connection of this lovely couple and also gave us some beautiful dreamy evening light.  It was shot in May of 2016 and they just welcomed their baby girl in late June.  I photographed her newborn session and can’t wait to share it!  They booked one of my popular Baby Collections with multiple sessions through baby girl’s first year of life, so I will be seeing them again very soon (and I cannot wait)!

Taryn Melgoza is a premier and fine art photographer specializing in 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.

Here it is!  The official announcement for 2016 Fall Mini Sessions!  I would love to document your Houston Family Portraits this year in one of my Fall Mini Sessions.  There will be two dates and locations this year:--Saturday October 15th, regular fall minis in the Houston area--Sunday November 13th, Christmas Tree Farm minis in Manvel

Signs up will open THIS Thursday August 18th at 6pm. I will be using an online sign-up system to reserve time slots this year. **Please make sure you add yourself to the newsletter as the link to reserve your time slot will be sent by newsletter first!Subscribe to the newsletter HERE

Details: There will be a $50.00+ tax deposit to reserve your spot along with a completed contract.  Your remaining balance will be paid 3 days prior to your session. In the event of rain, I will offer a reschedule date or you may apply your deposit to a full session. An online invoice will be sent one week prior to your session for your remaining balance.

Each client will receive 10 edited digital images with print release.  The photographer will choose the best 10 images from the session and will deliver an online downloadable gallery. By signing up for a mini session, you understand that the images you receive are chosen by the photographer.  Additional images may be available for purchase.

Space is limited and time slots will fill on a first come, first serve basis. I can't wait to see your families soon for your Houston Family Portraits!! <3   

Taryn Melgoza is a premier and fine art photographer specializing in 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 Styled Children Portraits

Happy Wednesday, everyone!  I hope you are all having an amazing week.  This week has already been busy with several newborn sessions, a one year portrait session, and a fun girl's night (or mom's night) out watching the new hit movie: Bad Mom's.  For us mom's, it was such a funny and relatable movie.  I highly recommend!!  We've also been watching the Olympics every night and its been so much fun to see these amazing athletes compete!  Any who, next up on the blog is sweet Caraline and her Houston Styled Children Portraits and documenting her big 6th birthday!!!

About this Houston Photography Session

I have been photographing Caraline since she was 6 months old.  I am beyond honored that I have been able to watch this beautiful girl grow in front of my eyes and document her growth in front of my lens.  She is fun, gorgeous, and sweet as pie!  Her mom is insanely creative and always has the best ideas for her yearly styled sessions.  This year, mom brought along pink flamingo float and the mint colored bicycle with a floral basket to use in her portraits and they were both PERFECT!   Caraline’s portraits are hands down some of my favorite children portraits to date.   If you would like more information on how to book a Houston Styled Children Portraits photography session, be sure to get in touch!  And if you'd like to see the highlights from this perfect session, be sure to keep scrolling below.

Taryn Melgoza is a premier and fine art photographer specializing in 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.

Baby Girl Cake Smash Houston Photography, Elle

It seems like I have not blogged in a while.  So welcome, how are you guys doing and I sincerely hope that if you are following along in this journey with me, you are enjoying seeing me grow as an artist.  Up next this week is sweet Elle and her Baby Girl Cake Smash Houston Photography session.  We took to my favorite field to document this sweet time in her life for her cake smash and family session.  We shot this session a couple months ago and we had so much fun. 

How we styled this baby photography session in Houston

Since this was this precious' family's first baby, I really wanted to style this shoot well and intentional.  Because that first year milestone is so imperative and so special, I wanted my clients to feel how special this time really is.  I had the pleasure of photographing this family’s maternity and newborn photos in 2015.  So I was honored when they contacted me to document Elle’s first birthday portraits.  It's always such an honor.  Mom had a lovely themed picked out for Elle’s party.  She brought several of these items to use as props during the session.  We started the session with some family and parent poses.  I believe these are always mandatory to include in a first birthday session.Then the rest of the session focused on sweet Elle!  We incorporated several floral touches and the popular ruffle teepee (a client favorite!)!  We wrapped up the session with a cake smash…Elle wasn’t too sure about the icing but that is common since it IS a sugar overload!  I absolutely love the way this session turned out and I know the parents will treasure these images for years to come.

Taryn Melgoza is a premier and fine art photographer specializing in 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.