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I'm Catherine, and I'm so glad you're here! This blog is where I share beautiful client stories and photos, along with tips and strategies to help family photographers grow thriving businesses. Stick around and get inspired!

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Building a Photography Website: Tips from a Newborn Session in Boulder, CO

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Building a Photography Website: Tips from a Newborn Session in Boulder, CO

Creating a stunning photography website doesn’t happen overnight, but it’s essential for showcasing your work and attracting wonderful clients like the Ridoutt family. Their recent newborn session reminded me how important a well-designed website is for family photographers. Your site isn’t just a portfolio. It’s often the first impression potential clients have of your work, […]

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Beyond the Camera: How I Automated My Way to Work-Life Balance

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Beyond the Camera: How I Automated My Way to Work-Life Balance

Remember when you became a photographer to capture beautiful moments, not to become a full-time email responder? The right programs don’t just organize your business – they give you back your time. As I wrapped up a cozy in-home session in Colorado recently, I realized how different things feel now. No post-session anxiety about forgetting […]

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Mom and dad share a tender moment during a dreamy newborn session

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Creating a Dreamy Newborn Session in Your Home: Tips for Parents

As a professional photographer specializing in light and airy family sessions, I understand that welcoming a newborn into your home is both an exciting and overwhelming experience. Many parents dream of capturing this special time, and a dreamy newborn session can make those memories last forever. However, the thought of organizing a photography session can […]

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Baby poses for a stuffed lamb newborn session in Broomfield, CO

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Stuffed Lamb Newborn Session | Broomfield, CO

At Catherine Chamberlain Photography, I cherish the opportunity to capture tender family moments, and this recent stuffed lamb newborn session in Broomfield, CO, was no exception. This in-home lifestyle newborn session featured a beautiful family welcoming their newest member, a baby girl. With the parents and their energetic toddler brother by her side, the warmth […]

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The Importance of Print

I’m not sure there is anything more precious than a tiny newborn! I was so privileged to capture this special period of time in their life. But this was not the first major event I’ve captured for the Sharp Family. I also took their first child’s newborn photos which you can view HERE. They’ve also […]

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Mom dad and big brother sit on the couch holding their newborn

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Newborn Session Safety Considerations | Catherine Chamberlain Photography

This blog is meant to educate you as a client regarding newborn session safety considerations. As a new parent, I want to help eliminate any safety concerns you might have during your light and airy newborn session. My lifestyle newborn sessions are taken in your home, so that probably already relieves any stress of having […]

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Little girl holds her new sister and looks at the camera while laying on the floor

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Denver Indoor Newborn Session | Rademacher Family

The Rademacher Family was thrilled to welcome their new baby girl to the world! It’s a surreal feeling to bring another baby home. Suddenly your toddler seems like a teenager compared to the tiny infant in your arms. This big sister was so proud of her new sibling and was a dream to work with. […]

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Mother kisses the cheek of her five week old baby

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Indoor Colorado Newborn Session | Boulder, CO

Everything about this indoor Colorado newborn session was a dream. The Hengemuhle family welcomed me right into their aesthetically pleasing home. Their woodland nursery made for a perfect photo shoot setting, and we also utilized other well-lit places in the house. Their little boy, just five weeks old at the time, was a perfect angel […]

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Big sister kissed her swaddled newborn brother during a musical themed newborn session

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Musical Themed Newborn Session | Dame Family

This musical themed newborn session was a joy to capture. Every member of the family found themselves obsessed with their newest arrival. This lovely family opened up their bright home for light and airy indoor newborn photos. Their home was cozy and inviting, and what made the session extra special was the guitar we incorporated—the […]

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These are my top 5 programs that I cannot live without as a family photographer

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Programs I Can’t Live Without as a Family Photographer

This blog is to inform start-up family photographers of the top 5 programs I can’t live without to run my business. My tag line on Instagram is, “Helping family photographers reach their first $50k without living on IG or leaving another night of the week.” This begins with having the right foundation of programs that […]

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Little newborn baby poses in a swaddle with a bow on and eyes open

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Winter Indoor Newborn Session | Westminster, CO

One of my favorite aspects of a newborn session is the people I get to incorporate. Typically, in a newborn session we all know who the star of the show is, and rightfully so. Yet, the cherished memories extend beyond just the newborn; they encompass all the loved ones who share in this significant moment. […]

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Precious newborn baby girl sleeps with smile on her face and hat with ears on her head

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Precious Newborn Baby Girl | Frederick, CO

Is there really a better way to bring in the New Year than by welcoming a precious newborn baby girl into the world? I’m sure that is exactly how the Miller family felt! If you are wondering what our session was like, imagine sitting in the living room with good friends. The conversation flowed so […]

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