Milwaukee Baby Photography

Milwaukee baby girl's photography sitter session

Milwaukee Baby boy photography reaching for birthday cake

Milwaukee baby girl's first birthday photography cake smash session

Milwaukee baby boy's first birthday photography cake smash session

THEIR FIRST YEAR

I know you’ve heard it before

Their first year goes by so quickly…

We all hear it said time and time again, but we don't realize how true it really is until it's gone. Every milestone, every new skill, and yes even every additional patch of wispy baby hair should be celebrated during your baby's first year of life. Because these moments are FLEETING! So capture them while you can, Mama! I create an exclusive and stress-free Milwaukee baby photography experience for my Mamas - so that you can spend more of your precious time enjoying your little one.

CREATING TANGIBLE ARTWORK OF THE STORY OF YOUR LIFE.

ARE YOU READY TO CAPTURE THIS MOMENT?

Ten tiny fingers and wrinkley toes. Wispy baby hairs. Funny little baby teeth. Chunky baby thighs, and all those buttery rolls.

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THE PROCESS

How we create an

uncomplicated and seamless Milwaukee baby photography experience

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First Step: Contact for availability

If you’ve taken a look around and love my photos then let’s work together! You can fill out my contact form here which will get us in touch to start talking all the pretty details! We will discuss my available session dates, packages and upgrades with you. You can choose to book one session or join my Baby’s First Year Membership and have everything documented from your little one’s first year of life. Most of my clients join the membership to take advantage of the savings. I recommend booking your session 2-4 months ahead of time.

Next Step: Baby styling session

This is where the fun begins! During your consultation I will review with you personalized background and outfit styling options for your Milwaukee baby photography session to match your vision. Whether that’s custom balloons, a floral garland, or special props to personalize the session for your baby. Part of this process involves discussing your baby’s favorite things, the colors of your nursery, etc. That way this session paints a beautiful story of the life of your little one.

Next Step: I photograph your session

The big day has finally arrived and so have you and your baby! On the day of your baby’s photography session I take care of everything; setting up your background and having all the little details ready to go so that all you have to do is show up and be ready to help me get those million dollar smiles out of your sweet little one! I always have a list of shots and poses I plan to capture for your session, but you are always welcome to request specific photographs you would like for your session. So you can relax, and have fun cheesing it up with your little cutie!

Final Step: Gallery Reveal and Ordering

It’s time for the big reveal! Your baby’s reveal gallery will be scheduled within 4 weeks of your session for you to view your images and choose your artwork. Gallery upgrades are also available should you choose to purchase additional images.

EXPLORE MY PORTFOLIO

My featured Milwaukee Baby Photography Sessions

Brace your hearts for some cuteness overload! Here are some of my favorite photo galleries of some of the most precious Milwaukee babies that I’ve gotten to capture during their first year of life.

Milwaukee baby boy's half birthday 6 month photography session

Weston's half birthday

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Amari's First Birthday

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Levi's first trip around the sun

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Milwaukee 3 month baby boy easter bunny photography session

Mekhi's 3 month session

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Amelia's sitter session

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STEP 1: CONTACT FOR AVAILABILITY

Send me a message and schedule a free consultation

STEP 2: CLIENT STYLING SESSION

We’ll set up a consultation and styling session to plan all the pretty details

STEP 3: I PHOTOGRAPH YOUR SESSION

You’ll Enjoy a luxury photography experience

STEP 4: I EDIT & DELIVER YOUR FINAL IMAGES

After I am done obsessing over your photos, I walk you through selecting your favorites to have showcased in your home

TYPES OF SESSIONS

Milwaukee Baby photography sessions are perfect for:

SITTER SESSIONS

Your sweet little baby is now sitting up! This is a special new milestone worth capturing!

MILK BATH SESSIONS

These sessions are offered both indoors or outdoors and absolutely precious! Your baby bath can include flowers, fruit, or other sweet elements to personalize your session.

HALF BIRTHDAY SESSIONS

Half way to one! Your little one keeps changing in the blink of an eye! Pudgy little feet, and chunky baby thighs. Capture that sweet in between stage.

FIRST BIRTHDAY SESSIONS

You’ve got a little ONE year old! Capture this milestone with a cake smash or with sweet posed photos, balloons or greenery! Whatever theme fits your little ONE’s personality best! Looking for some tips for your little one’s cake smash session? Check out my blog post all about smash cake tips here.

I´M READY TO CAPTURE THESE MOMENTS!

MILWAUKEE’S EXCLUSIVE BABY PHOTOGRAPHER

WHAT TO EXPECT

Session Consultation – to make your vision come to life.

Personalized styling for your session.

Outfit styling and suggestions for your little one.

Access to my client closet – to save you time and make your session day a breeze.

Custom built designs, props, and set ups ready to go for your little one’s session.

Gallery reveal appointment.

Your choice of images from your gallery to create custom artwork to fill your home.

LOVELY NOTES

REAL QUOTES FROM REAL CLIENTS

“The end results are STUNNING!”

From idea to final product, the whole process was smooth and easy. Rachel had excellent recommendations on how to prepare and what to wear for the best pictures. She was upbeat, encouraging, and patient with my girls throughout the photo shoot. Her studio has beautiful lighting and is spotless. She was flexible with adding in ideas we had last minute.

The end results are STUNNING! I could not be happier with how she has captured my family and daughters.

Absolutely recommend her to anyone!

VIVIEN LEIGHT - BUSINESS COACH

“She helped so much with posing“

We absolutely loved our session with Rachel! She helped so much with posing and allowing us to be ourselves to just enjoy the moment truly a great experience!! Can’t wait for next time!

ASHLEY CORBISIER

“from START to FINISH, Rachel provided excellent service”

Let me say that from START to FINISH, Rachel provided excellent service as we talked about color and outfit selections, what things I would or wouldn’t like, keeping things comfortable during photos, her staying patient throughout the shoot while managing 2 littles’ personalities and the post photo shoot process including turn around time of viewing and choosing favorites after editing completed.

Thank you Rachel Harmeling Photography for capturing these memories that we will cherish forever ❤️

ANNA BRYAN

CHOOSE A PACKAGE AND ENROLL TODAY

HOW MUCH IS MY INVESTMENT?

Baby Portraits

Styling Session & Consultion

Choice of indoor or outdoor session

Choice of 1 of 8 beautiful location options

Choice of select props

Choice of background

Choice of balloons or greenery

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Prints and images sold separately – Full details provided upon inquiry HERE

Creative fee

350

A STRESS-FREE LUXURY PHOTOGRAPHY EXPERIENCE

ARE YOU READY TO CREATE CUSTOM ARTWORK OF YOUR LIFE?

I´M READY TO APPLY

I STILL HAVE A FEW QUESTIONS

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I pick a theme for my baby's session?

I love when Mamas already have a theme or look in mind for their baby’s session. But if you don’t; that’s ok too! We can style your baby’s session by reviewing things your baby likes (their favorite cartoon character or their favorite toy – stuffed bears). Or the color in your nursery (pink, blue, green yellow) and I can build a custom scene based off of just a few of those things for your baby’s session. That way the session is memorable and meaningful to you and your baby; to tell the story of their life.

Does my baby have to be sitting up independently to have baby photos taken?

No, you can have baby photos taken even when baby isn’t quite yet able to sit up independently. This is one of the questions I will ask during your consultation process with me so that I know what props will be needed so that baby is comfortable and safe for our session together. Baskets, moses baskets, tummy photos, and being cradled in Mama’s arms at this stage are just a few ways we can still capture some breath-taking images of your little one.

Do you have a Payment Plan?

Yes, I do offer payment plans upon request!

How do I book a session?

To book a session for your little one you can click here to get in contact with me. After you have submitted my contact form I will be in touch with you via email within 24-48 hours where I will review packages and dates available with you.