Let Them Be Little: Why Styled Childhood Portraits Matter

There’s something about childhood that’s almost impossible to put into words. One minute, your little one is learning how to crawl, and the next they’re carefully picking out their own outfit or asking for something that makes them feel just a little more grown up. These years, the messy, magical, make-believe ones, go by so much faster than we expect. And somewhere in the midst of everyday life, school runs, soccer practice, bedtime battles, we forget how fleeting it all is.

As a mom of five girls, I’ve lived this firsthand. I’ve seen personalities bloom, interests change, and tiny faces grow into young adults in what feels like the blink of an eye. That’s why I believe so deeply in the power of documenting childhood, not just in the big moments, but in the quiet, in-between ones too.

Styled childhood portraits are one of my favorite ways to celebrate children here in Los Angeles. These sessions aren’t just about the photos (though yes, the photos are incredible). They’re about the experience. It’s a chance for your child to feel seen, celebrated, and special. For girls, that might mean slipping into a fairytale dress, running barefoot through a field, or spinning until they collapse in giggles. For boys, maybe it’s a sharp outfit that makes them feel cool and confident, or simply the freedom to be themselves, climbing, laughing, exploring, without anyone telling them to sit still and smile. And here’s the thing, when you give a child that space, they shine.

Something beautiful happens when we allow kids to be kids while honoring how extraordinary they are. They light up. They play. They feel important. And we get to freeze that energy, that wonder, in a way that photos from a phone or a rushed family session just can’t always capture. These portraits aren’t just for now. They’re for when they’re older, when they’ve outgrown the dress or the phase or the fascination with bowties. They’re for you to look back on when you’re wondering where the time went. They’re for them to remember how it felt to be loved and celebrated just for being who they are. Because childhood deserves to be documented not just with holiday cards or milestone shots, but with moments that reflect the magic and imagination that define these years.

Whether it’s a one-on-one styled shoot or a portrait session that lets your child’s personality shine, I hope you take the time to capture it. Trust me it’s worth it!

If this resonates with you, I’d love to help you create something truly special for your child. You can reach out with questions or ideas anytime. I’m always happy to chat!

Ready to book? Send me a message and let’s dream something up together. Because these moments are worth remembering — beautifully, joyfully, and forever.