Introducing newborn Xia (She-ah)! Weighing 6 pounds and a few ounces, she is such a cute little bundle!
Because Xia is half Chinese, I thought that it would be fun to include some of the traditional flowers of China in her newborn photography session. So, I made a crepe paper peony and a cherry blossom wreath in which to pose her. The peony is the national flower of China. Esteemed as one of the most exquisite flowers, the peony signifies richness, opulence, beauty, honor and high social status. A symbol of spring, it is also used as a metaphor for female beauty and reproduction. In full bloom, the peony symbolizes peace. The cherry blossom represents feminine beauty and power.
Needless to say, Xia has captured her parents’ hearts! Alex and Michelle, despite being exhausted, were beaming with pride at their new daughter. Even when "poop happened" all over Alex's white shirt we were all laughing! Here are a few of my favorites!
P.S. Xia’s mom is a highly skilled digital painter and I can’t wait to see which image she chooses to paint!
6 comments
Apr 5, 2016 1:24:50 AM
Lois - These images are absolutely exquisite!! Such a beautiful family!!
Apr 5, 2016 12:09:20 AM
Nikki Harrison - Simply breath taking!! Beautiful captures and beautiful family!
Apr 4, 2016 11:07:11 AM
Linda Packard - Thank you so much!
Apr 4, 2016 8:06:34 AM
Linda Packard - Thank you for the compliments on my work! we had so much fun that day!
Apr 4, 2016 4:01:27 AM
Barb Grabinski - Stunning. I can't believe how many you got of Xia while she was calm and sleeping, My favorites are the top one of Heather and Xia and the black and white of the top of her head and the one to the left of that of Alex and Xia and the one third row up frm the bottom on the right where she is just wearing a headband.
Apr 3, 2016 9:32:47 PM
Sheila Gardner - These are just gorgeous. Beautiful work and congratulations to all of you. Delighted for you.
Sheila Gardner