I'm Michelle
Because you shouldn’t have to choose just one moment to remember, this is your way to hold on to the whole story.
Because some moments are meant to be seen as they unfold, movement, emotion, and the beauty of this season, just as it was.
Choosing the right photographer for your family portraits is a process, but when you find your perfect match for your style, that’s when magic happens! That close relationship that builds throughout the duration of your portrait sessions cannot be paralleled.
I’ve been photographing this family for the last two years and absolutely treasure when clients become friends, as they have. So far we have captured the maternity, newborn, 6 month and 1 year milestones through my Collective Membership Program! I will also be seeing them again at my annual Motherhood Event in a few short weeks.
Dawson and his daddy have such a sweet and special relationship! He loves his dad, and they were both all smiles the entire time. I love when I get to photograph dads blissfully playing and enjoying their babies – family portraits are such an amazing opportunity to capture those organic and natural moments together!
Having family photos done can be intimidating at first, wondering how to pose and whether or not you’ll look “natural.” I am drawn to totally organic and candid imagery, and rarely pose my clients (or even have them constantly look at the camera and smile!).
The images that bring out your most raw and real selves are the ones where you’re focused on each other and simply being you. I will guide you into natural and effortless moments, where you can engage with one another and forget I’m there. Our goal together is to create memories that last a lifetime through professional imagery. You will see nothing but love, laughter, and happiness through the photos we take!
Part of my services include offering a complete Client Wardrobe that is available to all mamas and babies up to age 5. I carefully and thoughtfully select each clothing item for each client based on our location, your style, fit, and color theme!
For dads, I always recommend wearing neutrals to compliment – khakis, earth tones, light blues, creams, and whites are always best choices. You deserve to be completely stress-free when planning your family portraits, and in my opinion planning your coordinating outfits is the hardest, most stressful part. I love being able to take care of wardrobe styling for my clients!
Clothing borrowed from Client Wardrobe Collection.
Hair and Make-Up: Unique and Flawless.
Natural, bright, and timeless family photography that evokes emotion, sweet memories, and overwhelming joy every time you look at your beautiful imagery is an investment. Working with me is not just another portrait session to check off every year – it’s an immersive and luxurious memory-making experience you will never forget! Mother’s Day is coming up soon, and what better gift to receive than the gift of priceless and gorgeous images of your precious family? I would love to work with you to begin planning your beautiful and luxurious family portrait session just in time for those summer memories to happen. Contact me ASAP to book your portrait planning consultation.
These photographs become treasures passed through generations. Your children will one day hold these images close, seeing themselves through your loving eyes and discovering the quiet grace that surrounded their earliest days.
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Michelle Popp Photography is a Wilmington NC newborn photographer also specializing in family, maternity, and baby photography serving all of Wilmington, Hampstead, Topsail Beach, Jacksonville, Figure Eight Island, Leland, Surf City, Swansboro, Wrightsville Beach, Ogden, Porters Neck and surrounding areas.
Pure, Organic & Timeless
If this season feels tender, beautiful, or just a little fleeting, it may be His way of inviting you to pause and hold it close. I’d be honored to walk with you.