As a maternity and newborn photographer in Wilmington, NC there’s one thing I hear time and time again from parents: “I thought I’d remember it all… but the details are already slipping away.” And it’s true. One day you’re rocking a tiny miracle in your arms, and the next, they’re giggling, crawling, and blowing out […]

Stress Free Maternity Session My ultimate goal as a maternity photographer is to not only produce stunning images, but to also provide an enjoyable and stress free maternity session. For this reason, a maternity portrait session with Michelle Popp Photography is designed to create a luxury experience for you and your family from beginning to […]


In-Home Session vs. In-Studio Session You’re back home from the hospital and your baby is settled into their new nursery. Now it’s time to capture those first sweet images of your newborn baby! You might wonder where the best location for newborn photos is? Should you should you do them at home? Should you go […]
Getting The Most Out Of Family Photos 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 […]


Natural Light Family Photography in San Marcos I absolutely love when I get to photograph families who are just beginning their parenting journey! Capturing priceless memories of you and your little love and experiencing the magic your family brings to our sessions is so much fun. The images we create together will forever remind you […]
Maternity Photography In North County San Diego It’s so amazing to capture local San Diego families through their seasons of growth. This has turned many clients into dear friends! From bump to baby to next bump, documenting all those intimate and lovely milestones in your life together turns your family memories into treasured heirloom keepsakes. […]

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.