If you’re a new or expectant parent wondering when to schedule newborn photos, you’re not alone. It’s one of the most common questions I receive as a lifestyle newborn photographer here in Seattle. The short answer? The ideal time to photograph your newborn is within the first 5–14 days after birth. But the real answer […]

Living in Seattle means we get to experience some of the most beautiful natural backdrops for family photography—when we time it right. After years of photographing Seattle families throughout the Pacific Northwest and raising three kids here myself, I’ve learned that timing your Seattle family photography session isn’t just about pretty light. It’s about working […]

Best Times for Family Photos in Seattle | Seattle Family Photographer Tanya Zagumenov

If you’re anything like me, the thought of planning outfits for your whole family might make you want to hide under a laundry pile. (Which is fair. There’s always one.) But here’s the truth: looking for family session outfit ideas doesn’t have to feel like a Pinterest-inspired panic. And it definitely shouldn’t make you feel […]

Family session by Seattle Motherhood and Family Photographer Tanya Zagumenov

Bringing a new baby home is a beautiful whirlwind. You’re adjusting to a whole new rhythm, barely sleeping, and soaking up the sweetest (and most exhausting) days of your life. As a newborn photographer in Seattle and a mom of 3 little kids, I know how overwhelming it can feel to schedule a photo session […]

Mom holds a yawning baby

Family photography has come a long way from stiff, posed portraits in a studio. Lifestyle family photography is a more modern and natural approach that captures families in their everyday lives. This style of photography focuses on capturing real moments, emotions, and interactions between family members. Lifestyle family photography is all about capturing the essence […]

One of the challenges of family photography (and one of the main reasons why I love it so much) is that it’s unpredictable and always keeps me on my toes. Kids, and especially toddlers, can be a tough crowd – I would know, I have three! As a parent, knowing what to expect and how […]

little boy and his dog family session in Seattle

As a mom, I feel like we never have enough photos with our kids. We are always the ones behind the camera, chasing our little ones and trying to capture the perfect moments. We ensure that we capture memories for everyone else, but rarely get any photographs of ourselves. This is why motherhood and family photography is […]

Mother hugging son in a park in Seattle

Cherry blossoms in Seattle is hands down my favorite time of the year. Of course, UW Quad is the prime location to watch these beautiful trees in bloom, but there are so many others as well. Washington Park Arboretum in Seattle is one of those places and I was so happy that we were able […]