the blog
What is the most common concern parents share when scheduling newborn sessions? They are worried about how older kids (especially toddlers) will behave. I always let parents know that I have lots of tricks up my sleeve to make it fun and as stress-free as possible. Even if it feels chaotic in the moment, I […]
This family was so sweet, loving, and ready to play! I love when families come ready to be themselves, and allow me to guide and document them along the way. Mama was prepped by my hair and makeup team at her home prior to arriving at our location, and their whole family was outfitted by […]
It is always an honor to document the newborn season. It is fast and it is a whirlwind. The fact that I get to play even a small hand in creating memories to pass down for generations is something I reflect on often. The family was styled by my client wardrobe, and mom’s makeup was […]
It’s always a little emotional when a Baby’s First Year Membership comes to an end! Baby Riley turned ONE and we documented the last of their 4 Session Membership. We did an outdoor maternity session as their first, studio newborn portraits for their second, studio milestone photos for their third, and an outdoor one year/maternity […]
Baby Nayeli was a dream! I go way back with her mama, and was thrilled when they inquired about newborn portraits. Baby girl slept like a rockstar and was sweet as ever. I am in love with their gallery, and look forward to our next session together in a few months. The family was styled […]
This lovely family came to me and had missed newborn photos, and wanted to document their first portraits as a family of 4. Their 2 little girls are adorable, and growing so fast, so we got to planning! They opted for a studio session at my Overland Park studio, since it wasn’t quite warm out […]
Two under two? No biggie! How about two kiddos within 13 months? Don’t worry – I got this! Parents are always anxious about how their kids will do, what they will wear, etc. But not to worry – I have it handled 🙂 This fam just had to show up, choose outfits, and take photos! […]
This sweet family! Baby boy slept like a champ and big sis was so sweet with him. The entire family was styled by my client wardrobe, and mama’s hair and makeup was done by my awesome hair and makeup artist, Dani Jo. The MSP Client Wardrobe is complimentary for all of my sessions and includes […]
What a sweet and beautiful family! It was such an honor documenting their first photos as a family of four. We stayed warm in the cool temps by holding the session in my studio – something that I am so appreciative for in these KC winter months! Family photos don’t have to be reserved for […]
A little peek into a studio newborn session at Melanie Soltz Photography. Scroll through to see this sweet family of 3 as they welcomed baby Olivia! All of my newborn sessions take place in my Overland Park, Kansas studio. My bright and clean studio space is timeless and classic, allowing the family and baby to […]
