Mia was such a lovely and cheerful baby that brought so much joy to the studio. Her first birthday photos turned out so sweet for her family to treasure for many years to come. Happy first birthday little Mia!
Located in Bakersfield, California
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Hi! I'm Ipek! I’m so glad you’re here! Whether you’re embarking on motherhood for the first time or simply wanting updated photos of your growing family – these are moments that you will forever have to cherish and share with the ones you love, and I’m beyond grateful that you would consider me capturing them. Be sure to take a look around and let me know if you have any questions.
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Not to be dramatic but… they won’t stay this little.. 🥺
And somehow, in just a few weeks, they’ll already look different.
Tell me… what’s one thing you never want to forget about your baby? 👇
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POV: you get the sleepiest newborn ever 😄🤍
A little behind the scenes → and the cutest final images ✨
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A mix of tiny moments I’ve had the honor to freeze in time…
From growing bellies to giggles to the in-between magic ✨
This is why I do what I do.
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Breaking news 🎉
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I’ve been photographing this crew since their middle child was still in her mama’s tummy… and now here we are, chasing three beautiful kids along the beach, laughing, getting sandy, and making new memories together.
Sessions like this feel more like catching up with old friends than work. I know their rhythm, the kids know me, and everything just flows so naturally. ❤️
And honestly… the beach was the perfect choice for them. So much space to run, play, and just be themselves — which is exactly where the magic happens ✨
So grateful to keep telling their story, year after year.
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Samples of my work 🫶🏼
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Not to be dramatic but… being a photographer is 10 jobs in one.
I’m the one hyping you up during your session,
the one chasing golden light and toddler smiles,
then going home to hours of editing while the house is finally quiet.
I’m also the scheduler, the marketer, the bookkeeper, the late-night email responder… a full-on solopreneur building something from the ground up.
It’s long days, full memory cards, and never really “clocking out” —
but it’s also storytelling, connection, and creating something that lasts longer than all of us.
And somehow… I wouldn’t trade it for anything 🤍
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How to prepare your baby for a photo session 🤍
Let me make this simple for you—no stress needed.
Feed your baby right before the session
A full baby = a happy baby
Bring the essentials
Extra diapers, wipes, a pacifier, and a favorite blanket always help
Relax… your baby can feel your energy
If you’re calm, they’re more likely to be calm too
And most importantly—trust the process 🤍
I’ve worked with so many babies, and every session flows in its own beautiful way.
You don’t need a “perfect” baby… just your baby ✨
Save this for your session day & send it to a mama who needs this 💛
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Specializing in
families • maternity • newborn