Aren’t these two little twins adorable?  They are about 6 days old here, they were big babies for twins.  Way to go mom! Little Jack was the bigger of the two and he started off the session amazing as he slept in anything I put him in, even kept sleeping when his sister was squirming beside him.  I finally got to use my rabbit outfit!  Doesn’t Jack look great in it?  I talked my oldest into helping me sew and stuff the carrots one night last week in hopes that we could use them, hey!  Little Ava was a little drama queen at the beginning, but after getting a full belly she slipped into a deep sleep for her photo session.  I think we managed to get amazing photos of these two.  I can’t wait to put some on my website!  Be sure to check me out of Facebook:  Kristi Shanks Photography.  Blessings- Kristi Shanks   Sioux Falls Newborn Photographer

I love taking pictures that creative memories and freeze in time those extra special moments that go by way to fast.  I have been taking pictures for this family for several years and was truly excited to be able to take these newborn pictures of this new little one.  She has a very unique name “Charis” which means Greek Goddness.  I though we should do a picture that represented her name so the flower headpiece and pinkish/red wrap are my way of making her into a modern time Goddess.  Little Charis didn’t sleep to long, so I got some rare newborn pictures with her awake.  Taking newborn pictures are always exciting for me and I get my studio ready before a session, sometimes taking as long as an hour and a half selecting what backdrops, baskets, props, and scenes I want to use when the baby arrives.  I love to be creative and try new ideas at every session, but if a mom or dad has something they have seen that they really want, I will definitely pull that out and do it.  Some baby’s are very calm and sleepy during their session, and others are awake.  We got some of both moments with little Charis.  Her brother and sister we very good and helpful in waiting for their turn.  Hope you love these!  Seems like it’s been lots of newborn lately, but I love it so keep them coming!  God Bless- Kristi Shanks

I absolutely LOVE taking newborn pictures.  I love to use new props and well as mixing in ones I’ve used before.  Little Abigail was the perfect newborn, she never really work up the entire newborn session.  I think this was my quickest session in less than 50 minutes!  We got tons of amazing pictures of little Abigail and I got to try a few new ideas and props out on her.  I hope you all enjoy these pictures, they truly speak a thousand words.  If you know of anyone pregnany or expecting send them my site!  Thanks so much-  Kristi Shanks  - Sioux Falls Newborn Photographer

I got blessed to be able to photograph these 2 little bundles of joy. Irelyn was just learning to sit up, so thank goodness for fast shutter speeds and quick mommy hand. Irelyn had the cutest dress so we thought since it is close to Valentines Day that we’d do a few photos with some V-Day hearts. Hope you love them all! Blessings- Kristi Shanks Sioux Falls Baby Photographer

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and little Taylor had the cutest outfit for some Valentines pictures.  She didn’t like her tummy very well, but I love the pouty lip picture!  It’s not to late to schedule your Valentine’s Day pictures or to look ahead to St. Patrick’s Day and Easter Pictures.  Thank you little Taylor for being so sweet!  Blessings-  Kristi Shanks Sioux Falls Baby Photographer 

Thank you for sharing little Carter with me.  He is so precious!  I can’t believe how he just slept right though our set changes!  Hope you are getting some rest!  The Cd will be in the mail today!  Blessings- Kristi Shanks  Sioux Falls Newborn Photographer

Loved the locations for this session!  We found an old barn near my studio that the farm said we could use for pictures, the rustic look of it just fit.  Hope you are enjoying your senior year!   Kristi Shanks  Sioux Falls Senior Photographer

You are just glowing in these maternity pictures.  It’s hard to believe that your little ones will be here in a couple weeks already!  I’m praying for you all!  Can’t wait to meet them.

Kristi Shanks-  Sioux Falls Photographer – Maternity