Category Archives: Newborn

on photography | my journey & tips for beginners & beyond

It was somewhere along lonely I-29 on my 300 mile weekly commute from Omaha to South Dakota that I made the decision. I had a great year selling Mirena & earned a bunch of points to use in the Bayer store to buy something nice. After a bit of coaxing from my sister-in law, I...

a technicolor dreamworld | San Antonio Newborn Photographer

Newborn photography is not for every photographer. I am learning I am a rare breed…not just because I adore newborns, but because I adore newborns in color. [gasp] What is a photographer’s worst nightmare? Newborns in color. I am pretty sure. It’s not easy. It’s actually really hard. But it’s what I love and I...

Little Mr. Anthropologie… | San Antonio Newborn Photographer

I left yesterday’s newborn shoot full of peace & joy. The Christmas music was playing & I had just left the most beautiful family. The shoot was exactly how I hope every one of my shoots feels. Warm. Bright. Joyful. Inspiring. Calm. Loving. I felt like a little lightbulb went on in my head as...

save the color for in front of the lens… | Photog Tip

Last week…my mind was empty. This week, I could write a book. So goes it in the world of shawna…ha! I rarely ever have pictures of me shooting. I love to see other photographers at their craft, so I thought I would post this. My friend Lauren took it for me, sneaky sneaky! Thanks, Lauren!...

teensy baby + tiny baskets | San Antonio Newborn Photographer

“shawna–we’re on our way to the hospital…and we’re going to have to cancel our maternity shoot tomorrow” she said in her voicemail, her voice heavy with disappointment & joy. “I don’t want to force this on you, but how would you feel if I met you at the hospital?” We were 6 weeks out from...

ONE YEAR | the natural birth I never knew I always wanted

08.08.09. The most emotional day of my life. Nothing prepares you for the intensity of motherhood. As much as I thought I knew…it couldn’t even come close to the reality. The instant love you feel…indescribable. My daughter is now one. [sniff, sniff] She was so small. So tiny. This has been the best year of...

Perfectly Imperfect. | San Antonio Newborn Photographer

“Don’t you just LOVE his little stork bite?” she asked.”It’s part of our family genes. Both my boys have it!” Then she took her hand to her heart and we both just bent over & admired him. He is beautiful. Becoming a parent has changed the way I edit my pictures. Babies are blotchy and...

Hi! Hello! I am Shawna, the founder of Styleberry Blog. This creative corner of the internet has become a learning haven for moms and creatives, offering a warm and encouraging nudge to those who wish to be better and do better, but often don't know where to start. From Decorating to DIY to Diapers and Paleo-ish Dishes, I strive to make the complicated simple and empower women to take action beyond their personal comfort zone. I subscribe to the Shine Theory & so strongly believe that we shine when the women around us shine and mutual support—lifting up instead of tearing down--will always be the culture here. Are you in? I hope so! Beyond the computer, I run Styleberry Creativewhere I work with clients to create low fuss, high function spaces that are pretty and practical in San Antonio, Texas and beyond. I LOVE making a house a home. My own studs out renovation is almost complete and I am now back to working with clients. Please don't hesitate to drop me a line if you'd like to work together! I hope you’ll join me on this fun new adventure! Xo.

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