Have you been in a situation where you really want a certain type of photo session, but you feel the need of asking for your Partner, Husband or Significant Other to agree and validate your desire of being photographed or photographing your baby and family to come true? Before jumping into the secret sauce recipe, let me present you with some daily objections. I have noticed that not all women see themselves in a situation to make decisions on their own and need their partners’ approval for things or experiences they want to purchase. There is also another group of women who just want to share ..read more

Written by: Layne Fernandes May 11th, 2023 Celebrate your Senior Student with Layne Fernandes, La Dolce Vita Photography. Here at La Dolce Vita Photography by Layne Fernandes, student celebration does not have to happen only during Senior Year but at the end of each phase, for a portfolio of beautiful memories. This way, when you are looking back in a time that flies by the blink of your eyes, you have provided a rich portfolio, full of beautiful stories of the legacy of your little one. This photo shows, my little one, when he graduated from Kindergarten. I am now, having him prepared for his ..read more

When a child senses "belonging" When children find photos of them being little, they feel special. Children love to look back at memories of themselves in albums, prints, wall arts and even when they find out their loved ones carry and treasure a wallet size print of them in their daily personal items, such as wallets and purses. These small discoveries can make children feel part of their group and family, as well as a wonderful sense of belonging. All copyrights, images and text, reserved to La Dolce Vita Photography by Layne Fernandes. A child is not to be compared to others, the same way t ..read more

I do not like having my photos taken! I totally get it! I understand your dreadful feeling of getting your photo taken and being in front of someone's else camera. I also understand it is hard to trust your time and emotions in someone you’ve barely met. With La Dolce Vita Photography by Layne Fernandes, I promise that you don’t have to worry that your time or money will be wasted. I have developed a system that will guide you naturally in the process, you will feel at ease, and your personality will shine! I have worked with introverted kids, teenagers, and adults for a decade, and they have ..read more

The other day I put together a list of resources, regarding my personal concerns about daily care and a beauty routine with a more natural and, yet effective approach to beauty products. We all purchase a product here and there, on a regular basis, in hopes to see promised results. With that in mind, we cannot dismiss considerations between Cost-Benefits X Hidden dangerous ingredients that can cost our whole health one day… As Mother’s Day quickly approaches, I started writing articles and blogs including my findings on what’s available on the market and can be safely used, not only by pregnan ..read more

The beautiful world of colors might seem a non brainer excitement at first, but after spending hours online, there aren’t many different information guiding new moms on how to pick the best colors for her baby’s first professional camera experience. As a parent, choosing the right color combination for your newborn first photoshoot can be an overwhelming decision, especially because many colors can appear slightly different in a post processed photograph compared to how they look in person. Another factor to consider is the many times new parents tend to, primarily, focus on baby’s undertone s ..read more

5 Skin Care tips during pregnancy Do I need to change skin care products during pregnancy? Have you just found out about your pregnancy and are wondering if you need to change your skin care routine? Here are some tips on how to keep safe and get your “Mom-Glow” during this special time of your life. As natural hormonal changes happen, the appearance of your skin can change as well. You might notice acne, increased skin sensitivity, occasional dark spots, stretch marks, dryness, hyperpigmentation, spider veins, and linea nigra – a dark line that runs from the naval to the pubic area of the bod ..read more

Safe Beauty Tips for Pregnant Mammas Hello Natural Mammas! I am not here to talk about maternity and baby photography today. I am here because I truly value this precious time of your life while, what our amazing female bodies can handle and do. I care for the miracle of life. You are BEAUTIFUL, every day of your life. Do not forget this! There are ways of looking after yourself, being natural and not disregard this special time for pampering yourself. This time is just as important as you are! This is Blog 1, of my beauty tips series dedicated to pregnant moms who want to be a Natural Mamma a ..read more

You are not alone if you prefer digital portraits to prints. You can not deny your love and preference for digital portraits as well as your concerns about, possibly and suddenly, loosing them all one. What should you do? You had a wonderful photography experience, prepared your looks and family for the photo session and you have just downloaded your digital photo gallery. Now what? You feel comfortable that your files are either stuck in a drawer or stored in a cluttered folder in your computer. Set it aside and get back to your day with peace in your mind. Oh well… may I invite you to spare ..read more

We admit that having a sibling is not always an easy smooth sailing but, undeniably, there are many beautiful moments to look back and, as parents, there are many heart-touching moments to watch them cheering each other, playing role models for each other, sharing games and sometimes fighting about that last piece of a favorite food. These are the little things that make life whole. Image and blog copyrights reserved to La Dolce Vita Photography by Layne Fernandes From the exact moment a sibling is born and that new baby becomes a little brother or a little sister, a lifelong of friendship and ..read more