Emilija ~ First Birthday Photography Session in Queens NY
Miss Emilija recently turned 1 year old. Happiest baby I’ve ever seen which of course made this first birthday photography session such a pleasure to photograph! She was all smiles throughout her entire session at my Queens portrait studio. I could have photographed her all day. It was such a joy working with her (and her family!). Do you have a little one celebrating a milestone soon? How fun would it be to plan a custom cake smash / 1st birthday portrait session for them?
Brilianna Photography is a full-service Queens portrait studio that offers custom and creative portrait sessions for moms-to-be, newborns, and babies. Your memories and milestones will be carefully documented to offer one-of-a-kind unique photographs. Brilianna Photography’s clients enjoy a variety of finished photography products such as digital images, canvas gallery wraps, albums, and large prints. Please be sure to consider us for your maternity, newborn, and baby photography needs in the Metro New York City area.
I am Irina Babakhanov, the founder of Brilianna Photography in Queens, New York. After a career in accounting and finance, I discovered my passion for photography during my first pregnancy. Specializing in luxury maternity, newborn, and baby milestone photography, my studio offers professional hair and makeup services, luxury gowns, and high-quality wall art. Named after my daughters - Brianna, Lia, and Eliana - my mission is to capture and preserve life's precious moments, celebrating the beauty of motherhood. You can find more about my work and services in Queens, Bronx, Brooklyn, Long Island, and Manhattan. Connect with me on Facebook and Instagram.
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