PC: Whitney Bennett Photography

PC: Whitney Bennett Photography

Her Story

Hey there. I'm Bree, and I hope my story helps you understand why I do what I do.

Maternity, birth, and newborn photography was never going to be my focus. Then I had a baby. And it was life-changing. Don't call me a cliche yet though, because I wasn't one of those moms who loved being pregnant, or who was super prepared. Yes, I was excited for the baby, but the pregnancy…not really. I became a mom 4 years ago when I married my husband, and I thought I got the best of both worlds…an incredible son without the stress of labor! I'm being a little tongue-in-cheek, but you get the idea.

Then, I had her, our sweet Addie, and I was floored. I just got it. I finally understood the magic of carrying a baby, and those crazy fast nine months meant SO much more. 

But I couldn't go back and get any more pictures of those 9 months together (I was too modest and unsure of my changing body to really have any photographs taken of me). I couldn't go back and hire somebody to photograph the weekend of her birth, even though it was the most amazing, emotional, and breathtaking of events.

Fortunately I got my wits about me and did hire a newborn photographer. But I don't want anyone else to look back and wish.  So that's why I'm here…to photograph these precious times, so that you can always always always return, through your photos, to the magic of becoming a mom; whether for the first time or the fifth.

Bree is a mom, wife, daughter, sister, photographer, and Christ-follower.

She grew up in the Texas Hill Country, and has called the DFW metroplex her home for almost 15 years now. She graduated with a degree in Photography and Education and has slowly worked her way through different facets of photography to finally arrive here. At a spot where she feels she is best able to use her heart and her eye to serve clients during some of the most meaningful times of their lives.

P R O F E S S I O N A L   M E M B E R S H I P S

 
International Association of Professional Birth Photographers

International Association of Professional Birth Photographers

National Association of Professional Child Photographers

National Association of Professional Child Photographers

 

View my work and personal life through Instagram (@breelinne)

Catching up on sharing fall sessions. This one is an example of my professional posing skills. Really though, these three (and their rockstar parents) are some of my favorites, and I love seeing their sweet, silly, sassy personalities.
A few unrelated notes: 1.) It’s busy season. If you know a photographer you know this is like tax season for accountants. It’s non stop, in a wonderful way, but some things have to give, and for me that’s been regularly scheduled social media. I have so many beautiful families and kiddos I want to share, and I hope to get around to some of that soon. 2.) My dad gave her this nightgown. He talked about his grandkids all the time to those around him, so much so that one of his nice clients he built for gave him a box of dolls and clothes to bring to Addie. When he gave it to her, it touched the floor, and even thought its almost at her knees now, she still remembers that it came from Pepaw. It’s still so hard for me to believe thats its been over a year since he last saw my kiddos, and that their time with him was so short. 3.) The writing above her head lists our “family rules.” I don’t refer back to them nearly enough, but I think it’s time I try. “Speak kindly. Be thankful. Love others. Reflect Jesus.” There has been so much hurt in our world lately, and it’s made me realize that I have to be more intentional in teaching those rules. Specifically the last two. I always thought that being a good example for my children was of utmost importance, but I’m starting to see now that words actually need to be said. That my kids need to hear that they are called to show love to everyone, all the time. That discrimination and hate exist more than we see, and that the way some are being treated is not at all a reflection of how Jesus loved his people. So I don’t know. It’s been a rough couple of weeks.  We’re all ok; things are fine; I have nothing to complain about. I’m just a bit sad, and wanted to come here to show my face and tell you all again how thankful I am for sticking with me even in the midst ❤️
Back before the hair was gone ❤️ He’s off with dad getting his short hair cut again 😭, and I just got home from getting mine done 💇🏼‍♀️. Our weekend is busy--tomorrow is filled with clients, but Sunday we are going in front of the camera for our own photos. Who else is prepping for pictures this weekend?! 🙋🏼‍♀️
Not sure I’ve ever met a happier baby 🥰