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Blanke Atelier Art Photography I help you seize memories that exude elegance and timeless beauty. Newborn packages deliver the same level of quality and clothing options.

From the luxurious glow of maternity to the precious innocence of newborns, and the sophistication of portraiture, I craft images that capture the essence of you and your loved ones. Blanke Atelier Photography was created to address customers’ needs and desires to have locally premium and professional photography that can be seen in the magazines. Photography studio and wise selection of photography props and hand painted backdrops was created to deliver unforgettable experience. Special focus was made on maternity clients with a wide selection of dresses and robes which are included in the photo packages. Family sessions are no longer boring and repetitive. Fine Art creations are available for these photo sessions as well. Professionals and models will find creative approaches to personal branding pictures, fashion portfolio building and creative sessions in overall. Birthday photo sessions will elevate your experience of this special day. Glamor portraits will create everlasting memories of professional portrait sessions. Everything is finished with high level photo editing and multiple prints options, folio boxes and wall art. They can be custom designed for the client.

PERSONAL BRANDING IS NOT JUST A HEADSHOT 👤The more I move into personal branding photography, the more I realize how muc...
09/09/2026

PERSONAL BRANDING IS NOT JUST A HEADSHOT 👤

The more I move into personal branding photography, the more I realize how much I love that it is not just about creating one professional photo for your website or LinkedIn. For me, it is about showing more of you, your personality, your style, what you do, and the energy behind the business you are building.

I also love that these sessions still feel very connected to the way I photograph women, because I want you to feel confident, feminine, strong, and comfortable in front of my camera while we create images that actually work for your business. I want you to walk away with more than a nice headshot, because you need a whole collection of photos you can use on your website, social media, marketing, and wherever your brand shows up.

👉 If you own a business, do your current photos actually feel like you?



•personal branding, •women in business, •business photography, •brand visibility, •Boston photographer
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THE PHOTOS YOU DIDN’T KNOW YOU’D LOVE THIS MUCH 🤍When you book my Luxurious Newborn Session, the experience is not only ...
08/15/2026

THE PHOTOS YOU DIDN’T KNOW YOU’D LOVE THIS MUCH 🤍

When you book my Luxurious Newborn Session, the experience is not only about beautifully posed photographs of your baby. A big part of the session is dedicated to your family too, and I’ve noticed that these are often the images you come back to again and again when it’s time to choose your favorites.

And I completely understand why. Your baby will never be this tiny in your arms again, and these photographs capture not only what your newborn looked like, but what your whole family looked and felt like at the very beginning of this new chapter. ✨ That is why I make space for photographs of all of you together, because one day they may become some of the most meaningful images from the entire session.

💛 If having your whole family included in your newborn story matters to you, send me a message and ask about my Luxurious Newborn Session. I’ll be happy to tell you all about it.



•newborn family photos, •luxurious newborn session, •Boston newborn photographer, •newborn photography, •family portraits
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THIS LITTLE CARD MADE MY DAY 🤍After Kelsey and Bobby’s newborn session, I received this handwritten thank-you card, and ...
08/12/2026

THIS LITTLE CARD MADE MY DAY 🤍

After Kelsey and Bobby’s newborn session, I received this handwritten thank-you card, and I honestly didn’t expect it to mean so much to me. In all my years of photography, I’ve never received a card like this from a client, and in a world where we are constantly rushing from one thing to another, this simple gesture stopped me for a moment and made me genuinely happy. 🥹

Photography is my business, but moments like this remind me that there are real people, emotions, and connections behind every session I photograph. Kelsey and Bobby, thank you for taking the time to write this for me; this little card has officially found a permanent place in my studio, especially for those days when I need a reminder of why I love what I do. 🤍✨

👉 Tell me, when was the last time someone surprised you with a handwritten note? 💌



•newborn session, •client experience, •gratitude, •photography, •memories
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IT’S BEEN A WHILE SINCE I POSTED NEWBORNS 👶It’s funny because newborn photography is still such a huge part of my work,...
05/26/2026

IT’S BEEN A WHILE SINCE I POSTED NEWBORNS 👶

It’s funny because newborn photography is still such a huge part of my work, even though lately I’ve been sharing more maternity and women’s portraits. Over the past few weeks, I’ve photographed some truly beautiful newborn sessions with the sweetest families, and I realized it’s finally time to show them here too because these tiny, fleeting moments deserve to be remembered and shared. ✨

Just as a little reminder, newborn sessions are best booked around two months before your due date so I can reserve space around your delivery. The session itself is ideally done between 10 and 21 days after birth, when babies are still extra sleepy, curled up, and naturally settle into those soft newborn poses so beautifully. 🤍

👉 If you’re expecting and thinking about a newborn session, send me a message early so we can start planning everything together.



•newborn photography, •Boston newborn photographer, •newborn session, •baby photography, •motherhood memories

ELEGANT, NOT CHEESY 👠I think a truly beautiful maternity or women’s portrait is never about doing more just for the sake...
05/20/2026

ELEGANT, NOT CHEESY 👠

I think a truly beautiful maternity or women’s portrait is never about doing more just for the sake of doing more. For me, the magic usually happens when styling, lighting, posing, expression, fabric, and composition all work together in a way that feels intentional, feminine, and timeless. 💕

This is exactly why I guide my clients through the entire process, because you do not need to know how to pose, what to wear, or how to “look natural” before you walk into the studio. You only need to show up, and I will help create portraits that feel elevated without feeling overdone. 👀

👉 Which one matters most to you: styling, posing, or lighting?



•maternity portraits, •women’s portraits, •elegant photography, •studio session, •posing guidance

GROWING LOOKS DIFFERENT AT 20 THAN IT DOES AT 40 🤷Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about how much my life and business a...
05/16/2026

GROWING LOOKS DIFFERENT AT 20 THAN IT DOES AT 40 🤷

Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about how much my life and business are changing at the same time. 🙈

A few years ago, I thought growth meant having everything perfectly planned. Now I think it looks much more like trying things before you feel fully ready, allowing yourself to evolve publicly, and accepting that confidence usually comes after action—not before it. 💜

This season, I want to become more visible. I want to speak more on camera, share more of my real life, and stop waiting until everything feels polished enough. I also want to create work that feels deeply aligned with who I am now, not who I was years ago when I first started photography.

And honestly, some of these things still scare me a little. Speaking Reels in English. Showing up more personally online. Building something bigger while still balancing motherhood, business, creativity, and everyday life.

But I also know something else: hiding has never moved my life forward. So this is my little reminder to myself that growth can look quiet, imperfect, personal, and still be incredibly meaningful. ✨

👉 Follow along if you want to see how this next chapter unfolds. And tell me—what is one thing you want to change or improve in your own life this season?



•personal growth, •women entrepreneur, •photography business, •creative lifestyle, •motherhood and business

YOU DO NOT NEED TO ARRIVE CONFIDENT FIRST 😎So many women think they need to feel completely ready before booking a sessi...
05/15/2026

YOU DO NOT NEED TO ARRIVE CONFIDENT FIRST 😎

So many women think they need to feel completely ready before booking a session, but the truth is that most of my clients arrive nervous at the beginning. 🤷 They worry about posing, about how they will look, and about whether they will feel comfortable in front of the camera, which is exactly why I create the experience in a way that gently guides you through every step instead of expecting you to already know what to do. 🩷

One of my favorite moments during a session is watching that nervous energy slowly disappear as someone begins relaxing into the process and seeing themselves differently. By the end, the same woman who walked in unsure is often the one looking at the back of my camera saying, “Wait… that’s actually me?” ✨

💛 Save this as your reminder that confidence can come after you begin, and if you’ve been thinking about a session, send me a message. I would love to guide you through it.



•maternity session, •women portrait photography, •Boston photographer, •confidence photoshoot, •studio portrait experience

I PROMISE YOU ARE NOT “BAD” IN PHOTOS 📸One of the biggest fears women bring into a session is the feeling that they will...
05/14/2026

I PROMISE YOU ARE NOT “BAD” IN PHOTOS 📸

One of the biggest fears women bring into a session is the feeling that they will look awkward because they do not know how to pose, where to place their hands, or what to do with their expression. 😬

The truth is, I never expect you to know any of those things, because guiding you through the entire process is a huge part of my job and one of the reasons you hire a professional in the first place. 💃

Most of the women you see in my portfolio started exactly the same way, convinced they were not photogenic or comfortable in front of the camera. Then, little by little, they relaxed, trusted the process, and saw themselves differently than they expected. ✨

💛 Send this to a friend who always says she is not photogenic, and if this sounds like you too, message me and let’s talk about your session. 💜



•maternity session, •posing guidance, •women portrait photography, •Boston photographer, •studio photoshoot

05/12/2026

WHAT IF YOU SAW YOURSELF DIFFERENTLY? 👁️

One of the most common things I hear before a session is, “I’m not photogenic.” I think many women feel this way because we have become so used to noticing our flaws first, and by the time you arrive at the studio, you are already convinced the camera will only show the things you dislike about yourself. 🪄

But then something shifts during the session. I guide you through every pose and every little movement, and when I finally show you the photos on the back of the camera, I see that beautiful moment when you suddenly smile because you are seeing yourself differently for the first time in a long time. ✨

👉If you have been thinking about booking a session but keep hesitating, send me a message. I would love to help you see yourself differently too. 💌



•confidence, •portraits, •motherhood, •self image, •women

YOU DON’T HAVE TO FEEL READY FIRST 🦸‍♀️So many women think they need to feel prettier, slimmer, more confident, or more ...
05/11/2026

YOU DON’T HAVE TO FEEL READY FIRST 🦸‍♀️

So many women think they need to feel prettier, slimmer, more confident, or more “like themselves” before booking a session. And because of that, they keep waiting. 🫷

But the truth is, most women do not walk into my studio already feeling fully confident. That confidence often comes during the session, somewhere between being guided, feeling seen differently, and realizing they were far more beautiful than they believed.

You do not book a session because everything feels perfect. Sometimes you book it because one day you will want to remember this version of yourself with more tenderness than you can give yourself right now.

And trust me… future you will be grateful you did. ✨

💛 Save this if you needed to hear it today. And if you’ve been thinking about a session, send me a message.



•maternity session, •women portrait photography, •Boston photographer, •confidence photoshoot, •timeless portraits

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Thursday 9am - 5pm
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