Photography Blog: Articles & Insights

mother and father during newborn session on analog film.

In the bustling world of digital photography, where images are often captured and shared within mere seconds, the allure of analog film photography remains unshaken. While digital cameras have undeniably transformed the photography landscape, there’s a timeless quality to analog film that’s particularly well-suited for the unique challenges and opportunities presented by newborn photography. In […]

Family photoshoot in Denver CO featuring mom, dad, toddler, and newborn baby.

Congratulations! You’re about to embark on a beautiful journey with your soon-to-arrive little bundle of joy. As a maternity and newborn photographer in Denver, CO, I understand the importance of capturing these precious & fleeting moments. In this ultimate guide to prepare your home and baby for your newborn photography session, I have curated a […]

newborn baby in white with white bow

Being a new Mom is an experience unlike any other. It’s both challenging and rewarding, and it requires a lot of patience, hard work, and, a lot of help. So, if you have a new mother in your life, why not show her some love by giving her a gift that she will actually appreciate? […]

pregnant mother and husband smile during their denver maternity session

Pregnancy is a beautiful journey of life, and capturing it through photography is a wonderful way to create memories that last a lifetime. Once the baby is born, capturing those special moments with your newborn, 6 month old and one year old are all equally important. A maternity and newborn photography membership offers the perfect […]

Mother holding newborn in doorway during demver newborn photo session

Hiring a Denver family photographer who offers client wardrobe and hair and makeup services can make a huge difference in the outcome of your family photos. These added services provide many benefits that make the photography experience more convenient, enjoyable, and rewarding. Here is how you can get flawless family photos by hiring a Denver […]

Denver Photographer Chelsea Sliwa sits on a stool.

At Chelsea Sliwa Photography, we believe that the best way to grow our business is through referrals from happy clients. That’s why we’re excited to announce our new Refer a Friend Program! It’s simple – refer a friend to us, and both you and your friend will receive $150 towards your artwork. Referring a friend […]

Meet Chelsea. Mother of 2, Photographer and firm believer that family memories belong on paper, not on screens.

MEET Chelsea

Congratulations! You’re about to embark on a beautiful journey with your soon-to-arrive little bundle of joy. As a maternity and newborn photographer in Denver, CO, I understand the importance of capturing these precious & fleeting moments. In this ultimate guide to prepare your home and baby for your newborn photography session, I have curated a […]

Family photoshoot in Denver CO featuring mom, dad, toddler, and newborn baby.

Being a new Mom is an experience unlike any other. It’s both challenging and rewarding, and it requires a lot of patience, hard work, and, a lot of help. So, if you have a new mother in your life, why not show her some love by giving her a gift that she will actually appreciate? […]

newborn baby in white with white bow

At Chelsea Sliwa Photography, we believe that the best way to grow our business is through referrals from happy clients. That’s why we’re excited to announce our new Refer a Friend Program! It’s simple – refer a friend to us, and both you and your friend will receive $150 towards your artwork. Referring a friend […]

Denver Photographer Chelsea Sliwa sits on a stool.

I adore being a Denver family photographer because I get to witness and capture a family’s story unfolding. This session was so special for so many reasons. First, this was the second time I’ve had the privilege of photographing the O’Dwyer family. I captured their maternity session on film a whole year ago! I can […]

mother, father and baby on blanket at park smiling

Look, I get it. It’s so easy to get your photos back, post them to social media, and call it done. But you’re missing out. Printing your photos is more than just an item on your to-do list — it can transform the way you connect to memory and your family story. So, here are […]

family photos in a gallery wall above entry table

When it comes to choosing an album to fill with your cherished memories, the options seem endless. There are several mainstream, consumer-facing online print shops like Artifact Uprising, Shutterfly and others! But should you go the do-it-yourself route? My answer? No. At least not for the images you want to be cherished for generations to […]

white velvet photo album

When it comes to getting your photographs off of your hard drive and into your hands, there are a lot of options to choose from. If you want your images to be showcased in a timeless, yet fresh way, this list of 5 creative ways to display your photos will get you there in no […]

linen matted print box with 10x10 matted print

A family photography session can be a stressful event for Mom’s, Dad’s & kids alike. But they don’t have to be! As a photographer and Mother of 2 boys myself, I get the feeling. You want your kids to behave so that you can get beautiful photos of your happy family – keyword, HAPPY. After […]

Family standing in field on path near denver photography by Chelsea Sliwa photography

This isn’t the first time you’ve seen this adorable family. They’re great friends of mine whom I’ve photographed for some of their biggest milestones! What could be more of a gift?! They were one of the first couples I ever shot engagements for and I even got to photograph their maternity photos last year! This […]

Choosing what to wear for family photos can feel overwhelming. Especially when the number of people to dress grows! But with these easy steps, you’ll be looking incredible in your next family photoshoot and know just what to wear for family photos. Step 1: Choose a color palette for your family photoshoot When planning what […]

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