If someone would’ve approached 25 year old me and told me that the best years are yet to come, I would've thought they were out of their mind. Yet here we are, creating little humans. Feeling a love like we’ve never known before. THIS is the good part. This is what it's all about.
I am Leonarda Barbieri, a New York based photographer specializing in Maternity & Newborn Sessions. My husband and I have been married since 2015. We have 3 babes, Cole (8), Dylan (6) and our little lady, Nora (2).
Mama's, I know what its like to look in the mirror at that growing belly. Sometimes we feel super cute, while others we just feel like we're waddling through each day. I also know that these are moments we can't recreate. This time, right now, growing these babes will be a distant memory. I want you to see yourself through my eyes. I want to show you how beautiful you are.
Although I know my family is complete, I can't stress enough how much I LOVE newborns. I can't believe that this is my job. I get to hold them, and pose them, and capture these first moments for you as a family.
I have a Bachelors Degree in Communications with a focus in Media. I am certified with Ana Brandt Newborn, The Milkyway & The Belly Baby summit for infant safety in posing for Photography. I attend workshops every year for both Maternity & Newborn to learn and refresh my skills so you know you are in the best hands and care.
With love,
Leonarda
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"Leonarda did newborn photos for my daughter and we had such a great experience! She was so kind and patient. I trusted her immediately with my baby and baby was so comfortable with her and in all of the poses. The entire session felt very calm and relaxed. She had so many beautiful props and wraps, hats, and headbands for baby to wear and her work is beautiful! I highly recommend Smile for Mama photography!"
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"Leonarda is an amazing photographer! She is extremely patient, takes in account any imperfections during the shoot and her edits and most importantly makes you feel comfortable throughout the entire process. I love my maternity pictures and cannot wait for my next photoshoot with my second bundle of joy arriving soon. Highly recommend her!"
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"Leonarda is not only a true master of her craft, but an absolute pleasure to work with. From initial consultation, through shoot and editing, she was patient, a great listener, thorough, and made us feel super comfortable. We loved the experience of shooting and are obsessed with the photo outcome. Would 10/10 recommend her for your maternity shoot and can’t wait to work with her for future baby shoots!"
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"Leonarda is my go to photographer for my family photos. We have used her for my pregnancy photos, newborn photos, and for generational family photos. She is great with kids and she gets my girls to smile and have fun while taking the pictures. Leonarda is professional and super sweet. I highly recommend!"
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"Leo has done a lifestyle session for both my son (3 years ago) and my daughter (just last week!). Both sessions she absolutely blew me away. She will make you and your family look and feel beautiful. In addition to providing us with amazing photos that we will cherish forever, she is also a pleasure to work with. She makes the entire process easy and accommodates all my requests. On the day of our most recent photo shoot, she was so patient and good with my toddler!"
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"Finding Leo was like finding a hidden treasure! My relationship with Leo began during Covid when my first baby was turning 1. She was so respectful, considerate, and flexible. I was blown away by all of all of the moments she was able to capture and when I found out I was expecting my second I knew I had to contact her to capture more special moments. For both newborn and 1st birthday photos she exceeded my expectations again! Leo is the absolute sweetest and easy-going person to work with."
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"Wish I could give Leonarda 1000 stars. My maternity shoot was an experience I will never forget. She made my husband and I feel so comfortable. We traveled all the way from Staten Island for the shoot and it was well worth the trip. The photos came out absolutely beautiful! Thank you!!"
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"Beyond Amazing. Leonarda made our family feel so comfortable during our newborn session. To say she was good with our two year old would be the understatement of the century. AND to top it off the pictures were absolutely stunning. If you are considering hiring her, stop thinking and just book it!"
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"Leonarda is so amazing! Holiday pictures every year are so beautiful! She edits to perfection and is so friendly to the kids. She takes her time to capture such a special time in a childs life. I go to her with three small kids and she nails it every time. Never disappointed."
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"Leo is truly incredible!!!!!! She is so talented and make you feel so comfortable in front of the camera
I used her for maternity and also did a cake smash for my sons 1st birthday. Can’t stop looking at the pictures
HIGHLY recommend!!! Obsessed with her"
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"Leonarda did an outstanding job with our maternity and newborn photos. She was professional, accommodating, and pleasant to work with during such a personal time. We were very comfortable watching her handle our newborn baby with such care and safety. She listened to our ideas and was able to execute exactly the looks we wanted to achieve. You will not regret booking with her!!"
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