The Heart behind it All

A collection of stories from my life and the lives I photograph—because legacy matters.

Welcome to the Blog

This is where I share the stories that have shaped me—behind the camera and beyond it.

Some posts are about the families I’ve had the honor to photograph. Others are about the moments that shaped why I photograph at all.

From love stories to loss, sacred sessions to healing… this is the heart behind it all.

Client Legacy

A collection of stories from the lives I photograph—because legacy matters.

My Legacy

A collection of stories that shaped me into who I am - why I do what I do

The Beautiful Chaos | Benny’s Newborn Session

This newborn session with three little boys under four was full of movement and energy—and it taught me to lean into real-life connection over perfect posing.

Newborn Photography

Christine Pudel

Jul 171 min read

Family of four during their newborn session. Sitting on a bed, parents kissing, newborn in moms arm, older brother sitting in dads lap and covering his eyes to hide from the kiss.

Low-Key & Full of Heart | Josiah’s Newborn Session

This relaxed in-home newborn session was photographed before my business officially launched—but it holds such meaning. It was the first time I saw what was possible when research, presence, and heart come together.

Newborn Photography

Christine Pudel

Jul 171 min read

Woman in white sweater sitting on a bed with a white blanket, holding a baby in a white onesie. Both looking into the camera and smiling

The mom photographer - photoshoot after photoshoot

Becoming a mom photographer taught me that legacy lives in everyday moments. Here's why I stepped in front of the camera—and why I want other moms to, too.

Motherhood & Faith

Christine Pudel

Jul 123 min read

obviously pregnant woman sitting in hospital bed holding belly, attached to blood pressure machine, IVs and fetal monitor

Pregnancy, Isolation, and Quiet Trust

A fragile pregnancy during COVID, marked by bleeding, bedrest, and quiet faith. How Luke’s story deepened my trust and changed how I see legacy.

Motherhood & Faith

Christine Pudel

Jul 123 min read