Michelle Popp Photography

Michelle Popp Photography Michelle of Michelle Popp Photography is photographer specializing in newborn, maternity, motherhood

Film + Digital Family, Newborn, Maternity & Motherhood Photographer in Wilmington, NC

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The early days of motherhood are the beginning of the greatest love you will ever know. These first days with your newbo...
04/05/2025

The early days of motherhood are the beginning of the greatest love you will ever know. These first days with your newborn are often a blur and oh so fleeting, but they’re also the foundation of a love so deep, so unconditional, that nothing will ever compare.

Capturing these moments is about holding on to the essence of that first pure connection—before they grow, before time slips away. Because in those tiny, precious beginnings, you discover a love that will last a lifetime, one that will shape you in ways you in unimaginable ways.

Wilmington newborn photographer

Creating just for YOU. No expectations, no deadlines, no pressure to capture the shot or to deliver anything—just pure,...
04/04/2025

Creating just for YOU. No expectations, no deadlines, no pressure to capture the shot or to deliver anything—just pure, unfiltered creativity.

I rarely ever do this and by rarely I mean never, haha. Between running a business and homeschooling, there’s never space left to plan or prioritize something like this. But last year, I promised myself I would make space for it. Well, it never happened, but this year? I made it a priority.

When I saw the Bloom Workshop being hosted by I knew I needed to fly across the country and make it happen. There was no education, just simply creating. And oh, how my creative heart is full! There’s something so powerful about creating with no strings attached. It sparks a fire within you, reminding you why you fell in love with your craft in the first place.

Sometimes, you need to create just for yourself to truly reignite your passion. And I’m so grateful I finally gave myself that gift.



In a world that often moves too quickly, the things we cherish most can feel fleeting—emotions, memories, connections.Th...
04/04/2025

In a world that often moves too quickly, the things we cherish most can feel fleeting—emotions, memories, connections.

This frames serve as a reminder that the intangible beauty we hold in our hearts deserves to be made real, given form, and preserved. It’s an invitation to take those fleeting moments and give them the permanence they deserve. Your most precious memories are treasures meant to be remembered.

Walking down the stairs every morning seeing these bring so much joy to my heart ♥️

Those first days with your newborn – they’re a magical and beautiful blur.I know firsthand how quickly these early momen...
04/03/2025

Those first days with your newborn – they’re a magical and beautiful blur.

I know firsthand how quickly these early moments slip away. That’s why I have made it my mission for you to cherish your baby’s first days with timeless newborn photography.

We have availability for only 3 more newborns this Spring. If you are due this Spring, reach out soon!

Wilmington Newborn Photographer
Studio Newborn Wilmington
Hampstead Newborn Photography

All Motherhood Event galleries have been delivered! What a truly beautiful day celebrating and pampering the incredible ...
03/22/2025

All Motherhood Event galleries have been delivered! What a truly beautiful day celebrating and pampering the incredible bond between mamas and their babies. There’s something so timeless and special about capturing these moments on film—and with my last few rolls of , it made it even more special!

We had the most stunning floral backdrop and fun floral bouquet bar thanks to the amazing , making mamas feel and look their best with hair and make-up with the best Motherhood Event galleries have been delivered! What a truly beautiful day celebrating and pampering the incredible bond between mamas and their babies. There’s something so timeless and special about capturing these moments on film—and with my last few rolls of , it made it even more special!

We had the most stunning floral backdrop and a fun floral bouquet bar thanks to the amazing Kendra , delicious charcuterie snacks from Bleu & Oak, and sweet gift boxes packed with goodies from Sweet Memories Bakeshop, Freedom Studios, and Salty Cali.

It was an unforgettable celebration of love, beauty, and motherhood. I am truly honored to have captured the precious bond and love between you and your little ones! , delicious charcuterie snacks from , and sweet gift boxes packed with goodies from , and

It was an unforgettable celebration of love, beauty, and motherhood. I am truly honored to have captured the precious bond and love between you and your little ones!

Family photos are like little time capsules, freezing those wild, beautiful, messy moments that slip away faster than we...
03/13/2025

Family photos are like little time capsules, freezing those wild, beautiful, messy moments that slip away faster than we can catch our breath.

It’s the way your toddler snuggles against your chest or the laughter that fills the room when everyone all piled on the bed playing together.

These aren’t just pictures; they’re pieces of your heart, moments that won’t always be like this. One day, those little hands will grow, those giggles will change, and the world will feel a little quieter. But these photos? They’ll hold onto the magic of right now — the love, the mess, the laughter, all of it. So, take the photo, laugh a little louder, hold on a little tighter. Because time? It moves way too fast, and soon, all you’ll have are these frozen moments to remind you of what once was.

Something many mothers don’t realize: these portraits aren’t just for you.They’re the first days of your baby’s life jou...
02/20/2025

Something many mothers don’t realize: these portraits aren’t just for you.

They’re the first days of your baby’s life journey. Imagine years from now, flipping through your album and showing your child these images, telling them about how much they were loved, even before they were born. These become treasured family heirlooms, speaking of love across generations.

My forever Valentines ♥️📷: my girl
02/14/2025

My forever Valentines ♥️

📷: my girl

Capturing these moments of a growing family just hits differently. Maternity photos are such a beautiful way to freeze a...
01/30/2025

Capturing these moments of a growing family just hits differently. Maternity photos are such a beautiful way to freeze a moment in time—full of love, anticipation, and the excitement of what’s to come. They tell a story that will be cherished for years to come. So grateful to be a part of this sacred journey.

We’ve been busy behind the scenes planning every little detail for our upcoming San Diego Motherhood Event, and we can’t...
01/29/2025

We’ve been busy behind the scenes planning every little detail for our upcoming San Diego Motherhood Event, and we can’t wait to share it with you! 🌸 It’s going to be a day full of pampering, a stunning floral backdrop, and precious photo moments with your little ones. 💕
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Plus, we’re exploring the possibility of bringing this same beautiful experience to Wilmington soon! Stay tuned for more details and be sure to join our newsletter (link in bio). We’re so excited for what’s to come!

There’s something so sacred and beautiful about pregnancy—a time when anticipation mingles with dreams.
01/23/2025

There’s something so sacred and beautiful about pregnancy—a time when anticipation mingles with dreams.

So many beautiful sessions over the past few months that I’ve yet to share. Here’s a glimpse from this lovely maternity ...
01/20/2025

So many beautiful sessions over the past few months that I’ve yet to share. Here’s a glimpse from this lovely maternity session with this beautiful family. They recently welcomed their sweet baby boy into the world. 💙

There’s something so special about capturing these precious moments and the pure love of a growing family. So grateful to be part of these memories.

After FIVE long years, our beloved Motherhood Event is making its grand return to San Diego– and we’re beyond excited to...
01/10/2025

After FIVE long years, our beloved Motherhood Event is making its grand return to San Diego– and we’re beyond excited to bring this cherished experience back to you!

We’ve heard your requests, and we’re thrilled to announce that these petite sessions designed for moms and their little ones will once again be available, filled with all the pampering and love you deserve - and a few exciting new touches to make it even better than before!


SAVE THE DATE!
WHEN: Saturday, March 1st
WHERE: Studio | San Diego


We’re ready to spoil you with pampering, precious moments with your little ones, and timeless memories you’ll treasure always - before these fleeting childhood years slip away.

And trust us, these spots will sell out fast! To ensure an intimate, luxurious experience, VERY LIMITED spots will be available. So join our email list (link in bio) to find out all of the details and how to secure your spot!

It’s been awhile since I’ve posted and shown up here. I haven’t had much to say. Nothing seemed worthy or important to s...
01/09/2025

It’s been awhile since I’ve posted and shown up here. I haven’t had much to say. Nothing seemed worthy or important to share while feeling so broken and walking through such a tragic loss, losing my mom so suddenly.

Truth is, I hated coming on here and seeing life go on as usual while my world was crumbling beneath my feet and I felt so broken. It just didn’t seem right or fair.

I’ve been clinging to Jesus. I’ve been spending my mornings in prayer, mostly crying my heart out to Lord, journaling, and surrendering all the pain at the feet of Jesus. It’s too much for me to carry. One of the wisest things someone ever said to me in grief was that time doesn’t heal, only Jesus does.

He is our surpassing love, joy, peace, hope, and comfort. “He is close to the brokenhearted. He saves those crushed in spirit.” Psalm 34:18

I know that God didn’t cause her to get sick. He is not the author of sickness and disease. But He will use that pain and brokenness and turn it into something good. He is always working for our good. He will bring beauty from the ashes. I know that full well.

Slowly, the huge gaping hole in my heart is healing. Day by day it’s slowly being mended. Unexpected joy has been able to coexist with immense grief and sadness. Only by the grace of God.

Piece by piece He is mending my broken heart. A part of my heart and soul will forever be missing this side of heaven. But thank you Jesus for loving me, drawing near to me, carrying me through this unbearable pain, and thank you most of all for this being just a temporary separation. That is the greatest gift of all.

3 years of NC living! ☀️🌊 This coastal gem captured my heart from day one. Can’t believe it’s been that long since we fi...
07/25/2024

3 years of NC living! ☀️🌊 This coastal gem captured my heart from day one. Can’t believe it’s been that long since we first visited this stunning coastal town and fell head over heels. After visiting several potential places to live, it felt like a dream come true! So grateful for this incredible journey and for calling North Carolina home. ❤️
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Looking back through our first family photos here by my girl and they are some of my favorites! And dang it’s a beautiful reminder of why it’s so important to capture family photos annually. The boys have grown so much bigger since then 😭

It’s never too late to capture your baby at any stage. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀When we met for her gallery reveal and design appointmen...
07/19/2024

It’s never too late to capture your baby at any stage.
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When we met for her gallery reveal and design appointment, mom shared with me how heartbroken she was when her newborn photographer had to cancel due to pneumonia and how she always regretted not having them taken. She never imagined doing a 6 month milestone session instead, but now she can’t believe how perfect it turned out. Sometimes things don’t work out how we want them to, but there’s truly something so beautiful about each stage of your babyhood. Seeing mom’s eyes light up as she talked about how much these photos mean to her and how she’ll cherish these memories forever means the world to me.

Registration for our 10th Annual Santa Experience | San Diego is now live! I am so excited about out most awaited event ...
07/18/2024

Registration for our 10th Annual Santa Experience | San Diego is now live!

I am so excited about out most awaited event of the year - The Santa Experience! And let me tell you, this year's festivities are going to be bigger, better, and more enchanting than ever before.

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Capturing those last moments before your life is about to get better than you could have ever imagined!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀...
07/15/2024

Capturing those last moments before your life is about to get better than you could have ever imagined!
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Hampstead, NC
28443

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Monday 8am - 8pm
Tuesday 8am - 8pm
Wednesday 8am - 8pm
Thursday 8am - 8pm
Friday 8am - 8pm
Saturday 8am - 8pm
Sunday 8am - 8pm

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+14129566696

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