The Blur of Motherhood: An NPS Photography Personal Project

November 30, 2023

kids running around mom

motherhood – noun state of being a mother

I brainstormed words that describe motherhood to me…

love

guilt

intense

patience

unconditional

beautiful

soul sucking

soul giving

devotion

selfless

hard

magical

emotional

unpredictable

a blur.

A blur. When I think back to mothering littles, blur best describes it.

Motherhood is a jumble of emotions that change from one second to the next and at times feels like an out of body experience.

Black and white images are always raw with emotions to me. You strip away the color and are left with expressions and feelings.

My Blur of Motherhood Project marries these two – black and white images that show the blur (emotionally and visually with motion blur).

And to stretch myself and my photography skills, I plan on shooting these sessions with my digital camera AND my film camera.

Here’s where I need you!

I’m currently doing a model call within 10 miles of the 20007 zip code! Applications will be accepted November 30-December 10th. Models will be notified January 10th.

  • a mom with 1 or more children under the age of 8 
  • must be available in February for a 30 minute session in your home
  • a home with ample natural light (you will be asked to submit photos)
  • open to styling/wardrobe assistance
  • must sign a model release
  • you will get the edited digital images from your session as a thank you!

Thank you to everyone that applied! The applications are closed at this time.

Models will be notifies January 10th, 2024.

mom laughing holding baby and little girl

meet

Natasha

Hi, I’m Natasha Sewell, owner of NPS Photography—DC photographer, mom of three, and expert at keeping newborn sessions calm and chaos-free.

I’ve worked with hundreds of families across DC and know exactly how to make this feel easy for you. Whether your toddler’s melting down or your baby skipped their nap, I’ve got you.

You don’t need a “picture perfect” house or matching outfits. You just need someone who knows how to guide you through it all. That’s where I come in. 



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