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Framed artwork featuring five black-and-white child portraits on a white background.

FIRST BIRTHDAY COMPOSITE

10/21/2025 | By: Dana Ashlyn Photography, Inc

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A Classic Black & White Composite First Birthday Portrait

This black and white classic composite portrait of a one-year-old boy in Raleigh captures a meaningful milestone in his family’s story. As the third child, his portrait follows the same timeless composite structure created for his older sister and brother—continuing a tradition that celebrates each child’s first birthday in a cohesive, heirloom way.

A Timeless Portrait Study in Black and White

This classic composite highlights a range of gentle expressions, each revealing a different side of his personality at one year old. The center image features him wearing a timeless bonnet, a subtle detail that adds softness and tradition to the portrait study. Rendered in black and white, the images emphasize light, expression, and form—allowing the focus to remain on the child himself.

Continuing a Family Heirloom Tradition

Each sibling in this family has been photographed using the same composite structure to mark their first birthday. Displayed together, the portraits tell a visual story of childhood unfolding—each one distinct, yet beautifully connected. This thoughtful consistency creates a meaningful collection that grows alongside the family.

Elegant Presentation in a Classic Gold Frame

The finished composite was delivered fully framed in a classic gold frame, ready to hang alongside his sister and brother’s portraits. The warm tones of the frame complement the monochromatic artwork, elevating the portrait while maintaining a timeless, gallery-style presentation that fits seamlessly into the home.

Preserving Milestones Through Heirloom Portraits

The first year passes quickly, but a thoughtfully crafted composite preserves this fleeting season with intention and care. For Raleigh families, heirloom portrait studies like this one become lasting reminders of childhood—artwork designed to be enjoyed every day and cherished for generations.

Capture your child’s first birthday milestone with a classic composite portrait in Raleigh, created to honor both individuality and family tradition.

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