It's Opening Day!


And that means a few things in the Dawn Talia Photography world:

  1. The Yankees are back, baby.
  2. I’m mentally at the stadium, even if I’m physically editing your photos in yoga pants.
  3. I’m pulling out all the baseball-themed sessions I’ve done over the years and getting all misty-eyed... but like, in a cool, non-smudged-mascara kind of way.


Baseball has always been more than just a sport in my world.....it's my childhood. I fell in love with the game thanks to my Dad. I grew up playing softball (played outfield and first base, thank you very much) and when I stopped playing I was at my brother's game yelling and screaming and watching him play. Some of my favorite memories are — watching my Dad and brother play, tossing the ball around together, hitting up the batting cages, and learning the ins and outs of MLB from the couch while my Dad explained every rule as we cheered (or yelled) at the TV. To this day, it’s still something we bond over, and I always love chatting with him about the game. Funny enough, he’s a Mets fan—and he still jokes that he has no idea how I ended up a Yankees fan. And it doesn’t stop there. My brother? Mets fan. My boyfriend? Also a Mets fan. I’m completely surrounded. Don't get me wrong, I'm not a Mets hater. I grew up waching them and was even rooting for them during the playoffs last year. Unless they played us....then see ya! Thankfully, I’m not completely alone in my Yankees fandom—I’ve got my ride-or-die baseball buddy Erik. He's my game day partner, celebratory hype squad, and co-sufferer when the season doesn't go our way. And reminds me no matter how many Mets fans surround me in my life or where I live....The Pinstripes are where it's at. Check out a few personal photos I added down below for all the receipts!


Oh—and did I mention I live in Queens, NY? Yep. Smack dab in Mets territory. I am a proud, loud Yankees fan deep behind enemy lines. But don’t worry—I’ve got pinstripes and sass in equal amounts, and I represent the Bronx Bombers proudly. I'm sure the neighbors in my building will definitely agree with that come Subway Series time or during playoffs.


As a Family and Children’s Photographer based in Port Chester, NY (and commuting from Queens like the multitasking wizard I am), I can’t tell you how much joy it brings me to blend personal passions with photography. Over the years, I’ve had the absolute blast of photographing little sluggers and home-run hitters in the making—from tiny newborns curled up in Yankees hats to cake smash sessions complete with mini bats, stadium vibes, and frosting-covered MVPs.


These sessions are a whole different ballgame (pun 100% intended). They're filled with nostalgia, giggles, and maybe a few cracker jacks. Whether you're a Yankees fan (hi, new best friend), a Mets fan (we’ll make it work), or just someone who loves watching their kid light up while swinging a plastic bat—these are the kinds of memories that hit it out of the park.


So, in honor of Opening Day, here’s a look back at some of my favorite baseball-themed photo sessions. From newborns in Yankee caps to toddlers posing like pros in the dugout and on the field, these little MVP's bring the spirit of the game to every shot.


Spoiler alert: they're a home run.


Ready to knock your next session out of the park?

Let’s chat! Booking is open for spring and summer sessions, and YES—baseball themes are always welcome. Yankees gear gets extra smiles from me… Mets gear? Eh. I’ll try not to crop it out. 😉 ✨ Whether your little one’s just starting T-ball or you’re raising the next Aaron Judge, I’ll capture it all with a whole lotta love and just the right amount of sass (on brand, obviously). Can't wait to see you all!


xo

Dawn



Child in baseball attire holds baseball while wearing Rookie gear and baseball cap against blue backdrop.
A young baseball fan wearing a Yankees cap and team shirt holds two baseballs against a bright blue wall background.
A young baseball player sits on a dugout bench with decorative bunting and a glove nearby against a bright blue wall.
Small child in baseball shirt covering eyes while laughing against bright blue wall background.
A young baserunner wearing a New York Yankees cap poses next to large white letters spelling 'ONE' against a blue wall.
A small fan wearing a Yankees cap and baseball uniform sits against a bright blue wall.
Young child in baseball attire sits in dugout holding wooden bat against bright blue background.
A person in casual attire sits on a concrete wall against a bright blue background wearing pink sneakers and a baseball cap.
Baseball themed photo shoot with decorative sports props and white brick wall backdrop.
Young baseball fan in NY Yankees cap stands with bat against white brick wall with sports equipment display.
A young sports fan poses energetically in front of a white brick wall with basketballs and a Yankees baseball on display.
A player on a baseball field crouching with a baseball glove and bright red shoes on dirt ground.
A young child in a baseball style shirt and cap looks up at the sky while standing on a baseball field.
A small baseball player crouches in ready position on a dirt field with a ball nearby and wooden fencing in background.
Sweet newborn photography with NY Yankees cap, baseball glove and bat on gray knit blanket.