Baby Calendar Check Presentation | $3,500

As we tallied up the checks, we were simply blown away by the total...$3,500! That's how much our Baby Art Calendars helped raise for Victim Support Services. VSS provides counseling and shelter for Northeast Missouri victims of violence and abuse, primarily women and children.

"We want the the Baby Art Calendar to bring people joy, but we also wanted to raise awareness about the hidden crime of child abuse and neglect," said Hector Contreras, Studio 1004 owner and photographer.

The Baby Art Calendar project was a collaboration between Studio 1004
Modern Photography and Northeast Regional Medical Center (NRMC). The calendar was created to celebrate the hospital's newly renovated OB/Nursery Unit.

"What we loved about this project was that it made people realize VSS doesn't just provide services for adults but also children. We are so humbled by the donation," said Kim LeBaron, VSS Executive Director.





Hector Contreras,
Kirksville Photographer
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Sophia B. | babysteps™

It's amazing the see how little Sophia is growing and already 4 months. She arrived at the studio asleep. She got a little cranky with us for waking her but after she finished her bottle she was all smiles!

Our Babysteps™ program is designed to capture your baby’s first year of life with four separate photo sessions: held at 2 weeks, 4 months, 8 months and one year. For details about the program, send me an email. finephotos@studio1004.net

Hector Contreras,
Kirksville Photographer
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Cole W. | newborn

I always feel obligated to keep our sets new and fresh...so this year our newest addition to our Babysteps™ program is the baby bed! Handmade by John's brother Jason and his wood master buddy Justin. It's so comfy our newborns just can't help but fall fast asleep.



Hector Contreras,
Kirksville Photographer
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London | coming soon

Jessica is over the moon about her new baby girl London. Jessica said doctors told her she wouldn't able to carry a baby but God said otherwise. We can't wait to meet her too!



Hector Contreras,
Kirksville Photographer
studio1004.net

Babysteps™

Hector Contreras,
Kirksville Photographer
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Sunshine. Finally!

Hector Contreras,
Kirksville Photographer
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Carter S. | 1 year-old

Well, well, well...our buddy Carter has turned the big 1 already! It seems like it was just yesterday when he was being fussy and didn't want to sleep as a newborn baby.

Teresa and Brad it has been a true joy to see Carter grow during this year. I'm humbled to have been a part of this memorable time.


Hector Contreras,
Kirksville Photographer
studio1004.net

Cole W. | newborn

I always feel so lucky when a newborn baby comes to the studio! It's like Christmas for me in February! My new little friend is Cole Michael Waddle. He was born February 17 and weighed 7 lbs 13 oz.

The best part of his first visit to the studio is that he slept through most of his session! That hardly ever happens.

Here are some of my favorites.



Hector Contreras,
Kirksville Photographer
studio1004.net

Romeo, Chanti & Ali | Galveston, Texas

On our trip to Texas, we took my nieces, Chanti and Ali, and my nephew Romeo to the warehouse district in Galveston for a photo shoot. We don't get to see them often, so we spoil them rotten when we visit. Here are some of my favorite shots from their session.



Hector Contreras,
Kirksville Photographer
studio1004.net

Tutus & Ties | Children Portrait Special

Hector Contreras,
Kirksville Photographer
studio1004.net