Well, who are you? (Who are you? Who, who, who, who?)
I really wanna know (Who are you? Who, who, who, who?)
Tell me, who are you? (Who are you? Who, who, who, who?)
‘Cause I really wanna know (Who are you? Who, who, who, who?)
I have had this song by The Who stuck in my head for days – mainly because I was catching up on some much neglected blog/website stat reviews, when I came across some wonderfully gorgeous people who had themselves blogged about me and my newborn and baby photography. I was blown away, truly. Particularly as I had never heard a peep from these people before, and yet here they were, taking the time to stop and write to the special people in their world, about my work. I felt flattered, actually – more than that, I felt honoured. Speechless, in fact. I would have never known that they had done so had I not stumbled across them. But, it also made me realise there must be many people out there who may visit my blog without ever saying a word (and considering my stats, that’s the majority of you!).
So today, I challenge all of your silent visitors out there!!!! Drop in and say hello! Even if it’s just one word, I’d love to hear from you in the comments field on my blog below. Go on… it will take two seconds, I promise! 
Whether you’ve never commented, commented once, comment occassionally or comment every time I blog (I appreciate it more than you know… x), I’m talking to YOU! Yes, YOU! Show me you’re listening 
Coincidentally, I’m also updating a new FAQ post for my blog shortly, so if there is some burning question you’ve wanted to ask me about anything (doesn’t have to be biz related) either pop it in the comments below, or send me an email.
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91 Comments
Dropping in to say Hi!!
Always inspired by your beautiful work!
Big gold star for you being the first to comment, Lucy! Thank you! x
Hi Kristen, Just dropping in to say hi! Love your work, you’re awesome
PS who am I? A mother of two with an interest in children’s photography. Would love to one day do it as a career.
I’m always listening and reading and watching
I am always lurking on your blog and FB page, so I am coming out to say hi.
Hi Kirsten!
I’m a portrait photographer in WEllington, New Zealand. A fellow photographer suggested I check out your blog to see how the master (mistress?!) does it!! You are of course fantastic and I’ve been following you for a few months now… so hi!! *waves*
I am completely inspired by your work – are you attending Inspire??
Of all the amazing photographers, you rank in my top five favorites! I truly enjoy your work and enjoy every post!
I’m guilty of not giving you as much blog love as I should! I love your work and promise to stop in more often. You are an amazing artist
Hello everyone!!! Thank you for saying hello – lovely to meet you all x
I am a silent follower! An early childhood educator who is blown away by the way in which you capture children’s innocence, inquisitiveness, capabilities and pure joy! For years i have been tired and frustrated of seeing children dressed up and used as marketing models or toys, put into positions that even most of us “adults” wouldn’t want to be put in just so that someone could say “awww how cute!” Children are much more than cute! And you have an amazing knack of showing it! Thank you!
Ok, I’ll stop lurking!
I am a portrait photographer in Seattle…absolutely LOVE your work! Very inspiring!!
I only discovered you blog the other day. I’m a designer and very very (very very) amateur/beginner photographer who is currently undergoing IVF and longing for a baby of my own.
I read you entire blog in one hit and subscribed via RSS. I think your work is absolutely amazing! I’m about a year younger than you. I find your work, your business and what you’ve achieved very inspirational. I can’t wait to have one of your stunning photographs grace our wall.
Love Your work Kristen! Last night, whilst driving home, I was imagining I had my 2nd child and picturing how you would photograph him/her and Noah together! xxoo
Hi lovely.
Just wanted to say hello! And thanks for now getting that song stuck in my head. 
xoxo Love you and love your beautiful art. xx
hi kristen, i was checking out an album co. recently and got linked to you there. i have been following you since. i adore your newborn work and have especially enjoyed your “photo-a-day”. thank you for sharing!
Okay, okay…I’m here:) I’m a children’s photographer way over in California and I adore your work. You are such an inspiration.
I read every entry of yours, but am usually a bit too shy to comment! But seeing as you were so encouraging, I just wanted to say I adore your work, and am constantly inspired by your style, and the quality of your work. Above all though, I adore the kind personal message you leave the parents at the end of each blog post, it melts me!
Hi, also chiming in here to say I read but haven’t commented before.
I’m a JSO children & family photographer, also attended a Jinky workshop and have been following your blog for a while – so beautiful and inspirational! 
long time lurker, first time commenter. I just adore all your pictures and you do such great work!
Hello to you all!! Thank you for introducing yourselves – wonderful to meet you x
I am an occasional commentor, but checking your blog for any new entries is literally my first port of call when I turn on my computer each day. I love your work, but I also love the way you write! Your words have brought me to tears many times, especially when you write about your love for your children. I very much relate to you but cannot find the beautiful words that you do. If this photography thing doesn’t work out (yeah right!) you could be a writer for sure! I would love to know in your newest FAQ whether you did any type of training? As a self taught amateur, I am wondering what I should do next to learn more. Also, do you ever have a newborn session when the baby just will not sleep?? You make it look so easy but as I recently discovered…. it’s not! Can’t wait for your next FAQ instalment….
Hello, Kristen! I love your work! I am from Russia,Siberia, Novosibirsk. Been following your works and I can not but admire. I try, I try to achieve the same quality, color and extraordinarily beautiful photos. I have something to strive for. Only the weather is not luck, it is winter (-20), overcast, waiting for summer))) 3-4 times a week I go to your blog and admire.
You are the best!
(I have a daughter in Milan, she was 1 year and 8 months, train on it). Hopefully, someday’ll do the same skin color)) It turns peach in natural light, when it is sufficient, but not at this time of year. Actually winter is obtained only by standing at the window (
I apologize for my English, I know its bad, I am writing through translator)))
Good luck to you all health and your family!
With love, Tanya!
A fellow professional photographer who adores your work. I have you in my Google Reader and I read every blog post. I am in love with the creamy skin tones you achieve.
Hi Kristen – long time fan here. You know it!
Writing from outside of Philadelphia, PA. Have been reading your blog for a while, maybe a year or so? LOVE IT! I have 5 children and while I LOVE kids, I really do not enjoy the baby stage so much. I feel like I am so tired that I miss all the tender moments. So looking at your pics make me feel the joy of babyhood without the sleepless nights, sore nipples and dirty diapers.
*waves* hello. Love your work. your an inspiration
I stumbled across your work and blog and from the day I did I check your blog religiouly every day, its the first thing I do when I get onto my laptop, even before checking my mail! I’m inlove with your work and your passion for it. You have inspired me and are responible for me making the desicion to persue Childrens portrait photography.. I love love love it and can imaging doing it and enjoying doing it for the rest of my life.. If you have a minute check out my website.. http://www.wix.com/catmac/catherinemcgillewie
Hi Kristen! I’m a lurker, but madly in love with your work. I’m “shooting” my first newborn next weekend and your site gives true inspiration to a newbie!
LOVE your stuff!!!!!!! Inspired for sure. <3
I don’t know how I found you … but I love, love, love your photography. Honestly think you are one of the best out there. Hoping to one day be as good
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I am a photographer near Philadelphia PA and I love reading your blog! Your work is fantastic!
Not sure I’ve ever commented, but I check out your blog almost daily. I stumbled upon your site initially while doing a search for my name (same as your’s — first AND last) under photography. (I’m not sure what I thought I was looking for!!! Ha!) I’m a new-ish, totally self-taught photographer, having caught a few weddings, some portraits, and some other events. I don’t have a website yet, but am dreaming. I love to study your pictures. You are teaching me a lot, so thank you! Your work is beautiful. I especially enjoy your January Photo-a-day projects. Very precious!
Hi Kristen! I don’t know how I found you– maybe through Kelley Ryden (she came to my studio for a workshop this year, too!). I love your work and you seem SO DARN SWEET! I can tell how much you love your kids and your job. Hope we can meet someday
Beginning photographer here just saying hi and that I LOVE your work. Your photos are amazing and definitely where I strive to be someday!
i love seeing what you are up to! So inspiring!!
Hellooooo
Im a stalker, visit every few days. Love your work, definitely stands out in the crowd of photographers out there!!!
Hello to everyone out there – thanks for taking the time to say hello
Means so much x
Hello there! Huge, HUGE fan. I’m doing a photo-a-day project myself after being inspired by you! Thank you for that! It is giving much such joy.
As far as questions go…I’d love to know more about your newborn sessions as it is the direction I’d like to take my business. For example…what are your fav settings with newborns, favorite lenses? Helps with posing….
Thanks Kristen!
Hey Kirsten, Im a serial lurker and admirer. I was introduce to your work by a fellow twin mum called Zoe. You photographed her when she was pregnant and later the twins and I fell in love with your amazing photos.
Im an beginner photographer just starting out and you are a huge inspiration and mentor. I look at your images and read you blog and learn so much. So thank you for being so inspirational.
Yo Yo Yo. Well, I don’t really need to introduce myself, but thought I would say HI to my beautiful friend. So… HI miss K, you know I love your blog.
I subscribe to your feed and enjoy it every time I see a new post from you. You inspired me and a few friends of mine to do our own month long project right after you finished yours.
greetings from sydney
OK I confess…I’m a bit of a stalker too!
Always an inspiration…love your beautiful work!
you blog emails me everytime you update and i never get sick of looking at you beautiful images, I’m a photographer in Brisbane and one day aim to be as excellent as you are.
Don’t know how I missed your fb page! I’m a fan now. I LOVE your work. It’s so beautiful.
hi ! sam here…… a huge fan as you know…….i do love getting all the blog updates to see what beautiful images you will show us next !! thanks for sharing ! you inspire me on my own blog and fb page….. i like to share more about my family now since looking at yours !!!! so thank you !!
Greting from Germany!!! I love your work so much Kristen! You are my inspiration every single day!
Hi! Just dropping in to lurk on your blog again, only to find that I am going to out myself instead!!!! Love your blog and work!
I love love love your work!!!!! I have a 9 week old little man who is very gorgeous… I’m in the process of convincing my husband that we need a trip to Melbourne (we live in Tassie!) so we can come and have a photo session with you! I will hopefully be in contact with you soon!
Who am I? I’m a computer geek by day and a photographer by night. I am in love with your work and find great inspiration in every little one that you capture.
just saying hi! you are an inspiration
Ok…ok…I’ll post a comment.
Hello from Tampa, FL, Kristen! I’ve been following your blog for some time now. I absolutely love your work. Your Photo-A-Day Project is wonderful. Thanks for sharing.
Hello,
I’m also follow your blog because I like it
Keep up the good work!
OOOPS you caught me. Another lurker here who ADORES your work Kristen!
I am a avid fan of your work Kristen. Not only are your images some of the most beautiful I have seen but your words are also just as beautiful. Your clients are so lucky to have you!
Hello! You know I love your work Kristen xoxo
I’m another one popping in to say hello. I read religiously but have never commented (my bad). You are such an inspiration Kristen. I shake my head in disbelief at how good you really are. You make it look SO easy but I know it’s not. You are amazing.
Another lurker dropping in to say hello. Love your work
Greetings from all of the way on the other side of the world (I’m a London based photographer and a huge fan)
Ok I’m going to stop lurking and work up the courage to comment for the first time. You are my all time favorite photographer Kristen. Everything you do is magic!
Hello everyone!! Thank you so much for commenting and saying hello – so lovely to hear from you all. x
Hi Kristen, I just love your work and i’m really looking forward to your FAQ post. I’m just starting out in photogrphy and appreciate all the information i receive.
I’ve been following your blog for the past few months and am looking forward to bringing our baby to meet you in a few weeks.
Hey Kristin~ I’m an aspiring portrait photographer from Maryland, USA! You inspire me!!
Kristen, I love all that you do, all that you share, you have a gorgeous way of seeing things…. amazing..
Nicole
Ok, I will come out and admit I am a huge lurker having never posted. Thanks for being such an inspirational newborn photographer Kristen
hi gorgeous girl
I like to stalk you in person as well whenever I get the chance
love love love you AND your beautiful work.
xxxx
As a previous client, I can vouch for the fact that you are AMAZING Kristen (I should really comment more often as I read your blog all the time). I am so honoured to have had you photograph our precious baby and I am so proud to display your work on the walls in my home.
Hello!!!!!! You are the best baby photographer. Thanks for being such a huge inspiration to me. AND for being SO NICE. You can tell by your blog posts you are just as nice in person as your images are. Thanks, Tamara.
Long time no speak! I do visit often, but I am also another that hasn’t yet commented. I still treasure our photographs every single day, Kristen. Thank you for your amazing art.
Hello everyone!!! You are all amazing – thank you for taking the time to make yourself known
x
Hi Kristin – LOVE your blog. My 22 month old daughter and I check it out daily. She’s almost as in love with it as I am I think
Thank you for all your inspiring work – I check out your site before every shoot to get some new ideas. Also, thanks for your link to Jinky Art. I’ve enrolled in their next workshop. Very excited!
You do amazing work! Love, love, love it!
a scrapbooker and photo hobbyist who looks to your for inspiration and a smile.
Hi Kristen, I absolutely adore your work. The photo’s you took of my son are my pride and joy.
I am looking forward to seeing the new FAQ. Here are a few I would love to know (as someone that wants to learn to take great photo’s of my son as he grows). Is it ever on your horizon to run workshops? I would sooooo lurve to learn from you. Who is your website/blog designer?
Again, love your work, and I look at your blog/facebook daily.
I check in every day but don’t comment…. I think I would run out of words to tell you how amazing I think you are :O)
I pop by at least once a week, I love the way you care, and totally love what you do. And more importantly how much you adore you’re little ones, you’re all gorgeous.
Hi Kristen, I’m another silent follower
! Your work is magical. Your blog is the first one on my list to check. I especially love the photographs of your own children. They are beautiful.
I would love to know more about your studio. Thank you for all your inspiration!
First time commenter…I found your blog a few months ago and I love your work! Always beautiful. Always inspiring.
I absolutely love your work. You are by far my favorite photographer when it comes to children’s portraiture. Such vibrant, lovely, timeless, classic images. You are truly an inspiration.
Hello all of you special people. It’s truly a pleasure to hear from you
Just wanted to pop in and say hi. I love reading your blog and your images are absolutely stunning!
Hi Kristen. I’m a HUGE fan of your beautiful work. I first found you when looking for a photographer to take newborn photos of our bub. Unfortunately I was due just after you so we missed out on a newborn session (one day I will get over it) but we are on your waiting list and just cannot wait to be touched by that Kristen Cook magic.
OH that would be ME! I LOVE YOUR WORK!!!! I found you on flickr and visit occasionally and WILL say how amazing you are from now on. Can you imagine if we all commented on every site we visited, would make us all so encouraged!
there are alot of amazing artists out there, and you are by far one of them!! thank you for inspiring!
Hi Kristen! I have been following and flicking through your wonderful pictures for the last 18 months, at least once a week (mostly while I am at work hehe)… many times I have wanted to express how wonderful I find your pictures, but I can never find the words, so I end up sitting there staring endlessly at your work and praying that you will never stop
I find much joy in your work (as you must do) and hope one day when I have my turn to bring a little one into the world, you will be there to capture those precious moments!
Just have to say Hi! Love love love your work!
hello kristen! i found your blog sometime ago but havent stopped by for a while. i love everything about your style… your an amazing photographer! rowe x
Hi Kristen
Cant wait for your FAQ post. Can you some images of your studio in FAQ post. Love your work you are so inspiring. Kylie
hello from the central coast of california!
you rock!! cant wait for FAQ on your blog. I unfortunately have brittany song stuck in my head! wo is me