NATURAL Newborn photography
The newborn phase is fleeting, so don't miss capturing those first, special days of your baby's life. To make things easy, I can come to you or you can visit my home studio in Highett. My style is natural, pure and simplistic with minimal posing. My goal is to capture the special bond and love that you have for your new baby.
Newborn studio photography sessions
To get the most out of your newborn photo shoot, it’s best if everyone feels relaxed and comfortable. My home studio in Highett has been perfectly created for natural newborn photography.
My clean and cosy studio has plenty of beautiful natural light, a calming and relaxing atmosphere for both parents and baby.
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Contact me early in your pregnancy to book combined Maternity and Newborn sessions either in your home or at my studio. With this you’ll receive 20% discount off the total number of images you choose from each shoot.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
I’M PREGNANT, WHEN DO I BOOK IN?
It’s such an exciting time once you know you’re pregnant. A good time to book in is around the 3rd trimester. I’ll pencil your due date in my diary and leave room around that date to accommodate for your newborn shoot. Once bubba has arrived, give me a call and we’ll lock in the actual date and time. I’ll also send you my Welcome Booklet that has lots of info about how to prepare, what to wear, etc.
CAN PARENTS & SIBLINGS BE PHOTOGRAPHED WITH THE BABY AS WELL?
Yes absolutely! My style is ‘lifestyle, natural” – your baby snuggled in Mum or Dad’s arms or being kissed by a big brother or sister. These will be your first portraits of your new family so it’s so important to capture these raw emotions and authentic moments of love and connection you have for your new member of the family.
HOW LONG IS A NEWBORN SESSION AND WHAT TIME WILL IT BE AT?
The session can run for between 1-3 hours. I schedule newborn shoots between 10.30 -11.30am due to the sun being high in the sky giving good, natural window light. There’s no time limit, it’s all baby led so if you need to comfort, feed, or burp your baby then that’s what we’ll do to keep your newborn happy and content.
IS IT NECESSARY TO PHOTOGRAPH MY newborn WITHIN THE FIRST 10 DAYS SINCE BIRTH?
This isn’t as important for ‘Lifestyle’ photography as I can photograph your baby at any age. Posed newborn photographers prefer to photograph your newborn within 10 days due to your baby basically sleeping most of the time and it’s easier for them to manoeuvre them into various poses. If you prefer the newborn phase to capture their ‘newness’, it’s probably a good idea to photograph them during this time period.
WHAT ABOUT OLDER NEWBORNS THEN?
Babies can be photographed at any age. If you missed the newborn bubble, don’t worry as I’ll always try to find space in my calendar to accommodate your shoot.
DO I NEED TO BRING VARIOUS OUTFITS OR WRAPS TO THE SHOOT?
No, I have a selection of wraps, onesies and blankets in neutral tones for you to choose from. I also have a client wardrobe for Mums should they have nothing to wear. I have a beanbag that I cover with neutral coloured blankets for your newborn’s comfort and we can either strip them down to just their nappy and wrap them in my variety of wraps or dress them in a cute onesie. Sentimental items or gifts can also be used.
DO YOU USE PROPS?
Babies are perfect just as they are. My style is natural, simplistic, and timeless, so I do not use any props.
HOW DO I PAY?
You will be invoiced for a deposit to lock in your photo shoot date and time upon receiving your booking. Package prices include Session Fee and GST so there will be no additional costs. Final payment goes by the number of images you choose (“Seed” Package minimum.). You don’t have to stick to the package numbers as you’ll be invoiced for any additional photos on top of the package you’re closest too.
DO YOU SUPPLY DIGITAL FILES?
Yes, all packages include your chosen images in digital format on USB plus 7 x 5 inch art prints as I really believe photos should be printed.
ARE YOU VACCINATED?
I’m fully vaccinated and up to date for COVID, Whooping Cough and Flu.
I’d love to hear from you should you have any more questions.
