There is something truly magical about photographing a brand-new little life. As a Long Beach newborn photographer, I’m invited into some of the most intimate, fleeting moments a family will ever experience. This week, I had the privilege of photographing a beautiful family who welcomed their first baby—an incredibly calm, squishy, perfect little boy who absolutely melted my heart.Read More
I love sharing snippets from my newborn photo shoots in the Long Beach studio! It’s a little glimpse into a brand new life with a little one. Capturing these memories for my clients is a true joy. Babies grow so fast that it’s important to schedule as close to the two week mark as possible.
I typically start with parents and baby because I keep the room warm. The longer clients are sitting in the warm room, the more they start to feel the heat. Plus, it’s nice to get that part done so parents can relax and watch me photograph the baby alone. Read More
I’m a baby photographer in Long Beach and this sweet little photo session with Baby J started out with her big sister. Usually my first pose is the older sibling sitting cross legged while holding the baby in their lap. From there, I’ll have the older sibling lay on their tummy with their head close to the baby. It’s the perfect position for giving kissing and taking close-up shots.Read More
Taking photographs of newborn babies can be a challenging task, especially when there are older siblings involved. Photographing newborns with siblings can be a sweet way to capture the family all together and create lasting memories. However, it does require some special considerations to ensure that the photoshoot goes smoothly. Here’s what you can expect when photographing newborns with siblings, and some tips for posing.
Whether you are photographing your own baby at home or you’re a newborn photographer looking to get better photos, I have a simple tip that will help!
When I go out to eat, I don’t mess around. If it’s a place I haven’t been before, I’m asking friends, checking the website and reading all the Yelp reviews. Life it too short to pay for a bad meal!
And I would recommend treating photography the same way. Do your research before you commit to a photographer. Who wants to spend hundreds of dollars on an experience you hate or photos you don’t love!?
The key to getting a good amount of variety in a newborn session is all in the flow! And the flow is important to get the clients in and out in under 90 minutes (or 45 minutes if it’s just the baby). There are times I need a little bit more time (if the baby is very fussy) but most clients don’t want to be in a session for hours.
Maybe you just don’t feel good about going out right now. Maybe professional photography isn’t in your budget. For whatever the reason, many people document the first week at home.
Newborn photography at home might sound great, but you have some concerns. Here’s a few things to consider as you’re deciding whether to do your newborn photo session at home or in the studio.
When a client asks about my covid procedures, it feels good to say…they’ve been in place for years, before covid even existed!