Congratulations on your new baby! If you’re searching for an Orange County newborn photographer, you probably have a lot of questions about what a newborn session actually looks like — and what makes one photographer different from another. I’m Kristin Eldridge, a Long Beach-based newborn and family photographer, and I want to walk you through exactly what to expect when you book a session with me.
Welcoming your second baby is a completely new chapter—beautiful, emotional, and unlike the experience of becoming a parent the first time. Many families assume they only need newborn photos for their first child, but the truth is: your second baby deserves to have their own story documented just as thoughtfully. I’ve talked with some of the best newborn photographers in Long Beach, and we all agree, it’s so meaningful for families to preserve these moments.
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
It’s all about the soft winter white for this Newport Beach baby photographer! I love how dreamy this session turned out. The light coming into the studio is very conducive to newborn sessions.
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.
Photographing babies is always special, but photographing the baby of someone you know is the icing on the cake. And, when that baby is over-the-top cute and so cooperative you have to keep checking that she’s a real baby, you just pinch yourself!
Here’s Baby Kendall and all the hats, baskets and blankets she modeled for me!
One of my recent photo sessions was triplet head shots for their agency, Zuri Model and Talent.
Here are the boys…
When identical boys like this are booked, the agency will want them to look as similar as possible in the photos. They will typically get cast for one role, so they want to be able to double for each other!
Cuteness runs in this family, because the boys’ sister is a stunner and she’s also modeling with Zuri!
‘Making the decision to have a child- it’s momentous. It is to decide forever to have your heart go outside your body.’
-Elizabeth Stone
Oh how I love to see first time parents. These tiny little bundles change them. Life will never be the same and you never knew you could love someone so much!
//newborn photography at my studio in Long Beach, CA
More spring mini-sessions coming up! The wildflowers are starting pop up here and there, so by mid-April they’ll be perfect for photo sessions. I’m going to wait until the week before to pick the exact location (to see which of my favorites has the best flower growth), but it will be in Long Beach, Seal Beach or Huntington Beach.
Here’s the details: $100 for a 20 minute session The first 2 to sign up for April 20 and the first 2 to sign up for April 21 will get a free digital image with their purchase. [info@kristineldridge.com or 562.980.6480]
April 20 5:40-6:00, 6:00-6:20, 6:20-6:40, 6:40-7:00
April 21st 5:40-6:00, 6:00-6:20, 6:20-6:40, 6:40-7:00
As you can see, the times are in the evening, because there’s just nothing better than sunset lighting in a field of long grass and wildflowers! This could be a great Mother’s Day gift or think ahead for Father’s Day!
