Newborn Photography
If you landed on this page, I assume congratulations are in order! It's never too early or too late to book a Newborn photoshoot so whether you are still expecting or baby has already arrived, you are in the right place!
Right now, you are probably going through so many feelings all at once whether baby is here or not but you can probably already appreciate how time flies and your baby won't be this tiny forever. As a mother of two myself, I can tell you how soon enough you will wish to go back in time just to see them that small once again. Well, this is where my work start. I am here to freeze some of moments in time so you can cherish those memories for years to come.
My newborn photoshoots all take place in my studio in Hawkinge where I can offer two very different type of sessions.
Props and Poses
For this session type you will be able to choose as many props and colours as you want. As a fully trained photographer, I will be able to pose your baby safely into several positions while they are fast asleep.
Parents and siblings shots can be included although the emphasis will be on your baby.
All White Sessions
While all my sessions are baby-led, this one involves natural light and very minimal posing and props and I will focus on capturing the tiny details of your newborn and tell your story as a family.
My session workflow typically includes discussing your preferences, scheduling a convenient time, the actual photo session, and then selecting and editing the best images. I am more than happy to answer any questions but you might also find your questions answered below.
When do I book?
I usually recommend booking after your 20 weeks scan once you know everything is progressing well. Your due date will be pencilled in and once baby has arrived, you need to let me know so that we can find a suitable date/time for you to come to my studio in Hawkinge, Folkestone.
How old should my baby be?
We like for babies to be anywhere between 4-21 days for better results. Past this time, your baby will already start to be a little more awake and it becomes more difficult to pose them. That being said, you can book them in for a newborn photoshoot anytime up to 6 weeks and if they are a little older, you might get some cute first smiles!
How long does the session take?
If you decide to go for the silver or gold package, your session can last up to 3 hours. This is so that we can take our time posing and working at baby's own pace.
Do i need to pay a deposit?
Yes, a £50 deposit is required to secure your due date in my diary. This will be deducted from your final balance.
Can I book on a weekend?
Yes I do work on Saturdays as well however the weekend slots are very popular with families and I tend to get booked up a few months in advance. I also like to prioritise families with school-aged children.
I have booked, what happens next?
Once baby's arrived and we agreed on a date, you will receive a prep guide with everything you need to know about the session. From what to bring to what to wear, I have you covered. You will also receive an online questionnaire to help me target your preferences in terms of props and colours. This will need to be returned at least 24 hours prior to our session together so I can have everything ready on the day!
Do you provide make up or outfits?
I have some newborn outfits in the studio although I tend to keep babies undressed throughout the session to avoid disturbing them too much. As for make-up, this is not a service I provide at the moment.
When is the payment due?
Your balance is due on the day of your session. You will be able to upgrade after you have seen your gallery.
What happens next?
You will be able to see your photos within 10 days. You will receive a link via email to your private online gallery. You will then be able to select your images and upgrade should you want to. Your gallery will be live for a whole month so there's no rush. Past this, there will be a fee of £10 per week to re open your gallery. Once you are selected your images, let me know which ones you would like to get printed!
What happens if my baby doesn't perform well on the day?
This is definitely the most asked question. Just don't worry! I have worked with hundreds of babies if not more and there is always a way to work around it. In my 7 years of experience, never have I ever not delivered a gallery to the highest standard.
Can I bring siblings?
Of course you can! However please note that the studio cannot accommodate for more than 5 people. If you bring an older sibling, make sure to bring plenty of entertainment and snacks for them and I will deal with the rest!
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Prices
Please note that a £45 deposit is required to secure your booking and the balance is due on the day of your photoshoot.
Extra files can be purchased at £15 each or you can upgrade to the whole gallery at a discounted price.
Please note that for each selected file, you will receive both colour and black and white versions. You will also receive some WEB files which have been resized and sharpened l for social media purposes.
If you want to know more, just click on the session you want and see the description below.
Bronze package - £170
- 1h30 min session
- swaddled baby only
- parents and siblings images
- 5 HQ digital files
Silver package - £210
- up to 3 hours session
- swaddled and posed baby
- parents and siblings images
- 10 HQ digital files
- 5 7x5" matching prints
Gold package - £400
- up to 3 hours session
- swaddled and posed baby
- parents and siblings images
- All HQ digital files
- 10 7x5" matching prints
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