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Malia | Newborn Photography | Canton GA

Post published:March 12, 2022
Post category:Newborn

Professional newborn baby photography session

Newborn photography is among my favorite type of baby photography session. Brand new babies are so small and squishy. They change every day! Your baby is growing and filling out, learning about the world around them. They don’t stay tiny for very long and before you know it, they’re past the newborn stage. Sleepless nights are tough. They make it hard to remember all those delicate details your baby has. Professional newborn photography ensures that even though this stage of life doesn’t last, your memories won’t fade.

This sweet baby girl’s mom is a veterinarian. She requested a set-up that represented her love for animals. I found this little outfit and sweet cuddly critters on Amazon and couldn’t resist! I love how it turned out.

Simplicity really helps your new baby be the star. I especially enjoy using neutral, rustic tones like the antique quilt to go with the wooden crate. The little delicate daisy headband is the perfect size for newborns! (Here at Shot From the Heart Photography, clients have complete access to my huge collection of backdrops, props, maternity dresses, accessories, wraps, tiebacks, and more). Isn’t she perfect?

Mom is a veterinarian, and dad is a pilot! We had to do some photography of dad in his pilot uniform with his newborn baby girl. She fit just perfectly in his hat.

This picture is a composite image. That means that I took multiple pictures and pieced them all together to form the final one you see here. First, the hat was placed on a giant bean bag for support before baby was added. Once baby was comfortable in the hat (with wraps to cushion her), she had hands on her back so that if she startled, she wouldn’t move. Then, I took pictures of dad holding the empty hat. The final image is the result of putting all those pieces together in photoshop. Newborn safety is always the priority.

She’s ready to fly the friendly skies! I wonder what places she’ll visit as she grows.

Spring is just around the corner and we used some little cherry blossoms for this setup. I love how baby’s little features shine through, especially those lashes!

Mom and dad with their newborn baby girl.

Sleepy little baby. She is so incredibly beautiful. I just love working with newborns!

Shot From the Heart Photography: Newborn Sessions

Post published:July 21, 2020
Post category:Newborn

What to expect during your session.

If you’re expecting a baby, you’re probably perusing Pinterest to get all sorts of ideas of cute pregnancy announcement ideas You might be viewing gender reveal inspiration or looking for pregnancy dresses for your Maternity photo shoot (I have a huge selection for you to use!) Maybe you’re even saving your favorite ideas for your newborn photography session because you want to remember the best ones.

Perhaps you’re looking at some of your local professional newborn photographers. I recommend taking a close look in order to see their work and get a feel for their style. When looking at newborn baby photography, it’s also important to choose a professional who is fully licensed and insured!

Family and Parents

At Shot From the Heart Photography, I usually document images of mom and dad individually with baby then parents together with baby. I also offer images of “just the kids” ( big siblings) as well as the whole family together.

Baby

After that, there are usually 2-3 different setups of your newborn baby with props. This can be anything from a small basket or crate, something that pays homage to a favorite sport or team, sentimental items, and silly setups. (Yes, I do have a leg lamp and baby sized pink bunny costume). The options are limitless when it comes to newborn photography! (Well, mostly limitless- newborn safety comes first and no matter how cute or trendy size image may be, I won’t use glass bowls or any other potentially dangerous props.)

Your session usually also includes 2 different setups with baby on the giant beanbag. With these poses, your newborn is the star of the picture. You only see a colored blanket that fades into the background. (Don’t worry, I have a ton of these for you to choose from as well. I usually suggest one in a neutral color like and one in a color of your choice. Maybe even something that matches the nursery or your home color scheme.)

Overall

Your newborn photography session usually includes anywhere from 4-6 different setups of just baby, and several setups of family and siblings. I quote 25-30 images in your final gallery and often over-deliver. You are trusting me to select the very best images (and I can tell the difference between a fake smile and a real one- the eyes always give it away), but I won’t eliminate image #31 just because I said 25-30. I always include any hilarious new baby expressions. Sometimes an “outtake” becomes a favorite.

If you’re considering scheduling a newborn photography session, I highly recommend booking early! Here’s a little preview of a typical newborn session.

I look forward to working with you and your growing family. Schedule your session here.

alert newborn baby in white wrap photography

big sister in white dress holding newborn baby child photography

big sister in white dress pushing newborn baby in antique pram

big sister in white dress pushing newborn baby in vintage antique pram stroller

newborn baby photography in vintage antique pram stroller

newborn baby in purple wrap with antique quilt and rustic backdrop hydrangea

Newborn baby in purple wrap with hydrangea flowers on rustic backdrop

professional child photography girl in white dress wearing princess crown tiara

Newborn Session: Little Sister

Post published:July 13, 2020
Post category:Newborn Sitter

After two boys, welcoming a baby sister can be an adjustment. These big brothers are great helpers to mom and dad, and enjoy helping with their new baby.

Two brothers holding newborn baby sister professional photographer canton Georgia

brothers with newborn baby sister photography.

Newborn baby girl in tiny bed, professional newborn photographer Alpharetta Georgia

newborn baby girl in tiny bed, professional newborn photographer near Alpharetta Georgia

After sibling shots we got some details. Newborn babies have such adorable features! I love to capture macro (close up) images of their lips with little milk blisters, their wrinkly little baby toes and baby feet, and more.

Detail macro photography newborn baby lips face Alpharetta Georgia

Seriously. Aren’t baby feet adorable? I dislike feet in general, but theres just something about the teeny tiny tootsies of a brand new baby that makes them cute.

Newborn baby toes detail macro image Alpharetta newborn photographer

Little miss decided she was interested in what I was doing and I got some great eye contact! She was bright eyed and alert for a while.

awake newborn on purple backdrop Alpharetta Georgia newborn photographer

alert awake newborn baby photographer Alpharetta

I think I almost got a smile. Almost.

newborn baby photography, awake baby on purple background Alpharetta Georgia

Big yawn! It’s exhausting being this cute! Most newborn photography sessions do include a few awake images. As long as baby isn’t unhappy, we remain flexible and rock on with the session. Swaddling a newborn usually helps keep them happy and comfortable. Sometimes it even helps newborns sleep. That’s a huge win for parents (and newborn photographers).

newborn baby yawning photography with purple background Alpharetta

Blue isn’t just for boys! This robin’s egg blue backdrop is the perfect accent color to go with the little dried floral headbands. All of the wraps, headbands, and props shown are part of my studio collection and are available for client use. Isn’t this a beautiful combination for this sweet baby girl?

newborn baby girl with dried flower help on light blue background Alpharetta photographer

I love newborn babies with cheeks. Chunky ones. They’re so squishy.

newborn baby girl with headband bow on white fluffy background Alpharetta photographer

newborn baby girl in white heart shaped prop with vintage lace boho Alpharetta

newborn baby surrounded by flowers, girly newborn photographer, Alpharetta Georgia,

This rustic bucket is a favorite prop, and allows for easy change of the wrap and headband. This allows for a little more variety during your session without waking a sleeping baby.

newborn baby in rustic bucket prop. Alpharetta Georgia

Newborn baby photography in rustic bucket Alpharetta Georgia

rustic newborn photographer Alpharetta Georgia, newborn baby girl in old bucket prop

Doesn’t she look so comfy and cozy? There’s just something peaceful about sleeping babies…

newborn baby sleeping with gray background, pink wrap, pink sleeping hat, Alpharetta Georgia newborn and maternity photographer

Until they wake up and wonder what on earth you’re still doing there and why there’s a camera pointed at them. Babies make the funniest faces!

funny newborn expression, perplexed confused baby, Alpharetta Georgia photographer

Many of the wraps and headbands seen here are from The Indy Cottage Prop Shop. It’s one of my favorites and has some of the best, softest, stretchiest fabrics I’ve ever found!

To see more samples of newborn sessions, check out my portfolio. If you’re expecting and would like to see some samples of maternity sessions you can find those here, if you’re looking for newborn sessions see them here, and if you’re ready to schedule a session for your family click here. Thanks for choosing Shot From the Heart Photography.

Newborn baby boy

Post published:January 8, 2020
Post category:Newborn

I always try to cater to whatever your personal taste is. In the case of sweet little Barrow, it was a mix of classic, simple newborn photography that captured all his little details and features, and a silly homage to the fact that he made his arrival just in time for the holidays. It’s a major award!

Wether you prefer super simple, or whimsical and fun, we can do that! click here to learn more and schedule your session.

Newborn baby Gia | Atlanta Baby Photographer

Post published:January 6, 2020
Post category:Newborn

New babies are my favorite. They’re so tiny and squishy. Baby Gia is no exception. I think it’s safe to say her brother and sister are certainly glad to welcome her to the family.

Click here to learn more about scheduling your own newborn session.