Your baby's newborn photos are a once-in-a-lifetime event! We can't predict how everything will go, but there are plenty of ways to plan ahead. The ideal time to do photos is between 5-14 days old. During this time, baby is still sleepy and curled-up for those sweet little poses. So, please try to book early. I will do newborn sessions up to 3 weeks old. With that in mind we will do what is possible to keep baby sleeping soundly:
-It needs to be WARM, so I will have the heat turned up a bit
-Pacifiers can be helpful if you are using one
-I will have white noise going to keep things calm
-A feeding before the photoshoot is helpful, but not required
-If baby just isn't sleeping, we can get some great awake poses too!

BEFORE THE SESSION:
We can talk about color choices, and I will have items ready for you to use. I provide all of the wraps, accessories and props for the photos-everything we might need for the perfect portraits of your little one! I will also have some extras like hats and headbands available that you can choose from when you get to the studio.
I usually do some poses on a solid backdrop that really show off baby first. Then we also will have a couple of props like baskets or a bed to have some cute scenes based on your tastes. It is helpful if you send some examples of what you are looking for ahead of time. Do you prefer dark and moody? Light and airy? Bright and bold? If you need some inspiration, please take a look at my site or ask for some more examples so I can show you what is available.

One of the most important things to remember is that your baby is in charge of the photo shoot. If they are not happy with any pose or outfit we will simply move on to the next one. A happy baby equals better photos! If at any time you feel the need 
to call a time-out, please don't hesitate to speak up. Baby can be fed or held if you ever feel a break is in order. The 2 hour time frame leaves us some wiggle room in case your baby gets hungry or needs a snuggle.

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I also do digital backdrops like these, which can create whimsical scenery for your baby's photos. If you are interested in this type of picture, let me know so I can be sure we get the right poses to put into the backgrounds.

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​LOCATION:
I have a brand new studio location on the side of our home near Lakewood Village. The address is 3814 Spinnaker Run Point Little Elm, TX 75068 It's south of Eldorado between the 2 bridges. Clients can park in the driveway and walk through the gate in the back to the entrance. The studio is my top suggestion if possible, because it gives us more choices and makes everything go more quickly during the session. All of the props and scenes can be set up ahead of time to make it easy to transition between shots. I also have extra equipment and props available if we need them. 
But if you would rather have me come to you, I can bring the lights, camera and action your way. For a $65 travel free, I will load up the studio and bring it to your home. We will need an area cleared out that is about 7or 8 feet square. It doesn't matter what the lighting is like or what is showing in the background. I will take care of all of those things with my lights and backdrops. Planning ahead will be important so I can pack exactly what is needed for your photos. This can be a good option if mom is having a difficult recovery, especially. I travel to Frisco, Aubrey, Little Elm, Prosper, Lewisville or Denton. If you live outside of those areas we can discuss options.

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FAMILY PHOTOS:
If you would like to add family portraits to the newborn session there is an additional fee of $25. The family photos will be added into the same photo gallery for you to choose from. 
Let me know if you plan to wear dark or light colors so we can coordinate an appropriate backdrop. Soft, muted color outfits photograph well-avoid busy prints. You might also want to avoid large logos or text. Clothes don't need to match exactly! Different shades of tan, gray and blue will create a classic look. But feel free to bring your own sense of style and color to the session! Sometimes families like the look of white outfits for an airy look. My only suggestion would be to keep everything light in that situation, not mixing in dark with light. If you are planning to use the photos printed in your home, you might want to consider wearing colors that will blend with your decor. 
I will usually try to do the family pictures first if there is a sibling, so they won't get too bored or tired by the end of the 2 hours. One parent might want to take a sibling for a walk while we finish the rest of the baby photos if they feel restless. My studio space is small, but I do have a few toys to help keep big brother or sister occupied for a bit.
These portraits are usually framed to show the connection between the family, so they focus on faces. Usually only the top half or 3/4 of the body are showing in the pictures. I will take a few traditional photos and also some backlit shadowy shots with a white background. If you have special requests please be sure to let me know before the session.

AFTER THE SESSION:
About one week after your session, at least 25 proof photos will go into an online gallery with logos on them. (There may still be wrinkles or other items showing in the background.) You can choose the poses you like from this website. 5 photos of your choice are included in the base price. Any others you want will be $20 each. I will then edit the photos you choose. I take out baby acne, flaky skin and any marks that are temporary. Birthmarks and hair can be photoshopped out or left, depending on what your preference is. I will lightly retouch skin for other family members as well. There may be wrinkles in backdrops and other issues that will get corrected in this process to get a perfect product. I will go over every detail on the photos you choose to purchase! I do not give out any unedited/raw photos, so be sure to choose any photos you would like to keep! One week after you make your selection, I will have your high-resolution digital files ready for you to download. You will receive a dropbox link to download your files to your own computer when everything is completed. If you want prints, canvas or other products, I can provide them or point you in the right direction to order quality products for yourself.