Newborn Photo-shoot

So I decided to change it up a bit. I want to give you guys a few tips on taking a newborn photo session. I'm not an expert of course, but I thought it'll be nice to share some of my ideas. Again I will hit on 3 main points :)

#1 - Use a prop
I never plan the props I use, but next time I will. I think it's important to have newborns (especially over 4 months) to have some kind of prop for them to interact with. Well not just A prop but many props.


#2 - Get in close
Try to get light in the eyes; this is called highlights. Not only in newborn photo shoots, but in all photo shoots which involve people.

#3 - Natural Light is the best
I figured this out because of my last shoot. I noticed how much I hated my lighting situation, since I don't have a studio with expensive lighting the best thing I have is the sun. Use the Sun, it's the best light we have and it's FREE!

Well that's a little tips that I thought I'd share with you. If you have your own ideas and/or advice for me, I would love to hear it!