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Friday, March 28, 2014

Newborn Photography Tips - Mississauga

Newborns are a photographers most challenging subject.  You would think that because they don't move too much they would be excellent models, I mean compared to a mobile toddler on a mission they should be so easy.  Really not the case, more often then not.  There are some things you can do to improve your odds of success at your newborn photoshoot:

Replicate the womb  
Babies this young are still disturbed by the environment outside of their mothers.  To promote a sleepy and easy baby crank up the heat, especially if you are planning on shots with minimal to no clothing.  Use a white noise app or a space heater that has a fan will do the same thing.

Fill 'er up!
Food, food and more food.  A baby who is very full will get "milk drunk" and become the happiest, sleepiest most drowsy little angel.  Leave your schedule at the door on photo day and just top her up as often and as much as she can take.  Also try to keep her awake prior to my arrival so that she is due to sleep.

Break your rules
A soother can do wonders at a newborn portrait session, it may not be your personal philosophy but it may be the thing that makes the difference between a baby who relaxes into the moment or one who fusses the whole hour long.  It's just for a few minutes and you can toss it in the trash on the way out.

Freash babies are most agreeable
A baby less then 2 weeks old will be most likely to sleep best at a photoshoot, almost all babies in this age range are still very deep sleepers.  Also if you are looking for any specific baby poses such as "the froggy", "head in hands" or "bums up" these poses are only successful before baby has uncurled from their womb ball positioning.

Follow baby's lead
You or baby for may not be ready to invite a photographer into your house in those first few weeks for many reasons, not to worry.  When I have a fussy baby there are many tricks we can implement during the session.  Baby Ava who was 5 weeks old at this shoot was not too impressed with the idea of photos.  We did every thing right to set the stage and still she fussed.  Although we did not get the "bums up" pose we were hoping for, she just wanted to be all stretched out, we followed her lead and we got some precious shots.  We used the trick of covering her mom in a blanket and then laying baby on her chest.  This calmed her and with the help of grandma and my baby swaying skills we got her to sleep though a few outfit changes.  One up side is that we got so many nice photos of her pretty eyes wide open and curious.  

Try to relax, you're in good hands
Most importantly I wish I could tell every new parent that the pretty images you see here, and in any professional portrait, are beautiful moments of peace captured in time, but the session over all feels more like 90% fussy baby and like every thing is going wrong.  Ava's mom and dad felt that way in the moment but I am sure you would agree looking at their album that all you see is love and a sweet angel baby.  Not only do I play the roll of photographer but I am also the baby whisperer, helping her to give us what we need and keeping the parents cool as cucumbers.  It's been too long since I rocked my own little bundles of joy to sleep, they are too grown up now, so I have to say that is my favourite part of the shoot!


 newborn photographer mississauga ontario, baby girl photos, family newborn photographer

newborn photographer mississauga ontario, baby girl photos, family newborn photographer

newborn photographer mississauga ontario, baby girl photos, family newborn photographer

newborn photographer mississauga ontario, baby girl photos, family newborn photographer

newborn photographer mississauga ontario, baby girl photos, family newborn photographer

newborn photographer mississauga ontario, baby girl photos, family newborn photographer

newborn photographer mississauga ontario, baby girl photos, family newborn photographer

newborn photographer mississauga ontario, baby girl photos, family newborn photographer

newborn photographer mississauga ontario, baby girl photos, family newborn photographer

newborn photographer mississauga ontario, baby girl photos, family newborn photographer

Thursday, March 6, 2014

Spring Mini Sessions only $75!

The mini session is back for a limited time! Great for mother's day, Easter, baby's milestone events or just because! Gift certificates available.

Tuesday, March 4, 2014

Props, couture and ribbons OH MY!

One of the main reasons you hire a professional in any trade is that they can bring something to the table that is above and beyond your available resources.  Your portraits with squeaker & yoyo will sparkle because I bring you my expertise in digital artistry as well as fashion styling to your images.

What is fashion styling?  
  • It is my assistance and guidance in choosing your families’ wardrobe the day of the shoot.  
  •  Access to dozens of hats, ribbons, floral head pieces, bow ties, and fascinators to add that little bit of flair, taking your outfit into the next level.
  •   Creative backdrops and set ups to create the mood of your shoot and tell the story of your family in that moment. 
  •  It’s access to my collection of couture children’s clothing (a collection that is growing every day).  Do you need something extra special for your little one to wear?  Ask me what is available in their size.  We have tutus, diaper covers, leg warmers with ruffles, pea coats, motorcycle jackets, new born wraps and even a fur cape!
  • The best images result when our kids are at play.  I love rocking babies to sleep in my antique bassinet and then snapping away while they are in blissful slumber.  Bubble machines and a colorful caterpillar ride are a child’s dream day.  Siblings look perfect in our vintage radio flyer.  Princesses and princes alike are oh so excited to ride our 100 year old antique rocking horse. We have had an entire family of four fit on our old fashioned wooden sled.
My fashion background creeps into all my images, style is a major element of my work and is reflected in the things that surround you at the shoot, what you wear and the approach I take with my camera and editing.  I get my inspiration from countless places, and I love to see what inspires you too.  Most importantly you should know that styled portraiture is still very spontaneous and fun for your family.  It’s all about letting your three foot tall dictator enjoy her day; we just give her the prettiest setting and details to play in!


Check out the images below to for inspiration and for a small sampling of choices available to you.
Photography props, what to wear, photoshoot, back drops, set ups, styled photography,Photography props, what to wear, photoshoot, back drops, set ups, styled photography,
Photography props, what to wear, photoshoot, back drops, set ups, styled photography,
Photography props, what to wear, photoshoot, back drops, set ups, styled photography,
Photography props, what to wear, photoshoot, back drops, set ups, styled photography,
Photography props, what to wear, photoshoot, back drops, set ups, styled photography,
Photography props, what to wear, photoshoot, back drops, set ups, styled photography,
Photography props, what to wear, photoshoot, back drops, set ups, styled photography,
Photography props, what to wear, photoshoot, back drops, set ups, styled photography,
Photography props, what to wear, photoshoot, back drops, set ups, styled photography,
Photography props, what to wear, photoshoot, back drops, set ups, styled photography,
Photography props, what to wear, photoshoot, back drops, set ups, styled photography,
Photography props, what to wear, photoshoot, back drops, set ups, styled photography,
Photography props, what to wear, photoshoot, back drops, set ups, styled photography,

Monday, March 3, 2014

Fashion shoot for Tutus with Love

I am very excited to be partnering with Tutus with love by Tatsiana.  We recently got together to photograph some of her lovely home made accessories and tutus.  Our girls had a lot of fun playing princess models.  I had fun getting creative, her lovely clothing line was very inspiring!