Newborn Session Preparation Guide – Kimberly Cowan Photography Midland/Odessa Texas Photographer

 

Hello!  First, I thank you from the bottom of my heart for choosing me as your newborn photographer.  I know you had many of choices to choose from and I’m honored and privliedged to be able to be a part of this wonderful new miracle in your life.

This guide was created help you better prepare for our session together. The more prepared we are, the better success we will have for baby’s portraits.

All newborn sessions are photographed in my studio.

Studio Address: 

4612 Billingsley Blvd, Suite 34, Midland, TX 79705

North Park Shopping Center next to Party City

When does Kim shoot newborn sessions?

Tuesday – Friday mornings.   9:30am – finished (average about 2+ hours)

Payment:

The entire balance is due the day of our session.  It’s highly recommended to pay before arriving a the studio through the online invoicing system.

I do take cash and card in person as well.

 

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FAQ

• Newborns are best photographed within the first 2/3 weeks of life. (14-20 days)

-The majority of my newborn sessions are with baby wrapped, I will do naked poses last if baby will let me do it.

• Please try to keep baby awake for a few hours before our session together

Here’s some simple tips to do to keep baby awake:

-You can give baby a sponge bath (only if your comfortable) 2.5 hrs before the session.  (especially wash their hair so it does’t have that greasy look)

-assign dad or grandma to baby alert duty while you get ready.

-tickle babies feet

• Dress lightly and comfortable.  The room we are shooting in is going to be warm for baby’s comfort, usually around 72-75+ degrees.

-Sessions typically last around 2-3 hours

-I have props, wraps, and outfits for baby on hand.  If there is something specific you’d like to have then please notify me first before bringing anything into the studio.

Reminder.  I do not guarantee any poses or set up’s because every baby is different and will tolerate certain things / situations, but I promise to try my best by you so you get images you are proud of!

 

 

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~*~ My Session Workflow ~*~

(1) Family and/or siblings if desired  (Immediate family only).

Since this is my first set please come portrait ready to go!   As for styling for family/sibling photos, I encourage you to keep it simple so that the focus remains on your new addition. If you want to introduce colors – stick with a muted/soft color palette so that you don’t create harsh tones against your newborn’s skin.  My default background for family is my dark textured brown/ or a medium grey backdrop for that finest/timeless look.

(2) Furs, baskets and props, and baby details (nose, toes, and etc…)

                  

(3) Beanbag (typically naked) posing

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Checklist for a GREAT session!

-pacifier (even if baby doesn’t take one, please consider bringing one for a smoother session)

-bottle (milk, lots of milk)

-blankets (at least 2)

-extra diapers

-baby wipes

-burp clothes

-extra shirt for mom and dad (in case baby has an accident)

-any props or heirloom pieces

Please let me know if you have ANY questions before your session and if not, I will see you and your little one soon!  I LOOK FORWARD to creating beautiful art with you.  🙂

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studio : (432) 704-5044

North Park Shopping Center

4612 Billingsley Blvd, Suite 34

Midland, TX 79705