Photography sessions with newborns present a variety of unique challenges. Babies can be unpredictable, need patience, and should be worked with lovingly and quickly. That’s why it’s especially important to have an experienced, knowledgeable hand when scheduling a shoot, no matter the scenario. That’s why Emily Ann Photography is here to give you five pointers on how to find the proper photographer for your baby’s photoshoot. 

Make Sure They Know the Area

Understanding the best local areas that can be used for sets and backdrops can be a huge part of saving everyone time and money on a shoot. Whether you want an outdoor shoot in the beautiful pacific northwest woods or a simple plain backdrop in your home, it’s important that you have someone to guide you on how to get the results you want, and even how to help you get to your location as easily and efficiently as possible (no one likes traffic).

As a Seattle newborn photographer, Emily Ann Photography services the following areas:

• Seattle
• Redmond
• Woodinville
• Kirkland
• Bellevue

Check Their Safety

Any photographer with any sort of experience or knowledge in the business knows that safety is everyone’s number one priority. Especially with newborns. In an average year, things like the baby’s comfort, time spent on camera, and prop safety would all be accommodated for and considered. 

Of course, with the spread of Covid-19 this year, safety has taken more of a precedent than ever before, and Emily Ann Photography is ready to rise to the occasion with proper social distancing and PPE at every shoot, with no exception.

See What They Worked With

Knowing things like where your photographer has shot before, the types of props they used, and even the budget they’re used to working with will all be integral to choosing your photographer and setting up your shoot. 

Check Their Portfolio

One tried-and-true method of really getting to know your photographer is seeing their recent work through a portfolio. Seeing the number of people, ages, and setting they worked with can be essential to finding out if your photographer can really accommodate you. As artists, every photographer has their own unique style, and seeing that beforehand can give you a great idea if they’re right for your project. Understanding your photographer’s expertise and honed skills can also help both of you when in the planning phases of your photography session. If you need an example of what to look for in a real photographer’s portfolio, look no further than my own.

Don’t Choose a Second-Rate Seattle Newborn Photographer

When making memories with your newborn, you need the best of the best. You want someone with a variety of skills that can help you handle everything from unexpected baby issues to advice on the color scheme that you may want to work with. As a mother and Seattle newborn photographer, I understand your perspective as someone capturing a magical time in their baby’s life and want to make the process as seamless and special as I can.

To talk more about how I can help you or to schedule a session, check out my booking page.