Pure & Simple - Newborn Mini Session

My newborn mini sessions are designed with smaller budgets in mind, take less time and are great for those who want something more simple than a full newborn session. Parent and sibling images are NOT included, this smaller session is designed for baby only and is all about them.

Baby will be dressed in or wrapped in white on a white background. I may use props or accessories but don’t always as these sessions are completely baby led and less posed. It really doesn’t matter if baby is sleepy or awake during our time together, I take their lead and go with the flow always.

Unlike full newborn sessions these can be done up until baby is 8 weeks old. As babies get older they realise they can and will move out of poses and change positions while unwrapped. The beauty of these sessions is the baby led posing where I let them do their own thing and just capture. I do recommend earlier the better for newborn sessions however these can also be scheduled at a later date if required.

Don’t miss out on capturing them in those early days because of time or budget. My sessions are done from the comfort of your own home. I’m from Hamilton however do sessions all over Lanarkshire.

Newborn Mini Sessions cost £155 and include 5 digital images. Additional images can also be purchased after your session.

Get in touch to book your session by clicking here, or email me at agphotographyscotland@gmail.com

Clothing Matters

The thought of planning outfits for your session can at times feel like effort. I’m here to help throughout the entire process. With suggestions, my best tips as well as a client closet which you are welcome to borrow from. Comfort is so important, if a child is uncomfortable in their clothing it is going to show, and they will be less engaged with me. You want your images to be a reflection of YOU, so dress in a way that reflects this, but be mindful of choosing pieces of clothing that are timeless over trendy. How do you want to display your images, what would look good with the colours in your home? When thinking about outfit choices, consider something that would compliment yourself and best fit your personality. You will hopefully be staring at these images for years to come.

Choose 3-4 colours and use this as your starting place. Once you have your palette, incorporate the colours by using varying solids, layers and patterns. Just be mindful of the patterns, it should coordinate, not take over. I always love to use the colour wheel to find shades that compliment one another. If you need help with this, let me know. I’m happy to show you. Contrasting colours as well as monochromatic looks great in photos too. It is also worth mentioning here that colour casts on skin when the sun is shining, avoid colours like magenta, red and even bright blue during summer months. These will be reflected onto your face with sunlight.

Starting off with one outfit and then pulling inspiration from it such as the colours and style to dress everyone else often works well. If going for something with prints, I suggest muted and smaller in size patterns to avoid your image being too busy. 1 print/pattern piece per family is more than enough, any more and the outfits take over the image when it should be about you. Once the first outfit is established, it is then much easier to start pulling pieces together with coordinating colours. Layers and accessories can tie everything together as well to help create a cohesive look. Complimenting colours can bring attention to each individual member of your family as well as add vibrancy to your portraits.

Extra layers and texture always bring some additional depth to your images which is AMAZING! Layers can also be taken on and off for different looks throughout our time together as well. Every season is a new opportunity for different options. Layers to consider are scarves, hats, jackets, cardigans, statement jewellery, belts, hair pieces and headbands. Textures to consider are knit, lace, corduroy, denim, velvet, linen, crepe, satin, tulle & viscose. Embellishments on clothing can be lovely too.

The overused white T-shirt and denim jeans deserves a mention here. While this does actually photograph well, it absolutely does not when everyone wears the same exact thing. Your own little family is so unique. Your images should be too. Don’t take the same portraits everyone else does. If that’s what you’re looking for, I’m most likely not the photographer for you.

If you do want to go with a slight denim theme for your images, here is the perfect example on how to do it! First we have dad in some long shorts with a white shirt, mum in a dress with her jacket, Darcey with dungarees and Ruby at the front who isn’t in any denim at all, but instead a pattern to help break it all up. None of them are wearing the same pieces, all individual to suit each person and it looks great! Had they all have been wearing the same thing, it would clash. I promise, your images will look so much better with coordination.

Things to avoid

neon (including magenta/bright pink/orange etc)

logos or text on shirts/jackets

matching clothes

wrinkles in clothing

white tee and jeans

busy clothing pieces that take over the image

Things to consider

coordinate not match

colour palette & colour wheel

layers and accessories

textured clothing, patterns used

timeless, classic clothing

keep your session location in mind

Summer sessions

Summer sessions will be done social distanced using various different lenses to capture your sweet little ones safely. These sessions are limited as I work my way through rescheduled sessions from the past few months. If you’re looking to get booked in with me this summer please do add yourself to my waitlist which is at the bottom of this post.

Choose your session

Woodlands

These sessions can be done at any time and during any weather due to the landscape of woodlands. Although I don’t advise heavy rain of course and I am happy to reschedule with our unpredictable Scottish weather. Woodlands look great in images if it’s sunny(due to shade) as well as our typical white skies(it acts as a huge reflector and bounces light in open areas.) Prices start from £125 and include 5 digital images of your choice.

Beach

Beach sessions can be booked for any time after 7pm. I don’t do these any earlier due to where the sun is positioned in the sky during summer. I do highly recommend golden hour which is usually around 9pm if you’re able. However I know with young children this isn’t always quite possible and beautiful images can be captured regardless. Prices start from £125 and include 5 digital images.

Your garden

These sessions can be done at any time and are all about capturing natural images of your child playing in their own environment. Prices start from £125 and include 5 digital images as well as a complimentary mini keepsake video from our session like the one below.

SUMMER SESSION WAIT LIST

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All Wrapped Up - Newborn Mini Session

My newborn mini sessions are designed with smaller budgets in mind, take less time and are great for those who want something more simple than a full newborn session. Parent or sibling images are NOT included, this smaller session is all about baby only.

If you hadn’t guessed from the name, baby will be wrapped up nice and cosy for your session. Your choice of colour will be implemented throughout with the use of wraps, props, backdrops and accessories. Let me know if you have anything in particular in mind. Unlike full newborn sessions these can be done up until baby is 8 weeks old. As babies get older they realise they can and will move out of poses and change positions while unwrapped. I do recommend earlier however due to baby being all wrapped up for these means they can also be scheduled at a later date if required.

Don’t miss out on capturing them in those early days because of time or budget.

Newborn Mini Sessions cost £155 and include 5 digital images. Additional images can also be purchased after your session.

Get in touch to book your session by clicking here, or email me at agphotographyscotland@gmail.com

Juliana's summer maternity session

What a beautiful day we had in Scotland for Juliana's summer maternity session! I've been documenting Juliana's pregnancy since January and had so much fun taking it outdoors for the summer and using natural landscapes and lighting to create these wonderful memories to cherish before baby is born. I cannot wait to meet and capture sweet Antonella next month!

A grand adventure is about to begin.
~Winnie the Pooh