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

Harry & Chase || Outdoor Adventure Session

Thinking about an outdoor session full of fun in 2020?! These are perfect for kids to wander and play while getting some lovely photos at the same time! Take a look at my latest session earlier this month with Harry and Chase, don’t they just make the cutest duo. I love when furry family members tag along for sessions!

The Little Details

Life isn’t always about the major moments. When it all boils down, you really do keep the little details with you forever.

The way your daughter plays with your hair, the hands that so eagerly clasp yours. Muddy hands, adorable fun shoes, twirls in the sunlight, wispy curls and ten tiny toes. I include captured moments like these as part of your gallery because the details are important. Longed for, but very often easily forgotten about.

With outdoor and lifestyle sessions I tend to capture lots of little details, I love it because they help to tell a story, your story. So I include them complimentary as part of your session when I do take them. I don't want you to have to choose between a picture of your child's face and their feet. I know you will most likely go for the sweet face image most of the time and I don't blame you. My hope is that one day, when you have the sudden realisation that their tiny feet aren't so little anymore or they have outgrown holding your hand, you can look back on these little details to help you remember.

Booking 2020 Outdoor Adventure sessions now

Introducing Lifestyle Sessions

These sessions are all about using the natural light available in your home to capture natural moments. Remember the everyday, your childs favourite toys and activities, their sweet childhood bedroom, the way they walk and talk. These moments will one day become memories and I'm here to help you preserve them through photo and video. Mini keepsake videos can be added on to all available collections that don’t already include them giving you even more to cherish and look back on for years to come. Grow with me collections are also available to capture your child throughout a full year. Get in touch with me to start planning your session!

T E L L Y O U R S T O R Y

These sessions can be planned around anything you would like to capture inside your home. Be it the everyday, from playing to bath time and bed time, options are endless. I find that it is best to plan a few different activities in different areas of your home, let me know if you need any help with suggestions, it really varies on the ages of those involved. Lifestyle sessions are also welcome during holiday seasons, what better way to remember Christmas in their childhood than with memories captured in your own home.

Here's what one of my clients had to say

"I’m am sitting here a snottery mess! This is amazing!!! You are so talented!! All the little things you have captured! I’m blown away! Thank you!!! Memories to last a lifetime! What a special experience!”

Prices range between £135 - £555

Fibre Art by GK

I recently discovered the creations of Fibre Art by GK this year and fell in love. I just wanted to share these beauties because well they deserve to be shown off with such incredible detail. Just look at these amazing Easter eggs below!

I've recieved a few things now from Georgina(owner). I truly love being able to support another small business and her props are just incredible. I adore using them in my newborn sessions, everything just photographs so well and I know that if a parent comes to me with a unique theme I know exactly where to go! 

I absolutely love to incorporate holidays, seasons and themes into my newborn sessions. Georgina has made everything from Harry Potter to Game of Thrones, Star Wars, Lion King, Narnia, Dumbo etc. You name it and she can most likely create it. I have my own little Dumbo, a fox & a dragon. Along with adorable felted hearts, amazing easter eggs and beautiful curly felt layers! But still, I can’t wait for more. I’m always super excited to receive a package in the mail from her to see her felts in person and use them in my sessions!

Check out Fibre Arts Facebook page for more creations by clicking here, you won't be disappointed!

www.facebook.com/fibreartbygk/

The importance of prints (Part 2)

I've made it easier than ever for you to receive tangible memories when you book a photo session with me. From prints to products, I've spent time picking out collections and choosing what to offer to ensure you quality and durability for years to come. You see I really want you to have images you can treasure..but not just saved on your phone or computer somewhere. When booking a photo session with me you are not just paying for "a few photos" but a bespoke service that leaves you with lasting moments frozen in time. If all you are looking for is digital images then I’m probably not the photographer for you.

(10x10 album next to 6x4 mini album)

I wanted to take a few moments today to go over the main products I have chosen for each of my three collections available to book for sessions.(Besides limited edition.) The main product stays the same throughout all of my collections however additional prints and products are also included depending on which option you go for. From newborn to sitter sessions, outdoor adventures and more I’ve chosen products that will suit your session type and look great in your home from acrylic panels to boxed canvas. Please contact me for full collection lists for the session type you are looking for, slight variations between each.

Collection one

This collection includes a beautiful 10x10 album with 6 spreads, which can hold up to 20 images. I'm absolutely in love with it! From the durability standpoint to the final design and how it looks. These albums can be completely customised to your liking with many different fabric options including leather, linen and lace in a variety of colours and textures. For my sample album I went for Duck Egg with foiling text on the front. Besides newborn sessions which include canvas, collection one also includes an 8x10 float acrylic panel as well as the 20 matching digitals on USB.

Collection two

This collection incudes a 6x4 mini album with 6 spreads, up to 12 images. These mini albums can also be customised with a variety of fabrics, textures colours etc. I went for White Lace for my sample and it really is lovely! Same sort of album as collection one only these are much smaller. (First image is the size comparison between the two.) Collection two also includes 3 5x7 mounted lustre prints + 15 matching digitals on USB.

Collection three

This collection includes 7 beautiful 5x7 mounted lustre prints with the matching digital images on usb. Perfect size to share with friends and family or to keep, frame and display at home.  

Check out part 1 of The importance of prints here.

April offers available for newborn & sitter sessions!

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

Summer Sessions

I just love being able to freeze sweet moments in time for you! My aim with my summer mini sessions is to capture natural moments of your child in the great outdoors giving you something to cherish and look back on for years to come. Options for locations are endless and the best part is your kids can just be kids. No need to worry about having them stay in the same spot or making them smile, being outdoors means we have more room to wander and play while getting some great images at the same time. 

What to expect?
Every little one is different so no two sessions are the same but I love to capture authentic moments and natural expressions. This could be your child smelling flowers, blowing dandelions, playing with bubbles or splashing in a puddle but the ultimate goal is for them to have fun and for me to capture them doing so. Included with your session is up to 30 mins coverage within South Lanarkshire, online gallery, 5 digital images and one 8x12 print with the option to purchase extras.

Things to be mindful of
I have a list of locations within South Lanarkshire which I recommend to use. Of course your session can take place elsewhere if you're looking to do it somewhere that has importance to you however I do not recommend the session taking place anywhere that does not have at least some shade as during the summer with the sun high in the sky it can make for unfortunate lighting circumstances depending on the timing of your session. 

*Please note if the session is not in South Lanarkshire a travel fee will be added.