The newest bundle of joy is one of the most popular objects to photograph. But also one of the most difficult! The little guys aren’t too keen to be posed and aren’t very responsive to being moved! But you can capture the joy and excitement of a new baby and fill up your baby’s web photo album quickly with the help of these tips.
Make Baby Comfortable
For newborn shots the first few weeks after birth are ideal. Babies are pretty chilled out at this time and still tiny. They quickly start growing! Make sure that the room you’re in is warm, especially if you plan to take pictures of baby with little or no clothes. Have soft blankets and/or pillows for props. Avoid putting on clothing that they’ll be uncomfortable in.
Be Prepared
The last thing you want to do is waste time setting up shots after baby is ready to be photographed. Have everything set up. Your camera charged, lights adjusted, tripod set up if you’re using it. Any changes of clothing should be ready and nearby. Don’t forget extra diapers and blankets in case there are any accidents.
Simple, Natural Shots
Stick with pictures that show a baby as a baby. Sure babies dressed up as flowers are cute in calendars but that doesn’t mean you’ll want those images to remember your baby. Keep low to the baby and get close so that you can really focus on the subject instead of the space around him or her. Of course some pictures that show size differences can really make for good images but limit them.
Black and White
Babies are normally a mixture of colors when they’re first born. They may have flushed skin, small blemishes or scratches. Try changing to black and white images to cover up some of these blemishes. Black and white pictures also have a dramatic effect and can make up for lighting that is less than perfect.
Group Shots
Taking picture of your baby’s first visits with family member is a beautiful addition to your web photo album. It also is a great gift to give the family member. Document these firsts! You’ll also want to take pictures of baby with siblings and the parents. Try to capture images that show natural interactions with baby instead of trying to sit baby up in an unnatural way.
Sequence Mode
Instead of shooting a single picture at a time, set your camera to shoot in sequence mode. You’ll capture 3 or more images in a short time. Because babies move so subtly (and yet so quickly!) this may help you capture the “perfect” image that you would have missed if you were only taking a single shot at a time.
Having a newborn is a lot of work but you’ll quickly forget these early moments. Taking the time to capture as many pictures as possible will help ensure that the first moments don’t escape! Don’t forget to get out from behind the camera and have someone else be sure you’re in the picture too!
Make Baby Comfortable
For newborn shots the first few weeks after birth are ideal. Babies are pretty chilled out at this time and still tiny. They quickly start growing! Make sure that the room you’re in is warm, especially if you plan to take pictures of baby with little or no clothes. Have soft blankets and/or pillows for props. Avoid putting on clothing that they’ll be uncomfortable in.
Be Prepared
The last thing you want to do is waste time setting up shots after baby is ready to be photographed. Have everything set up. Your camera charged, lights adjusted, tripod set up if you’re using it. Any changes of clothing should be ready and nearby. Don’t forget extra diapers and blankets in case there are any accidents.
Simple, Natural Shots
Stick with pictures that show a baby as a baby. Sure babies dressed up as flowers are cute in calendars but that doesn’t mean you’ll want those images to remember your baby. Keep low to the baby and get close so that you can really focus on the subject instead of the space around him or her. Of course some pictures that show size differences can really make for good images but limit them.
Black and White
Babies are normally a mixture of colors when they’re first born. They may have flushed skin, small blemishes or scratches. Try changing to black and white images to cover up some of these blemishes. Black and white pictures also have a dramatic effect and can make up for lighting that is less than perfect.
Group Shots
Taking picture of your baby’s first visits with family member is a beautiful addition to your web photo album. It also is a great gift to give the family member. Document these firsts! You’ll also want to take pictures of baby with siblings and the parents. Try to capture images that show natural interactions with baby instead of trying to sit baby up in an unnatural way.
Sequence Mode
Instead of shooting a single picture at a time, set your camera to shoot in sequence mode. You’ll capture 3 or more images in a short time. Because babies move so subtly (and yet so quickly!) this may help you capture the “perfect” image that you would have missed if you were only taking a single shot at a time.
Having a newborn is a lot of work but you’ll quickly forget these early moments. Taking the time to capture as many pictures as possible will help ensure that the first moments don’t escape! Don’t forget to get out from behind the camera and have someone else be sure you’re in the picture too!
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