Choosing the right photographer for you and your family is essential.

Here’s a guide to assist you in this important decision.

• Style - When searching for your ideal newborn photographer, it’s crucial to find someone whose style resonates with you. Take the time to explore their portfolio on their website and social media platforms. If their work captures your heart, that’s fantastic! If it doesn’t align with your vision, don’t hesitate to continue your search. A helpful tip: if you admire a photographer for reasons other than their style, proceed with caution. For instance, it’s unrealistic to expect a photographer known for moody portraits to achieve a light and airy aesthetic upon request.
• Safety - This is paramount! It should never be overlooked. Every expert was once a beginner, but whether new or experienced, safety must always come first. I believe that newborn photographers should be certified in Basic Life Support (BLS) to be prepared for emergencies. Completing this training enhances your awareness of potential risks. My background as a nurse provides me with additional insight. Additionally, it’s vital to understand safe posing for infants; as delicate beings, babies require careful handling. Please reach out if you have any inquiries regarding newborn safety—I can share my knowledge from various courses and years of experience.
• Props & Posing - When reviewing newborn photography, consider whether you’re attracted to prop styling or table poses. Props can include items like baskets, bowls, or tiny beds. I love incorporating props and table poses in every session. The specifics regarding props will be discussed after booking, as I ask about your preferences in a newborn questionnaire. A fun fact for clients who book with me: I have a fantastic collection of props to choose from!
• Colors - While this can relate closely to style, I wanted to highlight it separately. Color choices may seem straightforward, but they can be quite complex. The range of colors and patterns is vast, which means I continually expand my collection. Rest assured, as my client, I have a variety of options, including whites, creams, greens, reds, blues, and pinks. Clients often simply specify a main color, and I build the rest around that. Not only do I have an extensive selection of posing fabrics with coordinating wraps, but I also offer matching accessories such as headbands and bonnets, along with charming stuffed toys for little hands.
• Final Products (Digital Files and Prints) - What do you envision doing with your session photographs? Is your nursery in need of a stunning canvas, or are you interested in an album to showcase the highlights of your newborn’s early days? It’s important to clarify what products are offered by your chosen photographer. With my services, you can select from a variety of offerings, including digital image files or a combination of both files and physical products.

There you have it—key factors to consider when searching for the perfect newborn photographer. Best of luck in your search, and congratulations on your new baby!

Warm regards, Michelle

Hey! Need something to wear to your newborn, baby, maternity, family, or couples photo shoot? A few years ago I started a client closet because I get asked "what should I wear?" 99% of the time. I've also heard that it's not ideal to go shopping for a photo shoot, as it can get overwhelming. I get it, and that is exactly why I started shopping for you. I have the best dresses, gowns, body suits, etc. AND, I do have more than what is pictured, as well as new items always coming in.

Want your session in the studio or outdoors? Either way, you can wear anything from the client closet to your session in the studio or outdoors. With the lifestyle area that I have in the studio, as well as backdrops, you're all set! And for outdoors, everything goes well there too!

What about the rest of the family? Well, I have a little client closet too! My little client closet runs from newborn to 5T for boys and newborn to 14 for girls. For the bigger boys and men I suggest coordinating with whatever you select, and I can help with that as needed.

Don't wait to book your session! I book up fast and time always goes faster than we want it too. Capture those moments and have them to cherish forever!

Hugs and love!

Michelle

Hooray!! You booked your newborn session so now what?

Well, soon enough you’ll be holding that baby in your arms and you won’t have as much time as you would like. Thinking about colors, props, style, etc, might get a little overwhelming. It might be a good idea to plan out what you’re wanting now, or at least narrow down some thing. With that said, you could just throw the neutral flag out there and play it safe. Cream all around! Haha, just kidding unless that sounds amazing to you! For some people, a better option is to ask your photographer to choose the colors and props for you. That is mostly what is requested, and while I love it be sure you do too! If you’re worried that you might not like the selections, you could ask to get a sneak peek in order to say yay or nay. If you’re my client, I invite you to visit the studio and make selections for your session if you’d like. Or we could even do a virtual visit and I can walk you through everything via a video chat. You tell me! :)

Now that I have you super excited about your session, think about your house, the nursery, the way in which you live your life. The following, plus more, can help you know what you want or don’t want at your newborn session. Think decorating!

•          What colors do you have on your walls and as accents?
•          What colors or theme is the nursery?
•          What color(s) is your living room?
•          What colors don’t you like?
•          What colors do you like?
•          What wall art can you envision on your walls? Wrapped canvas or a framed print. Or both?
•          Where are you going to hang your wall art? Nursery, living room, office, etc.
•          How many albums do you need? Don’t forget about the grandparents!
•          How many folios do you want? You can display them on the wall, in a glass case, or on their own.
•          Is your house modern, contemporary, traditional, eclectic, BOHO, ect? This will help in selecting props, and colors/patterns for that matter.
•          Do you have any inspiration of newborn photos? Send that inspiration to your photographer to help when narrowing down what to use at your session.

Thinking about everything above, what colors are you wanting for your newborn session? White, cream, brown, yellow, orange, red, pink, purple, blue, green, etc. Floral, stars, butterflies, or solids? Food for thought: If you’re hanging a canvas in the nursery and the nursery is blue, do you want the backdrop your baby is on to be blue - because it will likely be the wrong blue? Or white? Or Cream? I suggest working around the main color of the room and using a color that works well with it, such as an accent color. Blue walls and a cream canvas is a beautiful match to me! Or cream walls and blue canvas! Either way, I hope you get what I’m trying to convey.

What about the props? I typically have 1 or 2 props at each newborn session, sometimes more. Check the list out and see what your photographer has. I have way too many but it’s because I love them all!

•          Wooden bed (dark and light)
•          Metal bucket (with different overlays)
•          Wire baskets
•          Woven baskets
•          Drawers
•          Bins
•          Crates
•          Macramé swing
•          And I'm sure I'm forgetting some but hopefully you get it.

I hope the above information above helps you get ready for your newborn session. If you have a question, please shoot me an email – michelle@michellekrohnphotography.com.

Remember to enjoy life, the dishes and cleaning can wait. The littles are only little once so hug them often!

Hugs and love, Michelle