Session guide
Dearest Couples, Parents, and Parents-To-Be,
Thank you so much for considering me to document this beautiful journey and celebrate such an incredible time in your lives. It truly is an honor.
Getting Started
The first step is simple—please fill in my booking form. I'll get back to you within 1-2 business days to confirm the availability of your desired date.
Newborn Sessions
Booking a newborn session in advance often feels straightforward, but once your little one arrives, it can suddenly seem overwhelming. My priority is to support you, ensuring you feel comfortable, safe, and in control throughout the entire process. With years of experience working with babies—including two of my own—I take care of most planning details, allowing you to focus on simply enjoying the experience. For families with older siblings, particularly toddlers, rest assured I have daily hands-on experience and plenty of effective strategies to keep them happy and cooperative.
Family Sessions
I'd love the opportunity to capture your family exactly as you are right now, preserving and celebrating these precious moments. My goal is to make the process smooth, enjoyable, and stress-free for everyone involved. My extensive experience with babies and toddlers, including raising my own, means I understand the little nuances and have many tips and tricks to ensure a successful session.
Timing Recommendations
Maternity: Ideally held between 28 and 34 weeks, when your bump is beautifully defined, yet you're still comfortable enough for a bit of adventure. However, this is flexible—please never feel you've left it too late.
Newborn: For those sweet, sleepy photos, sessions are best within the first 12 days of your baby's arrival. After this period, babies are typically more alert, which results in a different yet equally beautiful type of image. Beautiful photographs can be captured at any stage, so choose a time that feels right for you.
Locations
Don't worry if you haven't chosen a location yet. I have an extensive list of beautiful, unique locations to suggest. I’m familiar with each setting’s lighting throughout the year and can recommend the ideal time for your photo shoot. Please have a look at my favourite locations here.
Styling and Clothing
One of the first questions clients ask after booking is, “What should I wear?” To ease this decision, I offer a modest client wardrobe featuring a selection of lovely dresses. Feel free to explore, dance in the sand, or play in the forest—I'll handle the laundry afterward! If my wardrobe doesn't have what you're envisioning, I highly recommend MamaRentals, which offers stunning gown rentals. My clients enjoy a 10% discount—please reach out for the discount code.
Another common question is, “What should the baby wear?” Again, low stress—I can provide a client wardrobe for babies, filled with neutral, comfortable pieces that photograph beautifully. I'll also bring accessories, blankets, and props on the day of the session.
Selecting Your Photos
After your session, you'll view a gallery featuring all individually edited, watermarked images. You'll select your favourite photos based on the package you choose, and any additional images will be archived.
Warmest wishes,
Celeste