A couple weeks ago I got to take photos of my friend Raeann’s new baby boy – Jack. Isn’t he the sweetest? This was my first time doing a newborn photo shoot – other than my own kids, and let me tell you, I have a new-found respect for photographers that photograph newborns full time. It is a LOT harder than it looks! I went into the shoot thinking that I could do all kinds of creative and unique poses, and that he would just sleep right through them. <—wrong, wrong, wrong. He did not appreciate being naked, having his diaper off, or lying on a cold sheet. Even with the heating pad underneath, it didn’t quite cut it and he just wanted to be cuddled in a blanket and held close (which of course, I was very HAPPY to do).
I ended up with about 25 shots that I thought were okay. When it comes down to it, even if the baby is crying, he is still gonna look adorable….right?
Lesson learned – I am not a professional (thank goodness, or giving Raeann these photos would have been pretty darn embarrassing).
*Thanks Stormie for letting me borrow your Ikea blanket – I told you that Jack wouldn’t pee on it! ;)
Elise
Jul 3, 2012 -
SO precious! The pictures look great… and I agree- even when he’s crying he’s still adorable!
Stormie
Jul 6, 2012 -
These turned out so great – I think you did an awesome job:) He is adorable!
mom
Jul 21, 2012 -
O nice job! Great pictures and he is cute!!