On New Borns

Taking baby photos, let me rephrase that, taking new born photos is a huge challenge for me. I was excited to do it but I was not comfortable at all. I had the parents present and had them move the baby in different positions. I was afraid to move her.

I had so many ideas in my head but I failed to execute it. The baby either cried, needed feeding, pooped, needed changing, then our time was up!

Learnings from this shoot -

Timing is important. Talk to the parents, ask when scheduled feeding would be (as I assume the baby would sleep after that). Work with the baby's schedule not yours.

Just like on adults, if you're getting new clothes, make sure it fits. You don't want the baby swimming in the clothes. 

If you're DYI-ing your props, do it properly. I created a headband with little flowers. It was cute laid out on the bed but wrapped around the baby's head, the flowers were not properly placed! Thank you Photoshop, I cloned one of the flowers and I think it came out okay.

Keep your eyes open. There are moments, unposed that could be interesting. I took this photo while mom held the baby, trying to soothe her.

Use pop of colour. Step away from the usual black or white. Play with focus.

Don't leave out the big sister/brother.

The shoot was fun. Will I do it again? Yes, but only with people I know well, who will be patient with me.

Due

My dslr has been gathering dust (yet again).  I always knew that I'd pick it up again and take it out in due time.  That time came couple of weeks ago.  Off I went (with Alvin) and forayed into maternity photography. My sister-in-law was supposedly due in a week then. 

The shoot was fun and though a bit rusty, we managed to get some decent shots. The whole family was a good sport and we all had some fun.

Here are some of the photos.

The fun and wacky side of everyone was evident in some of the photos.

Big sister is very excited and has been patiently waiting for the baby.

She promised to take care of the baby and volunteered to change diapers.

Soon, there will be tres Marias.

Seeing Double?

Nope! These are Chesca and Guela, our sorority's new members!
Born a few minutes apart of each other, but on different days, the only distinguishing mark will be Chesca's birthmark on her arm. But looking closely, you will probably notice the difference in the roundness of their faces and eyes. Their personalities differ a lot as well. One is more bubbly, easy to give out a laugh. The other is quieter, and would give you more of a smile.

Here are their photos when they were just a week old.




If I ask you, who is who
Will you be able to distinguish between the two?

Look closely and you will see

One is as active as a bee
Always laughing with glee

The other is a little shy
Her smile comes in a sly

But no matter what I say
Both will give you joy