FAQ Newborns

Frequentely Asked Questions

Newborn

WHY?

WHAT IS BOOKING FEE?

There is only one chance for taking pictures of your newborn baby. They grow up so fast and you do not want to miss this chance to memorise portraits so you can remember this moment forever.

A £50 booking fee reserves your session and is deducted from the price of your chosen package.

WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO PHOTOGRAPH MY BABY?

WHEN SHOULD I BOOK MY PHOTO SESSION?

The best time to photograph newborn babies is between 7 to 28 days.

The best time to book your newborn session is just after your second scan, then the session date will be confirmed after your baby has arrived.

WHAT IF MY BABY IS BORN EARLIER?

When you contact me about a photo session date, I do not reserve a specific date. We all know that this is just a theory, in practice it can be different so if your child comes into the world, please contact me no later than 3 days after that.

DO I HAVE TO CHOOSE A PACKAGE BEFORE I BOOK?

Yes, you need to select a package before booking, as upgrading later isn’t possible. However, once your photos are ready, you can purchase additional digital images or even the entire gallery.

CAN I GET ALL THE PHOTOS WITHOUT RETOUCHING?

CAN I TAKE MY OWN PHOTOS?

No. Packages contain only retouched photos. It is not possible to buy photos other than those that will be in the online gallery.

Recording videos and taking photos with phones or cameras is prohibited unless agreed with us, and we are very agreeable 🙂 just ask!

WHAT IF MY BABY IS CRYING NON STOP DURING SESSION?

ARE PARENTS AND SIBLINGS INCLUDED IN THE NEWBORN SESSION?

Photos with parents are included in every package. Express costs £250 and includes 5 retouched digital photos, newborn portraits and photos with parents, in the studio only. Sibling photographs are included in Standard and Premium.

If the baby is crying and there is no change in calming, changing and feeding, we can extend the sessions at no extra charge, for no more than 30 minutes. The session may be postponed to another day as long as there is a free time slot. Please note that in this case the booking fee has to be paid again.

DO YOU WORK ON WEEKENDS?

Yes, I do it but for an extra charge. Weekends photoshoots can be extra charge 50 pounds.

HOW MANY PHOTOS WILL BE IN THE SLIDESHOW?

CAN WE GUARANTEE NEWBORN POSES?

Deciding on poses/shots we take, unfortunately it’s not entirely up to our clients or us, we cannot guarantee achieving certain poses with all babies. We aim to make photoshoots a pleasant experience for both parents and babies. We take 3 attempts to pose and if it happens that the baby doesn’t like it, we will NOT force the baby again. We’ll try a different pose. Also, we cannot promise that the baby will wear accessories or clothes prepared. It happens that some babies do not like headbands or hats.

The number of photos in the slideshow depends on many factors. First of all, on how the session is going and how the child behaves. Second, what package did you choose.

CAN YOU TAKE PHOTOS IN OUR HOME?

Yes. If you have your own ideas for the session, tell us about it. We have among the best newborn photographers in London, UK who can bring your vision to life. If you only want natural photos, let us know a few days before the session and send sample photos so we know what you expect. Don’t leave it to the last minute, when the posing bag and props are already set up we can’t change it

HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE BEFORE WE CAN SEE THE PHOTOS?

The photos will be ready up to 4 weeks.

DO I HAVE TO PAY FOR POSTING MY PRINT PRODUCTS.

CAN I BRING MY PROPS?

If you choose Standard or Premium Package you will not pay for the posting. Otherwise, posting costs £10 or you can collect the prints from us for free. If you want the parcel to be sent outside the country, no matter what package you choose, you have to pay £20 for posting.

Of course you can. If there is something important to you, something you would like to see next to your baby in the picture, bring it. To be sure that the photo will be consistent let me know what it is. I will prepare the scenery to emphasize what is most important … your child and the prop.

CAN YOU USE MY PHOTOS ON SOCIAL MEDIA?

CAN I PRINT MY PHOTOS?

Yes. The best photos appear on my website, Instagram, and Facebook. I have the copyrights to all photos taken during the session. Photos that have not been purchased by you, can also be published.

Yes. Every digital photo is suitable for printing not bigger than 20/30cm. If you would like to have a larger format we are recommending order prints and wall arts from us. We do not take responsibility for the quality of printing ( sharpening, colours, kind of paper, preparing for canvas etc). not ordered by us in a professional photo lab.

DO YOU OFFER IN-HOME PHOTOSHOOTS?

CAN I BUY ALL PHOTOS?

In-home sessions are available for Standard and Premium. Home sessions are available by arrangement. The additional fee depends on the distance from our studio at 75c Shakespeare Road, London NW10 8EY. Please send us your postcode so we can confirm the fee before you book. Express is available in the studio only.

YES. You can buy all of the photos. The price depends on the number of images in the gallery. If you decide to buy all of them you will receive the slideshow.

CAN I HAVE RAW PHOTOS?

Only retouched photographs are available to purchase. We select the best images from your session for your gallery, where you can choose your favourites. Unretouched photographs and RAW files are not available.

IF I BUY PRINTS, BOOKS OR WALL ART WILL I ALSO RECEIVE A DIGITAL PHOTO?

Digital photos are a separate product, so you will not receive such photos when purchasing print products. Digital photos in 2 resolutions can be purchased individually or in packages.

CAN I BUY NEWBORN SESSIONS FOR SOMEONE AS A GIFT?

CAN I SELECT A PHOTO AND REPLACE IT LATER WITH ANOTHER PHOTO?

Yes. Each session can be purchased as a gift.

Once you get a link to the folders with the photos you have selected, nothing can be changed. We do not retouch them again or replace them. Before you choose photos, be sure that they are the ones you want.

CAN YOU TAKE ONLY NATURAL NEWBORN PHOTOS WITHOUT PROPS?

CAN ANYONE BESIDE THE PARENTS AND SIBLINGS TAKE PART IN THE NEWBORN PHOTOSHOOT?

Yes. If you have your own ideas for the session, tell us about it. If you only want natural photos, let us know a few days before the session and send sample photos so we know what you expect. Don’t leave it to the last minute, when the posing bag and props are already set up we can’t change it.

Of course. Please let us know when you book your session. There can be no more than 6 people plus a newborn.

CAN I CHOOSE THE COLORS OF MATERIALS, OUTFITS OR FLOWERS USED DURING THE SESSION?

CAN I EXCHANGE A PRINT PRODUCT THAT IS INCLUDED IN THE PACKAGE PRICE FOR ANOTHER PRODUCT?

Yes, of course you can. Let us know a few days before the session what you expect. If you want specific colours to be used, say so. Send us the photos you like so that we can prepare for the session. If we don’t get information from you about the style you like, we will choose the colours and props ourselves.

Yes. When slideshow is ready, we will give you a price list and you will be able to exchange this product for another one at the same price or pay the difference and choose another more expensive one.

WHAT SHOULD WE BRING FOR THE NEWBORN PHOTOSHOOT?

HOW LONG DOES A PHOTOSHOOT LAST?

Photoshoot lasts 2 to 3 hours. No matter what package you choose, we spend so much time and effort taking photos.

Bring extra diapers, dummy, blanket and milk. Nothing more is needed. If you want you can bring some props and outfit to use them during the photoshoot.

HOW LONG DOES A HOME PHOTOSHOOT LAST?

DO YOU PROVIDE PROPS OR DO WE NEED TO BRING OUR OWN?

A photoshoot at the client’s home usually takes about an hour longer than studio photoshoot. We need time to prepare a small home studio and time to assemble it after the session.

I provide a variety of props, fabrics and outfits but feel free to bring any special items you’d like to incorporate.

HOW WILL WE RECEIVE THE FINAL PHOTOS – DIGITALLY OR IN PRINT?

CAN I CANCEL MY BOOKING?

Yes, you can cancel your photoshoot. If you cancel at least 2 days before the scheduled session, your booking fee will be fully refunded. For cancellations made less than 2 days before the session, the booking fee is non-refundable. You may reschedule your session without forfeiting the booking fee if you notify us at least 2 days in advance.

You will receive the link to the final photos. They will be ready to download. Print will be posted to you or can be collected.

CAN WE REQUEST ANY ADDITIONAL EDITS OR RETOUCHING TO THE PHOTOS?

CAN WE INCLUDE OUR PET IN THE NEWBORN PHOTOSHOOT?

Yes. However, remember to tell us what style, colors and props you expect before the session. During the session, mention what you want to be retouched and what I should pay attention to. If what you asked for in the gallery is not retouched sufficiently, it will be fixed.

Yes, you can include your pet in the newborn photoshoot. Please inform me in advance so I can make the necessary arrangements to ensure a safe and comfortable session for everyone.

If you still have questions contact us.