Your baby grows so quickly, the changes even in the first few weeks of life are almost unnoticeable... make sure you capture them.

Being a newborn photographer is one of the most specialized niches in the photography industry. Located near Red Deer Alberta, Leslie Dawn Photography specializes in Maternity and Newborn Photography.  I have seen many clients from Red Deer area including Olds, Airdrie, Calgary, Innisfail and Sundre to name just a few.  Families always cherish these images and I am so honored to take them.

Hopefully I can hep you feel more comfortable with the  questions you may have about Newborn Photography.

Unlike most photography niches, newborn photography requires special training for baby safety in posing and capturing of images. This is not something that is learned quickly. A professional newborn photographer has spent many hours perfecting not only the poses, but the post editing process as well. I have shared some samples below.

Why should you invest in professional newborn photography?

1. Baby safety - Newborn Professional Photographers invest in high end equipment such as lighting, cameras, lenses, props and posing items which are specifically made for newborn photography. These items ensure both the safety of the baby are met as well as having quality images captured.

2. Because your newborn grows and changes so so quickly, hiring a professional photographer makes certain the images captured are of a professional quality ensuring that these moments and memories will not be missed.

The first few weeks of life, your baby changes so so quickly, make sure you make it a priority to invest in capturing this very special time. It will be something you never regret.

3. Provides all the specialty newborn photography props and accessories. All of which have been tested and deemed safe for newborn use. Many different outfits as well as bonnets, hats, wraps etc. So no need to stylize your own shoot as a newborn photographer will have many options for you to choose from.

4. Posing within 2-3 weeks of age allows the baby to still be wrapped in ways that are not uncomfortable for them as they still are so small and often love to be swaddled. If the photos are delayed then it makes it difficult to capture the poses so many families love. 

5. It is not just about taking the photos, its also about the post editing process. Most poses are done with an assistant. This requires the expertise of post processing editing, making for the final image reveal to be just of the baby.  Also things like baby acne, jaundice etc are all addressed in the post processing professional retouching of images. Learning how to professionally retouch photos takes hours of education to perfect and learn. Its truly is more than just the click of camera.

 ** See below** this is an example of the photos taken in my studio, with an assistant always having hands on baby to ensure babies safety. The final image is created while editing the two images captured in studio into the final image in photoshop which was delivered to my client.