Mini Newborn
These mini newborn sessions are perfect if you just want a few photos to celebrate the arrival of your newest little one. Your newborn is fully wrapped during the whole session and we can capture beautiful photos in one creative prop and fabric backdrop of your choice, along with all of those gorgeous tiny details.
Newborn sessions are ideally done within the first 5-14 days of life as that’s when they are at their smallest and easiest to curl into those gorgeous poses - however I do offer these sessions up to 4 weeks.
I only take a limited number of sessions each month so I recommend getting in touch early in your second trimester to secure your place. I completely understand that little ones don't always arrive when expected, so when booking in the newborn sessions we'll tentatively pencil in a date around a week after you're due and we can adjust the date as needed once they are here.
If you're a little further along in your pregnancy or bub has already arrived, feel free to still get in touch to check my availability.
Mini Newborn
Who: Newborn Only
Where: In Mel's Rolleston studio
Session Length: Up to one hour
Includes: One creative prop setup of your choice + simple wrapped poses on a fabric backdrop
&
5 digital images of your choice delivered via online gallery
Baby is fully wrapped at all times. This session does not include unwrapped or nude poses.
$295
A $100 non-refundable deposit is due upon booking
Mini Newborn + Family
Who: Newborn & Family
Immediate family only
Where: In Mel's Rolleston studio
Session Length: Up to 1.5 hours
Includes: One pose with each parent and family photos
One creative prop setup of your choice + simple wrapped poses on a fabric backdrop
&
10 digital images of your choice delivered via online gallery
Baby is fully wrapped at all times. This session does not include unwrapped or nude poses.
$365
A $100 non-refundable deposit is due upon booking
Ready to book? This is the process
Click on the 'book now' button below and fill out the quick contact form. Include your preferences for session type, your approximate due date, or if bub has already arrived, how many days/weeks they are currently. I'll be in touch within 48 hours to discuss available dates and details.
Once all the details for your session are confirmed, I will send through a contract to sign and I require a $100 non-refundable deposit to secure your booking, with the remaining balance to be paid prior to your session taking place.
You will receive a detailed client guide with all the tips, recommendations and things to keep in mind while preparing for your session. You will also receive a questionnaire which lets you select the prop and colours that you would like included.
Roughly 4 weeks after your session takes place, you will receive a link to your online gallery with all of your edited photos to choose from. Additional images can be purchased for $14.99 each, or if you love all of them you can purchase the full edited gallery for $100. Please allow 5-6 weeks turnaround time from November-January.
FAQ
Where is your studio located?
Can we do the mini newborn session in our own home instead of in your studio?
How long does it take to receive the final edited photos?
Can we purchase all of the unedited images that were not included in our client gallery?
When is the best time to book a newborn session?
How long do the natural newborn sessions take?
Are props included?
FAQ
Where is your studio located?
My in-home studio is located in Faringdon, Rolleston, and it is available Tuesday-Saturday between 10am-4pm.
Can we do the mini newborn session in our own home instead of in your studio?
No, the mini newborn sessions are only available in my Rolleston studio. However, I do offer the option for both my Creative newborn sessions and Natural newborn sessions to be done in your own home for an additional fee.
How long does it take to receive the final edited photos?
Once your edited images are complete, you will receive an email with a link to your private client gallery from which you can select your favourites to download. You will also have the opportunity to purchase additional digital images - or the entire edited gallery! - on top of the allocated number that is included with your session package, along with fine art prints and beautiful canvases.
Can we purchase all of the unedited images that were not included in our client gallery?
No, unedited images are not available to purchase. While I do take a number of photos during our session, I do not show or provide the unedited images as they are incomplete and do not reflect the high standard of work I provide. I spend a great deal of time carefully selecting and editing the images for your gallery that I believe you will absolutely love, while removing any with eyes closed, unflattering angles and a large number duplicates.
When is the best time to book a newborn session?
Newborn sessions are ideally done within the first 5-10 days of life as that’s when they are at their smallest and easiest to curl into those gorgeous poses - however I do offer these sessions up to 12 weeks with just a few adjustments to suit slightly older and more alert bubs.
I only take a limited number of sessions each month so I recommend getting in touch early in your second trimester to secure your place. I completely understand that little ones don't always arrive when expected, so when booking in the newborn sessions we'll tentatively pencil in a date around a week after you're due and we can adjust the date as needed once they are here.
If you're a little further along in your pregnancy or bub has already arrived, feel free to still get in touch to check my availability.
How long do the natural newborn sessions take?
These sessions take up to two hours. While this may seem like a long time, you'd be surprised by how quickly it goes. We often spend a great deal of time feeding and settling bub to keep them comfortable, as well as taking any extra time needed to move them gently between props and poses - the actual photo-taking time itself is relatively short!
When we have sessions that include siblings, we will often do the family and sibling section first. This means that once their part is all done, the siblings can take a wee break with dad or another family member down at the local park or shops while we focus on the individual newborn photos.
Are props included?
Creative prop setups aren't included in the natural newborn sessions. However, if you have a special item such as baby's first toy or an heirloom blanket feel free to bring it along.