Macomb Maternity and Newborn Photography | 5 Tips to Finding Your Maternity and Newborn Photographer
Your Metro Detroit maternity and newborn photography sessions take planning, and the first step is figuring out your photographer. So, you did a Google search and came across several photographers and you have no idea where to even start on deciding who would be the best fit for you, right?
Good news, you’ve landed in the perfect place!
Let me share the must-haves for your Detroit maternity and newborn photographer so I can take the guess work out of it for you! And spoiler alert, different photographers are a perfect fit for different people! It is not a one-size-fits-all. Let’s get started!
1. SEEK A PHOTOGRAPHER WHO HAS A SPECIALITY WITH MATERNITY AND NEWBORNS
If you’re looking for a baker, you wouldn’t ask an engineer to design, bake, and decorate your cake, right? This same concept applies in the world of photography. When you invest in a maternity and newborn photographer, you can expect your photographer to deliver gorgeous images all while both you and your newborn baby are handled with the best care.
2. WHAT VISUAL FEEL DO YOU LIKE?
What catches your eye with photos? Do you prefer the look of studio work, in-home or on-location like a downtown setting or in a field? Some photographers are only in-studio, whereas some don’t have a studio space and may only photograph on-location or in-home. With this in mind, browse different photographers’ portfolios to see what your preference is, then you can hone in on what style you prefer. Skills for both outdoor and in-studio light.
Beyond studio or on-location, do you like a lifestyle session that is more playful and natural or do you prefer a more smile and posed session? A lifestyle photographer will give you gentle prompts or guidance throughout the session and will capture candid moments, whereas a posed session gives guidance throughout, and aims to capture all the smiling faces.
3. WHAT DO THEY PROVIDE?
Often times, maternity and newborn photographers provide a Client Closet for maternity clients. The Client Closet is boutique and classic dresses that mamas can wear complimentary during their session. Newborn photographers often provide all props, wraps, bonnets, tiebacks and so forth for baby for you to pick from. This takes out all the stress of trying to figure out what you need for the maternity and newborn photo shoots. Be sure to ask your potential photog about this!
4. KNOWLEDGE OF PRODUCTS AND WALL ART FOR YOUR HOME
Have you ever held your USB up to your wall and thought about how gorgeous it was? Me neither. Working with a full service photographer doesn’t stop after the editing. Ask the photographer you are interested in working with what the full experience is, and recommendations on what to actually do with your photos so they aren’t just wasted sitting on your computer. Do they offer album design services? Do they work with you to design wall art and gallery walls for your home specifically? You’ve invested both time and money to capture this milestone, and you want service from beginning to end. You certainly deserve it!
5. ASK TO SEE A FULL GALLERY
Seeing a photo or two on Instagram isn’t enough - ask the photographer you’re interested in to see some examples of a what a full gallery looks like. When you’re looking at a gallery (or even a photographer’s website), ask yourself if there’s variety in posing and consistency with lighting. Seeing a full gallery will also give you a better idea of what you will get as a client, too.
I hope these tips help give you the right questions to ask when you’re searching for your photographer! ENJOY the rest of your pregnancy, and all the excitement ahead!
xo,
Chelsie
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Chelsie Maurer is a professional photographer serving Metro Detroit and surrounding areas. She specializes in Newborn and Maternity portraiture. Chelsie Maurer Photography’s studio is located in historic Downtown Utica, Michigan.