Baby Session Information
SCHEDULE:
I highly recommend booking your session far enough in advance to give yourself plenty of time to plan, prepare, and relax! Usually 6-8 weeks prior to your session. This way you're able to get the most out of your session! For babies it's always fun to plan your sessions around their milestones, so we can capture all the fun new things that they are doing -for example; tummy time, rolling over, sitting up, crawling, walking etc.
BABY'S AGE:
There are some golden growth spurts that your baby hits at 3 months, 6-8 months and around 1 year of age. These are perfect times to capture their milestones.
STUDIO:
All baby sessions under one year of age are recommended to be taken in the studio. This helps limit the distractions around them. We schedules the sessions in the mornings to early afternoon. I work closely with you to schedule your session around your baby's nap and feeding times. We want happy babies. My natural light studio is in the comfort of my home in Chino California. You have access to a bathroom, a nursing/feeding area, and a waiting area with a television for your husband and older children.
PROPS:
There's no need to stress about bringing props. My style is very organic and minimal with your baby being the main focus. I provide neutral color wraps, blankets, bonnets, floral crowns, and diaper covers in all sizes. Of course your able to bring whatever you want to add to your session.
For example your wedding veil is a sweet prop to wrap around your baby girl.
FAMILY INCLUDED:
Baby's parents and siblings are always welcome to join in on the fun! These are great opportunities to get an updated family photo. If you have other children, please bring someone to help watch them until they are added to the photoshoot.
THE SESSION:
Please arrive 10 minutes early to the session to get settled in. The session lasts for an hour and includes feeding and diaper breaks (if baby isn't already fed). Babies can't really handle anything longer. Patience is key. Please don't worry about baby fussing, it happens all the time. We roll with the punches. Just keep smiling and leave the rest to me.
WARDROBE:
Wardrobe is key for achieving the light and airy images that you see on my website. Light neutral colors and pastels are perfect. Try to stay away from patterns and dark colors. Long flowy dresses are very flattering. For baby boys, I like dressing them in only diaper covers. For baby girls you could also dress them in a little light dress or romper. For mamas, I include a collection of gowns HERE for you to use during your session, along with beautiful flower crowns in all sizes -from newborn to mama. Dad's look great in jeans or khakis with a button up shirt or t-shirt. Here are some ideas that I've collected "What To Wear". Feel free to send me photos of your outfit ideas and I'd be happy to help you narrow them down. No need to worry about shoes, I like to photograph everyone barefoot in the studio.
AFTER THE SESSION:
You will receive around 50 edited images from your session. Your images will be ready in 3-4 weeks and delivered in an online gallery that your able to download the digital files, share them with family and friends, and order prints from a professional lab. I post a sneak peak of my favorite photos within the first 2 weeks on my social media and blog.
MILESTONE BUNDLES:
Click HERE to see the discounts for the Bundle packages.
BOOK A SESSION:
If you decide to book a session with me, we can schedule a tentative date. You select the package that you want, then I send you over the agreement for you to review, sign and email back with a 50% non refundable retainer. Once I receive the retainer we can lock in your date.
Retainers can be made via Venmo @janellemarina (free app) or you can mail Cash or Check. Final payments are collected 14 business days prior to your session.
Feel free to contact me HERE me for any questions that you may have.
I highly recommend booking your session far enough in advance to give yourself plenty of time to plan, prepare, and relax! Usually 6-8 weeks prior to your session. This way you're able to get the most out of your session! For babies it's always fun to plan your sessions around their milestones, so we can capture all the fun new things that they are doing -for example; tummy time, rolling over, sitting up, crawling, walking etc.
BABY'S AGE:
There are some golden growth spurts that your baby hits at 3 months, 6-8 months and around 1 year of age. These are perfect times to capture their milestones.
STUDIO:
All baby sessions under one year of age are recommended to be taken in the studio. This helps limit the distractions around them. We schedules the sessions in the mornings to early afternoon. I work closely with you to schedule your session around your baby's nap and feeding times. We want happy babies. My natural light studio is in the comfort of my home in Chino California. You have access to a bathroom, a nursing/feeding area, and a waiting area with a television for your husband and older children.
PROPS:
There's no need to stress about bringing props. My style is very organic and minimal with your baby being the main focus. I provide neutral color wraps, blankets, bonnets, floral crowns, and diaper covers in all sizes. Of course your able to bring whatever you want to add to your session.
For example your wedding veil is a sweet prop to wrap around your baby girl.
FAMILY INCLUDED:
Baby's parents and siblings are always welcome to join in on the fun! These are great opportunities to get an updated family photo. If you have other children, please bring someone to help watch them until they are added to the photoshoot.
THE SESSION:
Please arrive 10 minutes early to the session to get settled in. The session lasts for an hour and includes feeding and diaper breaks (if baby isn't already fed). Babies can't really handle anything longer. Patience is key. Please don't worry about baby fussing, it happens all the time. We roll with the punches. Just keep smiling and leave the rest to me.
WARDROBE:
Wardrobe is key for achieving the light and airy images that you see on my website. Light neutral colors and pastels are perfect. Try to stay away from patterns and dark colors. Long flowy dresses are very flattering. For baby boys, I like dressing them in only diaper covers. For baby girls you could also dress them in a little light dress or romper. For mamas, I include a collection of gowns HERE for you to use during your session, along with beautiful flower crowns in all sizes -from newborn to mama. Dad's look great in jeans or khakis with a button up shirt or t-shirt. Here are some ideas that I've collected "What To Wear". Feel free to send me photos of your outfit ideas and I'd be happy to help you narrow them down. No need to worry about shoes, I like to photograph everyone barefoot in the studio.
AFTER THE SESSION:
You will receive around 50 edited images from your session. Your images will be ready in 3-4 weeks and delivered in an online gallery that your able to download the digital files, share them with family and friends, and order prints from a professional lab. I post a sneak peak of my favorite photos within the first 2 weeks on my social media and blog.
MILESTONE BUNDLES:
Click HERE to see the discounts for the Bundle packages.
BOOK A SESSION:
If you decide to book a session with me, we can schedule a tentative date. You select the package that you want, then I send you over the agreement for you to review, sign and email back with a 50% non refundable retainer. Once I receive the retainer we can lock in your date.
Retainers can be made via Venmo @janellemarina (free app) or you can mail Cash or Check. Final payments are collected 14 business days prior to your session.
Feel free to contact me HERE me for any questions that you may have.