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Photog Ladies

kelclay724kelclay724 member
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My cousin just had a DD. I was secretly really wanted to take her pictures but didn't want my cousin to feel like she had to let me take some. Well I just talked to her and she asked me if I would, so of course I said yes. 

Obviously I'm new to this whole photography thing and have never photographed a newborn! What props would you recommend? I'd like to take them outside, in the shade, but should I get a bucket and fill it with blankets with the baby on top? Any good sites you can recommend with ideas? 

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  • KarlaRNKarlaRN

    There was just a post today on the Photography board asking the same thing.  Those girls had lots of good tips! I saved it for future reference for myself as well!

     

    https://community.thebump.com/cs/ks/forums/thread/38750778.aspx

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  • lemen99lemen99 member

    hmm I've never used "props" except for a boppy (next time I'm going to use a bean bag, seems a lot better) and then I would ask your cousin if she has any special hats or blankets she wants to include. 

    I was going to suggest a space heater, but it's like 80bajillion degrees outside :) 

    As far as bucket-things, I'm not sure, but I would scour Etsy.  I bet if you looked even at Target, let's say, you could find some neat ideas.

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  • MommaMcGMommaMcG
    I used a boppy with baby girl, but when I started taking pictures of my friend's babies I got a cheap bean bag--really helps!  I went to goodwills to get some baskets, and I got some bucket things at Home Goods.
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  • lemen99lemen99 member
    I'm obsessssed with Little Moon Photography. (You've probably seen it since she's on the photog boad) Check her site out for some ideas.  I also LOVE Picket Fence (in Carmel) but they are indoor/studio style.
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  • kelclay724kelclay724 member
    thanks everyone!! great ideas!!
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