Newborn Photographers Near Me | 5 Things to Look for When Deciding Who to Book

Newborn photography is not hard to find in Vancouver, but what if you live just outside of the city and are not up for the trek with a new baby? A MOBILE newborn photographer is key for this, which is where we truly shine! However, aside from the mobile studio, here are some things to look for before making a decision:

1) Portfolio

Whatever their style is, have they mastered their craft? Have they worked with multiple families and achieved the same results? Does this match what YOU are looking for? They might be super talented, but their aesthetic doesn’t align with yours. If you’re looking for a natural, neutral style, going to a studio that specializes in props and posed photos and asking for a white backdrop will be lacking in the feeling you’re looking to achieve from the images.

2) Years and number of babies

Experience can make a difference! You will feel more relaxed and confident knowing your baby is being photographed by a professional with the experience not only to capture the images you envision but the capability to photograph baby safely. The more years and number of babies photographed equals a photographer well versed in babies, that can soothe your little ones to get that perfect shot!

3) Safe Practices

Do they work without an assistant? Do they offer cheap prices or quick sessions (by quick, we mean under 2 hours for newborns)? If so, do some digging to see if their quality standards measure up. View our Newborn Safety blog for more details on what to look for.

4) Credentials

Look for education and training, awards, and publications. Why? credibility is important, you want to ensure that the photographer you are hiring is a master of their craft and has the appropriate education and training in order to photograph your baby safely. Awards and publications can signify competence and adherence to professional standards. Seeing a photographers’ body of work recognized through other outlets helps to support this.

5) Reviews

Check their Google reviews. A single negative review amongst a sea of great ones shouldn’t scare you off, but read the reviews to see if what people are saying is what you’re specifically looking for, and is consistent. Older reviews will also help you in determining how long they’ve been in business by not only the number of reviews, but the dates of the reviews as well.