I’m so happy to have captured River’s perfect newborn session a few weeks ago. This family recently relocated to Dundas from Australia and I was honoured that they chose me to photograph their second son. They were looking for a pure and simple photography style without the use of elaborate props and set-ups. Baby River was so sweet. You can see how happy this little guy was in his mama’s arms. Catching a newborn smile is somewhat rare, but this little guy flashed THREE smiles in his mama’s arms. Obviously he loves her very, very much. After that River had a bit of an awake period but once we got him back to sleep we rocked the short nap he did have. I used a lot of my natural posing and minimalistic styling for his session as that’s what I love and this family loves the most! I enjoy photographing this way because it keeps the focus on the newborn baby. They are perfect in every way just as they are.
As my newborns fall asleep, I always tease the ones that open just one eye to look at me. I often will say to them, ok baby you need both eyes closed or both asleep. No pirate faces. Up until now I don’t think I’ve ever posted a photo of a newborn with just one eye open but the one below where River is in his mom’s arms smiling, one eye open was way too cute to pass up. It’s this adorable, goofy face that made me smile big when I saw it on my computer screen. I hope his family loves it too.
Thank you, W Family for a wonderful session. I am so happy to have met you and spent the morning capturing your new little boy. Here are some (lots) of favourites from our session.
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