I just went live in Facebook education group, Katie Stephens Education, and we talked about tips for soothing baby! I promised them 1 tip and came through with 3 because #enneagram2! Haha. So naturally I’ve got to come in with a blog post explaining all the things! These are intended for other newborn photographers but […]

Each photographer has a different style and approach. I prefer lots of earth tones like brown, sage green, dusty pink, etc. Others may prefer bright colors like yellow, pinks, and purples. Just like having different styles, most photographers have a favorite lens for their genre of photography. Quite honestly, many photographers have different favorites based […]

One of the most frequently asked questions I get (from students and parents) is “when is the best time for newborn sessions?” so I’m coming in hot with my when and why for you! Best Time for Newborn Sessions As a mom first, this is a super easy question for me to answer. Mid-morning! I […]

There’s so many things to take into consideration when it comes to studio lighting. I remember being SO overwhelmed in the beginning. There were so many things to remember to do. However, today’s post is about the #1 type of studio light you should AVOID! I believe that knowledge is power. When you know what […]

When people ask for tips to increase their bookings, I always ask them what their marketing looks like. Evaluating your marketing strategy can give you both insight on what’s performing well and also what you need to work on! Read on to find 3 quick tips for marketing your newborn photography business 🙂 My Favorite […]

How to Utilize Natural Light in Client’s Homes | Newborn Photography Education Newborn photography education can be overwhelming! I get it. So let’s start with the basics…utilizing natural light. Natural light is my favorite light to work with for in home sessions. Why? Because it looks natural. Seriously. I’m so excited to share with you […]

Newborn photography education can be overwhelming. I’m all about having systems and workflows in place to keep things simple and effective. Having a posing workflow is super important to creating consistent results. And when you have consistency, your clients know what to expect from you. And when your clients know what to expect from you, […]

If you’ve been around for any amount of time, you know that I love to keep things simple and effective. I tend to choose 2 different newborn wraps that I utilize per session and today I want to show you my 2 favorite! They’re super easy to create and I love the way they photograph […]

I know how it feels to show up to a newborn session feeling frazzled and anxious. Will the baby go to sleep? Will my clients be dressed appropriately for my warm studio? Will the baby be fed and ready to go? I get it, friend. I remember walking into sessions wondering all the same things. […]

Going to a client’s home that you’ve never seen before can be intimidating because you don’t always know what you’re walking into. Prepping the client before hand can help you control the situation some. I always advise clients to ‘stage’ the areas that we will be working in which is typically the living room, master, […]