A few months ago I had the pleasure of meeting one of my best Facebook friends, ReAnna from Porcelain Photography! My favorite part of finding new Facebook Photographer Friends- we are always creating together! I am always on the edge of my computer just waiting for the sneak peaks of her latest session (sometimes I get a little too impatient and message her during the sessions... whoops!)
Do you want to be Friends with ReAnna or book her for your next session? Make sure to follow her on social media!
Facebook: www.facebook.com/porcelain.photography.by.reanna.evelynn
I focus on Maternity and Newborn-1st Year, but I photograph everything from Children, Families and Weddings as well as Boudoir.
What are a few of your "go-to" prop inspirations?
I order props for each newborn I photograph, so I draw inspiration from their family's story, their goals and hopes for their new baby, and their tastes - then I put a classic spin on them and strive to use their inspirations in ways they don't expect.
3 Tips for booking a session for you- and GO!
1) Book Early. I book newborn by Due Date, then schedule once the baby has arrived. Booking at least a month prior to a due date ensures that I can order their props and accessories.
2) Be Prepared. I spend as much time as needed informing the soon-to-be-new-parents on preparations for their session, I try to verbally paint a picture so that they can properly visualize how their experience will go. this helps them be realistic with expectations of the session, and helps everyone relax. Preparation is key.
3) Keep Me Informed. Every single session is customized for my client and their new baby. I like to stay 100% in the loop about my clients' ideas for the session, and props they want to bring so that I can be 100% prepared when they walk in the door.
2) Be Prepared. I spend as much time as needed informing the soon-to-be-new-parents on preparations for their session, I try to verbally paint a picture so that they can properly visualize how their experience will go. this helps them be realistic with expectations of the session, and helps everyone relax. Preparation is key.
3) Keep Me Informed. Every single session is customized for my client and their new baby. I like to stay 100% in the loop about my clients' ideas for the session, and props they want to bring so that I can be 100% prepared when they walk in the door.
Lets talk inspirations! Who is one of your "Photographer Idols?"
Ana Brandt is a huge inspiration for me. I love that her photographs are so organic and they never seem forced.
What are your words of wisdom to share with your fellow photographers?
Breathe. You can prepare as much as your heart desires but at the end of the day, its the baby's game - you're just playing in it :) there's no need to stress or get frustrated during a session when it's not going according to your plan, just breathe and go at the baby's pace and you'll be okay.
Now for some fun :) What is the funniest thing that has happened during a shoot?
It wasn't funny at the time, and actually it was quite gross, but now it's my "go-to story" every time a baby poops on me or my props and mom gets embarrassed.
One of my FIRST newborns was a family friend's new 9 pound baby boy. My mom watches my daughter during every session, and since we grew up with my friend my mom came in during a set change to hold him - he was still naked and i didn't think to wrap his bum with a cloth diaper. Well, he pooped down my mother's shirt... so I decided to wipe her off. This was a bad idea as Mr R wasn't finished his business. He not only pooped in my face and somehow managed to soil the entire set behind me, but it also got into my eye AND my mouth. They thought it was hilarious, and all I could say was "Well, it doesn't taste like it smells.." and excuse myself to freshen up and change my clothes.
best. day. ever.
One of my FIRST newborns was a family friend's new 9 pound baby boy. My mom watches my daughter during every session, and since we grew up with my friend my mom came in during a set change to hold him - he was still naked and i didn't think to wrap his bum with a cloth diaper. Well, he pooped down my mother's shirt... so I decided to wipe her off. This was a bad idea as Mr R wasn't finished his business. He not only pooped in my face and somehow managed to soil the entire set behind me, but it also got into my eye AND my mouth. They thought it was hilarious, and all I could say was "Well, it doesn't taste like it smells.." and excuse myself to freshen up and change my clothes.
best. day. ever.
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