Please Join Me in Obsessing Over These Adorable Recent Arrivals

Sixteen March 2020 Newborn Baby Photoshoots Who Prove the Snuggle is Real

*Immediate Baby Fever is Sure to Follow

Let’s face it: few things are as cute as a newborn baby: their chubby cheeks, sleepy grins, tiny hands, and button noses. Moreover, a new addition represents so much more than adorable baby giggles. Hopes, dreams, and all the things you could want for your bundle of joy are preserved through a custom newborn photoshoot.

However, with COVID-19, non-essential businesses are on the back burner until we know more. We’re currently practicing social distancing and hope to be back in our studio by May 4th, 2020. Regulations could easily change, but we’re crossing our fingers that things calm down, and this can be a distant memory.

For now, check out the 16 babies who were able to visit before we closed our doors until we know more. Each baby’s photo also answers a popular question we receive.

Each Session is Custom-Designed

At our studio, husband and wife team (us!) custom-design every single session to reflect your color preferences. We also chat about nursery themes, home decor, your likes and dislikes, and then everything is provided by us.

As always, we use luxury vendors from all around the world to create stunning works of baby art you’re sure to treasure.

What is the best age for a newborn photoshoot?

All of the babies you see here visited in March when they were 14 days or less. Our favorite age is specifically 5-9 days old, as this is when babies are most sleepy, curly, mold-able, and showcase all the newness of a recent arrival. Earlier is generally best.

We promise to handle your baby with love, care, and respect.

Is Retouching Included in Pricing?

Yes! At our studio, standard retouching includes the following: skin smoothing, eye sharpening, teeth whitening, blemish removal, baby acne removal, and also skin tone adjustment. Your final selections are professionally edited and enhanced so they’re perfectly polished for printing.

How Do Parents Select Photos?

Fourteen days after your session, you view all of the images from the comfort of your home. Through touch screen technology, you pick the photos included in your package. There are no time-limits on selections, and galleries are left open as long as needed. There are no in-person sales, viewing appointments, or minimum print orders to receive your digital gallery.

Are the props provided?

Yes! Our studio is fully stocked with absolutely breathtaking textiles, floor props, headbands, caps, and more! All items are sanitized between use. We take great pride in offering a beautiful experience. As parents to four young children, we like to make things as easy as possible. Simply bring your diaper bag with you to the session, and we’ll provide the rest.

What if my baby does not sleep?

No worries! We’re well-versed on newborn, infant, and baby soothing techniques. Plenty of time is set aside for feeding, diaper changes, and soothing our most petite, precious clients. We have lots of tricks up our sleeves to keep Baby content, comfortable, and cozy.

What if my Baby is Jaundice?

Many parents worry about things such as skin tones when visiting for their little one’s first professional photo shoot. Have no fear. Part of the full-service luxury experience at our Houston Newborn & Family Portrait Studio is adjusting skin tones as needed. Remember, we clean up things that aren’t permanent while maintain a natural look to match our dreamy, timeless, and vintage-inspired branding.

Can we request a certain pose?

Absolutely! We urge parents to share any relevant details such as poses they like, or dislike, you’ve seen in our portfolio. We pride ourselves on offering much variety, so your final gallery will make your heart burst. We love wrapped, unwrapped, macro photography, and also parent, sibling, and family setups, too.

We can’t wait to meet you!

What are the studio business hours?

Our studio business hours are available 7 days per week. We are a full-time business (LLC with S-Corp filing) and enjoy seeing clients daily. We are available for sessions Monday - Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. We are also here on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Finally, our weekend availability includes Saturday and Sunday from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Are you up to date on your immunizations?

Yes! We stay up to date on all mainstream vaccinations in order to provide a safe, secure, and healthy work environment for your little one. Vaccinations include the seasonal flu shot, MMR, and Tdap. Please let us know if you have any questions.

Where do newborn photos take place?

All newborn sessions take place in our commercial office space located in Uptown. The address is 4550 Post Oak Place Drive. Our studio has everything you need for amazing newborn photos from parent wardrobe, playroom, lobby, snacks, mothers room for nursing and pumping, multiple shooting rooms, natural light, studio lighting, and more! We are available by appointment only.

How do we book our newborn session?

Our studio offers flexible and user-friendly online booking. The online booking page is where parents select their package, date, time, and also sign their contract and pay their deposit to secure the appointment. Helpful questionnaires are here, too, so you can tell us more about your baby and family.

Using online booking tools are a modern way to make the process easier for you. Instead of e-mailing us back and forth, all of the availability is shown to you at all times.

You have the freedom to pick a time that works for your family.

Please let us know if we may assist.

Can we bring props from home?

While our studio does provide everything for your session, if there is a particular sentimental item you’re welcome to bring a few small things. We request zero glass, however. Please bring things such as blankets or a knitted hat. It’s important to be safe and never put Baby in a position or prop that does not meet our expert level of care.

Can grandparents participate?

Yes! Grandparent photos are available as an add-on to all portraiture packages. The add-on includes an additional 30 minutes of time and talent + 3 more digital files of your choice.

To add grandparents to your package, the booking software has the option to add this when scheduling. We generally cover Grandma with Baby, Grandpa with Baby, Grandparents together with Baby.

The family, sibling, or grandparent portion of your newborn session always takes place in the beginning.

Grandparents are welcome to studio wardrobe, too.

What size images do we receive?

Our studio sells full-resolution, professionally edited and enhanced JPEG files. You are welcome to purchase the RAW (.cr2) files for an additional fee. The final copies you receive are given via a private, password-protected digital gallery. You immediately may download the zipdrive and save the photos onto your computer, all from the comfort of your home. We also have our software set to where you may automatically import your images into the cloud. We recommend Amazon Photos, Google Drive, or Dropbox.

Do you offer maternity or infant portraits?

Yes! In addition to posed newborn photography sessions, we joyfully offer packages showcasing family, baby milestones, or pregnancy for expecting couples and mothers to be. While our focus and specialty is posed newborn photography within a studio setting, we recognize many of our newborn clients develop a great relationship with us and like to continue their milestones in our studio. We welcome you!

And there you have it! 16 adorable newborn babies as well as a frequently asked question. We hope to see you soon and look forward to the rest of 2020!

Warmly,

Sarah & Kevin

Updated Due Date Placeholder | Accepting 2020 Arrivals

Specializing in studio infant, baby, and newborn portraits, Sarah Borchgrevnk is joyfully accepting 2020 due dates! See more information below.

Hi, gang! Welcome! As 2019 winds down, the studio is gearing up for a great upcoming year! We are thrilled to share we’re accepting due date placeholders for 2020. A due date placeholder is a beautiful way to commission our studio as your baby’s portrait artist. A due date placeholder means your estimated due date is added to our calendar. This lets us know how many babies to expect each month so we may plan accordingly.

Newborn sessions occur in the first 14 days of life, preferably when your Little One is 5-9 days old. This timeframe is the optimal time when new infants are curly, sleepy, flexible, moldable, and able to be posed in those oh-so-darling images you see via our Houston Newborn Photography Portfolio page. Adding your due date to the calendar gives you instant access to the scheduling options once your baby is born. You are most likely to have your preferred date and time not to miss the fleeting newborn window. The weekend dates are also highly sought after, o keep this in mind, too!

The best time to add your due date to our calendar is when you’re either in the second or third trimester. Your due date is simply an estimation for when the Baby is expected to arrive. Some little ones are early, late, and even right on time. No matter when your cherub is earthside, you already have access to the calendar.

• Package pricing is upfront and eareadilyvailable to you to make things simple for new parents! The studio's focus is selling full-resolution digital files, along with a print release. There are no in-person sales appointments, minimum print orders, or separate session fees. One rate pays for your entire session from start to finish. However, professional prints and products are available for purchase as a perk to parents seeking the highest quality.

• 14Fourteenays after your session, you receive a private online proofing gallery showcasing the best images from our time together! Parents select the number of portraits that come in the chosen package. At that time, those selections are fully and professionally edited. They’re polished up and ready for you to print, share online, and treasure forever!

• The chosen images are delivered three days later via instant digital download. A print release is also included. You may print your photos as many times or large as you would like forever.

• Sessions are available seven days per week in the studio between 6 a.m. - 6 p.m., M-F, and 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. The standard turnaround for proofing galleries is 14 days, year-round.

• Motherhood wardrobe is included for all sessions.

Other helpful details:

• The studio is fully vaccinated and insured to provide newborn safety for our most petite clients, such as Tdap, MMR, and the yearly flu vaccine.

• Sarah Borchgrevink Photography is centrally located in the Uptown/River Oaks area of Houston.

• Sarah and Kevin are a full-time husband and wife team dedicated to offering a wonderful experience for new parents.

• Highest rated newborn photographer in Houston (2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2021)

Add your due date to the calendar below

After adding your due date to the calendar:

·         As soon as Baby is here, please select your preferred date/time/package from the scheduling link below. The sooner you pick your date, the more likely you are to have your preferred session date and time.

·         The scheduling calendar will have you fill out a styling questionnaire so you can answer helpful questions about Baby, share colors you like or dislike, and also anything you’d like me to know in advance.

·         Upon selecting your date and time, your posed newborn prep guide PDF is sent to your preferred e-mail address. The guide is a helpful and recommended list of instructions to ensure we have a great session together!

·         I would like to see you in the first 14 days of life, preferably at 5-9 days new, if possible.

·         When picking your appointment time, ignore the portion about signing a contract/deposit as you've already done this in advance.

 Babies are often early or late, so no worries if this happens. 

The link to schedule your newborn session is here:

https://sarahborchgrevinkphotographyschedulingcalendar.as.me/schedule.php?appointmentType=category%3ANewborn+Packages 

Thank you for choosing my studio! If you have any questions in the meantime, please let me know. I look forward to working with you! In the meantime, please let me know if anything changes!

The following information is everything you need to know about our time together.

Studio Expectations and Standards for Sarah Borchgrevink Photography

The following information is helpful and lets you know exactly what to expect.

Studio hours are as follows:

Monday - Friday from 6:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Saturday and Sunday are 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

 

Seafoam Hues & Accents for Unique Color Schemes and Dreamy Skintones

Set your little one’s portrait apart with stunning colors

When you book a professional posed newborn session with Sarah, you are going to receive a styling questionnaire. This questionnaire has you share colors you like and perhaps even a few you dislike. However, over the years I’ve worked in studio, I have found a common trend: sometimes parents are scared of color because they think it will be too brash or harsh again a their little bundle of joy’s skin.

Have no fear: through the use of studio lighting, top of the line camera gear, unique styling, and my vast array of luxury baby props color is my jam. This is how I create those ever so dreamy skin tones through the use of contrast.

You see, for my personal taste I like the baby to shine and to do so without distractions. Props are natural, timeless, and vintage-inspired so your gallery is forever in style. Think of it as a little black dress: always perfect, never dated.

While neutrals are a wonderful addition to posed sessions, I do urge you think about the following: if your home decor or nursery is neutral the pops of color can be breathtaking! For instance, if Baby is on a white backdrop, in a white picture frame, on a white wall they may blend in too much; however, with color, your baby will have fantastic skin tones, due to the contract, and the color will not make their skin look too dark.

In fact, I have noticed, when requesting colors, parents sometimes think about the colors they would use to decorate their homes versus colors that accent the decor in their home.

A few of my favorite colors from which to draw inspiration:

• azure

• teal

• navy

• royal blue

• turquoise

• green

• aquamarine

• blue-grey

• indigo

• cobalt

• jade

• sea foam

• spinach

• willow

• olive

• apple

• chartreuse

And more!

You’ll always find a few neutral setups in each baby photography session I photograph, however, please allow me to introduce awe-inspiring setups reflecting a gorgeous yet timeless use of color sure to create unique works to adorn your walls.

As you can see, the color against Baby’s skin gives them such a creamy, soft gorgeous hue in their perfect chubby cheeks! These colors are my absolute favorite to work with and I’m also so pleased when parents give me creative freedom to showcase all the neat ideas with a newly arrived bundle of joy.

If you’re a fan of stunning colors and are interested in seeing more aesthetics you may find these related topics super helpful and enjoyable to peruse:

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As always, a huge thanks to visiting my blog! Please stay awhile and browse, I hope the images make you smile!