Every parent wants to have high-quality, professional photos of their newborn, but sometimes the cost can be a little daunting. I’ve often had people ask me why I charge the prices I do for my photography. After all, everyone has a decent camera on their phones these days. How hard is it to snap a few photos?
Hiring a professional photographer is an investment. You’re paying for so much more than “a few photos.” You’re paying for years of education, experience, and unique talent and expertise. You wouldn’t pay just anyone to cut and style your hair or to fix your car, would you? You want someone who is knowledgeable and who can get the job done correctly and done well.
The same goes for photographers. While you want an experienced professional for any kind of photos you need, it’s especially important with newborn photography. Posed newborn photography requires training and knowledge on how to pose an infant safely. That’s not something you want to trust to an amateur! The wrong pose or a lack of care can actually hurt your child or even cause long-lasting damage, but a photographer certified in newborn posing can create adorable images while keeping your baby’s safety as their number one priority.
You’ve likely heard the phrase, “You get what you pay for.” If you opt for a “cheap” newborn photographer or a family friend who is just starting out, you likely won’t get the images you want. However, when you invest in a professional newborn photographer, you get so much for your money, including:
- A professional studio space, accessories and props
- Lighting expertise
- Years of experience and knowledge
- Safe, adorable poses
- Professional, high-quality editing of your images
- Quality wall art, albums and other prints and products
Running a successful, professional photography business costs a significant amount of money and is a full-time job for most photographers. And as a client and a parent, you want to work with someone who is focused on meeting your needs and creating images you will be thrilled to share with your friends and family.
A professional photographer is a storyteller. They capture the story of your family’s growth and love in a way you can visually see, freezing a moment in time and creating memories that your whole family will cherish.
While newborn photography session fees and collections may seem expensive, they are an investment that will increase in value as the years go by. As your child grows into a toddler and a teenager and even an adult, you will have their newborn images—and hopefully other photos as well—to look back on to remind you where this unique and special journey began. That’s something you simply cannot put a price on.
If you have any questions or inquiries feel free to contact us here or at rachel@rachelgregoryphoto.com. To book your newborn session head to our Newborn page!
