with The Fitzroys Photography
HELLO, I'm one of very few newborn photographers in Melbourne that specialise in a more natural, baby led style of newborn photography. I hope you have a cup of tea and are sitting comfortably, as this page includes comprehensive information about the experience as well as my approach to each of my sessions - and will take some time to go through.
My work is pretty pure and simple. This is no accident – I firmly believe that newborn babies don’t need very much to add to look and I am not drawn to use lots of props or gimmicky costumes. I follow a really easy flowing combination of loosely guided poses and candid/natural photography focusing on your individual family and the love you have for each other and your new baby. I am a natural light photographer & I create true and honest memories for my families.
My work and images are UNSCRIPTED.
I practice and believe in baby-led posing and child-led sessions, focusing on the beautiful, tiny details and natural movements which are so unique and special. I want you to be able to look at images of your children years later and be flooded with emotions and memories, as you are seeing them just as they were.
I work primarily with muted and natural colours, lovely fabric textures and have a selection of simple props to add on to the range of the images.
I am happy to include items that are special to you and your baby such as family teddy bears or quilts. If you have an item you would like included please let me know.
I recommend newborn sessions be held 5-14 days after your baby’s birth. A baby this age will generally curl up in to those fetal-like positions naturally, sleep longer and don’t startle as easily.
I want you to be able to look at images of your children years later and be flooded with emotions and memories, as you are seeing them just as they were.
All of the newborn photos that I capture will be as unique as your baby
Each session is different – some babies sleep through the entire thing, others are awake. Either way we will be able to capture some beautiful images that represent this amazing time. I have no expectations of your baby, they don’t understand that you are investing in this opportunity to capture beautiful moments. If your baby cries or is unsettled on the day we stop and calm the baby for as long as needed. At the end of the day, the way your baby acts is a representation of them and that is what we are aiming to capture.
The Mini Photoshoot goes for one hour and includes parents and sibling shots and is very relaxed and natural. You can expect minimum of 20 images from your session. I include high–resolution digital format images that are accessible through your temporary personal gallery, so you have the option of creating artwork in your home or beautiful albums at your own leisure. Of course you are also able to download these high - resolution images to your computer to keep forever.
And finally, your images come with a beautiful print, as I believe the printed elements in my parcel is a huge part of the experience of appreciating excellent quality. As a part of your photo experience with me, I will provide you with a clothing style inspiration- something you may find interesting when planning on what to wear. The reason behind this is to ensure your images will stand the test of time and not date. I believe this is very important as deciding on clothing can make the difference to an ok image to something really special.
When I am buying something I like to know the full cost before I make a decision
That's why my pricing is always a flat fee and you get all of your digital files (no confusing packages!)
IN A NUT:
I offer a transparent and straightforward collection which includes: your experienced and dedicated photographer;
beautiful physical print that you select yourself; and the files so that you can print for yourself, family or friends for many years to come.
MINI STUDIO NEWBORN PHOTOGRAPHY SESSION | $750
Prices effective January 1st, 2020– June 30th, 2020
The Newborn session studio experience include:
A style & wardrobe consultation
One hour session in my studio in Melbourne North-East
Simple baby-led posing with a natural feel (includes sibling and parent portraits)
All digital files included (high resolution jpg), minimum of 20 images
Final images ready within 40 - 60 days
Some of the images will be supplied in a Black & White
Temporary password protected online gallery for downloading images
12x12 inch fine art four image collage print, personally designed using images from your session
Packaged and delivered to you
$50 credit towards your photo book
Note: all-inclusive pricing includes sibling and parent portraits but does not include extended family due to the additional shooting and editing time required. For additional family members, please add $150/person
your memories printed
Below is an example of what you will receive in your parcel. It’s so incredibly beautiful and the quality is the absolute best. I believe in prints and memories you can physically hold in your hands and admire. Your parcel will make you appreciate excellent quality and without it the newborn session experience wouldn't be complete.
I also offer albums and larger print options. Simply be in touch for more information.
booking requirements
To proceed with a booking, please confirm your due date with THE FITZROYS PHOTOGRAPHY. This is crucial to secure your date because we only take limited number of clients per month.
Payment of a $100 deposit (deducted from the total) secures your session with THE FITZROYS PHOTOGRPAHY. Final payment is due the week of your session. Deposit is non-refundable. For Maternity & Newborn bundle payment of $200 deposit secures both dates.
All sessions booked within two weeks before the shoot date will require full payment upfront.
Wondering what it's like to work with me? feel free to take look at the KIND WORDS page with notes from my clients.
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If this kind of newborn shoot sounds right up your street, then I would love to hear from you!
Any questions? Please don’t hesitate to check in, I am always keen to help in any way I can.
Regardless of whether you bring me along for this special day or not, your interest in my work is greatly appreciated and I thank you :)
Aga x
faq's
what’s included?
All sessions are all inclusive. This means you don't have to choose a certain number of images for a price, you just get the entire gallery through temporary personal gallery ready to make prints, canvas' or anything you wish.
I believe the printed element in my parcel is a huge part of the experience of appreciating excellent quality and there is nothing quite like touching and feeling the physical print. Therefore your session come with a beautiful 12x12 inch fine art print. It will be delivered to your home directly.
how many images do i get?
This one is a little difficult to establish before, but in general family and newborn you will get a very minimum of 20 images. The number of images is dependent on how the session goes but I will do my absolute best to get as many as I can for you.
session time & duration
Mini Newborn Sessions and are shot in the mornings (usually start at 10AM) for an hour of shooting time.
HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO RECEIVE OUR IMAGES?
My turn-a-round time to receive your gallery is 40-60 days. If your booking was made as a last minute arrangement, you will be advised of current lead times and can expect short delay outside of the above turnaround. Your chosen printed products are usually back and posted to your doorstep on average within 2 weeks after your selection is submitted back to me.
can i book for the newborn lifestyle home session at the weekend?
The weekend morning sessions can be arranged on request. Normally this is the time I spent with my own little family, however I understand that taking a day off during the week for your session is not always possible. Saturday morning sessions are subject to an additional fee of $150.
why do babies need to be so young when you photograph them?
The images you see of a dreamy, sleepy & curly baby are babies that are typically under 2 weeks old. At around 2 weeks, babies tend to be more alert and are developing newborn acne. So that scrumptious sleepy head you gave birth to changes that quickly. Hard to believe I know, but you’ll see.
i didn’t have newborn photos of my first born but would like to for my second baby. should i perhaps wait until the baby is 5 months old which was the age we did them with my first born?
I’d recommend doing a newborn session this time around. You can never regret doing it, as you don’t get the time back. It’s as much about looking back at the time of you as parents of a newborn, and about your first born becoming an older sibling as well as the baby as well. It’s a precious time that slips through your fingers, and I would give anything to go back for just a minute with my newborn baby.
I HAVE OLDER CHILDREN – CAN THEY BE INCLUDED IN MY NEWBORN SESSION?
Absolutely, yes. We invite them to join in at the very end of the session. Please where possible, plan for the older children to be brought in by a friendly family member around 15 mins before the end of the session, after we have finished taking the photographs of baby and parents.
what should i wear and how do i prepare?
All clients that book in with me receive a welcome guide that includes all this handy information!
do you do albums?
Yes. I offer beautiful minimalistic style photo books & linen albums.
will you do larger format printing?
Yes, I can offer up to 40×30″ prints and I have an Australian framer whom I use if your desire is to have your prints displayed.
do you do vouchers?
I only offer vouchers to those that are already booked in with me. So if you have a friend that’s booked me already for their newborn session and you would like to contribute to their session, I’m more than happy to help.
I strictly do not do gift vouchers for people who have not booked in with me themselves.
do you do payment plans?
No, I don’t offer payment plans however clients are welcome to pay in instalments before their session if it helps.
what do we do if my baby is unwell?
I take all the precautions to limit any risk of spreading infections. Please notify me as soon as there is a suspicion that you or your baby might feel unwell. If your baby presents as unwell on the day of the shoot, we will also need to reschedule. We will reschedule your session for a new session spot at a later stage or as close to the original date as possible! This also applies to me, I will not take any chances and in event feel under the weather, your session will be moved until it is safe for me to get back to work.
safe session
I hope this puts your mind at ease knowing that to update my training I recently spent the day refreshing my First Aid and CPR.
I can say:
- I have a working with children check
- I am whooping cough vaccinated
- I have had flu booster this season
- I am insured
- I am trained in CPR & First Aid (baby, children & and adults)
- I have completed workshop on Newborn Safety and received training on Workplace Health and Safety Legislation/Regulations
Your baby and your family are my number one priority.