Hi! I'm Claire, It's Lovely To Meet You.
It’s said so often that it has become a cliché (but like most clichés, it’s said because it’s true): they really do grow up so quickly. This applies even more when babies are brand new, the first few days and weeks of a baby’s life are so precious yet it all goes by in a flash. I approach every photo session with the thought that I am capturing these early moments so you will have them to remember for years to come, long after the sleepless nights and late feeds are past.
Using only natural light and simple surroundings we will create beautiful, timeless images of your new baby all in your own home. After all, that’s where new babies (and parents!) feel most comfortable. I’m based in Arklow, Co. Wicklow but I will travel within an hour of my home to photograph babies from throughout the country.
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Natural, unposed, authentic images capturing a fleeting moment in time
See My PortfolioFrequently Asked Questions
01. WHAT’S THE BEST AGE TO PHOTOGRAPH?
The best time to photograph your newborn baby is during the first 10 days of his or her life. This is a very special time because they are changing so quickly and it’s important to remember all those little details: their tiny toes, their wrinkled skin, their newborn cry. However! Don’t worry if your baby is a little bit older, I love capturing all ages.
02. WHEN SHOULD I BOOK A SESSION?
If you have a due date you can book your session using that date as a guide. Once your baby is born we’ll schedule it as soon as you’re ready. If you’ve already had your baby, get in touch with me to check availability. The important thing is to get your name down as early as possible.
03. WHAT WILL HAPPEN AT MY SESSION?
All sessions will take place in your own home, I work exclusively with natural light so don’t worry about space. Home is where babies are most comfortable during those early days and so the session will revolve around baby’s schedule with plenty of breaks for feeding and changing. There’s no rush, expect sessions to last 1-2 hours.
04. WHAT If My Baby Cries/needs to feed?
After many years of photographing babies, it’s rare that a baby doesn’t cry or need a feed during our session. There’s no need to worry, there will be no rush or panic and we will take as many breaks for feeds or cuddles as baby needs. The main thing is to relax…I have a few tricks up my sleeve that I’ve learned along the way.
05. WHAT SHOULD WE WEAR?
Babies look their best in something simple, like a plain white onesie or something similar. If you are going to be in the photos wear something casual and simple, try to avoid bright pink or black and anything with a logo.
06. CAN OUR BABY’S BROTHER AND/OR SISTER BE INCLUDED IN THE PHOTOS?
The session will be focused on your baby and I will be concentrating on getting photographs of him or her to start but if you have older children then I’m happy to include them (if they’re willing!). Usually, these photographs are kept as relaxed as possible and if big brother or sister is in the 1-2 year age range then photos tend to be less posed and more photo-journalistic in style.
07. DO YOU BRING PROPS?
I have found that simple backdrops and uncluttered unposed images are what I love about newborn work and these are the images that will remain timeless. I will bring some plain blankets and a bean bag in case we need them and I love to include some of your own blankets, especially if they are meaningful to you.
08. WHEN WILL WE SEE OUR IMAGES?
Approx 2 weeks after your session I will upload your edited images to a password-protected gallery online which you can share with whoever you like. This online gallery comes with its own shopping cart and easy ordering system so your friends and family can order their own prints and their photographs will be delivered directly to them.