Why book your Newborn Session before baby's born? | Mooresville Studio Newborn Photographer11/4/2016 During your second trimester, you barely know what the baby's name will be so why do you keep hearing that you should book a newborn session at this time? I know, I know, it's early. You may still be working on your baby registry or just planning what to do this weekend, how can you think of booking a photographer for your baby that isn't going to be born for months?!? If you follow me on Facebook or Instagram, you know I preach about booking early. Why? Because babies don't always come when you think! The unpredictability of their arrivals as well as the fact that their sessions are more time consuming, including the prep/planning before the session, a 1-3 hour session, clean up after (think lots of laundry!) and several hours of editing, make it so that newborn photographers can only accept a limited number of newborns each month so that you get your gallery in a reasonable time. Booking early for a newborn session doesn't commit you to a date, but reserves the availability of your photographer. Once baby is born, then we set an actual date within the first 2 weeks of birth! What if my baby is born much earlier or has to stay in the NICU? Don't worry, it happens! Just be sure to keep in touch with your photographer so they know the baby is born as we mentally plan when we can get you scheduled as many photographers have to arrange for child care and work around other sessions and personal obligations. Once released from the hospital, you'll want to get in for a session as soon as you can, ideally within 1-2 weeks of release. Just know that sometimes older babies prefer to be wrapped and may not be as sleepy as you may see in your newborn photographer's portfolio and there is an increased risk for baby acne. What if you are just reading this now your baby is already born or due any day?!? Don't worry! Even though it's a messy job and working in a hot studio isn't for everyone, newborn photographers love their jobs, so we do what we can to get you in and if we can't we often have other photographers we can refer you to! So if you are reading this and realizing it's time to book, then please be sure to head to my portfolio and if my work is something you like, contact me so we can chat more!  Shannon Anderson Photography specializes in newborn, baby, child and family photography in the Charlotte and Lake Norman areas of North Carolina. Shannon has a home studio in Mooresville, NC available for newborns and young children and travels around the Charlotte area for outdoor and lifestyle sessions. To book a session please email Shannon at [email protected]
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If you’re one of many families preparing for a photo session with your children this fall, you may be feeling a bit apprehensive. Children aren’t always easy to deal with, which is why the below tips will definitely come in handy before your upcoming photo session. 1. Don't make a huge deal out of it. If you're stressed and cranky, your kids may pick up on it and act accordingly. Their behavior will usually be better if you are relaxed and having fun. You may have to make some compromises to keep the peace such as letting your energetic daughter's hair stay straight instead of curling it into because she won't sit still. Focus on the big picture and don't sweat the small stuff. 2. Make it fun. Let the kids have a couple “fun pictures” where they get to do what they want, like a silly face photo. Your photographer will keep them happy and in the age of digital, these can be deleted or your photographer may present them in a gallery to make the kids remember the fun session! This way everyone wins. If you are struggling to get your kids to sit still, turn the photo session into a game. Simon Says usually works like a charm. 3. Be prepared. If you're going to be out for several hours, ensure that your children are well rested and have had their nap. Bringing some snacks and activities along is also a great idea. Allow ample time for kids to wake up if they tend to fall asleep in the car. Do the kids sweat easily? Bring a towel or two (one wet in a baggie and one dry works great!) You never know when you might need something like bug spray, tissues or a first aid kit so might as well bring that along too! And a back up outfit is never a bad idea, especially if you have anyone in the family that has car sickness! 4. Be patient. Save your sanity by trying not to control the photo session too much. Sometimes the best photos come from kids just doing their own thing. A forced smile aren't always the best smiles, so just try and have fun and work with your photographer and your photos will look fantastic. 5. Have a chat. Get your children talking to both you and the photographer about topics such as school or their favorite songs. This allows them to feel more comfortable around your photographer and will also give your photographer a chance to capture a few candid and cute expressions. Many babies can even sing "If You're Happy and You Know It!" and kids love to talk about Halloween Costumes and things they want for Christmas!  Shannon Anderson Photography is a maternity, newborn, child and family photographer in the Charlotte and Lake Norman areas of North Carolina. Shannon specializes in studio newborns and has a home studio in Mooresville, NC available for newborns and young children and travels around the Lake Norman and Charlotte areas of North Carolina for outdoor and lifestyle sessions. To book a session please contact Shannon at [email protected]
Teaching a photography/camera class was something I have had in the back of my mind, but when several people were talking about where to take classes, I decided it was time to make the leap and I'm so glad I did! The class was fun to prepare for with preparing books for each attendee to keep to use as a reference in the future. I added some fun final touches with matching water bottles and camera cookies for each mom that attended. The class is very hands on and everyone was fiddling with their settings to find what was where but everyone was shooting on Manual by the time they left and know more about the other settings on the camera and when and how they should use them. One mom said, "This class will help you get to know your camera and teach you how to get off of the Auto setting. Shannon teaches in a relaxed and welcoming environment and her experience in the field of photography makes her well qualified to present the information. I enjoyed the class and would recommend it for anyone who is looking to do more with their DLSR camera." So if you have a new DSLR or even an old one and are still shooting on Auto and not getting the results you are hoping for, come to a class! We had a lot of fun and everyone left with a lot more knowledge and probably the desire to go buy some new lenses! Class requirements: - DSLR Camera with at least one lens - Camera Manual This class will last roughly 2.5 hours. Please allow for an additional 30 minutes, if necessary as it will be hands on which can take a little extra time! Cost of class is $125 and includes a book to take home! Class is limited to 8 moms. Click here to check the classes tab for the next class date!  Shannon Anderson Photography is a maternity, newborn, child and family photographer in the Charlotte and Lake Norman areas of North Carolina. Shannon specializes in studio newborns and has a home studio in Mooresville, NC available for newborns and young children and travels around the Lake Norman and Charlotte areas of North Carolina for outdoor and lifestyle sessions. To book a session please contact Shannon at [email protected]
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