Sweet baby girl and big sister | Washington D.C. newborn photographer
“A new baby marks the beginnings of all things – wonder, hope, and a beautiful dream of possibilities.”
I absolutely adored this session with the sweetest baby girl and her “big” sister! I think it is obvious that this little sister is loved beyond measure!
2-week-old baby boy | Washington D.C. photography studio
This handsome little guy came to my studio when he was 2 weeks old. He was a good little sleeper, so we were able to capture his sweetness in quite a large variety of shots. (I was excited that his mama loved plaids as much as I do!) When he woke up near the end of his session, however, I was also happy to sneak in an “awake” shot of his bright eyes…I just love his sweet little expression — that wrinkled forehead!! (See the final image.)
I couldn’t be happier for this precious boy’s mom and dad — congratulations, C & R!
I adored this 8-day-old little beauty’s newborn session. Not only was she sweet as can be, but she was one of the happiest newborns I have ever met, with the biggest baby smiles! I think that I may have even captured a laugh (see image #11)! And because she was such a good little sleeper, too, we were able to capture a wide variety of images, including the ones below, which are some of my favorites from her session.
Although it is hard to choose a single favorite (because, seriously, how gorgeous is this little girl?!), I am partial to the first image below, which incorporates fresh flowers and one of her mama’s favorite colors. I *LOVE* collaborating with clients to create unique images that are special or meaningful to them. 
Congratulations to this wonderful family!
A month or so ago (I am terrible at keeping up with blogging, but I’m trying!), this sweet boy and his family traveled more than an hour and a half to my studio to have me capture their newborn portraits…such an honor for me! He was a sleepy little guy (check out his impossibly adorable little yawns below!), but we caught him in a few precious awake moments also.
This little boy is SO loved by his family, and I couldn’t be happier for them!
Newborn photography retouching – behind the scenes
I am a professional newborn photographer in the Washington, D.C. area (Potomac, MD) specializing in custom fine art newborn and children’s portraits. As most of you would likely surmise, that means that I get to spend a good deal of my time snuggling and photographing brand new babies. (Best job ever!) What might be less obvious, however, is the fact that I actually spend far more time each week engaging in behind-the-scenes work than I do pressing the shutter button on my camera. Wholly separate from the plethora of responsibilities associated with running a small business — which is a topic for another blogpost — there is quite a bit of “invisible” work that goes into creating the newborn portraits that I ultimately deliver to my clients, ranging from the styling and set up for each session to the final editing and retouching of images.
A few days ago, I was having a conversation with a non-photographer friend about my work schedule, and she expressed surprise regarding the amount of time that I devote to each of my portrait sessions and, more particularly, to the post-processing of images from each session. It occurred to me then that there is no reason why anyone other than a newborn photographer would be familiar with the work associated with editing and retouching newborn images. After all, many moons ago, before I was a photographer, I just assumed that photographers could upload images to Photoshop, push a button, and voila – perfect portraits! I was pretty disappointed to learn that Photoshop doesn’t actually work that way. 😉 In any event, I thought that some of you might be interested in a little behind-the-scenes peek into the world of newborn photography retouching.
Depending on the extent of retouching required, I might spend anywhere from 5 minutes to 40 minutes editing one single image! Why?
All newborns are perfect, but NO newborn has perfect skin. The vast majority of newborns have uneven skin tones and areas of redness or splotches; many have acne or eczema; many have flaky skin. And newborns quite commonly have tiny fingers and toes that, while impossibly adorable, are also shades of purple, red, and gray.
And, on occasion, I might go just a little bit crazy with my camera angle, and need to correct the image accordingly (including extension of the background).
In addition, little fixes — such as the removal of visible portions of a baby’s diaper — are often required. Although I try to ensure that everything is as close to perfect as possible before I push the shutter button to capture the photo, sometimes a correction during the session isn’t worth the risk of waking the baby.
After viewing the above image, you might ask why I don’t just remove the baby’s actual diaper and forego the potential of having to edit out portions of the diaper in the final image….
Diaper lines imprinted on baby’s skin! 🙂
And, finally, there are particular poses and particular situations in which I have an assistant monitor or support the baby for safety reasons. As should be the case with any newborn photographer, my absolute highest priority during any newborn session is the safety of the baby. 
If you enjoyed this glimpse into newborn photography retouching, leave me a comment below! If there is any interest, I may share some additional behind-the-scenes posts!
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My Fall/Winter calendar is open for newborn sessions! If you are expecting and are thinking about newborn portraits for your little one, let’s chat!
It is best to book your newborn session 2-3 months before your due date to ensure availability and to allow for plenty of time to plan your session.
Get in touch——> tina@tinakraftsphotography.com
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Did you know that all of my portrait sessions include a design appointment, at which we can view *your* images on *your* wall spaces and design heirloom albums and other keepsakes, all customized to your specific tastes and needs?
I am passionate about helping clients *print* and enjoy their beautiful images so that they aren’t just living on their phones and computers!
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Those first few weeks with a newborn baby are one of the most extraordinary and fleeting seasons of your life. In a matter of just a few weeks, tiny features begin to change, little toes and fingers uncurl, sleepy snuggles give way to longer periods of alertness, and the little one you longed to meet begins growing rapidly before your eyes.
This chapter passes so quickly that many of these precious details fade from memory. Newborn photography helps to preserve those memories, however…long after your baby has outgrown your arms, these images will bring you back to the awe, love, and joy at the beginning of your family’s story. ❤️
To book your newborn session, contact me at
Tina@tinakraftsphotography.com or visit my website:www.tinakraftsphotography.com
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For the last decade, I have been almost exclusively photographing newborns and babies. Over the last year, however, I have reintroduced various types of portrait sessions, including children, family, and pet sessions.
Among these “new” portrait offerings is one that has quickly become one of my favorites: fine art children’s portraits. These portraits are thoughtfully crafted images that are designed to capture the beauty and emotion of childhood in a timeless way. These sessions importantly allow your kids the opportunity to dress up and feel special, encouraging confidence and allowing their unique personalities to shine. The ultimate result is heirloom-quality artwork for your home that preserves a season of your child’s life. 🤍
Reach out for more information! tina@tinakraftsphotography.com
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Did you know that I offer *both* posed *and* lifestyle (as well as hybrid) newborn portrait sessions at my Washington D.C. area studio?
Those first days with your new baby are filled with fleeting moments you`ll never want to forget, and there are beautiful ways to preserve them through newborn photography. Lifestyle newborn sessions focus on capturing natural moments with your family in a relaxed environment, highlighting authentic connections, cuddles, and the beauty of everyday life with your new baby. Posed newborn sessions are more carefully styled, with your baby gently and safely guided into timeless poses that highlight every precious little detail, creating beautiful heirloom portraits you`ll treasure for years to come. As a photographer experienced in both styles, I love offering families the freedom to choose the experience that feels most like them (or even the best of both worlds - a hybrid session!). Whether you envision heartfelt, documentary-style images or beautifully crafted portraits, my goal is to create photographs that not only document how your baby looked, but preserve your memories of this extraordinary season of your life.
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