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An Afternoon with Baby Maxx
Posted on September 1, 2011 by Aparna B. in PhotographyThis past weekend I had the pleasure of taking photos of mutual friends’ newborn. A few months ago, a friend of mine, who has a daughter I’ve taken photos of before, asked me if I would be willing to take photos of her best friend’s baby when it was born. She basically gifted a newborn photo session with me, to her, at her baby shower. I thought it was a very sweet idea.
Maxx ended up being born a week early on August 15. I obviously couldn’t take pictures the weekend of the 20th since I was getting married, but we agreed on this past weekend. He was only 2 weeks old. I have never taken a picture of a teeny little thing before! The youngest I’ve done is probably a month or two, I think.
Baby Maxx was pretty sleepy the entire day, and when he was awake, he wasn’t feeling it. So we had to work quickly to get some shots that his mom and dad would be happy with.
Beautiful new family
The classic shot ;)
I realized that I still have a lot to learn when it comes to newborn portraiture. I am a firm believer that you don’t need the expensive glass to make a photo work. It’s the photographer’s eye that makes the photo. Natural light always helps me and having that new flash has been a lifesaver. Ideally, I’d love to have about 3-4 amazing lenses, but I make do with what I have. However, I recognized quite quickly the areas in which I need to improve. It all comes with practice though! It also helps having friends let me take photos of them or take photos of their kids to help me improve.
I had a blast with Maxx and his parents though. They are beautiful parents and it’s clear as day how much they love and care for him. Thanks for letting me spend some time with you guys! <3
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Greetings from the Mitten State! I'm Aparna and I'm just your average Indian girl living in Ann Arbor with hubby and corgi loving life! I'm a vegetarian and strive to live healthy, but also have fun taking photos and traveling. I'm hoping to offer you healthy recipes, tips on vegetarianism and more. Thanks for stopping by!
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I am so impressed with your photos! I love each one! The baby is absolutely stunning and your pics – the lighting, the styling – everything is perfect!
Ugh! I’m sorry I missed this and haven’t responded yet. I am so bad at checking what pending comments there are. My apologies! <3 thank you for the nice compliments Jamie! <3
Aparna – I also wished you live closer, as I’d hire you for all of my photos! I bet you could do wonders with even two Lowel Ego Lights. You’re gifted, and these photos are simply amazing. You captured a new life beautifully and perfectly. :)
JEN! That might be one of the nicest compliments ever! Thank you! <3 I am definitely still learning, but I would love to maybe pursue this kind of thing full time in the long run. Thank you!! <3
Aparna, these photos are exquisite! You are so talented.
Aw, thank you Jen!! <3 I'm still learning, but I think I did a lot better this time around! :)
These photos are absolutely beautiful as usual, Aparna!
I too can’t wait to hear all about your wedding! SO exciting! A very belated CONGRATULATIONS TO YOU!
Thank you Diana!! <3 I can't wait to see the pictures from the wedding so I can share them with all of you! Stay tuned ;) hehe.
Awesome, I love them! If you lived closer I’d want you to take photos of my little one when she arrives. And congrats on getting married! Where is the recap???? :)
I’m waiting for the photos first before I do a recap of the wedding. But thanks for the congrats! <3 And OMG. I would totally take pics of your little one when she gets here! How are you feeling?