Why invest in custom photography?
I have watched my children grow so quickly and feel a sense of urgency to record and capture as many memories as possible. When my second daughter was just a few months old, I was reminded of how quickly that newborn stage goes by. It can be hard to enjoy it like we want to with all the sleepless nights and days devoted completely to a tiny little person, but I found myself thinking that you will only get to experience it for yourself a few months out of your entire lifetime...and the same really goes for any part of your kids’ childhood. You will never regret making the investment to capture those precious moments and intricate details that will no doubt bring all of the memories and emotions you got to experience with that stage of life flooding back.
When you pay for a session you’re not just paying me to click a button on an expensive camera. You’re paying for beautifully lit, meticulously styled, expertly posed, and professionally edited images. You’re paying for perfectly exposed creamy skin, the use of beautiful, custom, handmade (expensive!) props, backdrops, furs, accessories, wraps, etc. Each newborn photo represents countless hours learning posing and soothing techniques and many hours spent designing beautiful setups for each session that will photograph well.
When you book with me you can rest assured that I never over-book and am happy to take my time and do my very best to get all of the shots we planned for. You will receive my undivided attention and meticulous attention to detail.
I look forward to meeting you and helping you to capture your little one's first year!
payment details
To secure a spot on the Bella Rose Portraits calendar a session fee is due in full to reserve a spot. This session fee does not include any print products or digital files, which are purchased separately after the session takes place. We will go over all of of the package and pricing options during your complimentary pre-session consultation.
There is a minimum investment of $1000 required for all sessions.
newborn portraits
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
For a successful newborn session, please plan for it to take place during the first 14 days after birth. Booking before your third trimester is highly recommended to ensure a spot!
PRICING DETAILS
*$199 session fee covers the time and talent of the photographer--pre-session consulting, 2-4 hours of shooting time at my home studio, and an in-person reveal session where you will make your image and product choices from your gallery. Print Products/Digital images are sold separately. All props and accessories are provided. Parents and siblings may be included for an additional $65 fee.
WHAT TO BRING
Don’t forget to bring extra diapers, wipes, burp-cloths, a cozy blanket to keep the baby warm during set changes, a pacifier, and anything you will need to feed the baby when needed.
Don’t forget those little details! Make sure parent’s hands are manicured nicely if they will be in any shots, etc. Additional tips will be emailed before your session.
baby portraits
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
In addition to newborn sessions, I also offer older newborn (1-2 months), roller (3-5 months), sitter (6-9 months) and a first birthday session with cake smash and bubble bath.
PRICING DETAILS
*$199 session fee covers the time and talent of the photographer--pre-session consulting, at least 30-60 minutes of shooting time at my home studio, and an in-person or Zoom reveal session where you will make your image and product choices from your gallery. Print Products/Digital images are sold separately. Access to my extensive client closet is included.
WHAT TO BRING
Be prepared to nurse or give a bottle to reset a fussy baby during the session.
It may also be helpful to have your child’s favorites (book, toy, blanket, person, etc.) on hand as well as a non-messy snack to keep the baby content and smiling.
WHAT TO BRING {cake smash/bubble bath session}
A 6" two-layered cake, a sippy cup or bottle with water or milk (cake is sweet!), a towel, and some cute PJ's with a favorite stuffie pacifier if used.
maternity portraits
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Looking to have that beautiful baby bump captured before your little bundle arrives? Bella Rose Portraits now offers in-studio fine art maternity sessions! A few outdoor pictures are included as well, weather permitting.
Maternity sessions are only available when booked in conjunction with a newborn session--perfect for families looking for a consistent look in their portraits.
PRICING DETAILS
*$499 newborn/maternity session fee includes access to my client closet (and a dress fitting appointment), the time and talent of the photographer--an in person or Zoom pre-session consultation, one hour of studio maternity shooting time (mom only), roughly 2-4 hours of newborn shooting time, and two in-person reveal sessions where you will make your product choices from your fully edited image galleries (one for maternity, one for newborn). Print Products/Digital images are sold separately. Dads and/or siblings may be included in a few shots for an additional $100 fee (includes a few immediate family shots during the newborn session as well).
WHAT TO BRING
This is the perfect time to treat yourself to hair and makeup! You will need nude seamless maternity underwear and a well-fitting, supportive nude strapless bra for most maternity gowns.
Don’t forget those little details! Make sure hands are manicured, skin is moisturized, eyebrows are groomed, legs are shaved, hairbands and watches are removed from wrists, etc.! Be careful to avoid too much sun exposure and fake tans before your session as well.