Bright eyes. Sleepy smiles. Curly fingers and toes. Those are some of the things we hope for in newborn photo sessions. And when it comes down to it, this newborn boy photo shoot did not disappoint! Baby Tiolu provided some irresistibly adorable shots during his newborn session. Tiolu did not come alone to his session, either. Accompanied by his mom, Taara, and his dad, Michael, the whole family came in to the Cedar Park studio to celebrate their growing family.
Take a peek at this little one’s big day!
Expecting a little boy of your own? I’m an Austin newborn photographer, and my Leander studio is where sessions like this one happen.
Meet The Family!
Taara, Michael, and Tiolu came to the studio with a general idea for the type of session they would want. We expanded on their ideas to make it a simple (but adorable), family-oriented session that focused on their little cutie!
Taara and Michael were a wonderful couple to work with. They were so excited about the session, and so full of love for one another and their newborn son! Both were eager to take posing direction as we took their portraits, wanting to preserve this memory for their collective futures. They are beautiful people, inside and out. Tiolu is so lucky!
Like I often do, I took photos with the couple together and separately. We started out with parent photos, because often baby needs a little help to get to sleep when they first get into the studio. In these photos with Michael, you can see Tiolu slowly starting to nod off. With how sweet Tiolu’s dad is with him, I can imagine why! It’s so lovely to watch that connection between parents and their babies happening in real time.
When Tiolu got to take photos with his mom, that’s when the snoozing happened! Taara’s photos with Tiolu are so beautiful. Her smile was radiant, and she looked like such a proud mama in her photos. We did several different types of portraits, including the popular “birds-eye view” shot.
A Classic Newborn Boy Photo Shoot
Eventually, as you can see, Mr. Tiolu slept for the rest of his photoshoot. Don’t get me wrong. Tiolu was so sweet the whole time, even while awake, but once we got him asleep, he was a gem. We did manage to get a few really cute photos of Tiolu with his eyes open. He had these bright, dark eyes that were so beautiful. We made sure to do some close-up shots of this little guy when his eyes were open!
While I loved doing this newborn baby photo shoot with Taara and Michael, I also am such a huge fan of doing solo baby shots, because I get to use my tiny little newborn props! The little beds are some of my favorites. Tiolu had his little tongue out the whole time, which was adorable. I love the photo of him in the bottom right corner of the montage above, with his little tongue sticking out and his cute smile.
Not all cute newborn photos involve props. Some of my favorites of Tiolu are these simple ones below, where we have him posed on a beige background. Of course, I had to get a few shots of him with the little prop teddy bear.
Taking and going through all these photos was a delight, and I am so happy for Taara and Michael for the addition of their newest little family member. Sending out a big thanks to them for stopping by the studio!
Common Questions About a Newborn Boy Photo Shoot
When is the best time for a newborn photo shoot?
The first two weeks are the sweet spot. Babies are sleepiest and curl most easily into those tucked poses in that window. Tiolu was right in it. If your baby is already past two weeks, reach out anyway, because I photograph older newborns all the time and we adjust the posing to fit. Here is how I think about timing.
What should we bring to a newborn boy photo shoot?
Bring your baby, a full belly, and an extra outfit for yourselves. That is genuinely it. Wraps, bonnets, headbands, bed props, and backdrops all live at the studio. If you have a blanket from a grandparent or a special outfit you want in the frame, bring that too and we will work it in.
Can parents and siblings be in the photos?
Yes, and I plan on it. Taara and Michael were in a good chunk of Tiolu’s gallery, and those frames are the ones families come back to. We usually start with parent photos while baby settles, then move to solo shots once he is asleep. Older siblings are welcome, and we photograph them early while their patience is still full.
How long does a newborn session take?
Plan on two to three hours. Newborns set the pace, and that time covers feeding, soothing, outfit changes, and the unhurried breaks that keep everyone comfortable. You will never be rushed out the door.
Do you use props, or keep it simple?
Both, in the same session. Tiny beds and baskets are some of my favorites, and Tiolu got the full treatment. Some of my favorite frames from his gallery are the plain ones on a beige backdrop with a small teddy bear. Tell me which look you are drawn to and we will weight the session that way.
How soon will we get the photos?
Quickly, and I give you the exact timeline the day we book. If you have a deadline like family flying in or birth announcements going out, say so up front and we will build the schedule around it.
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