Knitting Your Own Props for Newborns

One of the genres of photography that is experiencing massive growth and demand is newborn photography. I’m sure at some point, you have seen a tiny baby wrapped up tightly in a piece of cloth, laying in a basket, or propped up onto their tiny hands while they sleep. There is a huge advantage to […]

Photo of the Day: Liam

Category: Children Photograph: Liam by Ryan Shepard Ryan’s image has wonderful connection. He captured the little boy’s expression at just the right moment and as a viewer, I feel it is engaging and makes me want to return his smile. Originally shared on the Photofocus Facebook community, right here. To learn how your work can be featured on the […]

Using Flag Scarves for Newborn Portraits

Newborn photography has become very popular in recent years, and in that genre, there have been many trends. Styles range from simple and minimalistic, to highly stylized with props and backdrops. Most recently, I have noticed a trend with flags being used to wrap up or hold newborns. This is very popular with families in the […]

Finding Your Niche

Editor’s Note: We’d like to welcome Nicci Widener.  She’s a photographer and a mother of 3 from the Pacific Northwest.  She first picked up a camera when her oldest child was born in 1998 but made the decision to make it a career in 2006. Please welcome her in the comments below. Everyone has a story about how […]