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Painless Baby Portraits

Secrets to Getting Great Photographs of Baby

By Alexandria Powell

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Why do parents sometimes dread having professional photographs made of their babies? Well, it can be a challenge.

"Babies [can be] difficult subjects to shoot because they hate bright lights, strangers, sets and about everything else that goes with getting a professional picture taken," says Peter Gallanis, a dad of two from Crystal Lake, Ill. "I don't have a single professional baby picture of one of my kids without tears in their eyes!"

But if you're gearing up for your little one's first photo shoot, don't worry. There are ways to make it easier. Finding the right photographer or studio, timing and planning the session just right and being prepared for anything can lead to a happier experience – and hopefully tear-free photos. Here are the secrets to making your baby's portrait experience something to smile about.

Selecting a Photographer
Looking for a photographer? Choose one that fits your family's needs, style and budget.

Start by asking around, says Rosemary Rideout, a photographer based in Gilroy, Calif., who specializes in portraits of babies and children. A word-of-mouth recommendation from another parent who was thrilled with a photographer's work goes a long way. But if you don't have anyone to ask, try searching online. Doing a search for "child photographer" in your area will usually pull up several options. In addition, viewing a photographer's Web site also will give you a chance to see examples of their work.

Do you want to use a solo photographer or go with a larger high-volume studio? A solo photographer may have a studio, but these days many are just as likely to do location work, bringing the studio to you. "I like to go to the child's home or other familiar place and photograph them in their environment," says Bryce Vickmark, a photographer and photojournalist in Boston, Mass.


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