FAQs

I do get asked a lot of questions in regards to my work, here are some of the questions that get asked...

I'd love to have my newborn baby photographed, what does the photo session involve?
I love photographing newborns, most of the photographs that are featured in my portfolio are babies that are under 2 weeks of age or younger. This enables those precious shots of baby sleeping. Babies have their own schedule, and I allow for soothing, feedtimes, and changes during the session.

Having said that, not all babies are the same, I can at times achieve the same posed shots with 3 and 6 week newborns! It really just depends on baby.

When is the best age to photograph my newborn baby?
The best age is between 7 and 14 days old. Newborn babies during this age are less disturbed whilst sleeping, and after two weeks baby ‘acne’ and colic tend to flare up after this time.

Do you photograph any other babies at different ages?
I do! My reasons for photographing newborn babies under 2 weeks old enables me to obtain the most effective poses that clients have seen in my portfolio, at this early age they are still very curly and sleepy. I do photograph babies at 6-9 months old, when they are starting to sit up, have interaction, and their personality is really coming through, and I also photograph babies/toddlers from 12-18 months and older where they are most active, but this takes on a more photojournalistic element in photos, which shows their lively personalities!

Do you hold all your photo sessions in your studio?
I do love to shoot out on location whenever possible, so the sessions can be varied, but the weather normally is a factor, so the studio is a perfect base! I photograph in natural light, and I know my studio well. My studio also consists of various props and it’s very quiet to enable clients and their children/babies to feel relaxed and comfortable.

What is the dress code for photo sessions?
Keep it simple! For children especially, no logos. Layered neutral clothing works great, muted colours and bare feet! Newborns look just adorable as they are in their birthday suits, but I normally cover the nappy when wrapped for a better effect. For adults, whichever is comfortable, avoid clashing colours or patterned clothing, jeans and plain tops are best. For Babybump sessions, again comfort is the key! Avoid patterned clothing, but make sure its close-fitting, the aim of the photosession is to capture that all important bump!

What can I expect from you as a photographer on our photo session?
Well, expect the unexpected! No two photo sessions are the same! What I am expecting is that you/your child[ren] to have fun above all! I don't have expectations of what you and your child[ren] should do, i.e. sit or stand still, smile at all times. Especially children, they should act like children, I expect them to run around, play, laugh out loud, and that is what I am aiming to capture. Parents too can relax, just enjoy the experience. Just trust that I can capture that moment during your photosession, to get those images that drew you to my work in the first place.

I really enjoyed the photo session, I'm so excited to see the photographs! When will I get to see them?
Normal process for portrait work is 1-2 weeks, you will receive your own unique password to your client gallery to view the photographs.

We have placed an order for our photographs! When can I expect to receive them?
Once print payment is made in full. (Orders will not be placed until payment is made in full). I ask that you allow upto 2-4 weeks for your prints, especially any bespoke orders such as large prints, canvasses or photoblocks. For coffee table albums will take approx 6-8 weeks.

What payment methods do you accept?
I accept payment via Paypal. All bookings for your photo session will not be confirmed until your photo session order is made in full.

Do you offer Gift Cards?
Yes, I do. I have clients in the past who have bought gift cards for relatives or parents birthdays, anniversaries, even for a Christmas present. Also partners who have bought their wives/partners a ‘bump to baby’ package, which I think is a nice idea for expectant mother’s-to-be. Purchasers will receive a gift card with the receipients name, information will also be sent within the card. Please note: gift cards will be valid for twelve months from the date of issue, please book early to ensure a date is available.

Any other questions you don't see here, you are more than welcome to e-mail me at studio@shereebphotography.com and I will be happy to answer your questions!