This wrap and bonnet set is a recent addition to the studio collection and it’s already earning its place. There’s something about the texture and the little frill on the bonnet that sits in that vintage territory without tipping into fussy which is a tricky balance to get right.

a newborn baby in a cream wrap and bonnet in a floral cream themed photo shoot

A lot of my newborn work is shot against darker backdrops, especially when props are involved. But light tones work just as well, and this session is a good example of that. Cream wrap, cream bonnet, the white fluff blanket I’ve had since I started out, cream florals, and a soft beige backdrop. Everything quiet, everything cohesive.

The overhead angle shows the whole composition off properly, the circular basket, the fur spilling out around it, the florals tucked in at the side. It’s one of those setups where everything is earning its place in the frame.

She slept beautifully throughout. A good session.

Newborn Photography in East Grinstead

The best time for your baby’s newborn session is between five and ten days old, when they’re at their sleepiest and curliest and those calm, natural images come easiest. I’d recommend booking while you’re still pregnant, so we can pencil in a provisional date and adjust once your baby arrives.

Your session takes place in my warm, cosy studio in Crawley Down, designed with your baby’s comfort in mind. Sessions are relaxed and unrushed, and include three digital images of your choice for £95. There’s no sales session, just a private online gallery where you can view and choose your favourites in your own time.