The LOVE letters prop, how it came into the studio, and why a dark backdrop and brown colour palette made for the perfect wall art opportunity.

Lilac and dark wood - one of my favourite colour combinations, and a note on why I'd rather reflect your style than my own.

The birth announcement prop set works with almost any studio setup - a popular keepsake and a practical way to share your news.

A neutral tones newborn session for a family I'd last photographed at their wedding - and the first outing for the wooden LOVE letters.

Sibling shots at newborn sessions work best at the end, with a fresh child and a settled baby - here's why, and what to do when they're too small to hold your newborn.