By Kat Knuth, Top Longmont Newborn Photographer
One of the reasons I love newborn photography is because I love building sets. But if you don’t want to have a million props lying around or access to a studio, digital backgrounds and composites are the way to go!
In my previous post, I talked about compositing my daughter as a little mermaid. But this time, I went back and tried a couple things to composite some of my favorite newborn photography images.
First up:
I’m definitely getting better! Except for parts of the skirt, this is one of my best composites. I love the simplicity, the delicate lace, and the wood floor. I think though, this is a prop I would truly just like to own! Haha!
I wonder where I could get something like that lovely droopy lace. Do you think it’s a curtain or table cloth repurposed for a photo like this? That’s my guess and probably where I’d start researching.
Next up:
Another one of my better composites. But, again, I look at this and think, “well, I could just add a crate to my collection.” I could fill it with one of my dozens of newborn photography blankets. I could start collecting bouquets to accent it!
I think I’m just a newborn photography prop hoarder.
That’s okay. I’m not there yet. But doing photoshop exercises like this and learning new skills makes me want to be one!
For now, I’ll stick with my traveling studio and set up gorgeous sets in my client’s homes. This is more comfortable for my littlest Longmont newborn photography clients anyway. They can stay warm and cozy at home while I create meaningful art for their families.
I really love my job. *sigh*
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