One of the first questions clients will ask me, is “How long have you been doing photography?” My short answer is: “Since 2010" For almost 13 years, I have been using my camera to develop, learn, and grow in this incredible industry. Specifically, over the past five years, I have never missed an opportunity to invest in education. Whether it be in-person workshops, seminars, or mentorships, I’ve found it more than rewarding to be able to offer clients only the best and most sought practices in my business. Newborn photography safety is my NUMBER ONE priority, and my education reflects that fea ..read more

Your newborn session is booked, now what? Together, we’ve established your favorite colors, the colors that you prefer in your artwork to match baby’s nursery and your home, props that you’d like used, and many other things, but what else can you do to prepare for a successful newborn session? I’ve put together some helpful tips that are proven to help you and your newborn prepare for a beautiful session. BEFORE YOUR SESSION If you are breastfeeding, try to avoid any spicy or gas-inducing foods for at least 24 hours before your session. It is best to stick with a bland diet to ensure that ba ..read more

The beautiful heirloom quality photographic prints available through J. Anne Designs Photography are customizable to fit you and your family. With a variety of framing and sizing options to select from, you will have a perfectly curated display of your beautiful family for you to enjoy each and every day. Knowing which sizes to print can be overwhelming at times. What sizes should I order for a wall collage? How many portraits should I start with if I want to continue adding portraits as my children grow? Do canvas prints and framed prints complement each other? Do framed prints require a mat ..read more

Trying to find that perfect photographer to capture your sweet little bundle can sometimes be a daunting task. There are amazing photographers who all have their own niche, and the best way to discover whether or not you will fit into a client/photographer relationship is to find a photographer who’s style reflects your interests, and ask questions. This Q&A is more geared towards some of the questions you may have once you have established your photographer, and are preparing for your session day. As a photographer, I often find myself taking for granted the fact that clients know how ea ..read more

Take the picture WITH them. Nine months of growing that beautiful little human inside of you, and within days of coming home from the hospital, you’re expected to take pictures? You’re not feeling extra glamourous, you can’t find time to shower, let alone do your make-up or hair, and let’s not talk about how much sleep you haven’t gotten over the past few days. Not exactly Marilyn Monroe picturesque, right? Wrong. What most mommas don’t realize is that you carry that “pregnancy glow” with you for nearly nine months. People comment on how beautiful you look, and despite not always being able to ..read more

I’ve had a run of newborn boys lately, but I never run out of ideas or setups to make each one truly unique! This handsome little guy was 12 days new when we were able to schedule his newborn session. I had sent mom my Newborn Prep Guide which has tips and tricks to help the session move smoothly. As always, the session flow will be determined by baby. If they seem uncomfortable, we simply move on and try the next pose. Each and every baby is unique, so my top priority is to keep them comfortable. You should never feel discouraged if it feels like you won’t have a successful session. They’re i ..read more

Luxury Prints vs. Digital Files Many of us have CDs, flash drives, online galleries, etc. holding thousands of our digital images. While having these seems to be a "safe" way to store our memories, we just never know when technology will surpass us, and those storage units will become obsolete, or worse yet, corrupt. On the other hand, how long does it take to search and sort for that perfect image you are looking for? And then to find a printer that you can trust to deliver the true quality, colors, etc. that your memories deserve. We are all busy with life, and we all hold good intentions f ..read more

It had been a little while since I had a sweet little boy in the studio. Mom and dad were leaving it to surprise when they contacted me to schedule a newborn session. Boy or girl, I am always ready! To make sure you will have a session spot available, I suggest scheduling around your 34 week mark - the same time you want to do maternity pictures! While we don't schedule a hard date (because babies come when they are ready), I make sure my schedule is available for your session. We can still mark out a set of weeks when little one is due to arrive, making sure that we can find a convenient tim ..read more