The 3 P’s: Newborn Posing, Props, and Precautions
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The 3 P’s: Newborn Posing, Props, and Precautions

What parent can resist the stunning beauty of the images created during a newborn posing photo session? Learn the basics of newborn photography here, because we all know end result is worth the work! Those chubby cheeks, and the pure serenity of a sleeping baby is irresistible. Parents go through this tricky process days after…

Instagram Photography Apps: Gimmicks or Useful Tools?
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Instagram Photography Apps: Gimmicks or Useful Tools?

Do you fall into the group of people who love Instagram for your photography marketing, or run away and pretend it doesn’t exist? For those that avoid Instagram like the plague, this article is for you because we’ve got some Instagram photography apps that will make Instagram seem a little less daunting. Instagram fans, you’re…

Mastering Social Media Photography Strategies
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Mastering Social Media Photography Strategies

Are you confused about social media photography and how it all works? You’re not alone, this area of business in nuanced and can take a little time to understand it all. Has social media strategies got you banging your head on the table? You’ve come to the right place to get it sorted out. We’ve…

Instagram Photography: Put the social media app to work for your business
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Instagram Photography: Put the social media app to work for your business

With a little know-how and dedication, you can harness the power of Instagram photography to grow your business Instagram is the app that made everyone a photographer.  But now, it’s making dedicated, professional photographers more successful in finding clients and building relationships.  So let’s talk about instagram photography, hashtags and how and why you might…

Social Media Image Sizes
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Social Media Image Sizes

What are the right social media sizes for 2023?  Here’s an updated guide! Have you ever posted an image to social media, only to find it looks awful in your feed?  Or maybe you’ve tried to access an image in someone else’s feed and it was cropped weird or just showed up really small.  Chances…

What is Birth Photography?
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What is Birth Photography?

One of the biggest milestones in a parent’s life is the day their little baby first enters this world. The best way to preserve those memories are though birth photography. Between the anxiety of baby finally coming and hoping the birthing process goes smoothly, parents can quickly forget some of the incredible details on baby’s…

7 One Month Baby Photography Tips For Cute Photos!
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7 One Month Baby Photography Tips For Cute Photos!

Introduction In this article, I am going to give you some practical ideas to help with one-month babies photography. I will also try to guide you in newborn baby photography in general and give some pointers I have learned over the years. There is no need to be afraid of newborn photography and the results…

5 Questions to Ask Before You Start Newborn Photography
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5 Questions to Ask Before You Start Newborn Photography

Have you been thinking about starting newborn photography? Here are 5 crucial questions you need to ask before you start! For those of you who have thought about shooting newborns, but haven’t taken that leap yet – you probably have a lot of questions before jumping in to this new niche. Maybe you’re not sure…

The 2 Best Newborn Photography Lenses Everyone Must Have!
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The 2 Best Newborn Photography Lenses Everyone Must Have!

Have you ever wondered if you’re using the BEST newborn photography lenses? This is one of the number one questions we hear when it comes to newborn photography.  If you’re just getting started in the newborn niche, you’ll no doubt be wondering if you have the right lenses to capture those precious little babies. Or if you’re already…

Newborn Photography Styles: Lifestyle vs. Posed Portraits!
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Newborn Photography Styles: Lifestyle vs. Posed Portraits!

Do you already know which of the two newborn photography styles is best for you? Hey guys! This is Kimberlee with Cole’s Classroom, and today I wanted to talk to you about posed vs lifestyle newborn sessions. Now, to me, it doesn’t really matter if we put these into the same genre, or 2 separate…

Newborn Photography Tips for the Perfect Shoot!
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Newborn Photography Tips for the Perfect Shoot!

10 “Must Know” Newborn Photography Tips! Newborn photography can come with many surprises, especially if you aren’t a parent.  I’ve compiled a list of photography tricks that have helped me tremendously and I am sure will be helpful for anyone interested in learning more about newborn photography.  Of course, every newborn photographer will have a…

Has Social Media Helped or Hurt the Photography Industry?
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Has Social Media Helped or Hurt the Photography Industry?

We live in a society of constant communication. We’re plugged in to everyone from our loved ones to celebrities broadcasting their day to day happenings in an unending stream of hashtags and filtered photographs. Now that Instagram has joined society and decided to “screw the square,” let’s discuss the liberated rectangular elephant in the room:…

How to Edit Newborn Photos in Lightroom in only 65 Seconds!
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How to Edit Newborn Photos in Lightroom in only 65 Seconds!

A couple months ago I posted a question on the Cole’s Classroom Facebook group asking what is the one area within newborn photography that people struggle with the most.  Nearly all the responses were related to the photo editing process taking forever. Not a huge surprise…  Many told me that hours would be spent fine tuning…