The Benefits of Outdoor Newborn Photography
When it comes to newborn photography, many parents opt for studio sessions to ensure their little one is comfortable and safe. However, outdoor newborn photography offers a completely different experience, one that captures the beauty of nature alongside the innocence of your baby. At Elizabeth Lang Photography, I absolutely love incorporating the great outdoors into my sessions, and here are some of the reasons why outdoor newborn photography is a fantastic choice. Although I don't do them often I love to bring babies outside to capture special outdoor portraits.
1. Natural, Soft Light
One of the biggest advantages of shooting outdoors is the beautiful, natural light. Outdoor photography provides a soft, flattering light that envelops the scene, which helps to create a glowing, natural look. The natural light highlights your baby’s features in a gentle and flattering way, making the photos look more organic and timeless. This type of lighting also avoids the harsh shadows that can sometimes happen in indoor settings, ensuring every shot is soft and delicate. In studio settings we often try to recreate this light but nothing can truly do justice to natural diffused light.
2. Fresh Air and Comfort
A newborn’s comfort is key during any photography session, and being outdoors can provide a calm, peaceful environment. Fresh air, gentle breezes, and the sound of birds or rustling leaves can help create a tranquil atmosphere for both parents and babies. Many babies tend to relax in nature, making outdoor sessions a great choice for capturing those sweet, serene moments without the constraints of being in a studio. It’s also a wonderful opportunity for parents to enjoy the calm surroundings with their baby while creating lasting memories.
3. Natural Backdrops
Outdoor settings offer some of the most stunning and unique backdrops you could ever ask for. From lush gardens and soft grass to towering trees and blooming flowers, the beauty of nature adds a lot of depth and charm to your photos. Whether you want the elegance of a floral backdrop or the simplicity of a grassy field, outdoor photography allows for a variety of scenes to complement your newborn’s innocence. These natural elements can bring an ethereal quality to the photos, creating images that are personal, timeless, and full of life. In my own home studio I am working to grow my own little flower garden with strawberries, lavender, daisies and a variety of shrubs. I have added stumps and logs as well as boulders and basalt stepping stones to add different little areas to photograph families and newborns.
4. Personalized, Unique Photos
Unlike studio photography, outdoor sessions offer an array of unique and personalized options. Nature is ever-changing, and each location provides different textures, colors, and landscapes that aren’t replicated in studio settings. Whether it’s the wildflowers blooming in the spring, the golden light of summer evenings, or the crisp colors of autumn, your outdoor session can be customized to reflect the season, your family’s style, and the mood you want to convey. These photos will be uniquely yours and will have a distinct feel that studio photos simply can’t replicate.
5. Incorporating Family Elements
Outdoor sessions often provide the opportunity to include family members in a more relaxed, candid way. Whether you’re capturing intimate moments between siblings, or letting your family dog get in on the fun, the outdoor environment feels more natural for everyone involved. This relaxed setting also makes it easier to capture true emotions and connections. The whole family can be part of the session without feeling restricted by a studio backdrop, and you can be in the moment with your newborn in the most organic way possible. I don't bring pets into my studio to avoid allergens but you could bring your pup to the garden to add them to your portraits.
6. Fresh, Organic Details
Another special advantage of outdoor photography is the use of natural props and elements. Fresh flowers, leaves, grasses, and natural textures add an organic, earthy feel to your newborn photos. These simple details enhance the beauty of the moment and add an extra layer of meaning to the images. For example, flowers in bloom symbolize new beginnings and growth, making them a perfect match for a newborn photoshoot. Natural props can be incorporated into the shoot to complement your baby and the natural world around them. Even when not able to do outdoor shoots we can still bring garden elements into your studio session.
7. Creating Timeless Memories
There’s something incredibly special about being able to capture your newborn in the context of nature. Outdoor newborn photography not only captures your baby’s first moments but also the beauty of the world they are entering. It’s a reminder that they are part of something much bigger – a life filled with beauty, change, and growth. The images created from these sessions are not only beautiful but will serve as timeless keepsakes for years to come.
Conclusion
If you’re looking for a newborn photography session that’s not only unique but also deeply personal and meaningful, outdoor newborn photography is a wonderful option. At Elizabeth Lang Photography, I love helping families capture these magical moments in nature, where every photo tells a story of new life, beauty, and the bond between parents and their babies. Whether it’s the soft light, the natural backdrops, or the opportunity to personalize your session, outdoor newborn photography offers benefits that will create lasting memories you’ll treasure forever.
Feel free to reach out to book your outdoor newborn session or to learn more about how we can incorporate nature’s beauty into your photos.
- Elizabeth Lang Photography Cloverdale near Vancouver BC.
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