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Amanda Herbert

Portrait Photography, Isle of Wight

Isle of Wight – Ryde Family Photography

When do you book baby photography?

If I asked you to picture baby photography, do you think of a calm, serene mum wearing glamorous clothes, an impossibly happy family laughing together, a too-cute baby nibbling on cakes, or a nice family with several ugly-pug dogs outside their beautiful new house?

Whatever your impression of family photoshoots – and whether you like it or hate it – have you ever considered that they are for your baby too?

Sandown baby photographer Ryde baby playing with curtains

The family. We were a strange little band of characters.

Bombeck’s description hits the nail on the head. The daily grind of getting the family out of the door for school or a get-together is not always easy. With my family, dad will always be prevaricating, last to the door. Little sis will be all dressed up with two coats to guard against the cold. Mum will be ready, directions printed, car boot packed, and snacks in the glove compartment.

The family. We were a strange little band of characters trudging through life sharing diseases and toothpaste, coveting one another’s desserts, hiding shampoo, borrowing money, locking each other out of our rooms, inflicting pain and kissing to heal it in the same instant, loving, laughing, defending, and trying to figure out the common thread that bound us all together. – Erma Bombeck

Ryde baby turning to look Giggling baby Isle of Wight Baby with smile Seaview

When should you book your baby’s portraits? 

When it feels right for you. If you have a baby that is already sitting or crawling, work in a busy job or have a set idea on the type of baby photos you want, talking to your photographer as soon as possible will be your best bet.

Getting in early means that you get the best for your family and will be able to take a step back, letting the photographer take over the stress for you. This is especially important if having the photographs is something that you want, but get too stressed to arrange.

How I look after you

Each consultation will start with a chat over coffee, a telephone call, or online conversation. I’ll dedicate myself to exceeding your expectations with stunning fine art portraiture and personal customer service experience that you will remember. Let’s fill your home with simply beautiful portraits to enjoy for a lifetime.

Wistful baby Ryde Baby looking up at photographer Daddy holding baby Ryde Toddler crawling Isle of Wight Newborn lying in bed Seaview

For more advice on natural portrait sessions or to book a natural portrait by an Isle of Wight photographer, get in touch and I’ll be happy to help.

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  1. Julie Newton says

    December 11, 2016 at 11:46 am

    Hi there I would like to book a photo session for my son and daughter in law as a Christmas gift. I will be traveling to Ryde before Christmas but would be very happy to pay before.

    It might be lovely to have it done whilst we are there.
    I would appreciate your advice.

    Thanks so much

    Reply
  2. Jason hedges says

    November 30, 2014 at 10:21 am

    Good morning I am looking at having a family portraits taken of me my wife and 5 week old baby we would also like our dog in the pictures.

    Are you able to help?

    How much and what is included in the package

    Jase

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Copyright © Amanda Herbert Photography for headshots, children's and family portraits in the following locations: Ryde, Seaview, Newport, Cowes, Shanklin, Sandown, Freshwater, Yarmouth, Ventnor and Portsmouth and other areas of Isle of Wight and Hampshire. Business portrait photography and personal branding is also available with Amanda Herbert.