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The Art of Professional Editing in Newborn Photography

Dec 17, 2023

A newborn baby is wrapped in a snug potato shape using a grey elastic wrap, holding a small teddy bear in his hands while laying on a soft grey natural fur.

Greetings to all the expecting parents and newborn aficionados in Essex! Today, let's dive into the fascinating world of professional editing, a crucial step that transforms your precious moments into timeless works of art.

As a Specialist Maternity and Newborn Photographer in Essex, my commitment goes beyond just capturing images; it extends to the meticulous process of professional editing, ensuring each photograph tells a compelling story.

The Magic After the Session: Professional Editing Unveiled

Once your Newborn Session is complete, the real magic begins in the editing room. Every image captured during the session undergoes a meticulous process to elevate it from a photograph to a masterpiece. You can find more on professional newborn editing process here: How to edit Newborn Photos in Photoshop

Let's unravel the layers of professional editing that bring out the true essence of your newborn's early days.

Baby's Flaky Skin Editing

Newborns often have delicate, flaky skin that can be distracting in photographs. Professional editing addresses this by gently smoothing and enhancing your baby's skin, resulting in images that exude softness and purity.

Baby's Skin Tone Adjustment

Capturing the perfect skin tone is an art. Professional editing ensures that your newborn's skin tone appears natural and balanced in every image. This adjustment is subtle yet transformative, preserving the authenticity of your baby's appearance.

Lighting Adjustment

Lighting plays a pivotal role in photography. Professional editing allows for fine-tuning the lighting in each image, ensuring that every detail is highlighted. The result is a collection of photographs that showcase the delicate features of your newborn in the best possible light.

Sharpening for Clarity

To enhance the details in every photograph, a touch of sharpening is applied during professional editing. This step ensures that the tiny fingers, toes and every adorable feature of your newborn are crystal clear, creating images that stand out with clarity.

Colour Adjustment for Vibrancy

Colours contribute to the emotional impact of an image. Professional editing involves adjusting and enhancing colours to evoke the right emotions. The final result is a set of photographs that not only look stunning but also convey the warmth and joy of your newborn.

Preserving Your Masterpieces: Printing and Memory Sticks

All your high-resolution digital files undergo professional editing to create images that are truly works of art. These edited files are then printed on 7x5 professional high-quality photographic paper, adding a tangible and timeless element to your memories.

To safeguard your edited files, they are securely transferred to a beautiful branded memory stick. This ensures that your images are preserved for many years, allowing you the flexibility to print them whenever you desire in the future. Feel free to reach out to me at any time for advice on printing your files - I'm here to assist you on your journey!

From My Lens to Your Heart

The journey of capturing and editing your newborn's portraits is a labour of love. My ultimate goal is to present you with images that not only capture the moments but also convey the strong emotions and impact of this precious time.

From my lens to your heart,

Veronika x

Essex Mobile Specialist Maternity and Newborn Photographer

Blue Pink Photography

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As a professional mobile photographer in Essex I offer my newborn and maternity photoshoots across a wide area including but not limited to: Witham, Tiptree, Maldon, Chelmsford, Brentwood, Billericay, Coggeshall, Braintree, Colchester, Wickford, Halstead, Hatfield Peverel & more...

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