In this Mentoring, students will learn:

Studio Preparation

• Setting up the studio before the client arrives.
• Creating a warm, safe, and comfortable environment.
• Preparing props, wraps, outfits, and accessories.
• Camera settings and lighting setup.
• Organising equipment for a smooth workflow.

Newborn Safety

• Safe handling techniques.
• Reading baby’s cues and comfort levels.
• Supporting the baby’s head and neck.
• Understanding when not to attempt certain poses.
• Safe use of props and composites.
• Hygiene and sanitisation practices.

Wrapping Techniques

• wrapping style
• Settling techniques for awake or fussy babies.
• Transitioning from wrapped to unwrapped poses.
• Creating multiple looks from one wrap.

Posing Workflow

• Complete beanbag posing sequence.
• Smooth transitions between poses without disturbing the baby.

Styling

• Choosing colours and textures.
• Layering blankets.
• Creating luxury, neutral, and themed setups.

Photography Techniques

• Camera angles.
• Composition.
• Capturing detail images.
• Parent portraits.
• Sibling portraits.
• Variety from one setup.
• Working efficiently to complete a full gallery.

Instructor Demonstration

• Students observe an entire newborn session from start to finish.
• Every posing decision, styling choice, and camera adjustment is explained in real time.
• Questions and discussion throughout the session.

2 hours zoom call Seperate day

Sharing how I prep the parents before their session.
– How to involve dads
– How I cull galleries, how many photos I provide and
– How I structure packages etc
– How session payment works
– What system I use for Invoice, Contract and Booking procedure.
– Preset recommendation,Marketting