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Why are Newborn Photographers so expensive!

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FDNYWife31
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Why are Newborn Photographers so expensive!

I should have had this booked by now, but I've been so busy! I've priced out a couple of photographers and I am really shocked at the prices they are asking for and for not that many images!

The most I want to spend is $400, I am willing to travel to the studio and I am looking for someone that has props to offer being that I am team Chat Icon and won't have time to run around and buy anything after the baby is born.

Has anyone booked with a photographer that is in that price range and offers a good amount of images?

Thanks!!

Posted 6/10/13 3:08 PM
 
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Eagermom3
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Why are Newborn Photographers so expensive!

did u contact melanie beth? shes 400. mostly all newborn photographers guarantee around 25-30 pics.

Message edited 6/10/2013 3:24:15 PM.

Posted 6/10/13 3:23 PM
 

Nifheim
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Member since 1/09

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Jennifer

Why are Newborn Photographers so expensive!

Trust me when I say when someone offers 100 images for less money than someone let's say offering 20-30 images for more money your're probably going to be happier with the less amount of images. The people offering less typically are giving you crap or filler images which i am finding many people are getting with those crazy 100+ images for a portrait session photogs. On top of that the average person only displays on average of 4 images in their home, if they do an album it's typically 20 images tops or perhaps 30 depending on how small you go.

As far as pricing - its all the matter of who you really like, quality/experience, someone who might take less sessions per month so you won't be waiting months for your gallery or feel rushed at your session. I will let the ladies respond with actual photographers that might fit your price range. Good luck!

Message edited 6/10/2013 3:32:53 PM.

Posted 6/10/13 3:29 PM
 

FDNYWife31
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Re: Why are Newborn Photographers so expensive!

Posted by Nifheim

Trust me when I say when someone offers 100 images for less money than someone let's say offering 20-30 images for more money your're probably going to be happier with the less amount of images. The people offering less typically are giving you crap or filler images which i am finding many people are getting with those crazy 100+ images for a portrait session photogs. On top of that the average person only displays on average of 4 images in their home, if they do an album it's typically 20 images tops or perhaps 30 depending on how small you go.

As far as pricing - its all the matter of who you really like, quality/experience, someone who might take less sessions per month so you won't be waiting months for your gallery or feel rushed at your session. I will let the ladies respond with actual photographers that might fit your price range. Good luck!



You're right, I didnt think of it like that. I am looking into Gina Rae Miller and Anne Hack, they both do amazing work---has anyone worked with either of them?

Posted 6/10/13 3:36 PM
 

AngnShaun
Sisters

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Re: Why are Newborn Photographers so expensive!

Posted by FDNYWife31

Posted by Nifheim

Trust me when I say when someone offers 100 images for less money than someone let's say offering 20-30 images for more money your're probably going to be happier with the less amount of images. The people offering less typically are giving you crap or filler images which i am finding many people are getting with those crazy 100+ images for a portrait session photogs. On top of that the average person only displays on average of 4 images in their home, if they do an album it's typically 20 images tops or perhaps 30 depending on how small you go.

As far as pricing - its all the matter of who you really like, quality/experience, someone who might take less sessions per month so you won't be waiting months for your gallery or feel rushed at your session. I will let the ladies respond with actual photographers that might fit your price range. Good luck!



You're right, I didnt think of it like that. I am looking into Gina Rae Miller and Anne Hack, they both do amazing work---has anyone worked with either of them?



I haven't heard of Gina Rae Miller... but i follow Anne on FB and shes awesome!!! and i a lot of people here have used her!

Posted 6/10/13 3:39 PM
 

FDNYWife31
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Re: Why are Newborn Photographers so expensive!

Posted by Eagermom3

did u contact melanie beth? shes 400. mostly all newborn photographers guarantee around 25-30 pics.



I just left her a message. Thanks!!

Posted 6/10/13 3:45 PM
 

heather10292010
Gonna be a big sister

Member since 12/10

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Heather

Why are Newborn Photographers so expensive!

Forever fireflies is a little more but she spent between 4-5 hours and I got all the photos between 50-75 but got each in color and b&w. she was so great with my dd and has tons of props
I booked her for dds first birthday/holiday photos already

Posted 6/10/13 3:49 PM
 

FDNYWife31
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Re: Why are Newborn Photographers so expensive!

Posted by AngnShaun

Posted by FDNYWife31

Posted by Nifheim

Trust me when I say when someone offers 100 images for less money than someone let's say offering 20-30 images for more money your're probably going to be happier with the less amount of images. The people offering less typically are giving you crap or filler images which i am finding many people are getting with those crazy 100+ images for a portrait session photogs. On top of that the average person only displays on average of 4 images in their home, if they do an album it's typically 20 images tops or perhaps 30 depending on how small you go.

As far as pricing - its all the matter of who you really like, quality/experience, someone who might take less sessions per month so you won't be waiting months for your gallery or feel rushed at your session. I will let the ladies respond with actual photographers that might fit your price range. Good luck!



You're right, I didnt think of it like that. I am looking into Gina Rae Miller and Anne Hack, they both do amazing work---has anyone worked with either of them?



I haven't heard of Gina Rae Miller... but i follow Anne on FB and shes awesome!!! and i a lot of people here have used her!



Yes, her work looks amazing. My friend used Gina Rae Miller and she did a great job as well!

Posted 6/10/13 3:50 PM
 

Eagermom3
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Member since 4/13

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Why are Newborn Photographers so expensive!

anne heck is good too my gf used her. i wanted someone to come to me thats why i didnt use her.

Posted 6/10/13 6:33 PM
 

gdubs
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Member since 11/10

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Gina

Why are Newborn Photographers so expensive!

We used Amanda from White Ink Designs. She came to us and had a ton of props, baskets etc!!! She is in that range.

Posted 6/10/13 7:21 PM
 

lisajill
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Member since 12/06

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Why are Newborn Photographers so expensive!

I spent a ton on a very high end photographer a year ago. Her pictures were nice but totally not worth the nearly thousand I spent. My best friend just used Sweet Blossom photographer. Her pictures were nicer than mine and at a fraction of the cost. I booked her for my sons fort birthday cake smash. Check her on Facebook you will not be disappointed!

Posted 6/10/13 9:01 PM
 

lisajill
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Why are Newborn Photographers so expensive!

Sweet blossom studios

Message edited 6/10/2013 9:08:01 PM.

Posted 6/10/13 9:01 PM
 

lisajill
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Why are Newborn Photographers so expensive!

Ok I'm really losing it today!! Sweet blossom studios. My friend said she is really patient and she got her teaser almost immediately. I had to wait 3 weeks to get my teasers -- couldn't use them for birth announcements Chat Icon

Message edited 6/10/2013 9:07:11 PM.

Posted 6/10/13 9:04 PM
 

meloyellow
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Re: Why are Newborn Photographers so expensive!

i can't recommend leslie simmons enough. I'm a very frugal person...but she was worth every cent.

Posted 6/10/13 10:59 PM
 

FDNYWife31
LIF Adult

Member since 8/12

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Re: Why are Newborn Photographers so expensive!

Thanks everyone! I am going to look into all of these photographers.

Posted 6/10/13 11:17 PM
 

b2b777
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Member since 9/09

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Re: Why are Newborn Photographers so expensive!

Posted by Eagermom3

anne heck is good too my gf used her. i wanted someone to come to me thats why i didnt use her.



Do you have her contact info?

Posted 6/11/13 9:01 AM
 

AngnShaun
Sisters

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Ang

Re: Why are Newborn Photographers so expensive!

Posted by meloyellow

i can't recommend leslie simmons enough. I'm a very frugal person...but she was worth every cent.



Agreed, i probably wouldnt have used her if i didnt have a GiftCard but she would have been worth it if i had to pay lol

Posted 6/11/13 9:12 AM
 

kahlua716
3 Girls for Me!

Member since 8/07

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Keri

Re: Why are Newborn Photographers so expensive!

Posted by lisajill

I spent a ton on a very high end photographer a year ago. Her pictures were nice but totally not worth the nearly thousand I spent. My best friend just used Sweet Blossom photographer. Her pictures were nicer than mine and at a fraction of the cost. I booked her for my sons fort birthday cake smash. Check her on Facebook you will not be disappointed!



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Kristen is awesome! She was one of the first people I told I was pg. She is going out on maternity leave sometime in the fall though- contact her soon!

Posted 6/11/13 11:18 AM
 

ModDot
PUMPKIN ALL THE THINGS

Member since 8/11

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Trissy

Why are Newborn Photographers so expensive!

I used Jennifer Wilbur for a family lifestyle session, but she mixes in some newborn posey ones too. She's great! And they're only little once, so if you like someones work then go for it. I look back on the pics now and he's only 3 months but MAN has he changed!

Posted 6/11/13 12:09 PM
 
 

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