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Why natural light newborn photography?

21/1/2020

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I first wrote this blog back in 2016, attempting to inform people why I shoot with natural light only and why (to me) it is better than artificial light. 
​To this very day, it is still THE most important aspect of my newborn photography, but 4 years down the line from originally writing it, I don't need to convince people anymore as you all know! Every single client who visits me tells me exactly what I have been trying to tell you all for the past 7 years, that the natural light and home environment that I shoot in is wonderful, so relaxing and calming to walk into and that they would never want it any other way.

Rewinding back to when started my business 7 years ago,  people always used to ask why I shoot with natural light only, or usually they assume I shoot with it until I am able to get myself a "studio" with artificial lighting. Hence, I felt the need to explain myself, as it is a topic that I feel very strongly about. 
Well, the answer to this question is in the question itself, it is natural. Natural is part of my brand, natural posing, natural light, natural newborn photography, natural baby photography, natural family photography. Now I don't as most people know this! 
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I know most photographers use artificial lighting indoors, especially here in the UK where the weather can be very unpredictable. But if you know how to use it correctly , it really can be the most beautiful natural resource.  Yes, on some very dull (and likewise very sunny!) days it can be harder to work with, but by changing your camera settings and sometimes moving baby slightly, or yourself, you can achieve some amazing results.
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Natural light is not the easy option. Quite the opposite in fact, it takes a lot more work than studio lighting. There is so much more to learn , to think about, than setting up one or two lights and not having to think much about lighting during the photography session.  Natural light is constantly changing, so as well as settling and "posing" baby, camera setting often need to be constantly changed as does positioning of baby and the set up with the change of the power of the sun. But I would not have it any other way.  I have used artificial lighting in the past on many occasions, so I have an in depth knowledge of both, however I was always taken back by the beauty of natural light so I made the decision to work only with this. I feel that it offers the client a beautiful, gentle, pure, natural, organic feel which is what my brand sets about to achieve. 
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If you would like to read more about your newborn photography experience with me, here are a couple of other useful articles that when all read together pretty much sum up my newborn photography business. 

* Why I offer newborn photography from my home 
* Newborn photography experience with Samantha Prewett Photography

You can see more of my beautiful newborn photographs and find out more information such as pricing in the newborn area of my website. If you are interested in a photography session please do contact me and I will happy to send you a beautiful booking information pack.
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23/5/2016 08:54:56 pm

Hello from another Samantha! I totally agree with your preference for the natural feel from using daylight in your images. I am no photographer, but constantly struggle with taking effective close ups of my jewellery. I have read so much about lighting boxes, make your own lighting cubes ( I've made a few!) and using daylight bulbs. The daylight bulbs are great for my work bench but I still find my best jewellery shots are those I've traipsed up the garden to take in the partial shade of the tree. I much prefer the natural tones too and thinks it shows skin tones so much more beautifully than studio lights. I love your work!

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Danielle Danby
5/9/2016 05:16:14 pm

Sam! Wow, i really couldnt agree more!
On my degree i was taught about studio lighting, however never taught about natural lighting and working with it!
I have now completed a few shoots with natural lighting, and i absolutely adore it!
You did inspire me! Your images always look so delicate, with gorgeous very true colours.
I certainly think more people should try natural lighting!

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Laura
19/4/2017 09:08:35 pm

I completely agree that natural light is better as long as you know how to use it well which is quite a skill in itself! This is why I love your photos as clearly you use the light to it's best advantage.

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Alexia Browning link
22/5/2017 08:41:40 pm

You are amazing at what you do and you're so talented! So nice to hear a bit about your brand and reasons behind it. Xxx

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Carly wild
21/1/2020 07:16:14 pm

Natural light is so delicious isn’t it, perfect for babies ❤️

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Joanne Dewberry link
21/2/2020 09:06:02 am

You get a lovely warmth from natural light which you don't get from artificial it's more orange. Great post

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Mature Washington link
10/2/2021 04:37:14 pm

Great rread thankyou

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