Like all baby photographers, I love prop shopping and adding to my studio's collection. I have many favorite pieces in the studio that I use for nearly every newborn session, and these go-to items photograph beautifully and are well-loved. I always opt for classic neutrals that will match with everything, and I keep my colors in line with my style and the style/color palette that most of my clients use in their homes, too.

grey textured knits, outfits, and hats for newborn baby session in the winter with Saratoga Springs NY newborn photographer

As the I get the studio ready for all of the winter newborns that will be coming to the studio for their first portrait session, I’ve been shopping for new knits for the studio. During the winter, I’m all about creating soft and cozy layers for your baby. We have a huge variety of hand-knit props from talented artists all around the globe. Wraps, layers, bonnets, sleepy caps, blankets, rompers, overalls, and so much more. They add such beautiful texture to your portraits, creating visual interest - and help keep your little one warm and cozy, too!

baby wrapped in white knit blanket on chunky textured blanket photographed by Saratoga Springs newborn photographer Nicole Starr Photography

Everything you need for your baby’s first portraits, all in one place.

One advantage of going to a photographer who provides everything for you is that they already know what fabrics and colors will photograph best, and you don't ever have to worry about choosing something that is cute in person but doesn't look quite right in the finished portraits. I have everything you need in the studio for your little one's portrait session. Choose from outfits, headbands, wraps and swaddles, bump blankets, bonnets and hats to make your baby’s look complete!

white textured knits, outfits, and hats for newborn baby session in the winter with Saratoga Springs NY newborn photographer

During winter sessions, I try to mix chunky knits with softer, finer woven knits, pairing similar colors for a monochromatic look, or using mostly whites with a pop of color. My goal is to make it easy to focus on your baby in your portraits and showcase just how tiny and perfect they are!

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baby boy sleeps in blue blanket holding snowflake during newborn portraits with Nicole Starr Photography

white chunky textured blankets photographed by Saratoga Springs newborn photographer Nicole Starr Photography

baby lays on peach knit blanket and bonnet photographed by Saratoga Springs NY newborn photographer Nicole Starr Photography

Some of the most popular colors for newborn portraits in our studio are:

white
cream
slate blue or navy blue
mint green or sage green
lavender
blush pink
gray or greige

pink and peach pastel textured knits for newborn baby session in the winter with Saratoga Springs NY newborn photographer

cream textured knits and hats for newborn baby session in the winter with Saratoga Springs NY newborn photographer

blue textured knits, outfits, and hats for newborn baby session in the winter with Saratoga Springs NY newborn photographer

As you can see, choosing the perfect outfit for your baby’s portraits can be easy and fun! Make sure to talk with your newborn or baby photographer to find out what they have on hand this winter for the perfect, cozy look for your little one!

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textured knits for winter baby portraits photographed by Nicole Starr Photography, Saratoga Springs NY newborn photographer

I'm in Boston, and we've been snowed in for weeks. It's hard to look past the mountains of snow piling up outside our windows (or covering the windows, in some cases). But from a photographer's viewpoint, all of that snow is like a giant reflector at sunset with perfectly diffused light and a clean, fresh, magical blank canvas in front of you. So, I choose to look on the bright side (spring will be here soon, right?!?!) and turn our snow days into photo shoot days. I've been wanting to do a whimsical snowy session for awhile, and when the opportunity presented itself on a warmer snowy day at sunset, it was on!

Savannah and Sean were my little models, and their mom and I pulled the shoot together in less than 24 hours. I shared an inspiration board on Pinterest with her, she pulled together the most perfect outfits (seriously, she could be a stylist for all of my sessions!), and I made a gorgeous floral crown for our perfectly whimsical shoot.

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(Did you know that I love crafting and DIYing? I have made so many little props for my shoots. Don't be afraid to be creative and share a new idea with me! I'd love to make it happen for your session!)

Just look at these two little cuties!!! Savannah & Sean, thank you for being SUCH fabulous models. They were so cooperative in the snow, despite the chill in the air. An absolute pleasure to work with.

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Are you interested in a snow session for your little ones? Contact me and let's chat!

A few things to keep in mind:

*These are spontaneous sessions, and we'll finalize them one day in advance.

*Sessions are shot at Millennium Park in Dedham, in the last half-hour before sunset. (Around 4:15pm)

*You should gather items for the wardrobe selection ahead of time. Bulky coats and nylon mittens don't make for the classic and magical look, so dressing in warm layers and textures will keep the kids warm. We'll have blankets and coats handy, too.

*It must be more than 32 degrees out so that the little ones don't freeze.

*These are not for infants. Children must be three years or older if alone, two years or older if they are with older siblings.

*Mini sessions are about 20 minutes long, but it all depends on the kids' good spirits, warmth, and cooperation. A set number of photos is not guaranteed -- the longer we last outside and the more cooperative the children are, the more gorgeous photos we'll be sure to capture of your little ones.

*All mini sessions come with an in-home ordering appointment within two weeks of the session.

Ready to plan your snow day session? Please get in touch with the "Contact" button at the top of this page, or email me at nicoleschwalmphotography@gmail.com. Thank you & stay warm!