Newborn photography was not so popular in Portland, Oregon when I started about 12 years ago. Now, you can find newborn photographers on Google Maps so easily. Whether someone is an educated photographer or just a beginner, we can all call ourselves newborn photographers. Photography is a job that does not require a license. There are many conferences and classes that teach photographers, but it is each photographer’s choice to continue learning or not.

In this era, we all can be a photographer, right? With a phone and some AI app, you can pop in your baby’s headshot and create an image! Share it on your Instagram and announce your baby. I believe that a photographer is not a person clicking a shutter and just editing digital images. If that is only what we do, our job is already taken over by AI and social media. 

Then why do you hire a professional newborn photographer? 

I love capturing moments and editing beautiful portraits, but I also love crafting art. Crafting something to last for generations. We are professional in photography, but also in printing as well. I know some people do not want to carry physical art. I understand that. However, I also would like everyone to think about why you want to have your baby’s pictures. Is it just for memorial photos? I believe photographs should and will be a tool to tell your baby how much he or she means to you and your family. They can be a love letter to your future family members. It depends on what we value.