I am often asked 'How much space do you need for a newborn baby photo shoot?', and 'Do I need to clear a room?'. I can actually manage in quite a small space, around 3mx3m is sufficient (more is obviously nice, but this is quite workable). I know a lot of people can find this quite hard to visualise, so here is an example set up in my front room:



































Good light is crucial in deciding where we will set up. I like to make use of natural light wherever possible (I do have studio lights if no natural light is available, but these take up a bit more space, so if we can use window light that works best). French windows or patio doors are great spots, but any good size window can work well. I will set up the beanbag and stand close to the window to make the best use of the available light. I also bring a bunch of boxes with blankets, props and supports in them. You can also see my reflector in the photos. I should point out, I won't be bringing my chair with me, that's part of my living room furniture, but it shows where I would be positioned with my camera for the photos.

I measured the set up and it is 3m wide across the window, and just under 3m out from the window - a space that is reasonably easy to find in most people's homes with minimal furniture movement! If you are still concerned about this amount of space in your home, please let me know, we can always make alternative arrangements. :-)

Photos: By Jackie Photography