Newborn Photography in Portland by Irina Smagina
Natural & Timeless Newborn Photography
Capturing Precious Moments with Your Newborn
Welcoming a new baby is a special, emotional, and unforgettable time!
It’s such a memorable experience that sometimes you just wish you could freeze every moment and savor it with your baby. As a Portland newborn photographer, my goal is to create simple, modern, and timeless images that remind you of this incredible chapter in your life.
My newborn sessions take place either in my custom-built studio in Portland, OR, or in the comfort of your home, using natural light to capture authentic, beautiful moments that you’ll treasure forever. I promise consistent and high-quality results because, after all, you can’t turn back time.
Each session includes individual pictures of your baby, as well as photos with siblings, parents, and the entire family, if you’d like. Newborn sessions typically occur around two weeks of age to capture that sweet newborn goodness, but these sessions are equally magical for older babies too! No matter the age, capturing every stage of your baby’s life is just as special.
Let’s create a timeless story that you’ll keep and cherish for a lifetime.
The Studio.
I have a custom-built photography studio at my home in Portland, OR, and it is perfect for the sessions I offer. I also travel to clients' homes for sessions.
The wardrobe.
When it comes to wardrobe choices, I recommend solid light colors and natural fabrics. Please avoid bright white, although off-white is great. I also have several dresses for moms and the cutest knits and wraps for your newborn.
The process.
You will receive detailed guidance from me about your session, with wardrobe choices and how to prepare your newborn. I have such a beautiful collection of knitted outfits for newborns, wraps and blankets that you don’t need to have anything.
These sessions can take 2-3 hours as we need time to feed and settle and certainly not a process we wish to rush. I want you to feel calm and comfortable during the session.
Once we’re finished, you’ll receive your gallery in about a week.
Kind Words From My Clients
“Irina did an incredible job capturing both our newborn and our family. The photos turned out natural, beautiful and candid. So often, newborn photos wind up looking cheesy/overly posed (in my opinion), but not Irina’s. Her neutral aesthetic, adorable knit newborn ensembles, and sun-drenched studio rendered natural, angelic images—ones that our family will cherish forever. I highly recommend you hire her!”
Investment.
Keepsake | $550
2 hours in the studio
- Natural posed and Portrait session
- Parents and siblings included
- 25 fully edited pictures of your choice.
- Deposit $100 for booking, the remaining balance is due 1 week before the session
- Styling assistance
- Baby clothing and wraps are provided
- Client wardrobe
- Option to purchase more pictures
Add Maternity package with 20 images and save (total $850)
Heirloom | $750
2 hours in the studio or at home
- Natural posed and Portrait session
- Parents and siblings included
- 40 fully edited pictures of your choice.
- A Photo Book with the pictures you choose.
- Deposit $100 for booking, the remaining balance is due 1 week before the session
- Styling assistance
- Baby clothing and wraps are provided
- Client Wardrobe
Add Maternity package with 20 images and save (total $1000)
Timeless | $950
- Natural posed and Lifestyle session
- Parents, grandparents & siblings welcome
- ALL digital images (40+)
- A Photo Book with the pictures you choose.
- Deposit $100 for booking, the remaining balance is due 1 week before the session
- Styling assistance
- Baby clothing and wraps are provided
2-3 hours at home
Add Maternity package with 20 images and save (total $1300)
Maternity
Maternity sessions are best done around 32-34 weeks.
$400 — with 10 digitals
$550 — with all the best digital images
Use of client wardrobe
Add Newborn package and save.
Bump to Baby Bundle | $1650 (save $550)
- Maternity session — all images included
- Newborn studio session — all images included
- Mini sitter studio session — 10 images included
- Mini studio birthday session — 10 images included
- 20 page photo book with your choices of images from all sessions
A monthly payment plan is available.
Questions and answers.
When is the best time to schedule a newborn session?
It’s ideal to schedule the session within the first two weeks of the baby’s arrival. This is when newborns are sleepier and more flexible for posing. I can do newborns up to 5 weeks of age, even older. But to get the sleepy shots it is best sooner than later.
How long does a newborn session typically last?
A newborn session usually takes around 2-3 hours. When siblings are involved the process can take longer.
What should we wear for the session?
I recommend solid light colors and natural fabrics. It’s best to avoid bright white; however, off-white works great. I also have adorable knits and wraps available for your newborn.
How soon will we receive our photos after the session?
You can expect to receive your gallery approximately a week after the session. Yes, I deliver edited photos very quickly.
Do you offer family photos during the newborn session?
Yes, definitely. The session includes individual images of your baby, as well as photos with siblings, parents, and the entire family if desired. It can also be a baby-only session.
What if my baby is fussy and uncooperative during the session?
It’s completely normal for newborns to be fussy at times. If your baby needs a break or a feeding, we can pause the session to ensure their comfort. Patience is key, and I’ll work at your baby’s pace to capture beautiful moments.
Do you offer outdoor newborn sessions?
Absolutely! I love outdoor newborn showers!
Can I order prints and products through your studio?
I get a little depressed when I think about a photo archive stored somewhere in the cloud or on a hard drive.
I offer high-quality print and products for your home. It is important to me that you have high-quality products for your high-quality images.
So please print your photos!
What if I need to reschedule the session?
Life is complicated and the unexpected is to be expected. So I am very flexible. If you need to reschedule the session, please notify me as soon as possible, and we can work together to find a new suitable date. I don’t do refunds. But happy to reschedule.
Do you offer payment plans for your packages?
I do. I know how life is getting more expensive these days. So I can split your payments in 2, 3 or 4 instalments. As long as the full amount is received by the time we do the session.
Absolutely stunning, jaw-dropping photos. Irina captured the beauty of our new family and every detail of my newborn to perfection. She was extremely professional, kind and worked so well with a newborn for his photos. We are new to the process but we didn’t realize how much patience it takes working with a newborn and not every photographer has that! Thank you so much for making us feel comfortable in our first family photoshoot. These memories will be be here forever thanks to your photos Irina!
Irina was so patient with our newborn, she held her, helped calm her, and it took awhile. Irina was punctual and respectful, she has a very calming presence and was so kind. She also was willing to adapt and take a few family photos in different locations in the home. I am so grateful that she captured these memories, the results are stunning. We will never have this time back, but Irina made sure to capture the special moments. I highly recommend her to anyone else.
Absoutely beautiful pictures!!! Irina, you are so so talented! You made the entire shoot so relaxed, fun, natural and easy! Thank you for coming to our house when we have a newborn. Thank you for teaching us how to pose so naturally. And for being such a wonderful person and mom to our baby! You are so gifted! Bless you!
Irina is awesome. She is skilled, good at picking out backgrounds, poses, clothes. She is also quiet and easygoing and makes it easy for people not natural at getting photographed (me). I recommend Irina.
Serving greater Portland, Oregon + Vancouver, Washington and surrounding areas
360-292-9695
smaginairinaphoto@gmail.com
Portland, OR