Those first days with your little one are a gift! As a mommy to three babies, I know how fast time goes by. I know that you are so busy, but I also know that tiny toes and sweet smiles turn into big kids faster than you want them to. If there’s one piece of advice I could give new moms? Don’t wait to have your family’s pictures taken! Give yourself the gift of those forever memories. You’ll be so glad you did. Below is some helpful information about newborn photography with Shannon Reece Jones Photography.
Who is Shannon Reece Jones Photography?
Hi, and welcome to Shannon Reece Jones Photography! I am a full service family photographer located in the greater Houston area. I photograph newborn babies, expecting moms, families, and high school seniors. As a photographer, I’m proud to work with families that value photography as an art form and a way of recording their lives. Every client should hold prints, place pictures in frames around their home, and hang their portraits on their walls. These are your forever memories and I’m so thankful that I get to capture these moments for you. Here’s just a little bit more about me and my work.
What does your business mean to you?
My business is my passion! It is a gift, and I truly believe that this is the talent that I have been given to share with you. I am here to capture love, to capture joy, and to make you feel something from these images. I want this experience to leave you with memories that your children grow up seeing every day. These are the images that your grandchildren will come over and ask about. And someday, these are the images that they will pass down to their children.
Why did you start Shannon Reece Jones Photography?
When I was little and would visit my grandparents house, one of my favorite things was walking through the hallway looking at family pictures. I wanted to know more about each picture, and about its history. Old photographs (especially in black in white) are my favorites, and I love the stories that go with each photograph. I want my children to have those stories, those memories, and I want my clients to have those too.
What do you love most about being a photographer?
I love being a photographer for so many reasons. I love working with sweet families. Cuddling with newborn babies and capturing those sweet tiny details like their eyelashes and tiny toes. Meeting expecting mothers who are absolutely glowing, and who want to remember every second of their pregnancy and newborn baby. I photograph families with children, couples, and even extended families with a number of grandchildren.
It’s also fulfilling to work with other entrepreneurs who need portraits for their website and marketing, as well as adults who just want a beautiful picture of themselves because it has been too long since they had their last one taken.
But the thing that I love the most about being a photographer is seeing your portraits delivered in print. There is something so special about having your pictures printed, and not only in albums, but printed large, and hanging on your walls. They are statement pieces, wall art, family heirlooms and lifetime memories.
Has this business brought you meaning?
This business has brought meaning to me in so many ways. The best part for me is working with my sweet clients and the relationship that is formed during this experience. When clients share with me how much they enjoyed their experience and how in love they are with their photos, I know I’m doing what I’m supposed to be doing.
What to Expect from Your Newborn Photography Experience with Shannon Reece Jones Photography
My style
My style as a newborn photographer is classic, forever, and real. Take a peek into my portfolio and you’ll see that I gravitate towards neutral colors which are lasting and timeless. I LOVE black and white images and always incorporate them into your gallery. My photography typically has a lot of light and always shows the true emotions that my clients are experiencing. I like more candid sessions, where we do what is most comfortable for you, and am careful to avoid anything that is too posed or might feel unnatural. I love lifestyle newborn photography as well as beautiful, classic studio portraits. There’s no standard checklist that I follow during a session. Intead, I just let the session unfold organically for the truest and most authentic representation of you and your family.
Newborn Photography Lifestyle & Studio Sessions
Newborn babies are a miracle. They are beautiful, unique and each detail is perfect. During a newborn photography session, your baby’s safety is always top of mind. I’m trained and experienced in posing these little ones and will always make sure your baby is safe and comfortable. Newborn sessions can take anywhere from 2-3 hours, and the age of the baby depends on the type of session you choose.
A lifestyle session takes place right in your very own home. Lifestyle sessions are my favorite because they document where you are right now in your life. Your home, the baby’s nursery, your other children, and even your pets can be part of a lifestyle session. This option also gives more wiggle room as far as time of scheduling, as baby can be up to a month old.
Studio sessions take place in my luxury, fully-stocked studio in the Woodlands, Texas. These types of newborn sessions are a little more posed, but they are still my style and full of love. The baby does need to be scheduled within the first two weeks of life. I will make sure to get all of those tiny details like flaky skin and newborn hair, and you’ll have access to all the cute newborn wraps, headbands, and tiny outfits. All of these memories will be bundled up in your album or keepsake box to remember forever.
What are the different newborn photography products you offer clients?
After a newborn photography session with Shannon Reece Jones Photography, you’ll meet with me at my studio where I’ll show you a variety of beautiful products to choose from. I offer fine art prints, custom framing, heirloom albums, museum quality canvas gallery wraps, and gifts for family and friends. There are so many beautiful choices, so part of my process is getting to know each and every client personally. Knowing what their home looks like, what their style is, and what their sessions goals are allows me to present the best options for them. The first time you see your heirloom album and large framed prints or canvas is the most exciting part!
