All Things Baby: The Art of Newborn Photography with Megan Macdonald

The Art & Soul Show - Photography Podcast for Newborn and Family Photographers

Is there anything cuter than a squishy little baby wrapped up and surrounded by soft accessories? Their cute faces make photographing babies such a joy, even though their wiggly limbs and curious parents can make those newborn photography sessions hard work!

Today, Megan Macdonald shares just how much she loves photographing babies, shopping for the perfect props, and spending time with her own (not so little anymore) baby girl. She explains how becoming a mother herself influenced her career trajectory from fine artist to wedding photographer to newborn and maternity photographer.

In this episode, Megan tells us how she keeps her work feeling fresh and exciting through the way she manages her sessions and through teaching others, how she examines her work to continue improving her skills, and why, even with its challenges, newborn photography is so fun and exciting for her. And if you just can’t get enough from Megan, she’ll be teaching at our 2023 Online Newborn Retreat as well, so be sure to look for her there!

What’s in this episode:

[02:38] How motherhood influenced Megan’s journey into photography, from being an artist to photographing weddings and now babies

[05:14] Why Megan examines her art critically to improve her craft

[07:44] How Megan keeps her sessions fresh through the way she plans her workflows and manages parent’s input

[10:18] Megan’s inspiration and her artistic journey to the photography style she has today

[13:05] How the pandemic changed Megan’s priorities around her business and home life and led her to be more flexible with her business

If you love photographing babies, this conversation with Megan Macdonald will inspire you to try something new and get that perfect baby photo!

For full show notes, resources, links and to download the transcript, visit our website: https://themilkyway.ca/all-things-baby-the-art-of-newborn-photography-with-megan-macdonald/

Reserve your spot for the 2023 Online Newborn Retreat: https://themilkyway.ca/2023-newborn-retreat/