North Sydney Newborn Photography ~ Theo

I was so excited to meet baby Theo. He was a little bit older than the newborn babies I normally photograph, but we decided to give it a go as his mum really wanted to have some images to capture his little baby features.  We started the session with some cute awake shots, then I put baby Theo into his mum's arms and he snuggled in and drifted off to sleep.  I am so happy that I can give these newborn images to his parents to look back on as Theo grows up.

~ For more information on newborn photography sessions visit Rebecca Connolly Photography | North Sydney Newborn Photography

Roses and Ruffles - Featured Vendor

For this Favourite Things Feature we talked with the lovely Jennifer from Roses and Ruffles - supplier of fabulous backdrops for newborn photography.  There is a SPECIAL OFFER from Roses and Ruffles for our Facebook fans (see below!)

Roses and Ruffles SHOP

Roses and Ruffles FACEBOOK

Roses and Ruffles has the best variety of gorgeous fabric backdrops specifically sourced for newborn photographers.  I find it so hard to select only a few backdrops to order each time and always end up ordering a huge stash!  I love that each fabric has been tested by Jennifer, so that I know that it is going to work perfectly during my client sessions.  You will find that she also has a range of flokati rugs and wraps - so it really is a one-stop shop!  If you have not already checked out her page ... what are you waiting for!!  Read my "interview" with Jennifer below.


A SPECIAL OFFER FOR FANS!!!!

In a generous offer for Facebook fans of both Rebecca Connolly Photography and Roses and Ruffles, Jennifer has provided a discount code for use in her store.  Just enter the code "Rebecca15" to receive 15% discount off your order.  The code is valid for the next 10 days.  We are trusting that you will "like" both of our Facebook pages (in case you have not already!) before you use the code.  Also, I would love it if you could leave a comment here on my blog or my Facebook page - thanks! 

Now ....... the interview:-


Q.  When did you start Roses and Ruffles and what prompted you to open the store?

I started up Roses and Ruffles two years ago and it’s been a whirlwind ever since!  I started my business purely out of the love for fabric and the need to find backdrops that photograph beautifully.  I had a difficult time finding newborn backdrops at local fabric shops that not only photograph well, but also lay nice without wrinkling.  I’m proud to be the first unfinished fabric backdrop shop for newborn photographers!  I’ve met so many amazing and talented photographers through this journey and the friendships I’ve formed from this business have been the biggest blessing. 

Q.  What do you look for when selecting new fabrics for your shop?

I will only carry backdrops in my shop that I use myself and love!   Some fabrics never make it to the shop because they don’t make the cut (instead they’re donated to a local school for projects).  I look for fabrics that have a good amount of stretch, don’t wrinkle easily, and photograph beautifully.  

Q.  Are you drawn to certain colours or tones over others for backdrops?

I’m a sucker for a gorgeous yellow or pink!  I also love neutrals and my collection of browns and beiges have taken over my studio!

Q.  Out of all of the backdrops in your store at the moment, do you have a favourite one?

I absolutely LOVE the Jack knit backdrops because they’re thick and reversible.  I also love the Chaunva backdrops which have such a beautiful texture and pattern (it has quickly become one of my client’s first choices when they come to my studio and see my backdrop selection). 

Q.  We want to get to know you, so which are you:-  Day/Night, Jeans/Skirt,  White/Black, Tea/Coffee, Cat/Dog, Sun/Moon, Beach/Forest, Indoor/Outdoor, Books/Movies, Walking/Swimming, Sweet/Sour

Night – Definitely a night owl, I tend to get all my energy when my daughter goes down for bed

Jeans – I love to be comfy

Black -  It’s slimming, right?

Coffee – Totally addicted to my morning cup

Dog – I have a 6 year old goofy Labrador named Bailey who is our fur child

Sun – Nothing better than getting some natural vitamin D!

Beach – I could watch waves crashing all day

Outdoor – I love hiking and doing things in nature

Books – My attention span is too short for movies (I tend to get bored easily). 

Walking – I take my sweet pup and 2 year old daughter for a walk every morning

Sweet – I looooove ice cream

Some more images of backdrops and wraps from Roses and Ruffles 

North Sydney Newborn Photography | Emilia ~ 8 days old

Emilia's parents were referred to me by one of my past newborn photography clients.  I really love and appreciate client referrals - my aim is to give each and every client a full gallery of images of their newborn baby that they absolutely love and treasure  So, if a client refers me to their friend, then I know that I have achieved this aim.

This beautiful newborn baby girl was a dream to photograph.  As soon as I saw Emilia, I knew that her set-ups needed to be all girly and pretty to match her dainty little features.  Lucky me, I had a bunch of new fabrics, wraps and props that were soft, whimsical and just so pretty!  Emilia slept like a dream and I was able to capture all of her little features.  I just love how she is awake and looking at the camera during her photos with her mum!  With so many lovely images of their gorgeous newborn baby girl,  I was so happy that Emilia's parents decided to order my large Album as well as all the digitals from the session.

~ For more information on newborn photography sessions visit Rebecca Connolly Photography | North Sydney Newborn Photography