Year 2015 went by like a blink of an eye. I didn’t even have time for a wrap up earlier.  So much had happened in 2015 – a lot of traveling, work was unexpectedly busy and I had learned to face a lot of new challeges (I’d like to see it mostly good, haha!). Two highlights I would like to mention. First, THANK YOU! YES! YOU! MY AUDIENCE! I honesty didn’t expect how many of you had actually read my blog before reaching out to me. You always put a smile on my face when I see your emails/texts/calls that how much you like my photos AND my blog. THANK YOU! Every time I see your comments, it motives me and I know the fact that I’m not the only audience to my blog Second, following your passion and doing what you absolute love every
day is truly amazing. To me, you know what that is. My photography work has inspired a close friend of mine on turning her habit/passion into something bigger! I’m very blessed to have friends who I can share my happiness from photography and through that I inspire others on pursuing their own passions.

Moving forward 2016,  I’ll continue on my mission to meet more newborn babies in town and re-meet all the familiar faces again. It’s always great to re-meet the baby 6  to 9 months after I have taken their newborn photos. They always surprise me how fast they grow but their facial expressions always remain the same!

We are luck that having a pretty warm winter this year. I found the weather is quite perfect for taking some outdoor family photo. Wanna explore some beautiful outdoor places in Hong Kong with me? Contact me to schedule

your next photo session! Looking forward to hearing from you and Happy 2016!

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Chinese New Year is about 3 weeks away, so let’s bring in a new joy to your family on top of all the traditional activities: a mini session! WOW!

A mini session is a quick portrait session. The photo session time, number of images, and cost are all less than a standard portrait session. Ideally for families who are too busy or who have a hard time getting everyone together for a lengthy photo session. Most importantly, you will receive professional photos at a good price!

Show off your best side to your friends and family when they visit your home this
CNY! Come join the mini session this Saturday!

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Baby photographs pop up on our Facebook feeds everyday – so often, in fact, that it can feel like every second! The newborn and maternity photography industry is booming like never before, and over the past few years, it has become a sensation in Hong Kong. Welcoming a new family member is absolutely amazing, but it can also be tough, with a million things happening all at once. Choosing a newborn / maternity photographer in hong kong is not an easy task. I’d like to share three important tips to help you make the best choice for your family.

Custom Photography vs. Volume Photography

Custom photography is a luxury service. Every professional photography session is unique and tailored to each family. The photographer works closely with you, taking time to get to know your family stories, exchanging ideas, choosing your wardrobe, providing a final artistic edit, etc. You will not get the same service and outcome from volume style (aka “mall style”) photography services. Volume photographers offer great discounts and focus on getting as many clients as possible to make a profit at such a low cost. As a result, they provide minimal to no creative input for each shoot and reuse poses, tricks, props and styles, with no real personal touch.

You only have a limited time to document this special phase in your life. Consider whether you are looking for just a few cute images, or a custom set of photographs that tells the story of your family and your baby.

You Must Love Their Style
Every photographer has his or her own style. You should never hire a photographer without knowing their style or ask them to “copy” another photographer’s work. Take time to browse through a few portfolios and make a list of your top 5 photographers.

Please see: Newborn Photography – Posed vs. Lifestyle and Maternity Photography – Classic, Outdoor and Family.

Be Sure You Feel a Connection
Newborn and maternity photography is an intimate service; you’re inviting someone into your family to document this special event in your life. How could you possibly share your stories and ides with someone you don’t feel a connection with? Reach out to the top five photographers on your list. They may have all your questions answered on their websites, but you’ll still want to make personal contact with them before making the final call. Having a fun and engaging photo experience is as important as the final outcome.

I am very proud to say that there are so many talented newborn and maternity photographers in our beautiful city of Hong Kong. Just like anything in life, finding the perfect one for you requires some time and effort.

Follow these three simple tips and I am sure you will find the perfect newborn/maternity photographer.

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At this meeting, I’d like to get to know you, and I’d like for both of us to get comfortable with one another. Let’s be honest: Most of us aren’t very comfortable in front of the camera, especially with a complete stranger.

Newborn, maternity and family portraits suppose to tell stories of your life and without really knowing you and your family, the photos become flat.

Life in Hong Kong is busy. But trust me, it’s more than worth it to take twenty or thirty minutes out of your day in order to create a work of art that your family will cherish for a lifetime!

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Parents, start looking around your place and your jewelry box. The small things helps to create the most beautiful and personal works of art of your newborn.

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However, not everyone is aware that there are two approaches to newborn photography – Posed and Lifestyle. Although both approaches produce equally precious photos, it’s important for parents to know the difference before the session and I can accommodate your needs.

Posed – newborn babies are posed into different positions while they are in deep sleep and props are used to achieve superbly adorable photos – like the images of Anne Geddes, the famous newborn photographer. Newborn babies in their first 2 weeks are a lot more flexible. Therefore, I recommend that you book your newborn session early before we miss this special time.

Lifestyle –  this is a natural way to capture the baby and family. Think of it as a photo documentary.  For instance capturing the babies while they’re sleeping in their cribs or being held by their parents. Older newborn babies (after 2 weeks) are perfect for this approach because they don’t need to be posed into “curvy” positions.

Both approaches are good and they each provide a different feel. I try to combine the two styles in all newborn sessions, unless the parents have a preference in one over the other.

What’s your preference?

 

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