Capture Your Nursery Before Baby Arrives
You've spent weeks — maybe months — designing and decorating the perfect nursery. Before the beautiful chaos of a new baby takes over, take some time to photograph it. A well-photographed nursery is something you'll treasure forever, and with the right tips, you can capture stunning images even with just a smartphone.
Tip 1: Use Natural Light
Natural light is your best friend when photographing a nursery. Open the curtains and blinds fully and shoot during the day when light is soft and even. Avoid using flash — it creates harsh shadows and washes out colors. The golden hour (an hour after sunrise or before sunset) produces the most beautiful, warm light for nursery photos.
Tip 2: Declutter Before You Shoot
A tidy nursery photographs far better than a cluttered one. Before you start shooting, remove anything that doesn't belong — packaging, extra items, anything that distracts from the beautiful design you've created. Less is more in nursery photography.
Tip 3: Style Your Handmade Pieces as Props
Your handmade items are some of the most photogenic elements in the nursery. Here's how to style them:
- Drape a crochet blanket over the crib rail or rocking chair for a soft, textured look
- Arrange stuffed animals on the bookshelf or in the crib corner for a charming vignette
- Fold a blanket neatly on the changing table for a clean, styled look
- Place a doll in the rocking chair for a sweet, story-like composition
Tip 4: Shoot from Multiple Angles
Don't just shoot from eye level. Try these angles for variety:
- Wide shot – stand in the doorway to capture the whole room
- Eye level – shoot straight on for a clean, editorial look
- Low angle – get down low to capture the room from baby's perspective
- Detail shots – zoom in on beautiful details like the crochet texture of a blanket or the face of a stuffed animal
Tip 5: Include Meaningful Details
The details are what make nursery photos truly special. Photograph the name sign, the tiny shoes, the handmade blanket folded just so, the stuffed animal waiting in the crib. These detail shots tell the story of the love that went into creating this space.
Tip 6: Edit for Warmth
After shooting, edit your photos to enhance the warmth and softness of the nursery. Increase the warmth slightly, boost the brightness, and reduce harsh shadows. Apps like Lightroom Mobile or VSCO make this easy even for beginners.
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