Fundamentals of Photography
John Greengo
Create unforgettable newborn and maternity images
Capturing images of pregnancy and newborns is an art—and a challenge. Learn from newborn and maternity veteran Ana Brandt of Anamaria Brandt Photography and Belly Baby Love in this in-depth class on pregnancy and newborn photography. From getting the shot to getting the sale, learn the art of newborn and maternity photography through live sessions, behind-the-scenes insight, and advice from an industry professional.
Jump right into a live newborn photo shoot, creating a workflow to help keep baby calm. Learn how to soothe, wrap and pose a newborn. Master transitional posing to create variety without waking the baby. Work with natural light from windows and studio lighting. Add in the new parents—and siblings—for a family portrait with the newest member of the family.
Learn the art of a successful maternity photo shoot. Develop skills for helping moms feel comfortable inside their changing bodies while showing off that baby bump. Build a wardrobe that flatters, and learn how to use simple fabrics to creating flowing, goddess-like images of pregnant women. Work with posing and lighting to bring your own maternity photo ideas to life.
A passion for maternity and newborn photography is a must—but what do you need to move from hobby to business? Gain valuable business insight from Ana. Start with getting a business license, then build a portfolio, get your name out there, and increase your sales. Whether you are new or have spent a few years in the industry, learn how to grow your business with marketing and in-person print sales.
Ana Brandt started her newborn and maternity photography business from scratch after moving across the country. She went from working full-time and shooting on the side to running a large photography studio and educating other photographers. Ana is well-known for her patience and stunning imagery. Along with teaching and running her studio, Ana also owns TAoPaN (The Art of Pregnancy and Newborn Photography), a resource and online store for newborn and pregnancy photographers. She's also the author of multiple books on newborn photography.
This course is great, it covers everything. One criticism is her shots really suck...
Ana Brandt is absolutely amazing. Everytime I watch anything she does, I learn so much. This course is invaluable to any Photographer starting out.
I absolutely love this photographer! She has a great personality, and a great sense of humor.
I am so glad I purchased this class, I cannot watch it fast enough! Ana Brandt is fantastic at her art and shares great information; I am taking notes like crazy. I totally recommend it.
Loving this course! Loads of information
I've seen a lot of s##t here, even from "professional" photographers, but this is a really good guide for "how to start with baby photography?". Thumbs up!
Absolutely loved this Course!!! I'm not completely new to photography, but I am new to building a photography business. I got great ideas for posing newborns and soon to be mommies. This has definitely grown my photography. I also loved Ana's outlook on business, how to network and grow your business. I look forward to see the results in my business from Ana's ideas.
Invaluable information for newbies! Keeping in mind I saw this was on sale for $25 I didn't hesitate to purchase and I really would have paid the full price after watching it all. There is so much content here that I watched it twice. It is from 2013 but is still relevant. Yes Ana gets side tracked and tells stories and there is a lot going on with the student interaction and online questions but there is a ton of great information.
I'm Fairly New To Professional Photography This Is Verry Valuable Information Thank You
She is so inspiring. I really learned a lot from this course. Not only for newborn, but also in general. If you are in a rut, you need to watch this!! You'll get really pumped to dive back into it!!
One of THE best courses I've watched. I've learned so much from this and I'll be watching again to soak up all the information in the course. Ana is such an inspiration and I hope to meet her one day! Thank you!!! Genny Lynn Photography
I just felt like she talked way too much. I wish she was talking about the newborn she had and what she was going than talk about other things while positioning the baby without explaining.
So easy to watch & follow I learnt alot , Terrific course thank you ! Have since bought some of the props and they are terrific !
Love it! Ana is great!
This class was amazing it has really helped me with improving my skills as a maternity and newborn photographer, and has given me the knowledge to take my business further and change from offering digitals to working with IPS
I loved this class! I learnt SO much and I have actually gained confidence with my work from watching Anna. She is a great teacher and I absolutely love her work. This is definitely the best class I have purchased on Creative Live. Thank you! :)
I cant believe I got this on sale! So happy with this purchase. The one thing I feel I would have changed is I feel she rushed through the newborn sessions really quickly and spent ALOT of time on maternity. I would have liked to see a lot more of the newborn posing and info versus a dozen maternity. But all in all its full of a lot of great info and I love that its not voice over....it is true time so I can see how she is interacting with the clients. Thankyou Anna I love love love your work always!!
I own a lot of Creative Live classes which include other newborn/family classes by big name photographers. This is by far the most informative and easiest to follow of those classes. I cannot get enough of it, nor can I believe how much is included with both newborn, pregnancy, editing, etc. I first "met" Ana on a forum years ago and even then, she was intent on helping other photographers. In this class, she totally pours her heart our from A - X. There does not appear to be anything she holds back on. I highly recommend this class to both beginning and established photographers. You can never quit learning. Ana, thank you for being the kind generous person you are. I think we could all learn a lot by you example.
Very informative so far but the pram was way too small and close...I would never use that...I don't personally feel it is safe.
This class is amazing! Ana taught everything I have been afraid to do...Thanks so much for this class! Im ready to start my newborn photography career!
2 critiques, #1 is that she subs out her heavy retouching. Some of these poses require some real heavy lifting in photoshop. I would have liked to see it. #2 She also works with a very accomplished and excellent assistant. That may not be available to everyone starting out. With that being said, this is a highly valuable course. It just may not be the only one you need when starting out.
I´m so happy!! I think is perfect for when you have a little time to move other place (i live in island and for go to workshop i have to travel always because here don´t there newborn workshop so...). Now i want a baby and other and other and can practise much!
This is the second class I have watched with Ana. While my style is not even close to hers, she is a classy lady that has A LOT of good info to share. I highly recommend any of her classes at this point - it's always worth the money.
Love love love it, so helpful! Learning so much well worth the price!!! Thank you for wanting to share your talent!
Great beginner class for the starting out newborn photographer.
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