Newborn baby sessions are best completed when babies are under 3 weeks old. These sessions take place in Melissa’s private studio in Wake Forest, NC (just a couple of miles outside of Raleigh, with easy access to I-540, Capital Blvd., and 98). Sit back and relax, take a nap, enjoy TV and wi-fi, as well as snacks and beverages, while Melissa works with your baby.
Coming to her studio means there’s no need to clean your house or do anything at all to prepare — it’s nice & simple and the best situation for new Moms and Dads!
Your newborn session includes Melissa’s time and expertise in baby posing, the beautiful styling of your session, as well as access to her massive collection of props (hats, headbands, baskets, buckets, blankets, etc. etc.), and custom retouching of your portraits.
Melissa prides herself on capturing the most adorable poses and creating works of art. She is widely known for her immaculate posing and “baby-whisperer” abilities! Her attention to detail and experience level set her apart from other newborn photographers. She has photographed hundreds of babies in the past 15 years, and remains one of the most sought after photographers in the Triangle.
For your convenience, Melissa offers newborn sessions, as well as baby’s first year and maternity photo sessions!
Be sure to book as early as possible, as Melissa is highly sought after in the Triangle area for her experience and knowledge.
Newborn Sessions
Session Fee – $200+NC State Sales Tax
(digital files, prints and products purchased separately)
Newborn sessions are up to 2 hours in length, which allows for a wide variety of setups, poses and props, as well as time built in for feedings. These are best for babies under 3-4 weeks old. These sessions can include a few family and sibling photos, if desired.
These sessions include access to Melissa’s huge collection of props (hats, headbands, blankets, baskets, etc.) so there is no need for you to purchase or bring anything unless you have something sentimental you’d like included.
Newborn sessions typically result in 40-50 custom retouched portraits to choose from in a private online photo gallery, including black and white versions. Once you receive your online gallery, you select whichever products best fit your needs. Melissa offers digital file packages, prints, canvases, frames and birth announcements.
The session fee of $200+tax is required to secure your space in Melissa’s calendar. This includes a pre-session consultation via phone or email to discuss what setups and poses you’d like for your baby, as well as Melissa’s talent and expertise in posing and photographing your baby. Also included is the custom retouching of your portraits, and access to a private online photo gallery to view your proofs and share with friends and family.
All prints, products and digital files are purchased separately from the session fee. Please contact Melissa for a detailed price listing and she’ll be happy to send you one.
Newborn Mini “Wrapped” Sessions – New!
A shorter photo session, for those wanting just a handful of images. Baby will be wrapped (swaddled) for the entire shoot. These mini sessions are up to 45 minutes long, and are for baby only (no family or sibling photos). This session allows time for about 3 different setups with the baby wrapped (multiple angles and close-ups included of each setup for plenty of variety). Following the photo session, you’ll receive a download of your fully edited, high resolution digital files (about 15 photos).
These sessions include access to Melissa’s huge collection of props (hats, headbands, blankets, baskets, etc.) so there is no need for you to purchase or bring anything unless you have something sentimental you’d like included.
A deposit of $200+tax is required to secure your space in Melissa’s calendar, with the remaining payment due at the time of the photo session. Melissa will provide a pre-session consultation via phone or email to discuss what colors and poses you’d like for your baby.
Please reach out for a full price list, and Melissa is happy to send it to you!
Maternity Mini Photo Sessions
Maternity mini sessions are offered to clients who are booking a newborn photo session with Melissa. These are best held between weeks 32-36 of pregnancy. These sessions are about 30 minutes long, and are held at local parks in the Triangle area (Melissa has favorites she can recommend).
Following the photo session, you’ll receive a download of your fully edited, high resolution digital files (approximately 15 photos). A deposit of $200+tax is required to secure your space in Melissa’s calendar. The remaining payment is due at the session. Please reach out for detailed pricing!
Baby’s First Year Photo Sessions
Baby’s first year sessions are for babies 12 months old and younger, and are perfect for capturing your baby’s milestones! The most popular ages to hold a session are at 6 months (to capture the baby sitting), and/or 12 months (to capture standing and/or walking). These sessions are held in Melissa’s studio or at a local park. Parents and siblings are welcome to be included in the photos.
A deposit of $200+tax is required to secure your space in Melissa’s calendar. The remaining payment is due at the session. Please contact Melissa for a detailed price list.
Please email Melissa at melissadevoephotography@gmail.com for more information.
Melissa DeVoe Photography is available throughout Raleigh, NC including:
Apex | Cary | Chapel Hill | Durham | Knightdale | Rolesville | Wake Forest | Youngsville | Zebulon
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