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Newborn photography

How much does newborn photography cost?

  • R1200 – R2000/hour
    Newborn/Baby photography
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How much will newborn photography cost you?

Below you will find a detailed breakdown of newborn photography prices, together with descriptions what is included in the price and other necessary information that will help you make the best possible decision.

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Newborn/Baby photography

  • R1200 – R2000/hour

This is the price per hour for newborn photography. The price includes the photo shoot at the desired location (studio or at home), setup work, image editing, and digital image files. The price depends on your location and the photographer's expertise and experience. Additional costs may apply for travel time, prints, full copyright privileges to the images, etc. We recommend that you look at the photographer's work before opting for him/her to make sure that his/her aesthetic matches your own. Professional newborn photography is a popular way to celebrate the arrival of a new family member. The best age for newborn photography is up to 21 days. The average cost is usually R1600/hour.

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Recent jobs for newborn photography

Engagement photography

  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Cape Town
  • When do you need this service?: I'm flexible
  • Where do you want the photos to be taken?: Outdoors
  • How long will you need the photography service?: Less than 3 hours

Hello, Im visiting Cape Town for my honeymoon and we would like to book an out door photo shooting on the beach (preferred). For an hour or two. Thank you.

Engagement photography

  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Johannesburg
  • When do you need this service?: As soon as possible
  • Where do you want the photos to be taken?: Outdoors
  • How long will you need the photography service?: Less than 3 hours

hi my son wants to do a couples photography session in which he will actually propose to his gf. he would need help with location, props etc as he is pretty clueless. are you able to assist. ps he needs it done this weekend as she is leaving for overseas soon and wants to do it before she goes. we are based in jhb south

Family photography

  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Midrand
  • When do you need this service?: As soon as possible
  • Where do you want the photos to be taken?: Home

We are a family of approx. 23 people. We do not have a specific theme in mind as yet, just looking to have some nice pictures taken in our home. I am looking to have this photo shoot be done tomorrow (4 Feb ).

Family photography

  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Strand
  • When do you need this service?: I'm flexible
  • Where do you want the photos to be taken?: Outdoors

Want a mini beach shoot for just my 8yr old daughter and I on the morning of 21 April please.

Portraits/fashion photography

  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Summerstrand
  • Where do you want the photos to be taken?: Outdoor
  • When do you need this service?: As soon as possible

Tuesday 7th February is my 28th birthday I'll buy myself a cake I'd like to have some fun shoots

Portraits/fashion photography

  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Rosebank, Johannesburg
  • Where do you want the photos to be taken?: Photo studio
  • When do you need this service?: As soon as possible

Individual portraits, this is for a Church singing group.

Maternity/newborn photography

  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Port Elizabeth
  • When do you need this service?: I'm flexible
  • Where do you want the photos to be taken?: Photo studio

Corporate/private event photography

  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Potchefstroom
  • Event date: 8 July 2023
  • For which occasion do you need a photography service?: Private event
  • Approx. number of guests: 50
  • How long will you need the photography service?: Less than 3 hours

Corporate/private event photography

  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Johannesburg
  • Event date: TBC
  • For which occasion do you need a photography service?: Private event
  • Approx. number of guests: 50
  • How long will you need the photography service?: Less than 3 hours

Church Youth singing Group Need Face Potraits Group Portrait Per Part, Turner, Bass, Soprano , Alto

Maternity/newborn photography

  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Polokwane
  • When do you need this service?: I'm flexible
  • Where do you want the photos to be taken?: Photo studio