Getting Started with Newborn Photography | Lighting & Posing Tips

Join Evie Lynn Photography as she walks through her complete newborn session process—from prepping parents before the shoot to lighting, posing, and keeping baby comfortable and safe. Whether you’re just getting started with newborn photography or want to refine your studio workflow, Evie shares practical tips, camera settings, and lighting setups to help you create consistent, beautiful results. Throughout the video, Evie demonstrates step-by-step lighting techniques for newborn setups, including how to use strobes to mimic natural window light, how to position your subject for soft shadows, and how to transition between wrapped and bucket poses safely and efficiently. Follow Us Here: Instagram: https://instagram.com/WestcottLighting Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/westcott.lighting Twitter: https://twitter.com/WestcottCo TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@westcott_lighting Subscribe to Westcott Lighting's YouTube channel for exclusive behind-the-scenes content, lighting education, and the latest gear tips from your favorite professional photographers and filmmakers. 00:00 - Intro 01:32 - Camera Settings 02:47 - Table Poses 10:00 - Family Poses 16:40 - Wrap Poses 20:40 - Most Common Lighting Mistakes 22:18 - Bucket Posing