Top 5 kids/baby photography books you need in your life now right now!

List by Tosca

"Children reinvent the world for you."
- Susan Sarandon

This is my nephew Algonquin. Ok, no, that's *not* his real name, but I don't like his real name, and this is the one *I* wanted him to have (like I have a say, pfft) so it's what I call him when his mother (my sister) isn't around :P ANYWAY, as I was saying, this is my nephew Algonquin. He smiles lots. He always cries when he's on me. (For some reason my siblings find this hilarious, ergo, siblings are evil). He is a baby. Babies = Cute, tiny, adorable, squishy, giggly, gummy, gooey and lots of other G words I can't think of. They can do pretty much whatever they want, and they're cute. Yes, even when you discover that dried snot *can* run from their nose up to their temple. Amazing/scary/impressive feat! His head isn't really this big. I took a bad photo that accidentally made it look this huge. Everybody loves pics of babies. EVERYBODY. And should you decide to document your child's life in pictures, well, we can help :) WE HAZ BOOKS. Specifically, books that provide some great tips and ideas for photographing babies and/or kids. So much my head spins. *stern look* Don't take pics like I do. Request/read the books, take note of the tips, and ensure you don't make your baby's head look even more ginormous than it should. This is a case in point! POOR BABY ALGONQUIN.



Really, he is kinda cute though. Babies *are* cute. Until they pee on your foot. True story O_o

How to photograph your baby : getting closer with your camera and your heart / Nick Kelsh
In an accessible, easy-to-follow guide that reveals the techniques he has developed over the years, a professional photographer shows how to successfully take pictures of babies and young children. 150 photos, 100 in color., including 9 gatefolds.

Photographing your children / John Hedgecoe
Preserve every landmark event and stage of your children's lives in professional-quality photographs. Best-selling author and renowned photographer John Hedgecoe offers parents, grandparents, and family friends plenty of helpful advice on getting the most out of your young models. Using 400 full-color photographs, the author presents creative ideas and tips for accomplishing such things as overcoming shyness and gaining a subject's cooperation. Uncover methods for capturing the wonder of baby's first steps, the delights of a birthday party, the excitement of learning to ride a bicycle, and more. You'll even find tips for taking the perfect family portrait. An informative overview details the basic equipment and techniques required to get the most out of different situations. From baby's first day through to the teenage years, you can capture the essence of your children's unique personalities and create albums of memories that will be treasured for years to come.

Baby photography now! : shooting stylish portraits of new arrivals / David Nightingale
From pregnancy, through those magical first moments, to your child's first milestones; these are the crucial photographs that you'll want to get right.
Provides guidance on finding alternative angles, unique props and unusual poses. There is also specific advice on taking great photos at every stage of a new life, from pregnancy through to the first birthday and first steps.

Mamarazzi : every mom's guide to photographing kids / Stacy Wasmuth
What every mom with a camera should know: techniques for capturing genuine expressions instead of cheesy smiles; tips for every age and stage - yes, even toddlers and teens!; photography basics - composition, lighting, exposure, focus, and white balance; camera settings and lenses, plus techniques you can use with any type of camera; why the experience matters more than the perfect shot; effects you can create with different lighting techniques; how to pick ideal locations for taking pictures; simple editing tips to make your photos even better.

Your baby in pictures : the new parents' guide to photographing your baby's first year / Me Ra Koh
Capture the story of your baby's first year! The first twelve months of your child's life are full of precious, fleeting moments, from sleepy newborn yawns to first smiles and wobbly first steps. Why entrust your memories to hastily taken snapshots-or worse yet, none at all? Let professional photographer (and mom) Me Ra Koh help you capture the moments with 40 beautiful photo recipes; anyone can do, with any camera. Telling your baby's story in pictures has never been easier.