Calgary Newborn Experience - INVESTMENT

Our newborn sessions are designed to preserve this time with gentle, artistic, and beautifully styled portraits that focus on detail, emotion, and connection. This is more than photography — it is the beginning of your family’s legacy.

Newborn baby dressed in brown teddy bear outfit sleeping on rustic wooden cot.
Sleeping newborn baby wrapped in brown knit outfit holding a tiny football on a fluffy brown fur rug.
Sleeping newborn baby boy in blue knit hat holding a small teddy bear on a blue blanket.
Newborn baby wrapped in teal knit blanket with matching bonnet, sleeping peacefully in a cozy swaddle pose.
Newborn baby sleeping in bear costume on tiny wooden cot with pillow on wood floor.
Peaceful newborn baby sleeping curled up wearing a soft gray knitted hat on a light gray textured background.
Smiling newborn baby swaddled in blue wrap lying on blue textured backdrop.
Sleeping newborn baby wearing a knit bonnet and diaper cover posed on a soft gray blanket.
Mother in pink tulle gown cradles newborn baby, captured in aerial view for maternity photography session.
Smiling newborn baby wrapped in blue fabric on a blue textured background.
Family portrait with father, mother in pink gown, and swaddled newborn framed by blooming pink branches.
Sleeping newborn baby wrapped in brown knit swaddle with football prop and striped bonnet on fur backdrop.
Sleeping newborn baby wrapped in blue cloth with tiny foot peeking out on blue blanket.
Mother in pink tulle gown cradles sleeping newborn wrapped in matching pink, both resting on ruffled fabric.
Sleeping newborn baby swaddled in white wrap with floral bow headband on white background.
Sleeping newborn baby in green knit romper and floral headband on sage green background.
Sleeping newborn baby swaddled in white wrap wearing a delicate floral headband on a white background.
Newborn baby sleeping peacefully in a small bucket wrapped in blue fabric.
Black and white photo of a sleeping newborn baby cradled gently in adult hands against dark background.
Black mother in white t-shirt holding her swaddled newborn baby in a blue wrap.
Newborn baby girl swaddled in purple wrap with floral headband on lavender fur blanket.
Peaceful newborn baby sleeping curled up on a warm brown blanket, wearing knit tan shorts.
Sleeping newborn baby in purple knit romper and bonnet resting in a tiny wooden bed with mauve blankets.
Newborn baby peacefully sleeping, swaddled in a teal wrap, posed in a potato sack position on a teal backdrop.
Newborn baby girl in pink wrap lying on pink blanket with white floral headband.
A peaceful newborn baby sleeping curled up on a teal blanket, wearing a matching knit hat and wrap.
Black and white photo of a smiling newborn baby cradled in loving hands wearing a ring, wrapped in knit pants.
Family of three posing together in purple floral studio portrait, woman in mauve ruffle gown hugging two children.
Sleeping newborn baby wrapped in blue fabric resting chin on hands inside a rustic bucket on wood floor.
Peaceful newborn baby wrapped in white swaddle cloth with a cream floral headband, photographed from above.
Newborn baby sleeping peacefully in a floral bucket surrounded by pink cherry blossom branches on a white wood floor.
Sleeping newborn baby girl wrapped in white swaddle wearing a delicate floral crown headband on a neutral background.
Sleeping newborn baby in teal knit hat nestled in rustic metal bucket with blue wrap on wood floor.
Peaceful newborn baby sleeping on a brown textured backdrop, wearing a knit wrap, smiling softly.
Sleeping newborn baby wrapped in teal fabric with matching knit hat on a teal background.
Peaceful newborn baby girl in pink wrap with floral headband surrounded by pink cherry blossoms.
Sleeping newborn baby wrapped in teal knit swaddle and matching hat posed on a teal textured blanket.
Newborn baby in wicker crib beside proud toddler sibling on rustic wood floor.
Sleeping newborn baby girl in pink outfit with white lace headband and cuffs on a soft pink background.
Newborn baby wrapped in teal swaddle sleeping in a small wicker basket on wood floor.
Newborn baby sleeping peacefully, cradled in parent's hands against black background, wrapped in golden rope.
Smiling newborn baby cradled in parents hands against black background, wearing knit wrap.
Sleeping newborn baby girl in green romper and floral headband posed on sage green backdrop.
Peaceful newborn baby sleeping on a warm brown blanket, wearing knit pants, curled in a natural pose.
Smiling newborn baby wrapped in blue swaddle with knit bonnet on blue background.
Awake newborn baby swaddled in a soft gray wrap lying on a blue blanket during a newborn photo session.
Black and white newborn photo of sleeping baby cradled in adult hands against dark background.
Sleeping newborn baby in teal wrap and knit hat on teal background.
Sleeping newborn baby curled up in a rustic wooden bucket with burlap fabric on a dark wood floor.
Peaceful newborn baby sleeping on teal blanket wearing knit hat, professional newborn photography portrait.
Young girl cuddles sleeping newborn baby on pink fluffy rug in adorable sibling photo.
Newborn baby sleeping peacefully in parent's hands, wearing knit tan pants on black background.
Newborn baby sleeping in white swaddle with bow headband, surrounded by delicate pink floral branches.
Newborn baby wrapped in blue swaddle sleeping peacefully on chunky knit blanket in wooden bowl prop.
Father holding newborn wrapped in blue and toddler son in denim overalls.
Young girl in purple dress holding swaddled newborn baby sister with pink wrap and headband.
Adorable newborn in brown bear knit outfit napping on miniature wooden bed with pillow.
Peaceful newborn baby in blue bonnet resting in small bucket on wood floor.
Peaceful newborn baby sleeping wrapped in a soft gray knit blanket and hat against a light blue background.
Newborn baby swaddled in white wrap wearing floral crown, sleeping peacefully surrounded by delicate white flowers.
Father tenderly holding his swaddled newborn baby close to his chest.
Newborn baby girl sleeping peacefully in pink romper with white lace headband on soft pink backdrop.
A happy family of four poses for a portrait, with parents holding their newborn and toddler against a neutral background.
Couple in maternity photo shoot, woman in elegant purple ruffle gown embraced by man in white shirt.
Peaceful newborn baby sleeping wrapped in white swaddle wearing a delicate floral headband on white background.
Sleeping newborn baby wrapped in teal knit blanket and bonnet, nestled in wooden bowl on rustic gray wood floor.
Smiling newborn baby swaddled in pink wrap with white flower headband on pink backdrop.
Newborn baby sleeping peacefully wrapped in blue knit blanket with bear bonnet on wooden moon prop.
A newborn baby wrapped in a soft pink blanket lying on a pink textured background.
Sleeping newborn baby in brown bear bonnet nestled in rustic wooden bucket with burlap wrap on dark wood floor.
Peaceful newborn baby sleeping with a knitted teddy bear on a soft gray blanket.
Newborn baby girl swaddled in pink wrap, sleeping in wicker basket with floral headband and tiny stuffed animal.
Mother in purple ruffle gown holds newborn while older daughter in matching dress poses for studio portrait.
Sleeping newborn baby swaddled in blue wrap with knit bonnet on blue textured background.
Sleeping newborn baby wrapped in teal fabric on a teal background.
Sleeping newborn baby wrapped in a soft gray blanket wearing a knot hat on a white background.
Newborn baby sleeping peacefully in a gray knit owl hat and diaper cover on a soft gray backdrop.
Smiling newborn baby peeking out from navy blue fabric wrap in a professional newborn photography session.
Sleeping newborn baby wrapped in white swaddle with floral headband on soft white background.

Calgary Newborn Photography


The first days with your baby are a blur of tiny fingers, sleepy cuddles, and moments you never want to forget. Before you know it, your newborn will begin to change, making these early days some of the most precious memories you'll ever have.


At ZACE Photography, we provide a luxury newborn photography experience designed with your baby's comfort and safety as our highest priority. Every session is baby-led, allowing plenty of time for feeding, soothing, and settling while we create beautiful portraits that capture just how small and loved they are.


From delicate posed newborn portraits to heartfelt family and sibling images, every detail is thoughtfully styled to create timeless artwork your family will treasure for generations.


Relax and enjoy the experience while we preserve the beauty of your baby's first days. Already booked a maternity session? Ask about our Bump & Baby savings.


**Newborn Collections from $299**



 

"Really loved the pictures we received! Lois did such an amazing job, she took her time taking my Newborns photos and had really cute outfits and accessories. Definitely recommend if you are looking for a photographer in calgary!"

~ Sehr C.

 

Sleeping newborn baby wrapped in brown knit swaddle with football prop and striped bonnet on fur backdrop.

 

wrapped mini

 

A simple newborn session focused on your baby's first days.


Includes:

Baby-only portraits

baby remains fully wrapped throughout the session

1 color session

Up to 2 styled setups

8 edited digital images

Access to studio props and wraps

1 hour session

$70 Non-refundable deposit with balance due 48hrs before your shoot

Online gallery for image selection

 

$ 299

 

Newborn baby girl in pink wrap lying on pink blanket with white floral headband.

 

baby only full newborn

 


A complete newborn experience with family involvement.


Includes:

Baby-only portraits

2 hours session

Up to 4 styled setups

10 edited digital images

Access to studio props and wraps

Online gallery for image selection

$100 Non-refundable deposit with balance due 48hrs before your shoot



 

$ 450

 

Woman in blue ruffled tulle gown holding newborn baby in studio portrait.

 

classic newborn

 

A complete newborn experience with parents involvement.



Includes

Baby-only portraits

Parent and siblings portraits

upto 2.5 hours session

Up to 4 styled setups

12 edited digital images

Access to studio props and wraps

Online gallery for image selection

$120 Non-refundable deposit with balance due 48hrs before your shoot





 

$ 550

 

Inquire
A joyful family in white outfits poses together, with children hugging parents against a soft white background.

signature newborn

A complete newborn experience with family involvement.




Includes:


Baby-only portraits

Parent and siblings portraits

3 hours session

Up to 4 styled setups

25 edited digital images

Access to studio props and wraps

Online gallery for image selection

$200 Non-refundable deposit with balance due 48hrs before your shoot





 

$ 745

 

Inquire
Peaceful newborn baby sleeping with a knitted teddy bear on a soft gray blanket.

legacy newborn

A complete newborn experience with family involvement and a keepsake album




Includes:



Baby-only portraits

Parent and siblings portraits

4 hours session

Up to 4 styled setups

35 edited digital images

Access to studio props and wraps

Online gallery for image selection

$250 Non-refundable deposit with balance due 48hrs before your shoot





 

$ 1495

 

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Booking & Pricing Policy

Prices and packages are subject to change at any time without notice. Your package price and session details are secured once your non-refundable deposit has been received.

Session dates are not held or reserved without a paid deposit and completed booking agreement. Inquiries alone do not guarantee availability.

The deposit guarantees your session date and will be applied toward your package balance.

All packages are non-modifiable and cannot be customized. Packages include digital images only unless otherwise stated. Prints, albums, wall art, and other products are available only where specifically included or purchased separately.

RAW files, unedited images, and original camera files are never provided. Final images are professionally edited and delivered in the signature style of ZACE Photography

 

fresh 48/ in-home newborn

 

Lifestyle InHome Newborn Collection


Rather than posed studio portraits, this session captures your family just as you are — holding, cuddling, and loving your newest addition in the comfort of your own home.





Includes:

Lifestyle newborn session with gentle posing and direction throughout

Baby-alone portraits, parent portraits, sibling portraits, and family images

Wraps, bonnets, headbands, and a basket provided

Natural, baby-led moments with a relaxed approach

Use of natural window light and professional studio lighting when needed

20 professionally hand-retouched digital images of your choice

High-end, detailed hand editing on every selected image

Private online gallery for viewing and image selection

$200 Non-refundable deposit with balance due 48hrs before your shoot



**Session Length:**

1.5–2 hours

**Perfect for families who love authentic, heartfelt images and want to remember what life felt like during those precious first days at home.**

Full gallery of color corrected images available for purchase





*Travel fees may apply for locations outside Calgary and surrounding areas.*





 

PRICE

 

$ 795

Fresh 48 Newborn Session


The first hours. The first cuddles. The first memories.


A documentary-style newborn session captured within the first 24–48 hours after birth, preserving the genuine emotions and tiny details of your baby's earliest moments.


Includes:

Session at the hospital, birth center, or your home within the first 48 hours after birth

Natural, unposed storytelling photography

Baby, parents, sibings, and family members included

First cuddles, tiny details, feeding moments, and family connections documented

Macro detail images of fingers, toes, lashes, lips, and hospital keepsakes

Gentle guidance when needed while maintaining an authentic, documentary approach

20 professionally hand-retouched digital images of your choice

High-end, detailed hand editing on every selected image

Private online gallery for viewing and image selection

$200 Non-refundable deposit with balance due 48hrs before your shoot



Session Length:

Up to 90 minutes


Perfect for families who want to remember the emotions, excitement, and unforgettable moments of welcoming their baby into the world.

Full gallery of color corrected images available for purchase




*Travel fees may apply for locations outside Calgary and surrounding areas.*





 

PRICE

 

$ 795

 

In-Home Complete Newborn Collection


Enjoy the beauty of professionally styled newborn portraits without leaving home. We bring the studio experience to you, creating timeless images while your family stays comfortable and relaxed.


Includes:

Portable studio setup brought directly to your home

Professional lighting, props, wraps, and backdrops provided

Multiple posed newborn portraits on backdrops of your choice

Parent and sibling portraits included

Macro detail images of tiny fingers, toes, lashes, and lips

Beautiful, cohesive styling tailored to your vision

Full access to wraps, bonnets, headbands, and newborn accessories

30 professionally hand-retouched digital images of your choice

High-end, detailed hand editing on every selected image

Private online gallery for viewing and image selection

Session Length:


Up to 3 hours (guided by your baby's needs)


Perfect for families who want the look of a professional studio newborn session while enjoying the comfort and convenience of home.

Full gallery of color corrected images available for purchase




Travel fees may apply depending on location. Please inquire for availability and travel rates.

 

PRICE

 

$ 1295

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Newborn Add-Ons

Additional retouched images-$35 each

Grandparent portraits

Fine art albums - from $395

Wall art and professional prints

Rush editing

Milestone or cake smash bundle

Extended family portraits

Custom digital artwork

Why Choose ZACE Photography?

Safety-focused newborn posing

Fully guided experience

Family and sibling portraits available

Access to a curated collection of wraps, props, and accessories

Customized styling for every session

Calm, baby-led approach

Professional newborn studio in Des Plaines

Timeless, beautifully edited images

Booking Information

Best booked during pregnancy

Recommended age: 5–21 days old

Session date confirmed after baby arrives

Non-refundable retainer required to reserve your spot

All props, wraps, headbands, and accessories provided

Proof gallery delivered within 7–10 business days

Final edited images delivered within approximately 2 weeks of image selection

Limited monthly availability to ensure a personalized experience for every family

FAQ

When should I book my newborn session?

I recommend booking during your second trimester to ensure availability. Your session date will remain flexible until baby arrives.

What age is best for newborn photos?


For posed newborn photography, babies are ideally photographed between 5–21 days old. However, beautiful images can still be created for older newborns.

Do parents and siblings participate?

Yes! Family and sibling portraits are included in select collections and are highly encouraged.

How long does a newborn session last?

Depending on the collection selected, sessions typically last 2–4 hours to allow time for feeding, soothing, and cuddles.

Do I need to bring props or outfits?

No. All wraps, blankets, headbands, bonnets, and props are provided. Simply bring baby, diapers, and feeding supplies.

What if my baby is awake or unsettled?

Every session is baby-led. Plenty of time is allowed for feeding and comforting, and safety is always the highest priority.

When will I receive my photos?

Your proof gallery will be ready within 7–10 business days, with final edited images delivered within two weeks of your selections.

Do you provide unedited images?

No. All images are professionally edited to reflect the quality and style of the ZACE Photography brand.

How do I reserve my session?

A signed agreement and non-refundable retainer are required to secure your newborn session.

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Testimonials
Sleeping newborn baby girl swaddled in pink wrap, wearing floral headband, resting in a wicker basket on wooden floor.

Lois is so nice and accommodating. she's been nothing but good to me and my family. the whole time we were there, we felt welcomed and at home on how much she helped us out. we give her 100 stars, and we are looking forward for her services in the future as well! <3

Virnumn J,

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Testimonials
Peacefully sleeping newborn wrapped in white swaddle with floral crown, surrounded by delicate white magnolia blossoms.

Lois was very professional and so sweet. She was patient with our newborn and did such an amazing job with the photos! We were obsessed. I highly recommend her to everyone.


Amani

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Peaceful smiling newborn baby sleeping on a brown textured background.

 

Let's Capture These Precious First Days

Your baby will never be this tiny again. Newborn sessions are designed to preserve the beautiful details, sweet moments, and overwhelming love of these early days in a timeless way.


Every session is custom planned to create timeless images that tell your family's story. Complete the form below and I'll be in touch within 24–48 hours with availability and collection details.

 

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