Info & Pricing Packages
Calgary Luxury Newborn Experience
Those first days with your baby are fleeting — soft, sleepy, and completely unlike any other stage of life.
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.
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 $595**
Essential Newborn
Baby swaddled throughout the session
Up to 1-1.5 hours (based on baby's needs)
Fully wrapped cocoon poses Hands-out and feet-out wrapped poses
Bucket poses
Macro detail images of tiny fingers, toes, lashes, and lips
1–2 beautifully styled setups
10 professionally edited digital images
Private online gallery for image selection and delivery
High-end, detailed hand retouching on every selected images
$100 Non-refundable deposit with balance due 48hrs before your shoot
Add parent: +$100
Price
$ 595
Signatue Newborn
A Baby and parents posed newborn session
Up to 7 carefully styled setups
Macro detail images of tiny fingers, toes, lashes, and lips
Custom styling based on your preferred colors and aesthetic
Full access to the studio's luxury collection of props, wraps, bonnets, headbands, and accessories
Access to the client wardrobe for mom and baby
Online proof gallery featuring all successful images from the session
15 professionally hand-edited digital images of your choice
High-end, detailed hand retouching on every selected image
$120 Non-refundable deposit with balance due 48hrs before your shoot
Session Length:
Up to 3 hours (based on baby's needs)
Optional Add-On:
Sibling portraits: +$50
Price
$ 795
Luxury Newborn
A full newborn experience designed to capture:
Baby-only, parent, and sibling portraits
Up to 6 beautifully styled newborn setups
Macro detail images of tiny fingers, toes, lashes, and lips
Complete custom styling based on your vision and preferred colors
Full access to luxury newborn props, wraps, headbands, bonnets, and accessories
Access to the client wardrobe for mom and baby
25 professionally hand-retouched digital images of your choice
High-end, detailed hand editing on every selected image
$250 Non-refundable deposit with balance due 48hrs before your shoot
Session Length:
Up to 4 hours (guided entirely by your baby's needs)
Price
$ 995
The heirloom Newborn
$ 1795
A luxury newborn session designed for families who want a complete experience and a beautiful heirloom to cherish for generations.
**Includes:**
Baby-only posed portraits, family and sibling images included
Grandparents welcome
Up to 7 beautifully styled setups plus macro detail portraits
Custom styling tailored to your vision
35 professionally hand-retouched digital images of your choice
10×10 fine art leather album featuring your favorite portraits (choice of album color)
Up to 4 hours of shooting time, guided by your baby's needs
Priority editing and gallery delivery
Full access to luxury newborn props, wraps, headbands, bonnets, and studio wardrobe
$500 Non-refundable deposit with balance due 48hrs before your shoot
BUMP AND BABY COLLECTION
From bump to baby, preserve every chapter of your story.
Your pregnancy and your baby's first days are two of the most meaningful milestones you'll ever experience. Our Bump to Baby Collection allows you to document both while enjoying a seamless experience and exclusive savings.
Priority scheduling for both sessions
Consistent styling and artwork
A complete motherhood-to-newborn story
Exclusive collection pricing Save up to $200 when booked together
Many families choose to reserve both sessions at the same time to guarantee availability and enjoy the added savings.
Ask about our Bump to Baby Collection today.
BUMP AND BABY COLLECTION
Essential Bump to Baby
A beautiful way to document both pregnancy and your baby's first days.
Includes:
Essential Maternity Session
Essential Newborn Session
20 edited images total (10 from each session)
Access to maternity gown collection
Online galleries for image selection
Savings compared to booking separately
Perfect for: Families wanting professional maternity and newborn portraits while staying within budget.
Price
$ 1095
Signature Bump & Baby
Our most requested maternity and newborn experience.
Includes:
Signature Maternity Session
Signature Newborn Session
30 edited images total (15 from each session)
Full access to maternity wardrobe
Partner and children included
Private online galleries
Priority scheduling
Perfect for: Families wanting a complete maternity and newborn experience with beautiful variety and family portraits.
Prrice
$ 1,495
Legacy Bump & Baby
A luxury experience designed to preserve every stage of your growing family's story.
Includes:
Luxury Maternity Session
Luxury Newborn Session
70 edited images total
Full maternity wardrobe access
Family and sibling portraits
Priority editing
10×10 heirloom album featuring your favourite maternity and newborn images
Perfect for: Families who want a complete luxury experience and a keepsake album to treasure for generations.
Price
$ 2,295
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
15 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:**
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.**
*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
15 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 90 minutes
Perfect for families who want to remember the emotions, excitement, and unforgettable moments of welcoming their baby into the world.
*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.
Travel fees may apply depending on location. Please inquire for availability and travel rates.
PRICE
$ 1295
Newborn Add-Ons
Additional retouched images
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.
Testimonials
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,
Testimonials
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
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.