This developmental window—when babies can sit independently but aren't yet mobile—is ideal for editorial-style baby photography. They're engaged, alert, and steady enough to be positioned naturally without excessive propping. A large bed provides the perfect platform: safe, comfortable, and strategically positioned for beautiful light.
Great baby photography requires two essential elements. For this little guy, the expression came easily—smiles from behind the camera prompted smiles right back. But it doesn't always happen immediately. Time and patience matter, as does working in familiar surroundings. Mom and dad's bed offers comfort and security that unfamiliar locations simply cannot.
In two-story homes, parents often choose second floors for their bedrooms. This elevation provides a crucial lighting advantage for editorial-quality photography. Upper floors capture more natural window light, creating that soft, diffused illumination publications favor—without harsh flash or artificial equipment.
As a professional portrait photographer, I'm constantly seeking great natural light. When it's available, I optimize it. When the action happens elsewhere, I create it. Understanding how light behaves, where it falls beautifully, and how to position subjects within it separates professional editorial work from casual snapshots.
Location: private residence in North Toronto.
Keywords: baby (40), fun (30), indoor (31), toronto (74), winter (14). 1/640; f/2.8; ISO 1600; 105.0 mm.