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New Positions and Angles
Your baby won̵7;t be able to move far, but this shouldn̵7;t matter as you can create new photo opportunities by moving around him. A variety of angles can yield effective results. Try being creative with where and how close you take the photo from. Pictures taken from the side or of only the baby̵7;s head can be as effective as a head-on photo from a medium distance. Use cropping technology to remove any blank space from the photo, so your baby fills an adequate amount of the frame in each shot.
Lighting
The problem with using your camera̵7;s flash is that it can lead to your baby squinting in the photos or displaying red eye. To eliminate these problems, take photos using natural light provided by a window. Avoid taking shots at midday unless you̵7;re in the shade, because the light at this time can cause similar problems.
Camera Modes
Many cameras allow you to select different modes before taking a photo. Common modes include sepia, black and white, and warm, so take advantage of these by varying the setting on which you take baby shots. You could try taking a similar shot in each mode to create an interesting effect if all of the photos are printed. Editing software also can be used to alter the photo̵7;s colors after you̵7;ve added the shots to your computer.
Capture Everyday Shots
It̵7;s worth keeping your digital camera by your side as much as you can, since you never know what babies will do next. This is easy with smaller cameras. Take advantage of anything your baby does to get an interesting photo, even if it̵7;s the first time she eats a food she doesn̵7;t like for example. Your baby could be throwing a tantrum or asleep, but that doesn̵7;t mean you can̵7;t get a creative photo.
Set-Up Shots
Not all photos have to have an everyday look about them, however. Sometimes you can create something interesting by deliberately posing the baby. Some suggestions include placing the baby in an Easter- or Christmas-themed basket, for example, or on a rug surrounded by her favorite toys. Photographing your baby with your partner or a family member works too. For instance, you might photograph the baby̵7;s hand next to the considerably larger hand of her brother.