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Photo Studio Glasgow, Paisley, Renfrewshire

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Professional photo studio Glasgow, Paisley; award winning photographer specialising in babies 1st year and family photography.

My studio is based in Paisley, just outside of Glasgow with excellent transport links for those travelling further afield.

Fully equipped studio filled with all you need for the perfect photo shoot. From stunning newborn bonnets & tiebacks to couture dresses for older girls & accessories for the boys there is something for everyone.

Breathtaking props, luxury handmade items made specifically for photo shoots, lots of backdrops and a friendly, welcoming environment.

Unique wall pieces to fill your home, bespoke albums and photo products, not like anything you’ll find on the high street.

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YOUR SESSION

Telephone consultation to discuss the type of images you like, where you plan on displaying them in your home and what sort of colours etc you’d like to go for.

Deposit to secure your date (if pregnant we secure your due date & leave space either side incase the baby arrives late/early)

I typically book up to 3 months in advance, though sometimes have some last minute availability. Advanced booking is recommended to avoid disappointment, especially for newborns & cake smash sessions.

After your session you will be invited back to the studio to view & choose the images you would like, what sort of wall piece or album you would like to go for and which size would work best in your space, so no need to decide on a package until then.

Each order is completely unique based on your style, needs and spending plan.

Your chosen images will come on USB displayed inside a personalised memory box with your choice of textile and colour & complimentary matching 7×5″ prints ready for you to frame or gift.

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Lockdown Birth at the RAH Paisley

Wondering what a lockdown birth at the RAH, Paisley will be like? Here Kirstin shares her story with other parents to be.

Birth’s at the Royal Alexandra Hospital have soared recently during lockdown. With all the media hype around the strict rules put in place recently there was understandably a lot of worried and anxious parents to be.

I created a support group called Pregnancy & Parenting (West Scotland) where parents and parents to be could share their recent birthing stories. Members have been sharing their positive experiences and easing any concerns that others might have.

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New Mum Kirstin who recently gave birth during the pandemic shared her experience with us and described it as a “memorable experience”. Her post had lots of happy comments stating that it had helped settled nerves. I asked Kirstin if she’d be happy to answer some questions for me to share on my blog and here’s what she had to say.

How did you feel when lockdown was announced knowing you’d be giving birth soon? Did you have to change any of your plans?

I was a little worried, we didn’t know any information on what was happening in the maternity unit regarding Covid-19. We didn’t know if my husband was going to be allowed to come to scans etc at that point. One thing of my birthing plan had to change, and that was that my husband wasn’t able to be with me during my section as due to lockdown, parents health and parents still at work we had nobody to watch our other children.

How was the support from midwives and other professionals during this time? Did they help ease any worries you had?

The support from Midwives was absolutely amazing. From the moment I arrived at the recovery ward before my section. I was greeted warmly and always kept informed by each member of the multi disciplinary team about what was going to happen. When I informed them I was having my section without my partner my midwife reassured me that herself and the team would look after me the whole time. I was pretty scared as I’d had two previous emergency sections. My first which was particularly a very bad and scary experience. The staff held my hand and chatted to me throughout. They stroked my hair when my blood pressure dropped, causing me to be sick. And kept me calm when I got nervous. The anaesthetic nurse took tons of pictures as soon as my son arrived, and one of him next to me on the table so my husband could see them. Up in the ward the staff continued to be amazing by supporting me, talking to me, helping me with feeding him during the night so I could rest.

How was your experience compared to what you thought it would be?

It was 100 times better than I thought. At first, I was so scared about coming out on my own lockdown family bubble and into unknown virus territory.The thought of sharing a room with others was scary after social distancing for so long, but was absolutely fine due to the cleanliness of the ward and staff wearing appropriate PPE and good hand hygiene.Not once was I apprehensive when in the ward. I was scared about going through the section without my husband, but not once did I feel alone.

What advice would you give to those preparing to give birth during lockdown?

My advice is don’t get yourself worked up worrying, as it’s actually a really pleasant experience. Although you’re not allowed visitors it’s nice chatting to the other girls in your room and sharing experiences and advice. My ain advice would be to take plenty of snacks as the meals are awful and due to not having visitors coming you can’t get anything brought in.

How is life with a newborn during lockdown?

It’s hard at times. Not being able to see our parents who are big active roles in our kids daily lives, them not being able to hold their new grandson or help watch the other two kids. I was worried about midwives and health visitors coming in to the house but it’s been fine as they all have PPE on and I make sure kids are out the way when they’re in. Although it’s sad that no family have been able to visit, it’s also been nice to have all the time to spend with my baby and adjust my wee family to the new addition. Also, you don’t need to make sure your house is immaculate and you don’t need to worry about getting yourself presentable for visitors when you just want to stay in your pj’s most of the day!

If you or someone you know has recently given birth and would like to share their experience with others please get in touch via social media or email.

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FaceTime shoot with Lorraine and Paul

Five Stars!

“I had a FaceTime shoot with Danya during the Covid pandemic. With being in lockdown I felt I’d missed out on showing off my growing bump and wanted something I could look back on. Im awkward in front of a camera so this was right out of my comfort zone but Danya was great. She’s very down to earth and quickly put me at ease. She even managed to persuade my husband to get involved and we got some great pictures and had a laugh at the same time. Thank you Danya!”
Lorraine Noble, Carluke. (member of Pregnancy & Parenting Support group)

About the FaceTime Shoot

I must admit I was so nervous when I first launched the FaceTime photo shoots. Since going in to lockdown I just completely lost my mojo. Having not been able to go to my studio and do my regular sessions I just kinda gave up in the hope it would all go back to normal soon.

I have felt a little lost with in all honesty. Would it ever get back to normal? What will ‘normal’ be when this is all over? The pandemic has had a massive impact on my business. I have no idea how my business will survive after this, but I’m keeping hope.

So, I’d seen the FaceTime photo shoot starting to trend in America and thought ‘how cool!’ I loved that technology was allowing people to still capture beautiful moments and allow photographers to remain creative.

Of course, I had doubt. As with any new venture it’s always a risk that people won’t take to it. I wondered if it would be well received in Britain as it had in America. Us Brit’s are known for being a little more shy when it comes to things like this. A lot of people struggle to even FaceTime their friends and family let alone a total stranger! And even more so they hate being photographed. So, here I am, offering to FaceTime total strangers, pose and direct them while taking photos, and I absolutely love it!

Today’s session with Lorraine and Paul was lovely. Lorraine messaged me last night stating that she was due on Monday and wondered if it was too late to book in. I replied wittingly ‘not unless you give birth tonight!’ Which, in reality, was a possibility. So, we scheduled the session for 2 o’clock the next day.

Lorraine and Paul’s shoot

Lorraine let me know she was a bit camera shy and her hubby wasn’t really feeling the idea (like most men usually are). However, after a couple of minutes of chatting Lorraine eased in to the session and blew me away. I managed to have a chat with Paul and talk him round to going in a few pictures and I’m over the moon he did. The connection between them both is heart warming.

Paul got his guitar out and played a little song, which I know he secretly loved. I then used some prompts to get them laughing and create more of a natural expression for them both.

The gave me a virtual tour of their home and we chose the best spots for the pictures. Sometimes Paul was my camera man, then other times we had to sit the phone up on it’s own. In fact, at one point it was stuck to a cardboard box sitting on a chair, really technical stuff!

I’m sure you will agree that their pictures turned out beautiful, and it will be a tale to tell their little one in years to come.

I wish you both all the best on the safe arrival of your little one & your journey in to parenthood. Thank you so much for choosing me to be a small part of your pregnancy journy.

– Danya x

To view more of my sessions please visit me on instagram.

If you are expecting or have recently given birth then head over and join my support group for West Scotland Parents.

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Facetime Photo Shoot

“Facetime photo shoot? What on earth is that?” I hear you say. Well, it’s basically what it says on the tin. We FaceTime one another and carry out a photo shoot within the comfort of your own home. If you feel like you’ve missed the opportunity to have professional photos taken due to lockdown, then these FaceTime sessions are the perfect solution.

“Today i had a virtual photoshoot with the fabulous Danya. I am 32 weeks pregnant so this wasn’t something i had ever done before. Danya made it so fun and exciting. She made me feel so relaxed about everything and helped me through each shot. It was so much fun interacting with my bump and having someone take pictures of it. I couldn’t have asked for a better photographer to do this shoot with me. Everything about it was so comfortable and professional, especially considering the circumstance’s Danya made it amazing. I Cannot recommend Danya enough! We Can’t wait for our little bundle of joy to arrive to book in with Danya again for more professional shots of baby. Total 10/10 experience.”
Shannen McNairn, Glasgow.

What is it?

This virtual photo shoot allows you to create lovely keepsake memories with my professional guidance. I’ll advise you on what to wear, how to pose etc then I’ll take the shot from my end and retouch it for you.

Spurred on by the current situation surrounding Covid-19 and Lockdown, I was inspired by others to jump on the trend of the FaceTime photo shoot, and I can’t tell you how pleased I am that I did! The sessions I’ve done so far have been lovely. So fun and relaxed, just as they would be in my studio,

How do we do it?

“But how does it work?” I hear you ask. Prior to the session I’ll send you through a guide to give you tips on what to wear, how to style your family and little things to look out for. During the FaceTime I’ll direct you on where to stand, how to pose and where to place your phone then, when we’ve got all the right, I’ll screenshot from my end to create your pictures. It’s really that simple. Of course, the quality won’t be anywhere near as good as my professional images but they will still be great to be used online and small prints.

It’s a great excuse to get dolled up and do something different during lockdown. Imagine in years to come, showing your child these pictures when they’re older and explaining to them the extraordinary circumstances we are facing today.

So, if you want to get dolled up and do something different during the pandemic then look no further. It’s an experience you won’t forget with pictures to remind you of the fun memories!

The Perfect Gift

FaceTime photo shoots make the perfect gift for those who have perhaps missed out on having their baby shower or newborn shoot due to the circumstances.

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Lockdown Birth at the RAH Paisley

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How did you feel when lockdown was announced knowing you’d be giving birth soon? Did you have to change any of your plans?

How was the support from midwives and other professionals during this time? Did they help ease any worries you had?

How was your experience compared to what you thought it would be?

What advice would you give to those preparing to give birth during lockdown?

How is life with a newborn during lockdown?

FaceTime shoot with Lorraine and Paul

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About the FaceTime Shoot

Lorraine and Paul’s shoot

– Danya x

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