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Fine-Art styled portrait of a baby boy in a brown knit romper against an autumnal backdrop, photograph by Christchurch Baby Photographer Kirsten Naomi Photography

Little Legacy Sessions

CHRISTCHURCH BABY MILESTONE PHOTOGRAPHER + CHRISTCHURCH FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHER

Fleeting moments. Beautifully captured. Cherished forever.

Little Legacy Sessions are a 45-minute portrait experience that's ideal for older babies, toddlers, young children and teens. They are perfect for marking milestones, celebrating birthdays, or simply updating your family collection with a handful of exquisite portraits. Little Legacy makes it effortless.

​You asked — and we listened. Our Little Legacy Sessions were created in direct response to the many parents who told us they wanted a shorter, more focused session to capture just a few beautiful images of their children as they grow. You'll receive the same thoughtful, bespoke service you get with our signature collections, and will still experience the blend of warmth and expertise we are known for, but in an express, child-friendly format.

A smaller session. A timeless result. A legacy your family will treasure.

What do you get?

We like to keep it simple. Here's what you need to know.

01.

You'll receive four images, beautifully finished in our signature fine-art style.​​​​

02.

Choose two outfits to be photographed. You'll have full use of our studio wardrobe and props.

03.

It will take 45 minutes. 

These sessions aren't suitable for newborns.

View Newborn Sessions

04.

It will cost $650 for a Little Legacy Session and $850 for a Sibling Legacy Session.

When is Best ?

Smiling Sitting baby with a flower crown by Christchurch Baby Photographer Kirsten Naomi Photograph

7 - 10 months​

 

We love photographing babies at the sitting (but not yet crawling) stage. This is such a delightful age — full of smiles, personality, and wonder. We can capture a beautiful range of expressions and moments, from playful curiosity to serene introspection.

Gleeful toddler with a wooden toy car by Christchurch Baby Photographer Kirsten Naomi Photography

12 months

 

Celebrate your baby's incredible journey through their first year of life and your achievement in surviving a full year of parenting! 

 

Your little one only turns one once, so make it a memory to treasure forever! 

Beautiful teenage girl in a sparkly pink gown holding flowers, by Christchurch Family Photographer Kirsten Naomi Photography

Birthday Update

As your baby becomes a toddler, then grows into an independent child — and eventually, an opinionated teenager — there’s still something truly special about capturing an annual portrait. It’s a beautiful way to see just how much they’ve grown, year after year.

Kirsten's studio is lovely and inviting, with so many gorgeous outfits and props to choose from. Kirsten is extremely good at capturing shots with a very energetic crawler who didn't want to stay in one spot! Our photos were stunning, and we can't wait to get some framed to hang up. Highly recommend

Kate 

                  Google Review

Little Legacy Sessions

Ideal for Older Babies, Toddlers, Young Children and Teens

Curated studio wardrobe and photogenic props

The session begins with choosing one or two outfits for your child, and we’ll collaborate on the overall look and feel of your portraits. Our littlest clients absolutely light up when they see our gown collection — and we love seeing their confidence and joy come alive in front of the camera. We have clothing options for boys to age 8 and for girls of all ages. You can also bring your child photo-ready if you think they would be unsettled by changing outfits or would prefer to bring a favourite from home. We want the session to be fun, and the fastest way to help young children relax is to play. We have a range of photogenic wooden toys and games, as well as cute cuddly bears and bunnies that they will love.

Choose your favourite backdrop from our rotating selection

Each month, we rotate our backdrop colours — including seasonal favourites like our gorgeous Spring and Autumn florals — so you can select the aesthetic that suits your vision. Just make sure to book on the correct date to align with your preferred backdrop.

Every Image, Beautifully Finished in Our Signature Style

​Every image is professionally retouched in our signature fine-art style, just like our larger collections. You'll select your final images from an online proofing gallery, with the option to purchase additional images for $150 each. The collection is delivered digitally, but you'll still have access to our bespoke printing and framing service if you’d like to turn your portraits into lasting heirlooms.

When should you book a full-length session, rather than a Little Legacy?

Little Legacy Sessions are designed to be short and sweet, perfectly matched to a young child’s attention span. This won't suit every child. If you think your child will need more time to settle in before being photographed, we recommend choosing one of our full-length Baby and Toddler Sessions (link below). In these sessions, we've allowed time for your child to get used to the studio, with extra time set aside to ensure everyone is relaxed and can take the time needed to play away from the camera, have snacks and cuddles. For some children this is an essential part of the process and allows us to get beautiful natural photos, even with a child who is reserved and a little nervous around new people.  Little Legacy Sessions are exclusively for children. If you’d like to be included in the photos, we invite you to book one of our full-length Child + Family Sessions (link below). Family portraits are important because we need to 'exist' in photos alongside our kids. We recommend aiming for a full family session every couple of years.

Little Legacy Sessions cost $650, and you can add extra images for $150 each when selecting your collection. 

Kirsten is so wonderful, she made us feel so welcome at her amazing studio. Everything was relaxed and professional, and the photos we have are just gorgeous I love them all! Kirsten and Lynley are the perfect duo, super friendly, kind, patient, and they just make you feel so relaxed and at ease. I definitely recommend Kirsten Naomi Photography to anyone looking for absolutely beautiful photos.

Gabby 

                  Google Review

Sibling Legacy Sessions

The Perfect Set of Sibling and Individual Portraits for up to Three Children

What if I have more than three children?

Sibling Legacy Sessions are designed for up to three children to ensure we can get a mix of individual portraits and at least one group photograph. If you have more than three children, please select the 'additional child' option when booking your session. Each additional child costs $150. For every additional child, we will add one photograph to your collection to ensure you still have a mixture of group and individual portraits.

Curated studio wardrobe and photogenic props

The session begins with choosing one or two outfits for your children, and we’ll collaborate on the overall look and feel of your portraits. Our littlest clients absolutely light up when they see our gown collection — and we love seeing their confidence and joy come alive in front of the camera. We have clothing options for boys to age 8 and for girls of all ages. You can also bring your children photo-ready if you think they would be unsettled by changing outfits or would prefer to bring a favourite from home. We want the session to be fun, and the fastest way to help young children relax is to play. We have a range of photogenic wooden toys and games, as well as cute cuddly bears and bunnies that they will love.

Choose your favourite backdrop from our rotating selection

Each month, we rotate our backdrop colours — including seasonal favourites like our gorgeous Spring and Autumn florals — so you can select the aesthetic that suits your vision. Just make sure to book on the correct date to align with your preferred backdrop.

Every Image, Beautifully Finished in Our Signature Style

​Every image is professionally retouched in our signature fine-art style, just like our larger collections. You'll select your final images from an online proofing gallery, with the option to purchase additional images for $150 each. The collection is delivered digitally, but you'll still have access to our bespoke printing and framing service if you’d like to turn your portraits into lasting heirlooms.

When should you book a full-length session, rather than a Sibling Legacy?

Sibling Legacy Sessions are designed to be short and sweet, perfectly matched to a young child’s attention span. This won't suit every child. If you think your children will need more time to settle in before being photographed, we recommend choosing one of our full-length Baby and Toddler Sessions (link below). In these sessions, we've allowed time for children to get used to the studio, with extra time set aside to ensure everyone is relaxed and can take the time needed to play away from the camera, have snacks and cuddles. For some children this is an essential part of the process and allows us to get beautiful natural photos, even with a child who is reserved and a little nervous around new people.  Sibling Legacy Sessions are exclusively for children. If you’d like to be included in the photos, we invite you to book one of our full-length Child + Family Sessions (link below). Family portraits are important because we need to 'exist' in photos alongside our kids. We recommend aiming for a full family session every couple of years.

Sibling Legacy Sessions cost $850, and you can add extra images for $150 each when selecting your collection. 

Would highly recommend Kirsten Naomi Photography. My little girl's photoshoot took place in a very relaxed environment, and Kirsten managed to capture some amazing photos despite my very active little girl, who doesn't stay still for very long! She had a wide range of cute outfits and props to use. We were amazed by the quality of the photos, which we will treasure for a lifetime.

Sarah 

                  Google Review

Qualifications

Badge showing Kirsten Naomi Photography's APNPI Qualifications
Qualified Newborn Photographer

Accredited with Newborn Photographers International since 2018

Badge showing Kirsten Naomi Photography's NZIPP Qualifications
Accredited Professional Photographer

New Zealand Institute of Professional Photography

Badge showing Kirsten Naomi Photography's Portrait Masters Qualifications
Accredited Photographer

International Portrait Masters

Eleven Month Old Baby Girls in pink by Christchurch Baby Photographer Kirsten Naomi Photography

FAQ

Booked clients may like to view our handy quick reference 'what to expect' preparation guides.

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