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Your Baby in Pictures: The New Parents' Guide to Photographing Your Baby's First Year

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I discovered Me Ra Koh a few years ago when I ordered her DVDs "Refuse to Say Cheese" and "Beyond the Green Box". I found that I loved her warm, informal style and was greatly encouraged to re-learn what I'd known about real photography.

How wonderful to find that her book has the same Me Ra character--a friendly, down-to-earth friend who comes alongside you and shows you what she's doing with her camera to capture a certain sense. I grieve over the fact that I didn't have this knowledge when my own babies were new & squishy, since I was in such a sleep-deprived exhaustion that these "photo recipes" were what I needed Me Ra provides clear explanations and cuts right through technical confusion to open up a whole new world of photographing memories. She explains why it is she's doing what she's doing, which creates continual "a-ha" moments that make learning a new hobby so approachable. What sets this apart from any other book out there is the loving treatment of all those unique baby moments from someone who has obviously been there and cherished them: the fleeting hair swirl, baby feet, the love pats while feeding, inked-up baby feet at the hospital, .

Babyhood, much to my sorrow, is all too fleeting, and I only wish I'd had this book sooner so that I could have had this knowledge while my own were still in the newborn phase. Without question, I am giving this as my favorite New Baby Gift.

Love this book. Anyone who has a baby in there life needs to have a copy of this book. It is clear, concise and inspiring. The "recipes" are easy to understand and the results are beautiful. This is a must have and would also make a great gift.

This is a great book for any new parent out there--the helpful information about how to take a photograph, how to use your camera as well as capture the moment is great. As a new mommy and a photographer also, I was encouraged to see my baby with new eyes all over again! Thank you MeRa for the great book!

MeRa is fabulous throughout the book and in person--you won't be disappointed!

I love love love this book! I am a family portrait photographer, but I have never been over the moon about my newborn photos. Now I am! If you are an advanced photographer you will get a ton of ideas for natural posing and things to do during the shoot. And if you are a beginner, this book, and everything else Me Ra Koh is the thing for you! Me Ra's style is simple great photos- and she gives you just enough technical information to get there. The photo recipes are so helpful to get you started. A great way to learn is to copy someone you admire, and the more you shoot the more your own style will emerge. Get started with newborns with this book!

This book is beautifully done. I love this book!

It is so easy to understand, and gives you clear tips and instructions on not only the technical aspects, but the ideas behind the photos. It explains the concept of storytelling, which is so needed when photographing your baby.

Such a great book to not only read, but use as a handy guidebook. plus, it is not only for DSLR usesrs, but also the Point and shooters out there. I would totally recommend this book for anyone with a new baby, or anyone who may be interested in getting into the business of photographing babies and children.

I have been following Me Ra for a long time, she is a true inspiration for anyone wanting to take better pictures or a person wanting to become a rockstar photographer. This book is so well written and I love the design. I have been a portrait photographer for over a year and there are so many new tips and tricks in this book that I cannot wait to try. thank you Me Ra for all you do! your awesome and so is this book!

For anyone who wants to photograph babies, this book is perfect -- it couldn't be better. Not only does the book explain the technical aspects of good photography (aperature, ISO) it also describes how to compose a picture to get the best out of your subject -- in this case, BABIES!! Me Ra Koh sets up each shot so you know what time of day works best, what camera settings to use, and she includes other wonderful tips to practically guarentee success. Plus, the photos she includes in her book are breathtaking. At this price, you can't go wrong.

If you want to great pictures of your baby and you only point and shoot this book will help you do that and even better, pave the way to using a digital SLR, with confidence. I wish this had come out sooner, but I'm glad it's here!

Looking through this book...amazing! She has done everything! Taken away all the guess work! She is brilliant & can't believe how easy this will be to follow, even for a beginner photographer, and pro photographers can still learn from this jewel! So glad I found it :)

This book is great for beginning photographers and experienced photographers alike. Me Ra doen't just jump into photographing your baby but gives great tips and tricks for general photography (with examples). The best part, however, is how the book is broken down into the different stages in your child's first year beginning with 0-3 months.

My first born child is due in one week, and I can't wait to use Me Ra's book to capture the story of my child's life!