We are happy to introduce to you NewbornPhotography.com Member Angela McLaughlin from Tiny Touch Photography this week. Angela is a maternity and newborn photography based out of Gambrillis, Maryland. In addition to maternity and newborn photography, Tiny Touch Photography also photographs toddlers, children and families together. Angela is a mother of four and works full time as a professional photographer.
Let’s get to know more about Tiny Touch Photography and tour her beautiful studio space!
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How did you become a photographer?
Photography wasn't really a hobby for me. As a child my pictures were always out of focus and sideways, and I wasn't involved in the yearbook committee in high school. That is until January 2008 when I compared two very similar pictures I took of my 2 year old daughter. The two pictures, taken just 5 months apart literally stopped me in my tracks because she had changed so much in that short amount of time she could of been her own big sister...and I completely missed it. My passion for photography grew overnight at that moment and I was desperate to capture every moment of my 4 kids' lives.
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How long have you been in business?
4 years, since August 2009
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How long have you had your studio?
My studio officially opened in July 2013. Prior to this amazing space I had an in-home studio for 2.5 years.
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Where is it located?
The studio is located in Gambrills Maryland, which is in the center between Baltimore, Annapolis and Washington DC.
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What do you photograph in your studio?
90% of studio sessions focus on newborns and babies up to one year. I also photograph maternity, children and family sessions.
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Do you use natural light or studio light in your studio?
I use 100% studio lighting.
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How long did it take to build/finish your studio space?
From the first drawing of the floor plan to the finished product took 5 months. It was a completely unfinished space as it was a new construction so I was able to customize and build it exactly how I wanted it. In total it is just over 1400 square feet which is just perfect.
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How would you describe your studio space?
The studio has a very homey and comfortable feel. I wanted clients to feel like they were at home here. The design is very clean and not the typical bright white look seen in most studios.
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Did you have a certain vision in mind when creating your space?
I absolutely love color so I knew when designing a studio that I would want the opportunity to use lots of colors during my sessions. I knew I wanted two full setup spaces with different options for the most flexibility possible. The shooting space has 18 background choices and 2 permanent flooring choices. I also knew I wanted every convenience that a client would have at home...a place for the older children to go play, items they may have forgotten and comfortable furniture for them to relax. I also wanted it to be 'my' style so I designed the space much like my home is designed.
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What is your favorite thing about your studio space?
Everything about it is my favorite! I love how comfortable it is, how flexible it allows me to be, and that I was able to organize everything with the different rooms. My absolute favorite thing however is the fact that I now can separate my work life with my home life. Now when I am home I can be 100% home and present with my husband and kids and leave work at work. Then, when I'm at work I can be more efficient without the distractions of home.
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Thank you for sharing with us Angela!
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