Updated October 2026
I absolutely love sharing images from my newborn and family sessions! Not only am I proud of the work I create, but sharing these photographs is how most families discover my photography in the first place.
I also understand that every family has their own preferences when it comes to sharing images online.
Here's a little more about how I use photographs, what I do to respect your privacy, and how my non-usage policy works.
How I Share Your Photographs
When I share images from a session, my focus is on the photography itself—not identifying the family.
With the permissions outlined in my photography agreement, I may feature selected images on:
My website, portfolio, or blog
Instagram and other social media
Photography advertising, competitions, or industry features
I don't publish children's names, birth dates, or personal information, and I don't tag families without permission.
I also often share images well after a session has taken place, rather than immediately.
What About Sleeping Newborn Photographs?
Many of the newborn images I share feature babies peacefully sleeping with their eyes closed.
Closed eyes can make facial recognition more difficult for some systems, particularly when comparing newborn photographs with images taken years later.
And of course, babies change so much as they grow!
While no publicly shared photograph can be guaranteed to remain unrecognizable, I take a thoughtful approach to what I share and avoid including identifying personal details.
My goal is always to showcase the beauty of your photographs, not your family's identity.
Can I Choose Which Images Are Shared?
I'm always happy to discuss your preferences!
For example, some families are comfortable with photographs of their baby being shared but would prefer to keep parent or sibling portraits private.
Others might prefer that I use their images on my website rather than social media.
If you have a particular preference, please let me know before booking so we can discuss what may be possible.
What Is a Non-Usage Fee?
Because photography is a visual business, sharing my work is an important part of how I connect with new clients.
My portfolio is built from real sessions with real families, giving prospective clients an idea of the beautiful photographs they can expect.
When a family prefers that identifiable images from their session not be shared, I offer a $250 non-usage option.
This fee helps offset the loss of being able to use those photographs in my portfolio and marketing.
What Does the Non-Usage Option Include?
With this option:
I won't share identifiable facial portraits from your session.
I will still share little details, such as tiny hands, feet, or the back of your baby's head.
I won't share images with eyes in focus.
If you'd prefer that no images or videos be shared at all, including detail photographs, please discuss that with me before booking so we can arrange a separate agreement.
Non-Usage Fee: A Few Things to Know
Fee: $250 per session.
When to request: Before booking.
Fee waived: With the purchase of a complete image set.
Album: The complimentary Deluxe Collection album is excluded when using this waiver.
Promotions: Non-usage arrangements cannot be combined with other promotional or booking incentives.
Mini or petite sessions: Different requirements may apply - please ask first. You would need to purchase more than the standard package.
A Little Note From Me
After photographing newborns for over 12 years, I can tell you that all of my favorite images are the ones families have allowed me to share.
They help expecting parents see what a newborn session can look like, discover different posing and styling options, and feel confident choosing me as their photographer.
I'm genuinely grateful to the families who allow me to feature their photographs. Their trust has helped me grow my business and continue creating images I'm proud of.
Most families are comfortable allowing me to share selected images, and I'm always happy to answer questions about how their photographs may be used.
If you have specific preferences, please mention them before booking. I want you to feel comfortable with both your session and your finished photographs.
Contact Julia Christina Photography to learn more about my newborn sessions.
Julia Christina
Julia Christina Photography | Redmond, Washington
