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Johannesburg Photographer

Here I post mini shoots as well as useful information and sometimes just something fun or silly.

For a lot of my families this is a first time they coming in for a photoshoot. Booking a maternity pregnancy photoshoot or a newborn baby photoshoot. Or even with the first birthday cake smash or a boudoir photoshoot.

And yes, I think it can be quite a strange one that I do boudoir photos as well as baby photos :) It does make it interesting to do it all from one platform and studio. But I do hope it my service and studio makes you feel comfortable

Apr

Helping Your Little One Sleep: A Guide Through the Challenges

Helping Your Little One Sleep: A Guide Through the ChallengesOne of the most common challenges parents face is getting their babies to sleep peacefully through the night. It's a struggle that many parents can relate to, filled with endless nights of ...

Mar

Why Does Newborn Photography Cost So Much?

"You charge what?! That's way out of my budget!" And its OK, I get it. It is a lot of money considering you just gave birth, had to setup a baby room, get pram, cot, medical cots and more. The reality is, running a Photography studio is ...

Feb

Capturing the Cuteness: Celebrating the Adorable Essence of Babies Through Photography

Babies have a unique way of melting our hearts with their innocent smiles, tiny hands, and adorable expressions. At Monya Photography, we believe in capturing these precious moments that parents cherish for a lifetime.From their first smile to their ...

Feb

Embracing the Beauty of Cosmos Flowers: Book Your Family Mini Photoshoot Today!

As the cosmos flower season approaches, it's the perfect time to embrace the beauty of nature and create lasting memories with your family. At Monya Photography, we're thrilled to announce our cosmos mini photoshoot sessions, where you can capture ...

Feb

Pregnancy supplement, night lights and milk production tea

Some great tips on things I wished I had known earlier! Did you know a baby's teeth form within the first few months of utero? It is vital to drink pregnancy vitamins. Even with your second, third or fourth pregnancy. Personally, I ...

Jan

Capturing the Essence of New Life

Capturing the Essence of New Life: The Artistry of Newborn Photoshoot in the First Three WeeksWelcoming a newborn into the world is a magical and fleeting moment that deserves to be captured with utmost care and precision. Professional ...

Nov

Christmas Mini shoot

🎄✨ Capture the Magic of Christmas with Our Enchanting Mini Photoshoot Package! 📸🎅 The most wonderful time of the year is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate the magic of Christmas than with a festive photoshoot that ...

Oct

Why do photographers watermark their images?

Johannesburg PhotographerWord of mouth is critical for small businesses, often serving as the lifeblood of our growth and success. As photographers, we use watermarks to protect our brand while facilitating the spread of our work through happy ...

Sep

Capturing Precious Moments: Newborn Photography and Baby's First Days

Capturing Precious Moments: Newborn Photography and Baby's First Days Welcoming a newborn into the world is a momentous occasion filled with joy and wonder. Those early days are filled with countless precious moments, and many parents choose to ...

Aug

What is included in the maternity pregnancy packages

Packages for Maternity for Photoshoot SessionMost of my packages do include makeup and all include dresses or fabrics, which you can make your selection from. I do have a wide range of fabrics, dresses, hair accessories and backdrops.Most (not all) ...

Apr

Mom & Me

Mom & Me - photo shoot just for you!Spoil yourself to a portrait photoshoot. A Mom & Me photoshoot is an experience unlike any other. Capture the sweet memories, memories for you both to look back on and enjoy for years to come. ...

Mar

Children's potraits

Child portrait promotion for March, and lets add in April just for the fun Suitable for children 4 years and older. Session done in studio with two outfit changes. One package per child and we can add in some mom & me photos as well.30-45min ...

Jan

Boudoir

Boudoir Besties Photoshoot Get your special gift ready for Valentines day. Yes, I know it feels a little soon to talk about Valentines day. But I bet you the next few weeks are going to go supper fast! Book the promotion for you and ...

Jan

A blessed and prosperous 2023!

2023...here we come! As the year is starting off, I want to take a moment to wish you and your family and prosperous year with much love and blessings. Monya Photography - Johannesburg photography studio! Last year was a long year ...

Nov

Time to grow

Time to GrowIt's human nature for us to grow. We see it in our kids and in the older generation. There is nothing we can do to stop it. Some scientists do say there are ways to slow aging down...but that's not the point of this blog, today. And ...

Sep

Christmas Mini photos for 2022

Christmas Mini Session!This year, I'll be doing the Christmas minis a little different. Instead of set dates, the Christmas setup will be up everyday in the a corner of my studio during October and November ONLY. Contact me at monya@monya.co.za ...

Sep

Newborn photos vs Baby photos

Newborn photoshoot vs Baby photo shoot Why is the window for a newborn shoot so short?When a baby is born, they are very sluggish and sleepy. And their cartilages are still soft (part of the birthing process) and they still prefer the foetal ...

Apr

Mother's day mini photo shoot for May and June 2022

Mother's Day 2022 This Mother's day special will be running from 3 May to 30 June 2022. Great mother's day gift ideas! Mother's day picturesIts so easy for us as moms to loose ourselves in our family life's and often in our work ...

Apr

Inside look into my studio

Here is a bit of an insight into my studio. My beautiful, creative and comfy Photography studio space :) An inside look into my Photography StudioThis is my little heaven away from home. One of the many spaces my creativity gets to flow ...

Apr

How to choose your newborn photographer blog

How to choose your Newborn Photographer If you are reading this and just found out about your pregnancy, congrats! Life is about to change, in an exciting and good way. Becoming a parent is a huge blessing.For the next few months there are ...

Apr

What to expect during your newborn baby photoshoot blog

Hello and Congrats on the arrival of your precious little baby. If you are reading this, you are probably considering to book a newborn photoshoot or you already booked your newborn photo shoot! That's great! I'm so looking forward to meet you. ...

Mar

Easter Mini Photo Sessions

Easter Mini Photoshoot Easter Mini Sessions for 2022And just like that we have jumped from Christmas to Easter Mini sessions...where has the year gone already! Its time for school holidays again and just like that the first term of the year is ...

Mar

What to expect for your cake smash photo shoot

Cake Smash Photoshoot The Smash Cake First Birthday Photoshoots have become quite popular and they are not running down anytime soon! It is a fun way to celebrate your baby's first birthday :) Cake smash cake, cake, cake, cakeIts ...

Mar

Why book a Maternity photoshoot?

Booking a professional photographer for your maternity pregnancy photoshoot is a big step! These 9 months of baby developing in your belly goes by fast and preparation works being done to welcome your newborn baby into this world. All the ...

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