Rebecca Clarke Photographer

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Rebecca Clarke Photographer Tiny hands don’t stay tiny. Heirloom art from real emotion. Maternity • Newborn • Family • Headshots

We hold an incredible passion for life, love, and documenting the emotional moments that add meaning to our lives. Our approach to photography is natural and relationship-oriented; we love to get to know you long before putting you in front of the lens. This helps us to capture your story authentically, and design custom pieces that instantly transport you back in time.

10/13/2026

I'm convinced newborn photo editing is a form of witchcraft. 🪄

You just sit there, staring at a tiny human on a screen, pressing a bunch of mysterious buttons that only you understand while performing highly specific finger gymnastics.

And then suddenly...

✨ A tiny human looks like a little angel. ✨

Just another day in the life of a newborn photographer in Halifax, working a little digital magic behind the scenes to turn those fleeting first days into timeless memories. 🤍

10/09/2026

Your newborn photographer knits, too. 🧶🤍

That tiny hat? I made it. The little sweater? Also me. And those impossibly tiny pants? Yep, those too.

When I’m not photographing babies, you might find me with a pair of knitting needles in my hands, making something special for the little people who visit my studio.

I love that I can bring a little bit of my own creativity into these sessions. Alongside the wraps, tiny outfits, and carefully chosen props, there are pieces that I've actually made stitch by stitch, specifically for babies this small.

It's one of the little things that makes a session with me feel different. It's not just about creating beautiful photographs. It's about the thought, the artistry, and the personal touches that go into making something special for your family.

And honestly? Knitting pants that tiny might be one of the most satisfying things ever. 🥹

Tiny details. Thoughtfully created. Photographs to treasure long after they've outgrown every last stitch.

10/02/2026

📸 School picture day tradition: take the photo BEFORE we leave the house.

Because as a photographer, I know how to get a beautiful portrait… but I also know my daughter. 🤣

There is absolutely NO guarantee that the hair, outfit, or face will still be in the same condition by the time the school photographer sees her that afternoon. 🫠

So we take our own picture first. Clean clothes, brushed hair, relatively cooperative child. The stars have aligned.

Five minutes later? Who knows.

Parents, tell me I’m not the only one! 🙋‍♀️

09/24/2026

You think that you'll remember how tiny they were...

You won't.

Not because those moments aren't important. Quite the opposite.

It's just that newborn days are a blur of feeding, cuddling, sleepless nights, tiny stretches, and trying to take in every second before it changes again.

You know they're small. You know they're delicate. You know they'll never be this little again.

But somehow, a photograph makes you actually see it.

You see their whole body fitting so easily into your hands. Those impossibly tiny fingers. The softness of their skin. The way they curl into you.

And years from now, when you look back at these photographs, you won't see just your baby.

You'll remember how it felt to hold them when they were this small.

That's part I want to preserve.

09/23/2026

Photographing a newborn with a 4-year-old sibling can be a little unpredictable. 😂

At this age, big brothers and sisters are squirmy, curious, and may or may not be particularly interested in their new baby. And that’s okay! We don’t need them to sit perfectly still or “perform” for the camera.

A few little things can make a big difference:

🤍 Dad stays just out of camera view, but within arm’s reach. His only job is to watch for sudden movements—whether I’ve “got the shot” or not. Safety always comes first.

🤍 A supportive prop gives big brother somewhere to rest his arms. It makes holding or cuddling baby much easier and gives those busy little arms something to do.

🤍 Baby stays wrapped. A snug wrap can help reduce the startle reflex, so little sister is less likely to be disturbed by small movements or sounds from her very curious big brother.

And then we wait for those little moments when everyone settles just enough.

The goal isn’t perfect stillness. It’s creating a safe environment where we can capture the relationship that’s already beginning between them.

Sometimes it’s good to step completely outside the box.No client brief. No shot list. No thinking about what I “should” ...
09/21/2026

Sometimes it’s good to step completely outside the box.

No client brief. No shot list. No thinking about what I “should” be photographing. Just me, another photographer friend, a gorgeous model, and a forest full of possibilities.

The vibe was forest goddess with a little feminine power and protector energy — wild, grounded, soft, and strong all at once.

It was such a fun reminder that photography doesn’t always have to have a purpose beyond making something beautiful and letting yourself play.

And honestly? I think I need to do more of this. 🌿✨

09/02/2026

There’s something I wish every new mom knew before booking a newborn photography session:

You don’t have to have it all together. 🤍

Your baby might be fussy. You might be exhausted. You might have no idea how you're supposed to get everyone dressed, out the door, and to a photography session on time.

That’s okay.

As a Halifax newborn photographer, I know that those early days can feel like a beautiful blur of feeding, cuddling, changing, and trying to figure everything out.

You don’t have to arrive with a perfectly sleepy baby or know how to pose. You don’t even have to know exactly what you want.

That’s where I come in.

During your newborn photography session, I’ll gently guide you, take care of the little details, soothe and wrap your baby when needed, and give you space to simply be present in this tiny, fleeting season.

Because newborn photos shouldn’t feel like another thing on your already very long list.

They should feel like a moment where someone takes care of you, too.

If you’re looking for a Halifax newborn photographer and wondering whether you’re “ready” for your newborn photos, you probably are.

You don’t need to have it all figured out.

When you’re ready, I’m here to help. 🤍

🤍 NEWBORN MODEL CALL | SEPTEMBER 🤍I’m looking for a newborn baby who will be 2 weeks old or younger in September to join...
08/31/2026

🤍 NEWBORN MODEL CALL | SEPTEMBER 🤍

I’m looking for a newborn baby who will be 2 weeks old or younger in September to join me in the studio for a special content creation session!

The goal is to capture some beautiful behind-the-scenes content of what a newborn session is really like, from the little details to the cuddles, posing, and everything in between. 📸🎥

In exchange for your time, the session and 10 fully retouched digital images are complimentary. 🤍

A few things to know:

• Baby must be 2 weeks old or younger at the time of the session
• You must be comfortable with your baby being photographed and the images being shared on my social media and website
• You must be comfortable with behind-the-scenes video clips being captured and shared
• Session will take place in my Hammonds Plains studio
• Preferred dates are September 12th or 19th.

If you have a September newborn, or know someone who does, send me a message with your due date and a little about your family. 💕

I’d love to capture all those tiny newborn details while giving you some beautiful images to remember this fleeting stage, too. ✨

View my work here: https://www.rebeccaclarke.ca

Apply here: https://www.rebeccaclarke.ca/model-calls/

Psssst… did you know I photograph headshots too? 👀While you’ve probably seen me here photographing bumps, babies, and fa...
08/26/2026

Psssst… did you know I photograph headshots too? 👀

While you’ve probably seen me here photographing bumps, babies, and families, I’ve also spent years photographing people in a very different way: helping them feel confident, comfortable, and completely themselves in front of the camera.

So, I’ve given my headshot work a home of its own. ✨

Follow along at Headshots Halifax | Rebecca Clarke Photo for professional headshots, personal branding, team photography, and portraits with a little more personality.

And if you’re here for the babies… don’t worry. I’m not going anywhere.

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139 Sandwick Drive
Hammonds Plains, NS
B4B1V9

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