There’s something truly magical about spring—the air feels fresher, the flowers bloom, and new life is everywhere. It’s a season of softness and beginnings. When it comes to color palettes, nothing captures that tender, airy feeling quite like pastels.
Pastels—soft pinks, baby blues, gentle lavenders, and creamy yellows—mirror the delicate nature of both the season and newborns. These tones have an inherent calmness and serenity that enhances the innocence and warmth of a new baby. In a way, they feel like a visual lullaby—soft, soothing, and timeless.
Spring is a season full of promise and softness, making it the perfect time to celebrate new beginnings with delicate colors. Pastels provide that gentle touch—subtle yet impactful—that makes newborn photos feel like treasured memories from the very start. If you are a parent dreaming up the perfect shoot, pastels are a beautiful, timeless choice as well as neutrals. I encourage parents to choose neutrals but also a couple of colors for their sessions to create variety but also photos that will withstand time and never look dated.
~Brandy Lewis (East Bay Newborn Baby Photographer)