Besides being a photographer, specializing in newborn, birth coverage, and family records… I am a wife and I cultivate this bond of love day by day! I am a mother of four wonderful children and through motherhood, I see my dedication and service flourish! I also strive to cultivate an attentive gaze towards the things above through my inner life! And through photography, I found a new meaning that leads me to eternalize the best moments of this life! Because, after all, that’s what matters: the beauty and sacredness of “being a family”!
This is my story! Now, I also want to be able to capture yours!
Who am I? Nice to meet you!
I am Gisele Becker, your family photographer!
Few Words About Myself Nice to Meet You
Where magic is happening MY SPACE
STUDIO ADDRESS: 118 Salmon Street – Manchester (open by appointment only).
Having a photography studio has always been a dream of mine. For a long time, my family photo sessions were limited to outdoor shoots or newborn sessions in rented studios. But I always dreamed of having my own space, close to my family, where I could ensure the quality, cleanliness, and safety that I value so much for my clients.
Additionally, as a mother of four, I understand how important it is for parents to have a comfortable place to sit and relax after the first few days with a new baby, while the photographer takes care of all the work!
Now, I finally have my dream space! Pinch me! I still can’t believe I work here. I am incredibly grateful and feel so blessed to spend time with my clients in a space that I am so proud of.
Dreams really do come true with patience and perseverance.
How does this happen - YOUR NEWBORN SESSION WERE WE GO!
TEMPERATURE: It will be around 75+ degrees in the studio. Due to this, I will be dressed comfortably for a warm few hours, and suggest you do to! This warm temperature will keep baby’s skin color nice and even, as well as help him stay warm and comfy since he will be undressed for most of the session. You are welcome to bring the clothes you want to change into, and any makeup for touch-ups. There is a private restroom with a full length mirror for dressing.LIGHT & SOUND: The studio will have low lighting, using only the flash at the moment of the click, which is more comfortable for the baby. Throughout the session, a white noise machine will be used to help the baby relax and enter a deeper sleep. But don’t worry! There is a comfortable room with a large sofa, TV with various series and movie options, as well as a fully equipped kitchen, next to the photo area so that mom and dad can relax (deservedly!) during the session.
IF YOU ARE COMING TO THE SESSION…
– WITH BABY ONLY (no siblings): If you live near by, feed your baby immediately before you leave your house to come to the session. If you live more than 45 minutes away, please feed your about 2-3 hours prior to the session, then, plan on feeding him again as soon as you arrive at my studio to get him nice and full before we start the session. Dress your baby in loose clothing so it will be easy to undress him without waking him. We will start with your baby’s portraits right away, and will finish the session with parent photos.
– WITH A TODDLER OR YOUNG SIBLING: Including older brother / sister(s) in your newborn portraits is the perfect way to document this fleeting time in your lives. It’s one of the parts I am most moved by: capturing the joy and sparkle in the siblings’ eyes with the arrival of the new family member!! But for the session to go smoothly, it’s good to be attentive to a few things… please feed your baby immediately before you leave your house to come to the session. This will allow us to start sibling photos right away when you arrive. Young siblings have a short attention span for photos, so we want to make sure we take those photos immediately so the sibling will not have to wait through a feeding. When you get here, I will swaddle your baby in a beautiful wrap and begin the sibling photos. Toddlers have a short attention span, and I don’t want the sibling to have to wait while the baby is fed before we start the photos. Dress your baby in loose clothing so it will be easy to undress without waking them. We will start the sibling photos immediately upon arrival and then proceed with the family photos. Please arrange for a friend or family member to pick up the younger siblings so we can focus on the individual newborn portraits (family photos should be completed within 30-45 minutes after the session begins). If no one is available, it’s best for one of the parents to take the siblings out to eat or play at the nearby park (my studio is very close to Livingston Park) while we finish the rest of the baby session. My studio also has a cozy room with a TV and a kitchen available (in case there is no option for picking up the children). However, keep in mind that a newborn session can last over 2 hours, and children may get bored or make a lot of noise. Please make the necessary arrangements before you arrive to ensure a pleasant experience for the whole family.
MOM & DAD: You are a big part of the session. Capturing the connection between you and your baby is one of my favorite parts. Celebrate this beautiful moment of the love you’ve created!
don't worry!celebrate the beauty
We know that the first days with your baby are filled with emotions, but they can also bring some concerns, like acne, scratches, and skin blemishes. But don’t worry! These little imperfections are normal and part of your little one’s growth. Here at our studio, we capture the essence and beauty of your newborn with all the care they deserve. And the best part: in post-processing, we take care of every detail with the magic of Photoshop. Here I like to show you photo processing. Sometimes you can not see result without direct comparison. So I’ll show you direct compare photo before and after processing, where I made retouching photo, removed background noise and improve color brightness. This way, we ensure that each image showcases the purity and cuteness of your baby, without any worries that may arise. Let us transform these special moments into unforgettable memories, where every smile and twinkle in their eyes shines through!
Hear from Our Happy Clientskind words from kind folk
I loved Gisele's work; it was simply sensational! Her photos beautifully captured our family. Her creativity, professionalism, seriousness, and lightness in each click transformed our photo session into a unique family moment. The way she guided us made the photo time joyful, easy, and fun, which truly reflected in the pictures. I can only thank Gisele. Her punctuality in delivering the photos is also worth mentioning. In short, Gisele, you know how to capture perfect moments and make the most of the beauty of nature. You were extraordinary!
Gi, I have no words to thank you for the care you showed to our family. Everything was perfect; the light and relaxed atmosphere of the moment was excellent! I loved your idea of bringing the bouquet and shells, thinking of every detail. Thank you for your patience and care with our children. We felt taken care of as part of your family! That was the feeling! Now the most challenging part: choosing the photos... haha. It’s impossible!! They all turned out beautiful and captured unique moments that we will never forget. Thank you for capturing every detail!
We experienced the joy of being photographed through your lenses, by your perspective, and received so much care from you. I love these photos! (I still want the others and many more that we can take one day!)
Gisele, thank you so much for every detail of Cecília's newborn photoshoot! Everything was thought out with great care and prepared with much love... and the result couldn’t be any different, right?! The photos turned out wonderful!!! Congratulations on your work; everything was very beautiful and respectful to the baby! We felt very reassured knowing that our little one was being very well cared for and protected during the session. Thank you for each capture; these are memories we will cherish forever! May God bless your work!
Gisele, we are very happy with the results of the photos! Such a special moment in our lives captured with beautiful and sensitive images! Thank you for your attention, care, patience with the children, and creativity for each photo! They turned out beautifully and captured exactly the essence of our family! Congratulations on your sensitivity and professionalism! We love them!
I was delighted with the results of the maternity and newborn photoshoots of Josemaria. But beyond the results – the photos turned out beautiful! – I was enchanted by your sweetness, patience, and joy in photographing our family during such a special moment. What wonderful and happy afternoons we spent with you during both sessions! You managed to eternalize in the photos and in our hearts a very special moment in our lives: the arrival of our fourth child.
A photoshoot full of affection, comfort, and patience. Photos captured with great delicacy and excellent service. Our daughter remained calm and relaxed throughout the session, resulting in wonderful photos that will be cherished in our family forever. Thank you so much for such beautiful photos that brought so much joy to our family! We will treasure everything with great care.
Gi! You are beautiful! Thank you so much for this unique opportunity! Thank you for your so magnanimous heart that manages to capture the infinite with such delicacy through the lens! May the Lord bless you on this new journey!