Learn from the Best in the Industry

The Academy has everything you need to master and improve your Newborn Photography Business, from beginner to advanced with courses in:

  • Posing - Newborn, Maternity, and Families!

  • Lighting - Bring your work to a whole new level!

  • Editing - Get that beautiful look you’ve been wanting!

  • Marketing and Branding - is easy and the key to growth!

  • Pricing - for profit to grow a sustainable business!

  • IPS Sales - a whole new experience for your clients!

  • Styling and Creating - Indulge and have fun. You deserve it!

  • Safety - the cornerstone to every session!

  • and more...

The APNPI Academy provides you with one place to go for all of your educational needs as a newborn photographer including inspiration, and community!

Apnpi Academy collage of instructor's headshots.

Check out our Collections to help you choose your path!

“Pricing has been a tough one for me, but Bryan makes it make sense and has left me feeling empowered!”

— Kimberly

“I’m so thankful for this organization and the opportunities it provides to push me to be better. Hearing the comments by the judges on my images and then having educational tools to guide my growth has been invaluable. Thank you!”

— Chelsea M.

Training, inspiration, and community...

 

This is for you if...

You want to see an immediate improvement in your posing and lighting

You want to save time and money and improve your business

You want to share your passion of newborn photography

You'd like access to industry leaders time and knowledge

You're looking for a community of supportive photographers

You're interested in life-long learning, growth and development

 

FAQs

  • Yes! Our membership options allow you to sit in the driver's seat. You can choose to participate in the Apnpi Academy without joining our APNPI Organization. You will gain access to our Instructor Videos in our Inspire Masterclass offerings and Thrive Series collection and can participate in instructor discussions in our Facebook Group. When you're ready to strive for recognition and achievements, you can head over to the APNPI Organization and join our elite membership for a discounted rate! You will also be eligible to participate in the APNPI Image Competition!

  • Of course! Our membership options allow you to steer your experience. You can choose to participate in the Apnpi Organization without joining our APNPI Academy offering. You will gain access to our Safety Course, Credentialing, Accreditation and Designation programming and can participate in our twice yearly Image Competitions. You'll even gain access to a selection of sample content from our APNPI Academy offerings and can participate in membership discussions in our Facebook Group. When you're ready to strive for posing perfection or to improve your business acumen, you can upgrade your membership to Platinum status and enjoy the best of both worlds!

  • When you choose to immerse yourself in both the APNPI Organization and APNPI Academy offerings, you will gain access to a complete pathway to professional improvement and achievement joining a long list of members and a collaborative community of photographers. Our Organization and Academy offerings are varied, diverse and thorough. Together, they provide you with a complete collection of resources at a discounted rate to help you find the easy path to success in your career as a photographic artist.

  • Yes! We offer year long renewable memberships in both our Organization and Academy offerings. You can join at any time to gain access to the full compliment of resources, programming and videos. Bonus content is continually being added to our offerings and all content for the year remains available for your access.

  • Courses are available for you to view from the comfort of your own home, at any time that suits you. You can log in at any time, and our instructors are always available to connect in the facebook group.

  • Due to the digital nature of the courses and to respect our instructors’ intellectual property, we are unable to offer refunds.

    We do however offer an impressively curated selection tailored to accommodate and stimulate all levels, and we’re confident you will find something you like at the APNPI Academy.

A Note From The Creators

Hi there! We're Stephanie and Cara and we're interested in your journey as a newborn photographer. We endeavor to offer you the help and support you need to become the best version of yourself and to build a skilled and sustainable business.

Are you struggling with your posing, lighting or editing skills? Do you feel disconnected from your peers or lonely in your passion? We're here to help!

We offer two types of membership to help you to achieve excellence in your career as a photographer.

Our APNPI Organization offers you credentials, Accrediations and Designations along with two yearly image competitions where you can let your light shine and achieve industry revered accolades.

Additionally, our APNPI Academy programming offers you access to a curated selection of impressive teachers.

We can’t wait to work with you! xo

Earn a Newborn Photography Certificate of Completion

Looking for newborn photography certification? Start here. Each pathway completion will receive a downloadable Certificate of Completion and digital badge — a great way to show your commitment to safe practices, professional development, and readiness for formal certification or accreditation through APNPI.

Curated Collections: Choose Your Pathway to Success

Foundations Pathways

Begin with confidence. Whether you're brand new to the industry or transitioning into newborn and maternity work, these beginner-friendly pathways walk you through every essential skill—so you can shoot safely, beautifully, and professionally from day one.

4 Pathways in core newborn + maternity setup, lighting, safety.

Confident Beginnings: Newborn Basics Pathway

Start strong with the essential skills to safely and beautifully photograph newborns.
Learn foundational poses, gentle workflows, and how to navigate your first sessions—even without a studio.

Courses Include:

  • Newborn Photography Essentials: Your Complete Start-Up Guide

  • Essential Newborn Poses

  • Potato Sack Done Safely – From Wrapping to Editing

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Flow & Posing: Next-Level Newborn Sessions Pathway

Take your newborn photography from cautious to confident.
Master smooth transitions, advanced posing techniques, and a more intuitive session flow.

Courses Include:

  • Newborn Posing Mastery

  • Transitioning Newborns Workflow

  • The Natural Photographer – Baby-Led Posing

Maternity Essentials Pathway

Confidently photograph expectant mothers with beauty, grace, and comfort.
From styling and posing to lighting and expression, create unforgettable portraits during this once-in-a-lifetime season.

Courses Include:

  • Maternity Inspirations – Creating Unique Portraits

  • Newborn Posed Photography Without a Studio

Master Lighting Pathway

Master natural and studio light—even in small or home-based spaces.
Discover how to use light to enhance your portraits, set the mood, and elevate your image quality from the very start.

Courses Include:

  • Uplighting with Kayleigh Ashworth

  • All About Light: Creating A Varied Gallery

  • Elevate Your Lighting

Creative Mastery Pathways

Take your photography to the next level with advanced posing, styling, editing, and creative techniques designed to set your work apart and captivate your clients.

3 Pathways in posing, styling, editing, visual storytelling.

Posing & Styling Mastery Pathway

Create stunning, unique sessions with expert posing and styling techniques for newborns and maternity clients.
Learn to confidently style, pose, and capture beautiful moments that clients will treasure.

Courses Include:

  • The Art of the Womb Bowl

  • Creative Newborn Wraps

  • Newborn Sibling & Family Flow

  • The Ultimate Prop Posing Workflow

  • Maternity In Motion

Editing & Post-Processing Excellence Pathway

Turn your images into art with award-winning editing techniques and workflows.
Master Lightroom and Photoshop fundamentals, unlock little-known secrets, and create varied, dynamic galleries.

Courses Include:

  • Award Winning Editing for Maternity Photography

  • Little Lightroom Secrets

  • Mastering the Fundamentals of Photoshop

Creative Growth & Competition Pathway

Push your creativity further and showcase your work with confidence.
Discover how to plan and produce competition-worthy images, and get your feet wet with your first image contests.

Courses Include:

  • Dipping Your Toes In Image Competition

  • The Birth of a Photo - Planning Award Winning Images

Business Success Pathways

Pricing, marketing, sales.

3 Pathways to set you up for success.

Business Foundations Pathway

Start smart. Build a strong, sustainable foundation for your photography business.
Learn how to price for profit, set financial goals, and create a professional setup—whether you're working from a home studio or dreaming of something bigger.

Set the stage for profitability and professionalism.

Courses Include:

  • Pricing for Profit

  • How To Set Financial Goals and Achieve the Income You Want!

  • The Tiny Studio


Marketing & Client Attraction Pathway

Fill your calendar with dream clients and become the go-to photographer in your area.
Develop a magnetic brand, master marketing strategies that actually work, and use seasonal campaigns and personal branding to consistently attract new bookings.

Stand out, get found, and fill your calendar.

Courses Include:

  • Marketing Essentials for 2025 with Stephanie Robin

  • Real World Marketing

  • Personal Brand Photos You Must Have & How To Use Them Effectively

  • Monetize Your Mini Sessions!

  • Babies First Year Marketing Program

Sales & Growth Systems Pathway

Scale your business with streamlined systems and confident selling.
From in-person sales to mindset mastery, discover how to maximize your income, reduce burnout, and build a business that supports your lifestyle and long-term goals.

Streamline your workflow and confidently close higher sales.

Courses Include:

  • Crushing Perfectionism: Unleash Your Creative Potential

  • Journey to a Multi 6-Figure Studio

  • IPS - In Person Sales Workflow