27 Years · Worldwide Education
World-class education, tools, certification, and community for photographers at every level — built by Ana Brandt from 27 years behind the lens.
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Before props, poses, or elaborate setups — this complete beginner's guide covers everything you truly need to know before you photograph your first baby.
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Live & Online
In Person · CA & NY · 2026–2027
The most transformative experience in newborn photography education. Four full days — hands-on sessions, real babies, real light, real feedback. Seats sell fast.
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Online · 24/7
Learn at your own pace — safety, posing, editing, marketing and more. Available on demand, any device. Use code LEARN70 for 70% off.
Start LearningRetreats · International
International Retreat
Destination · Europe
An intimate, transformative retreat experience in Greece. Photography, creativity, and connection in one of the most beautiful places on earth.
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Destination · Middle East
Explore the ancient landscapes of Jordan on an extraordinary creative retreat. Photography and adventure in a once-in-a-lifetime destination.
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Summer 2026 · New York
New York City · Summer
A summer photography experience in the heart of New York City. Education, inspiration, and community in one of the world's most iconic settings.
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California · Summer
An immersive summer camp experience at Ana Brandt's California studio. Creative, hands-on, and unforgettable — for photographers ready to level up.
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Live Events · Worldwide
Three days. Multiple cities. An immersive live education experience for maternity and newborn photographers at every stage.
Belly Baby Summit · Live
📍 Ana Brandt Studio · Tustin, CA
Maternity, newborn, AI, business, social media, underwater & golden-hour beach. Lunch daily.
Belly Baby Summit · Live
📍 Manhattan — Garment District
Maternity, newborn, AI, business, social media & NYC-specific sessions. Lunch daily.
Belly Baby Summit · Live
📍 Frankfurt, Germany — First in Europe
Central to all of Europe — maternity, newborn, AI, business & specialty sessions. Lunch daily.
Belly Baby Summit · Live
📍 Location TBA
Additional summits in planning. Members get early access and exclusive pricing before public announcements.
International Program
The Ana Brandt International Certified Program is one of the most respected credentials in newborn and maternity photography. Earn your certification, join a global network of verified professionals, and set your work apart.
The Ana Brandt International Certification verifies your skill, safety knowledge, and artistry at the highest level. Join photographers around the world who carry this distinction with pride.
Learn About CertificationLooking to hire or collaborate? Browse our full directory of Ana Brandt certified photographers — vetted professionals around the world who have met the highest standards of skill and safety.
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Worldwide Network
Ana Brandt certified trainers bring the same high standards of safety, artistry, and education to studios and workshops around the globe.
Please note: Ana Brandt is no longer conducting group newborn photography workshops outside of the 4-Day Baby Academy Intensive. For group workshops in your area, please visit our Certified Trainer pages — our worldwide network of certified trainers offer Ana Brandt-approved education in locations around the globe. Interested in becoming a certified trainer? Learn about the Train the Trainer program.
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Expand your skills beyond photography with Ana's growing network of educational platforms and creative resources.
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Learn how to integrate AI into your creative and photography business. A growing community for photographers who want to stay ahead of the curve.
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Turn your expertise into income. The Digital Academy AI teaches photographers and creatives how to build, launch, and grow digital products and businesses.
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Backdrops · Studio
Stunning, professionally designed digital backdrops and studio drops crafted specifically for newborn and maternity photography sessions.
creativedreamdrops.comTools & Guides
Step-by-step guides, posing workflows, business resources, and studio products — everything to build your skills and your studio.
Tools & guides built for
newborn photographers
GuidePosing
A complete step-by-step posing sequence for smooth, safe sessions every time.
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PDFWrapping
Visual guides for the most beautiful and functional wrapping styles in newborn photography.
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WorkflowClient Delivery
A complete client delivery workflow — from gallery handoff to final product. Professional, polished, and ready to use.
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ShopWraps & Outfits
Wraps, outfits, and fabrics made specifically for newborn photographers. Worldwide shipping.
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Ana's workshop completely transformed the way I approach sessions. The safety knowledge alone was worth every penny — I feel so much more confident with babies now.
Sarah M.
Certified Photographer · Texas
I've taken workshops with several educators and nothing compares to what Ana teaches. Her posing workflow is genius — my sessions run smoother and my images are so much stronger.
Jennifer K.
Newborn Photographer · Australia
The 4-Day Academy was a life-changing experience. I arrived as a beginner and left with skills, confidence, and a community of photographers I still lean on every day.
Claudia R.
Studio Photographer · Netherlands
"Ana doesn't just teach photography — she teaches you how to truly see, connect, and create something lasting for the families who trust you with their most precious moments."
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About Ana
Ana Brandt is one of the most recognized names in newborn and maternity photography. For 27 years she has photographed families and for 18 of those years she has dedicated herself to teaching photographers around the world — through workshops, certifications, online education, and mentoring.
"I started with no mentor, no classes. I built everything through trial, error, and deep passion. I teach so that you don't have to start where I did."
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Business, artistry, mindset, and real conversations about the newborn and maternity photography industry — from someone who has lived it for 27 years. New episodes regularly on Apple Podcasts & Podbean.
