The studio has everything you need for baby! I have hundreds of wraps in every color, handmade newborn outfits and knitted items along with a large inventory of props.

I specialize in creating timeless, breathtaking newborn photography for families in La Grange, Texas and all surrounding areas. Clients often travel one to two hours to my studio. I also offer the option for in-home sessions if that is your preference.  At my studio I have many backgrounds as well as a white bedroom with luscious window light perfect for maternity and newborn sessions as well as a glass house and other outside areas available for you free to use (weather permitting).

When you choose me for your newborn session you are not just booking a session, you are investing in over 40 years of experience in photography and working with newborns. I have a cozy studio for babies and stunning images that stand the test of time. 

I believe that those first family snuggles, tiny newborn details, and the love between siblings are too special to skip so I highly recommend including your entire family in the session but realizing that not all parents feel like they are ready to be included in the photos, I offer two different baby only sessions, the MINI and the FULL sessions.

Appointments typically take place on weekday mornings at 9 am (or the occasional Saturday or Sunday depending on availability) when baby is 5-12 days old. If baby ends up spending time in the NICU, please don't stress about the timing as preemies have a larger window to get those sleepy newborn poses and I am also well able to work with babies that are a little older.  They are just more touchy and take extra care and time to work with.

It is recommended that you book 2-3 months prior to your due date to ensure availability. While last-minute openings may be available, booking early ensures I am able to photograph your baby during that key 5-21 day window. Should the baby arrive early, we can always make changes to your session date.

Detailed packages are listed below. Please keep in mind that digitals are edited for color, density and cropping, they are NOT retouched. Retouching can be purchased through an upgrade. PLEASE read all the details so you will understand what is included in each package!  Three simple options are available to choose from.

Just Baby MINI Newborn Session - $299.

- A session just for baby.

- Up to ONE hour of time.

- Wrapped/swaddled poses only. Various props and wraps can and will be used.

- 15 of your favorite images edited but unretouched from the session OR $299 in studio print credit including the matching digitals you order from.

- Private online gallery from which you make your selections

This session is great if you are looking for something a little more budget friendly or you just want photos of your new baby this is the package for you.

The Full Just Baby Newborn Session - $399.

- A session just for baby

- 2-3 hour of time

- 20 of your favorite images edited but unretouched from the session OR $399 in studio print credit including the matching digitals you order from.

- Wrapped/swaddled poses as well as in outfits in various baby led poses. Various props and wraps can and will be used.

- Private online gallery from which you make your selections.

The EXTENDED Newborn Session - $499.

- A session for the baby, the parents and the siblings.

- 2-4 hour of time

- 26 of your favorite images edited but unretouched from the session OR $499 in studio print credit including the matching digitals you order from.

- Wrapped/swaddled poses as well as in outfits in various baby led poses. Various props and wraps can and will be used. This session can include a variety of shots with the family altogether, the siblings together, mom and dad with the newborn, the mother and child and the father and child.

- Private online gallery from which you make your selections

Please keep in mind that digitals are edited for color, density and cropping, they are NOT retouched. Retouching can be purchased through an upgrade. PLEASE read all the details so you will understand what is included in each package!

Newborn Portrait Retouching  - Every newborn is perfect just as they are—but sometimes little things like baby acne, blotchiness, or scratches can distract from the timeless beauty of your portraits. That’s why I offer professional retouching as an added upgrade option with every newborn session. I carefully and naturally smooth skin tones while keeping your baby’s delicate features intact, so the final portraits reflect the pure, fresh look you’ll want to cherish forever. Your little one will still look like themselves—just the way you remember them—without the temporary newborn blemishes.  These options are offered in the shopping cart area of your gallery.  The Basic finish does NOT include any form of retouching at all.  

A 50 percent deposit is due to reserve your session date and time with the balance including sales tax due no later than the day of the session.

I can promise you that I have worked long and hard at the delicate craft of photographing newborns. Many years of experience and studying special soothing, wrapping, safe handling and posing of newborns have gone into working to provide the very best experience for my clients.

You will find my studio to be quite comfortable and relaxing. I know many (if not all) new parents are overwhelmed and sleep-deprived so it is incredibly important to me to do my best to assure that the effort you put into taking the time to have this short-lived time captured is rewarded with beautiful images.

WHAT TO WEAR AND PROPS

I have lots of adorable props, baskets, boxes, wreaths, wraps, hats and headbands that you are free to use for your session! In fact, over the years I have amassed a whole lot of things for my newborn sessions that also include an extensive array of backgrounds and fabrics. Depending on which session you purchase, you are also welcome to bring things that are special to you and I will try to incorporate them into the portraits. If you have a specific prop in mind that you see in any of my galleries please inquire as I do not own all the props you may see in my samples. Many of them are brought by the parents just for their child. 

After you schedule your session with me I will share my Session Prep Guide with you so we can work together for the most successful newborn session possible.

MATERNITY SESSIONS... studio or location

Studio or location maternity sessions are available. If you prefer a location or outdoor session or want to add your spouse or children,  you will be allowed to upgrade for an additional fee.  Locations within a 10 mile radius of the studio incurs an extra fee of 50.  For locations beyond that, travel will be added at the rate of 2.75 per mile charges one way after the first 10 miles.

I have quite a large selection of stunning maternity gowns and draping fabrics you can use or you can wear  your own. Please plan to bring a well fitted strapless nude bra and panties for your maternity session.

NEWBORN GIFT REGISTRY

Don't forget to ask about the Newborn Gift Registry! Your friends and family can purchase gift certificates from me in any amount to go towards your Newborn or Maternity Portraits!