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Best Newborn Photographers in Raleigh, NC

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Our goal is to connect people with the best local professionals. We scored Raleigh newborn photographers on more than 25 variables across five categories, and analyzed the results to give you a hand-picked list of the best.

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Wake Forest, NC 27587

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4.8 (42)
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5.0 (41)

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Christy Johnson Photography accepts projects and serves clients in Raleigh and the surrounding areas. The studio's owner and photographer, Christy Johnson, captures portraits of newborns, babies' first year, maternity, and families. Christy has been running her business since 2009 and has photographed hundreds of newborns, babies, and children in the metro. Her work has been featured in Click and Professional Photographer magazines. In addition, Christy spends time mentoring other photographers on running their own businesses.

Holly Springs, NC 27539

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4.9 (126)
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5.0 (26)
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5.0 (1)

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Sally Salerno Photography is a Raleigh-based studio that specializes in newborn portraits. Sally is an all-inclusive photographer, and sessions take place in a home studio where she personally supplies all props. Sally focuses on soft and simple portraits, and she was awarded the 2016 Photography Magazine Excellence Award for Newborns.

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340 Thornwood Ln, Youngsville, NC 27596

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5.0 (25)
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5.0 (3)
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5.0 (3)

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Photographer Michelle Gunton has nearly a decade of experience in newborn and wedding photography. Located in Raleigh, Michelle focuses on providing an enjoyable photography experience, and past reviews have noted her willingness to make her clients happy. Michelle’s photography style is photojournalistic, and she makes sure to capture the candid moments of relationships.

115 East 1st Street, Clayton, NC 27520

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5.0 (39)
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5.0 (15)

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AJS Photo Studio serves residents of Raleigh and the neighboring communities. It offers newborn photography services, including a session with up to five customized setups such as macro images and wrapped and nakey posing. The studio has a private nursing and changing area and uses chemical-free props, outfits, headbands, hats, and wraps. In addition, it specializes in rustic maternity, children, and family photography. Amber, the photographer, is a healthcare provider certified in CPR and BLS, creating a safe photo shoot environment for newborns.

Holly Springs, NC 27540

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5.0 (27)
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4.9 (23)

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Photographer Traci Huffman offers newborn, wedding, and lifestyle portraits to Raleigh and the surrounding areas. Her newborn sessions take place in the client’s home, and she specializes in hospital birth photography. Previous customers appreciate Traci’s patience and willingness to capture the best shot. Traci hosts on-location sessions and is willing to travel.

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Mae Williams Photography LLC

WILLOW SPRING, NC

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5.0 (11)
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5.0 (10)
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5.0 (1)

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Mae Williams Photography LLC holds photo sessions for engagement, maternity, newborn, and family portraits in Raleigh and the surrounding North Carolina areas. Photographer and owner Abby takes photos in her studio, at the client's home, or on location. She has three newborn photography packages. Two of the packages are conducted in the studio and the other is done at the client's home. The studio packages are divided into a full session or a mini-session lasting under an hour.

Fuquay Varina, NC 27526

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5.0 (8)
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5.0 (7)
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5.0 (1)

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Heather Anne Photography has specialized in newborn photography in Raleigh for over five years. Owner Heather Finocchiaro holds in-studio sessions for newborns with a focus on capturing special, unique moments. Heather is a member of the International Association of Newborn Photographers, and her work has been featured on NewbornMagazine.com and PhotographyMagazine.com.

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T&T Photography

405 Anchor Creek Way, Holly Springs, NC 27540

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4.6 (5)
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5.0 (1)

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T&T Photography is a professional photography studio serving the Raleigh area. The photographer offers lifestyle newborn sessions in clients' homes within three weeks of the baby's birth. During the pre-shoot consultation, photographer Tonya offers hats, headbands, baskets, and wraps. To make the images more personal, she photographs newborns in the home and nursery. Clients have access to a password-protected online viewing gallery. T&T Photography also shoots baptisms and birthday parties.

Raleigh, NC 27614

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5.0 (8)

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Newborn photographer Melissa DeVoe offers a professional and relaxed photography experience to Raleigh and its surrounding areas. Melissa has years of experience in newborn photography and is comfortable creating memorable poses in a safe environment. Her professional studio is located in Wake Forest and includes a large selection of props. She also received her MBA in 2005, which provided her with the knowledge and skillset to run a successful photography business.

Durham, NC 27713

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5.0 (35)
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5.0 (6)

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G. Lin Photography is a lifestyle photographer that offers newborn and maternity photography. Professional photographer Genevieve Fu conducts both in-home and outdoor sessions. She works to capture the emotions behind each photograph to create genuine and joyful images that provide a lifetime of memories. She specializes in capturing natural, candid moments rather than posed portraits. Ms. Fu is a member of the Professional Photographers of America and received the Best Photographer in Durham award from Durham Magazine.

Holly Springs, NC 27540

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5.0 (29)
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4.8 (19)

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Hilary Manzone Photography LLC specializes in family photography, including newborn and first-year milestone pictures. Professional photographer Hilary Manzone works with parents to capture natural images that provide a lifetime of memories. She offers in-studio and at-home newborn photograph sessions that range from one to three hours. Her studio includes a variety of newborn props, backdrops, tiebacks, and wraps, many of which she can bring to at-home photo shoots. Each session includes a 20 to 50 proof gallery set.

Wake Forest, NC 27587

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5.0 (35)

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Linsley Schneider Photography provides newborn, expectant mother, and family portraits in the Raleigh area. Ms. Schneider creates authentic images with an emphasis on safety during newborn poses. The studio offers a wide range of packages from a 30-minute sessions to covering an infant's first year, including a cake smash. The photographer's focus is to create an intimate moment that expresses an emotional connection between family members. Sessions may be conducted outdoors, in the studio, or at the client's home.

Raleigh, NC 27613

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5.0 (109)
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4.6 (20)

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Nicole Faby has been a newborn photographer in the Raleigh area for nearly a decade. For family, child, and newborn portraits, Nicole travels up to 15 miles for shoots and works on location outside or in the client’s home. She also has a home studio, and high-resolution, edited images are electronically delivered via a personal gallery. Nicole treats her clients as friends and is dedicated to working hard for the best shot.

Holly springs, NC 27540

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5.0 (19)

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Nuria Bosque Photography is a photo studio serving the families and individuals of Raleigh and the surrounding areas. The studio offers sessions to take photos of newborn babies in the client's home. Its founder and photographer, Nuria Bosque, works to take real and candid photos of the baby and its family that shows the emotional connection between them. She also hosts portrait-style sessions to capture photos of pregnant mothers and entire families.

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Michelle McClafferty Photography

Cary, NC 27518

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5.0 (42)
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5.0 (17)

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Michelle McClafferty Photography serves clients in the Raleigh, NC Triangle area specializing in newborn, baby, and child fine art photography. In addition to being a photographer, Michelle McClafferty is an experienced birth doula which led her to specialize in photographing newborns under two weeks old. Sessions are held in her studio in Cary, NC or on-location per client request.

Raleigh, NC 27603

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Michelle Studios is a licensed and insured provider of newborn photography in Raleigh that strives to capture infant moments and create family treasures from them. The owner and company namesake has been part of the vibrant industry for more than a decade, and she is a recipient of several awards and honors, including features in fine art magazines. The company operates out of a well-kept farm, and clients praise the safe and secure gardens set-up for outdoor shoots. Michelle Studios also takes expert images of older children, anticipating mothers, and entire families. Michelle Studios works with Stampede of Love and has access to small therapy horses to join photography sessions, such as Lightning, a Shetland pony who loves children.

Apex, NC 27523

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Val Stone Photography is a maternity and newborn, family and branding portraiture service in Apex. The founding artist serves individuals and families from Raleigh and the suburbs, including Morrisville and the Research Triangle Park, and she welcomes requests for destination shoots in other parts of the United States. Val Stone Photography is a member of Professional Photographers of America.

Holly Springs, NC 27540

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5.0 (2)

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Nicola Lane is a Raleigh-based newborn, child, and maternity photographer. Nicola is trained in newborn posing and safety, and sessions take place at her in-home studio in Holly Springs. Nicola works to capture timeless photos, and clients are appreciative of her comforting approach to the baby and the family. Nicola Lane Photography is a licensed and insured LLC corporation.

404 E Chatham St, Cary, NC 27511

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Laura Karoline Photography provides newborn, baby, and maternity photography services to clients in the Raleigh metro area. This company offers various packages that clients can decide upon based on the type and scale of their needs. It conducts studio newborn sessions in Laura's studio space located in downtown Cary, and also offers lifestyle newborn sessions in the client's home. Clients also receive access to props and outfits that they can use on their babies. Laura Karoline Photography has over ten years of experience photographing newborns.

Raleigh, NC

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5.0 (19)
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5.0 (18)

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Still Waters Photography serves individuals, couples, and families in Raleigh and the surrounding areas. Located in Fuquay Varina, it offers clients newborn, maternity, and portrait photography. Lisa Marie, the owner of business, offers studio and outdoor sessions and can also come to her clients' homes to perform lifestyle sessions. Specializing in newborn photography, Lisa Marie has been trained extensively in safety and posing and has a full wardrobe of props and designs to choose from.

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Compare our Top Newborn Photographers

NameExpertise RatingAddressPromotionsLearn more
Christy Johnson Photography
Wake Forest, NC 27587
Sally Salerno Photography
Holly Springs, NC 27539
Michelle Gunton Photography
340 Thornwood Ln, Youngsville, NC 27596
AJS Photo Studio
115 East 1st Street, Clayton, NC 27520
Traci Huffman Photography
Holly Springs, NC 27540
Mae Williams Photography LLC
WILLOW SPRING, NC
Heather Anne Photography
Fuquay Varina, NC 27526
T&T Photography
405 Anchor Creek Way, Holly Springs, NC 27540
Melissa DeVoe Photography
Raleigh, NC 27614
G. Lin Photography
Durham, NC 27713
Hilary Manzone Photography, LLC.
Holly Springs, NC 27540
Linsley Schneider Photography
Wake Forest, NC 27587
Nicole Faby Photography
Raleigh, NC 27613
Nuria Bosque Photography
Holly springs, NC 27540
Michelle McClafferty Photography
Cary, NC 27518
Michelle Studios Photography
Raleigh, NC 27603
Val Stone Photography
Apex, NC 27523
Nicola Lane Photography
Holly Springs, NC 27540
Laura Karoline Photography
404 E Chatham St, Cary, NC 27511
Still Waters Photography
Raleigh, NC