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Best Newborn Photographers in Austin

Our Recommended Top 17

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Our goal is to connect people with the best local professionals. We scored Austin 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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2304 S. Lakeline blvd, Cedar Park, TX 78613
  • Family Photography
  • Outdoor Maternity Photography
  • Photography Studio
  • milestone photography
  • Studio Newborn Photography
  • Studio Maternity Photography
  • Client Closet
  • Maternity Portraits
  • Newborn Photography
  • Props Available
  • Family Portraits
  • Maternity

Why choose this provider?

Hello Photography is a newborn and maternity photographer based in Austin. Jen Rizy is the practicing artist and specializes in capturing the finest details of her clients' biggest life moments through on-location or studio sessions in Cedar Park. With her expertise as a professional photographer, she can create lasting memories for families. Clients confirm that working with Hello Photography is an excellent experience from start to finish and that Jen is hard-working, patient, and talented.

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5.0
Google
5.0 / 5 (40)
Facebook
5.0 / 5 (36)

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Price: Maternity and newborn packages start at $700 and increase based on what is included in the package

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2701 S Hwy 183 Suite C, Leander, TX 78641
  • Birth Photography
  • In home Newborn
  • Fresh 48
  • Family Portraits
  • Cake Smash
  • Newborn
  • Newborn posed
  • Newborn Photography
  • Maternity Photography
  • Maternity
  • In-home Newborn Photography
  • Lifestyle Newborn
  • Family Photography
  • Family
  • Birthday Parties
  • Family
  • Maternity
  • newborn studio
  • Milestones
  • Baby
  • Newborn
  • Motherhood
  • Personal Branding

Why choose this provider?

My Unique Picture Photography is a maternity and newborn studio based in Austin. Owner Shabnam is a natural and studio light photographer who has been in the field for over 15 years and has completed training on newborn safety. She is a practicing artist who specializes in capturing the details of her clients' life moments through on-location or studio sessions in Leander. Her studio provides apparel, costumes, and props. Shabnam also takes pictures of babies celebrating their first birthday and offers cake smash photography services.

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5.0
Google
5.0 / 5 (292)
Facebook
5.0 / 5 (62)
Yelp
5.0 / 5 (3)

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We hire mystery shoppers to call our providers anonymously and evaluate them. Providers who respond quickly, answer questions thoroughly, and communicate politely score higher.
5.0
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Price: Call for pricing

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7801 N. Lamar Blvd Ste B 153, Austin, TX 78752
  • Motherhood sessions
  • Milestones
  • Maternity
  • Newborn

Why choose this provider?

Austin Newborn Photography is a portrait studio working with families in the metro. It captures the earliest moments of infants that their parents can cherish. Founder Valerie Steinkoenig also offers photo sessions to document the journey of motherhood from pregnancy and beyond and mark babies’ important milestones. She hand-prints fine art and complements them with albums and custom frames. Her maternity work has been featured in Austin Woman Magazine. In addition, Steinkoenig has been named the “Photographer of the Year” by the Austin Professional Photographers Association.

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5.0

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Website
Austin, TX 78613

Why choose this provider?

Haley Grant Photography, in Austin, is a natural light photography studio whose primary service is newborn photography. Ms. Grant also takes pictures of expecting moms, and for babies celebrating their first birthday, she provides “cake smash” photography services. She stands out from other baby photographers in that she has received pediatrician and OBGYN approval as a baby safety expert. Additionally, Ms. Grant has received full certification from the National Association of Professional Child & Newborn Photographers.

Reputation:

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5.0
Google
5.0 / 5 (75)
Yelp
5.0 / 5 (16)
Facebook
5.0 / 5 (1)

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We hire mystery shoppers to call our providers anonymously and evaluate them. Providers who respond quickly, answer questions thoroughly, and communicate politely score higher.
5.0
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Website
411 Williams Way, Cedar Park, TX 78613

Why choose this provider?

Happy Bee Pics is a professional photography business specializing in newborn, children, maternity, and family portraits. Located in Austin and catering to clients all over Texas, the business is headed by photographer Hima Bindu. She also does events and party photography. The photo session output can be in prints, albums, gallery wraps, or canvasses. Bindu won four bronze awards for baby and children categories from the 2020 Rise International Photography Awards.

Reputation:

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5.0
Facebook
5.0 / 5 (21)

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Website
Austin, TX 73301

Why choose this provider?

Lindsay Herkert Photography in Austin, Texas, provides on-location, natural-light photography sessions for clients celebrating milestones in their children's lives, including birth, newborn, children, maternity, and family portraits. For birth sessions, Herkert arrives at the hospital during active labor and stays for one to two hours after the baby is born, capturing all the moments in between. She photographs families in comfortable clothes and also offers Smash the Cake sessions for a child's first birthday.

Reputation:

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5.0
Google
5.0 / 5 (28)
Yelp
5.0 / 5 (4)
Facebook
5.0 / 5 (1)

Website
Austin, TX 78745

Why choose this provider?

Alissa Cordoba Photography and Films (formerly Little Dreamers Photography) is an Austin studio with considerable experience capturing moments of newborn infants. Owner and sole photographer Alissa Cordoba also offers maternity, children, and family photoshoots. New parents can select between posed photos and more candid “lifestyle” photography. Cordoba is a member of the Filming Life Academy and the Professional Photographers of America. She also participates in the Gold Hope Project, a nonprofit delivering free photography services to pediatric cancer patients.

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4.9

Website
Georgetown, TX 78626

Why choose this provider?

Brian+Amanda, in Georgetown, is a photography studio specializing in newborn photography. Both members of the husband-and-wife team that owns and operates the studio trained at the Art Institute of California – Orange County, and each received an Associate of Science degree in Digital Photography. As parents themselves, they specialize in capturing the earliest parts of childhood with an artistic, playful style.

Reputation:

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4.5
Yelp
4.5 / 5 (82)
Google
4.7 / 5 (18)

Website
8701 W Parmer Ln Suite 1119, Austin, TX 78729

Why choose this provider?

Zesty Orange Photography by Olesya Redina is a fine art newborn and family boutique photography studio in Austin, TX and surrounding area. They specialize in offering top of the line, archival quality hand-picked products. Award-winning, newborn safety posing certified Austin newborn photographer. Contact them today to schedule your complimentary consultation.

Reputation:

We scour the internet for reviews from well-known resources. Each provider is evaluated based on the quality and quantity of their reviews, their presence on multiple review sites, and their average minimum rating.
5.0
Facebook
5.0 / 5 (10)
Yelp
5.0 / 5 (4)

Website
Austin, TX 78732

Why choose this provider?

Silver Bee Photography is an Austin photography studio that specializes in taking pictures of newborn babies. Photo options are also available for twins, toddlers, and expecting mothers. The studio’s owner and photographer is a member of the Professional Photographers of America and the National Association of Professional Child Photographers. Additionally, aspiring newborn photographers can sign up for one of Silver Bee Photography’s baby photography workshops.

Reputation:

We scour the internet for reviews from well-known resources. Each provider is evaluated based on the quality and quantity of their reviews, their presence on multiple review sites, and their average minimum rating.
5.0
Yelp
5.0 / 5 (43)
Facebook
5.0 / 5 (22)

Website
Round Rock, TX 78665

Why choose this provider?

At Eternal Forms Photography, in Round Rock since 2010, Austin Metro clients can receive newborn and maternity photography services. The studio’s co-owners and photographers, Michelle and Joseph Kilgus, are themselves parents, hoping to help new parents capture the joy and excitement of their kids’ first months. Free portrait consultations are available.

Reputation:

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5.0
Yelp
5.0 / 5 (10)
Google
5.0 / 5 (4)

Website
Austin, TX 78720

Why choose this provider?

Jama Pantel Photography provides residents of Austin and the surrounding areas full-service family photography. Jama Pantel specializes in portraiture as heirloom art for clients' homes, with a portfolio including families, newborns, fine art, and high school senior photos. The photographer offers clients creativity and an ability to translate the emotion of a moment into a captured image, done in a laid back, stress-free environment. Clients praise Jama Pantel Photography for its quality of service and creativity.

Reputation:

We scour the internet for reviews from well-known resources. Each provider is evaluated based on the quality and quantity of their reviews, their presence on multiple review sites, and their average minimum rating.
5.0
Google
5.0 / 5 (9)
Yelp
5.0 / 5 (1)

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We hire mystery shoppers to call our providers anonymously and evaluate them. Providers who respond quickly, answer questions thoroughly, and communicate politely score higher.
5.0
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Website
Georgetown, TX 78626

Why choose this provider?

Teri Mason Photography, in Georgetown, provides families from the greater Austin Community with maternity, newborn, and family photography services. Ms. Mason, who is available strictly by appointment, also takes pictures of high school seniors, and she can provide boudoir photography services at her studio or the client’s home.

Reputation:

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4.0
Yelp
4.0 / 5 (5)

Website
Austin, TX 78746

Why choose this provider?

Ziem Photography, in Austin, is a local studio providing newborn photography services. The studio’s founder and leader worked briefly at a creative agency in New York City and has worked as a photojournalist throughout the U.S. and the Caribbean. Her work has been published in print and digital periodicals, and she has worked with prominent corporations such as Ferrari, Google, Bazaar Voice, and barre3.

Reputation:

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4.9
Google
4.9 / 5 (20)
Yelp
5.0 / 5 (11)

Professionalism:

We hire mystery shoppers to call our providers anonymously and evaluate them. Providers who respond quickly, answer questions thoroughly, and communicate politely score higher.
5.0
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Website
Cedar Park, TX 78630

Why choose this provider?

Courtney Prinzo Photography is a Cedar Park Studio providing maternity, newborn, child, and family photo services to families from all parts of the Austin Metro area. New clients may contact Ms. Prinzo via email and phone to schedule an appointment. During this exchange, they will discuss pricing, location, and other details with Ms. Prinzo. Prospective clients should contact Courtney Prinzo Photography at least two or three weeks in advance to ensure availability.

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5.0
Google
5.0 / 5 (55)

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Website
Austin, TX 78757

Why choose this provider?

Heather Gallagher Photography, in Austin, is a baby, birth, and event photographer with more than 15 years of experience in the field. Ms. Gallagher, who has a BFA from the Pratt Institute, uses a photojournalistic approach, working on location, with natural light, and taking candid photos of her subjects. She is a member of the International Association of Professional Birth Photographers and a Full Spectrum Doula.

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We scour the internet for reviews from well-known resources. Each provider is evaluated based on the quality and quantity of their reviews, their presence on multiple review sites, and their average minimum rating.
5.0
Google
5.0 / 5 (13)
Facebook
5.0 / 5 (13)

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We hire mystery shoppers to call our providers anonymously and evaluate them. Providers who respond quickly, answer questions thoroughly, and communicate politely score higher.
3.8
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Website
Georgetown, TX 78628

Why choose this provider?

Jennifer Mayne Photography is a Georgetown photography studio that specializes in natural light portraiture of newborn babies. Ms. Mayne, who owns and runs the studio, has been working as a family and newborn photographer since 2006. She participates in at least one photography workshop or mentorship experience per year. Ms. Mayne is also available to photograph graduating high school seniors, children, engagement ceremonies, and weddings.

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We hire mystery shoppers to call our providers anonymously and evaluate them. Providers who respond quickly, answer questions thoroughly, and communicate politely score higher.
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Introduction

    Newborn photographers have the skills and knowledge to create enchanting photographs while ensuring the baby’s safety. They’re comfortable holding newborns and setting up captivating poses with care. They understand what’s comfortable for the infant and how various positions will photograph. 

    Props and unusual poses are often a part of newborn photography. Some newborn photographers specialize in creating unique and fascinating photographs.

    However, those methods aren’t essential for capturing a beautiful, engaging photo of your baby. Simplicity, skill, and experience can work wonders. A discussion with potential baby photographers and a review of their portfolio can help new parents choose the newborn photographer that best meets their needs.
  • When is the best time to schedule my newborn session?

    Newborn photography session scheduling can be challenging. Parents have a very narrow window after the baby arrives to secure those time-sensitive photos. But babies don’t arrive on schedule. So, it’s best to find a newborn photographer well in advance of your due date. Be sure they're flexible and available in the weeks prior to and after that date.

  • How soon should you have your newborn photo shoot after birth?

    Newborns are easily identifiable by their size and the tight fetal position they had in the womb. But they don’t maintain those curly poses for long. So, it’s important to have their photo shoot a few days after birth. Try not to wait over two weeks post-childbirth if you want the brand-new infant image for your photos.

  • How long does a newborn shoot typically last?

    The length of a newborn shoot varies. But expect it to take at least two hours, possibly three to four hours. The infant’s comfort and safety are the priority. Little ones are unpredictable, and the photographer might need to wait until Baby has been lulled to sleep. Plus, the infant will probably need to be fed and changed during the shoot.

  • How much does newborn photography typically cost?

    On average, professional newborn photographers charge between $100 and $300 per hour, and the photo shoot can easily take up to four hours. Those fees should include the digital images. Parents will pay separately to have them printed. Other photographers charge flat fees per session or per number of photographs. Most of these services start at $100 or higher.

  • Why do you photograph babies between 5-14 days old?

     A productive photo shoot is difficult with newborns younger than five days. They’re hungry and restless, as they’re not yet familiar with being outside the womb. Wait about five to seven days when they’re on a somewhat reliable feeding schedule and sleepy and relaxed for longer periods of time. But waiting longer than two weeks risks losing that familiar newborn look.