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NEWBORN PHOTOGRAPHY IN RALEIGH, NC

Capture life with your sweet new family member

You've got butterflies in your stomach - or is that the baby?

You're folding the tiniest little socks and decorating the nursery, imagining the sweetest snuggles that will happen there soon.

Life with a newborn will have its share of ups and downs, and your one constant amid all the changes & emotions is the fierce love you find for your new little babe.

But what they say is true - These moments are fleeting, and the pace at which your newborn grows and changes in the first few months will astonish you.

Let's freeze time so you'll always remember these tiny toes and cozy cuddles. 

LET'S CAPTURE YOUR NEWBORN

“Kelly photographed our daughter a few weeks after she was born, and I could not have asked for a more special day. Kelly captured some very special memories and made my husband and I feel very comfortable. She was very mindful of our time and extremely patient with our daughter and just took everything in stride. Our photos turned out perfect and we have so many displayed around the house! Thanks for a great day Kelly!!” 

- Marissa & Jon

The Details

Lifestyle newborn photography with peace & ease

In-home lifestyle newborn photo session around 2 hours

20 digital images + print release

4x6" print of each image, or $200 artwork credit toward heirloom photo album or other artwork investment

Newborn session preparation guide & wardrobe guide

Shareable online gallery, slideshow, & mobile app

Personal touch-points (consultation, wardrobe planning, photo reveal & ordering session, home delivery of finished artwork)

And all the behind-the-scenes work like professional photo editing and artwork design, preparation, & ordering!

Our experience together includes the photo session itself & receiving images both digitally and as printed artwork. Your investment of $700 includes: 

The overall investment for your photography experience & family heirlooms may vary based the artwork you choose to relive these memories for years in the future. Full pricing details and artwork options will be shared during your complimentary consultation.

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Savor baby’s first year from belly to birthday with the New Life Collection

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My mama-to-mama

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I am so honored to join you during these precious moments! Newborn sessions are quiet & peaceful, and carving out this time to cuddle up together can help you bond without worrying about trying to get anything else done. The guidance I send you ahead of time helps us choose a session time when baby will be sleepy & content. Yes - crying happens, diaper changes happen, and sometimes we take nursing/bottle breaks. I'm not there to interrupt any semblance of rhythm you've built as a family so far, but rather to document the new life you're building together and capture all the snuggles so you'll remember them forever.

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the Light Creative experience

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Complimentary
Consultation

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session
planning

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portrait session

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photo reveal
& ordering

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artwork
delivery

I’ll assist you along each step of the process so you and your family are confident in your wardrobe choices, feel calm & have fun during our session, and receive heirloom artwork that fits your specific needs in a seamless way.

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get your free guide: 11+ essentials for life with a newborn!

Learn from other local mamas to see what items they heavily relied on and what they didn't end up needing!

Looking for a photo experience that captures key moments across baby's whole first year of life?

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frequently asked questions

FAQ

What if my little one or older kids aren’t well behaved during the session? 

I know we always want our little ones to be on their best behavior, but I want you to let ME worry about your kids during the session. You get a break for once! 

Please do your best to keep smiling and remain calm, and your kids will often feed off your energy. Our sessions aren’t about bribery or manipulation to get the photos we want - they’re about having fun, rolling with the punches, and making the most out of the energy your kids have! That goes for family sessions and newborn sessions alike.

As a former K-12 educator and a mama myself, I’m well-versed in connecting with kiddos of all ages and incorporating little activities to bring out their amazing personalities. We’ll often change poses/types of interactions if a child isn’t into it so we can keep it playful and get great images that reflect this time in your lives beautifully.

Why do you include prints with the digitals?

I believe photos come alive when we hold them in our hands! My job isn’t done until I’ve provided you with a finished product, so that you can quickly and easily enjoy your photos in your home and one day pass them on to your kids. Our memories aren’t meant to live on a hard drive - they’re meant to be displayed around your home & bring joy daily. 

You get the best of both worlds here! You’re welcome to use your high-resolution digital files for any print needs on your own, and I’m here to help with any archival-quality heirloom artwork you may be interested in. We can chat about using your artwork credit toward albums, wall art, mounted prints, etc., or we can keep it simple by sticking with the included 4x6” premium prints.

When will we get to see the photos?

Our photo reveal & ordering appointment will typically take place 1-2 weeks after the session. This is when you get to see the photo proofs for the first time, and I’ll walk you through choosing your favorite images and chatting about any artwork you're interested in. Once your photo selections & potential artwork order are in place, I'll apply final edits to the selected images & will send your downloadable online gallery right away. 

Printed artwork will be delivered to you within 2-6 weeks of ordering, depending on the amount of design work needed and current turnaround times with my professional printing lab.

Is Light Creative LGBTQ+ friendly? 

Absolutely! I welcome people of all different backgrounds - sexual orientation and gender identity included. Please know that I value you, honor you, and celebrate you exactly as you are.

Let's capture the magic of your family's everyday rhythms

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