Charlotte, NC sessions available through June 1 2026
Every session includes a guided process from planning to finished artwork — so you can enjoy your portraits without the stress.
Welcoming a new baby changes everything — the pace, the priorities, the way time suddenly feels fleeting.
Those early newborn days move more quietly than expected. Between sleepless nights, soft snuggles, and learning your baby’s rhythms, it’s easy to forget just how small they once were.
Newborn photography allows you to hold onto this season — the tiny details, the connection, and the feeling of your first days together as a family — long after it has passed.
Our Photography
Services
There’s no need to stress about getting photo-ready or figuring out how this will all come together — especially in the middle of such a full season of life.
From thoughtful guidance and professional hair and makeup to wardrobe styling and gentle direction, every part of the experience is designed so you can simply show up and be present with your family.
And when the session is over, the experience doesn’t end there. I’ll help you turn your images into heirloom albums and custom artwork — pieces created to live in your home and preserve your family’s story for years to come.
Your portraits should feel effortless from the very beginning, including choosing what to wear. With a thoughtfully curated wardrobe for moms and children, I provide pieces that photograph beautifully and simplify your entire preparation process. No more guessing, no last-minute store runs—just options selected with you in mind.
Client Wardrobe
Every mama deserves to feel beautiful and cared for—especially on a session day. If you’d like professional hair and makeup, I’ll take care of all the coordinating for you. My trusted artist will come straight to your home so you can relax and feel fully pampered before your session.
This service is an add-on, and a favorite for moms who want to feel polished and photo-ready without any stress.
Collective Members receive complimentary hair and makeup with every session.
Hair & Makeup
After your session, we’ll meet for a virtual ordering appointment where I guide you through a full design experience. I’ll help you choose your favorite images, create custom album layouts, and design frames or gallery walls that fit perfectly in your home.
This is a done-for-you service—no guesswork, no overwhelm. Just a relaxed chance to see everything beautifully curated for you.
ARTWORK DESIGN & INSTALL
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What's Included
We walked away with the most beautiful images and artwork we’ll treasure forever — and the process was effortless from start to finish.
RACHEL
Signature session Investment
-Access to our curated wardrobe for mom + littles
-Planning & styling guidance for your session
-Professional hair & makeup coordination for mom
-A relaxed, guided session at home, the studio or outdoors
- Guided design & ordering appointment — virtual or in your home to select your favorite images and heirloom artwork and/or digital images for your family.
Digital images are not included in the session fee. Families plan for a minimum investment of $1,500 with most choosing heirloom albums, framed artwork, and digital images.
Want to docuemnt more than the newborn stage?
The Collective Membership
For the Mother Who Never Wants to Miss a Moment.
The newborn stage passes quietly and far too quickly. Our guided newborn experience is designed to slow things down — documenting the tiny details, the connection, and your first days together as a family, so these moments don’t fade with time.
© Katie Petrick photography 2026