Soft, light-filled portraits for families who want beautiful images without the stress or overwhelm.
Honest, Artful Photography for Motherhood, Newborns & Baby’s first Year
From access to the studio wardrobe to a relaxed, baby-led experience and an easy online gallery process, everything is designed to feel simple, personal, and genuinely enjoyable.
Serving Wake Forest, Raleigh, and surrounding North Carolina areas.
RALEIGH NEWBORN PHOTOGRAPHER
This is the first chapter of the story you’ve been dreaming of all your life.
The early years of family life are beautiful, emotional, messy, joyful, exhausting, and gone far too quickly.
For over 17 years, I’ve photographed growing families in my Wake Forest studio with a style that feels soft, natural, and connected. My approach is relaxed and gently guided, with an emphasis on real connection over stiff posing or forced smiles.
Whether you’re expecting your first baby or chasing a busy one-year-old around the studio, my goal is simple: to create images that feel like your family.
From sitting up to first birthday, every chapter documented with care.
Baby's first year
Natural, baby-led portraits that honor those hazy first days.
Newborn
Elegant, beautiful images that highlight the beginning of your baby’s story.
maternity
Beautiful light, timeless styling, & an eye for the tiny details that matter most.
Explore my maternity, newborn, and milestone work below.
YOur story, beautifully told
Meet Your RALEIGH Newborn Photographer
I'm a Raleigh newborn photographer, former preschool teacher, mother of two, and someone who deeply understands how quickly these seasons move.
Clients often call me "the baby whisperer" because after 17+ years of photographing newborns across the Raleigh area, soothing and safely posing babies has become second nature.
But beyond the experience and technical skill, I think what matters most is how people feel here. My studio in Wake Forest, NC — just minutes from Raleigh — is designed to feel welcoming, calm, unhurried, and human.
A place where tired new parents can exhale for a little while.
My work has been recognized with awards and featured in magazines and galleries, but the greatest compliment is when families return year after year and trust me to continue documenting their story.
about the artist
Christina F.
If I could give Christy a hundred stars, I would! As soon as we walked into her studio, we automatically felt at home and comfortable. Christy’s warm and calming personality made it easy for us to relax and take one-of-a-kind photos. We cannot wait to hang up our frames in our home to enjoy for years and years to come. I would HIGHLY recommend anyone interested in professional photos to have Christy be your photographer!!
Kind Words From Families
Amanda R.
“We loved working with Christy! She did an amazing job photographing our newborn son and our little family. We so appreciated her artistic eye, friendly approach, and warm, welcoming studio. It meant so much that she prioritizes the health and safety of her clients — especially important to us as first-time parents. If you’re looking for beautiful photos and an excellent experience, look no further!”
Tammi T.
We had a wonderful experience with Christy. From the very first contact to picking up my beautiful framed wall art of my newborn & every step in between. Christy was just AMAZING with my little girl and we have a bunch of beautiful pictures to show for it. Christy is the only option if you want beautiful, classic and natural baby photographs!
Tiffany D.
We had the most incredible experience with Christy - the entire process was incredibly seamless. I would highly recommend her - she's incredibly professional, flexible and has an amazing eye. We have gotten SO many compliments on our photos and the frames we ordered from her. She even offers a wardrobe (and swaddles and headbands!) which is so wonderful. It was such a relief not having to spend money on clothes I wouldn't wear again...and the selection is curated and lovely.
Leigh Anne B.
I highly recommend Christy! We've had maternity, newborn, and baby milestone sessions. Christy was able to capture exactly the images that we wanted for our family and help with picking out specific pictures for frames as well as complete an album of all the sessions. She is truly a baby whisperer.
After your session, you’ll receive a private online gallery filled with hand-edited images to view from home.
Collections include a selection of digital images along with a print credit to use in the online print shop, making it easy to turn your photographs into albums, framed artwork, or gifts for family.
And if you'd like help designing an album or wall gallery, design appointments are always available.
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Images & Artwork
No need to worry about whether your baby will cooperate or stress about perfectly posed moments.
With over 17 years of experience photographing newborns and young children, I’ll guide your session in a way that feels easy and unrushed while creating beautiful, connected images along the way.
Sessions take place in my natural light studio in Wake Forest, NC.
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Your Session
Once you book, I’ll send over a short questionnaire so I can learn more about your family, style, and vision for the session.
You’ll also receive access to the studio wardrobe for mothers and babies, along with guidance for the rest of the family so everything feels cohesive without being overly styled or complicated.
If you'd like a closer look at the studio or wardrobe before your session, you're always welcome to schedule a studio tour or wardrobe appointment.
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Planning & Styling
The Portrait Experience
I'd love to hear from you.
I respond to all inquiries within one business day. If you don't see my email, please check your spam folder.
Office hours are Monday–Friday, 10am–5pm.
Because I photograph a limited number of families each month, early booking is recommended.
Ready to begin?
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Real families, heartfelt stories, and timeless inspiration for your own session.
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