Madison Baby Photographer

Serving Waunakee, Middleton, Verona, Fitchburg, Cottage Grove, Sun Prairie, Deforest, Monona, McFarland and surrounding Madison WI areas.

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Lifestyle newborn photography sessions are the perfect way to document the details of your brand new baby. Come as you are -- no need for props or themed outfits, the goal of a lifestyle baby session is to document real and tender moments that focus on the essence of your growing family, just as it is.

Lifestyle newborn sessions take place in the comfort of your home and focus on natural, baby-led poses, where baby settles naturally into your arms, crib or bed, but of course, I'll be there to offer gentle guidance along the way.





"I’ve done maternity and family sessions with Liz and could not be more pleased with the pictures and the overall experience. She provides easy directions to capture special shots, and helps make my little guy comfortable to really capture his personality. Absolutely love the colors, textures, and overall feelings shown through her pictures. She is so talented. Looking forward to many more family sessions in the future! Highly recommend.." 
                          - A

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As a mom of three myself, I am constantly inspired by motherhood and the profound connection that we have with our children.

And I can tell you first-hand that time slips by faster than you can ever be prepared for. Our babies grow and change day-to-day, week-to-week and month-to-month. And in the {beautiful} chaos of it all, we sometimes don't even realize it's happening until we look back at our photos.

Then you're suddenly taken back to how tiny your baby felt in your arms, the softness of their skin, and the tiny fingers and toes you counted over and over again. You recall the first time you looked in their eyes, feeling a love so pure it left you breathless.

And for this, I feel incredibly privileged to be able to document these fleeting moments for you and help create lasting memories. As your newborn or family photographer, my goal is not only to give you beautiful photos, but to help you turn your cherished memories into tangible, heirloom artwork that can be enjoyed for years to come. 

A Madison Baby Photographer

Hi there, I'm Liz.

choose your collection

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After your session, you will receive your final images in a beautiful online slideshow! Watch the slideshow as many times as you wish, and then decide which Collection you would like to purchase. Because it's important to me that everyone walks away with some kind of tangible artwork, every Collection includes a number of Digital Images + complimentary Artwork Credit. Once you purchase your Collection, you can download your images, place your artwork order, and get excited to enjoy your beautiful images in your home!

session day

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We will meet during Golden Hour (the hour before sunset) for outdoor sessions, or mid-morning for indoor sessions. Just show up as you are, ready to love on your family, and I'll take it from there.

My style is a little bit posed, but mostly fun and laid back. I like to get a few shots of everyone smiling at the camera (the good ole Christmas Card shot), but ultimately my goal is to create meaningful images that tell the story of your family.

plan your session

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Once you've browsed around my website and think we might be a good fit, submit the Contact form to learn more about availability, artwork offerings and pricing.

You can book either a single Portrait Session, or join The Milestone Collective, which is a membership option that offers discounts for families who want multiple sessions to document their new baby and all of their sweet details over their first year. 

inquire & book

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Once you're booked your Madison Baby Session, we can start planning and preparing for your session. You'll receive a comprehensive Style Guide with access to Style & Select (virtual styling service), or you can borrow from the EPP Client Wardrobe!

You'll also receive an Artwork Guide so you can start thinking about how to bring your photos to life. Choose from a stunning Layflat Album (a client favorite), frame a favorite photo or design the Gallery Wall of your dreams!

The Experience

Madison baby Photographer

SESSION FEE IS $300
COLLECTIONS (Digitals + artwork credit) BEGIN AT $800

A Madison Portrait Session is great for families who are looking for a single newborn, maternity or family photography session. A Portrait Session includes:

- a welcome package in the mail to help you prepare for your session
- a comprehensive Style Guide with access to Style & Select, and access to the complimentary EPP Client Wardrobe
- an Artwork Guide to help you bring your photos to life with print
- heirloom quality artwork offerings and design services

Portrait session

The first step in booking your Madison baby photography session is to choose your type of session. Choose either a single Portrait Session or The Milestone Collective membership,


investment

The Milestone Collective is a membership option that offers significant savings for multiple sessions and is the perfect way to capture your baby and all of their sweet details, starting in pregnancy and throughout their first year. The membership includes:

- Your choice of up to 4 Portrait Sessions
- 25 complimentary birth announcements
- $100-$200 Collection discount, per session
- one membership fee, no additional session fees

the milestone collective

MEMBERSHIP Fee IS $700
COLLECTIONS (Digitals + Artwork credit) BEGIN AT $800

It’s important that every family walk away with tangible artwork they can enjoy for years to come, so in addition to digital images, every Collection includes a complimentary artwork credit to use towards anything in the Gallery Store. 

Learn more about the milestone collective →

The Milestone Collective membership offers significant savings for multiple sessions and is the perfect way to capture your baby and all of their sweet details, starting in pregnancy and throughout their first year. 

Most mom's choose to document a maternity, newborn, 6 and 12 month session, but you can select 3 or 4 sessions from any combination of maternity, hospital fresh 48, newborn, 3 mo, 6 mo, 9 mo, or 12 month sessions.


why join the milestone collective?

Madison baby photography

As early as possible! Newborn sessions can book out months in advance so reach out as soon as you’re considering a newborn session for up-to-date availability. Milestone Collective members receive priority access to my calendar – learn more about The Milestone Collective!

faq's

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When is the best time to book a Madison baby photography session?

I have a client wardrobe with over 60 dresses for mom to choose from, as well as a growing wardrobe for little ones. We’ll work together to coordinate your family’s wardrobe so you can rest assured knowing everyone will look and feel their best.

Do you help us figure out what to wear? 

The Milestone Collective membership offers significant savings for multiple sessions and is the perfect way to capture your baby and all of their changing details, starting in pregnancy and throughout their first year. The membership includes up to 4 sessions within 13 months of your baby's birth. Most mom's choose to document a maternity, newborn, 6 and 12 month session, but you can select up to 4 sessions from any combination of maternity, hospital fresh 48, newborn, 3 mo, 6 mo, 9 mo, or 12 month sessions. The discounts include:

  • Up to 4 Portrait Sessions - booking fee discount up to $500
  • 25 complimentary birth announcements - discount of $150
  • $100-$200 Collection discount, per session - discount up to $800

Is there a discount if I book a maternity and newborn session?

Typically within the first two weeks of birth since that’s when baby is still extra sleepy and snuggly but anytime in that first month can work! 

How soon after birth should we do our newborn session?

Yes! I strive to offer the best of the best to my clients, and I know that quality photography services are an investment. Together we can find a payment plan that works for your family.

I do! Sessions taking place in Madison and its immediate surrounding areas such as Cottage Grove, Sun Prairie, Deforest, Waunakee, Middleton, Verona, Fitchburg, McFarland do not require a travel fee, however, sessions taking place more than 20 miles from my home on the east side of Madison will be assessed a mileage fee. Be sure to mention this on your Contact Form and we'll chat more about specifics!

Do you offer payment plans?

Do you travel for newborn photo sessions?

My personal favorite is the velvet albums. I love that you can print so many photos from your session and enjoy them over and over again. Not to mention, the velvets are absolutely stunning and such a unique statement piece. But I also smile every time I walk past the framed portraits on the walls in my home. Every family is unique! And I can’t wait to help you decide the best way to enjoy your photos in your home!

What do you recommend for artwork?

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family & newborn photographer serving Madison, WI

Creating meaningful images and heirloom artwork

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