Find the Best Photographers in Pennsylvania

Kara Michelle Photography has spent 14 years photographing newborns and growing families throughout York, Lancaster, Harrisburg, and Baltimore, with more than 1,000 sessions completed since 2012. A retired teacher and mother of six herself, Kara built her business around a relaxed, in-home, lifestyle approach rather than a traditional posed studio setup — she comes to the family’s home and works around whatever the day brings. As she puts it, newborn sessions should feel calm, not chaotic, so she guides parents gently and follows the baby’s lead, building in time for feedings and diaper changes rather than rushing toward a shot list. That real-life, unscripted style has made Kara one of the more recognized newborn photographers in the York, PA area, with clients describing sessions that feel natural rather than performative. One client shared that Kara ‘made the experience calm, comfortable, and fun — even in those early days’ while capturing their family ‘so naturally and beautifully.’ For parents who’d rather stay home with a brand-new baby than pack up for a studio visit, Kara Michelle Photography’s in-home newborn sessions offer an experienced, low-stress alternative. 

Alexis Delaughter Photography has run a cozy newborn studio in Dover, PA since 2011, giving Alexis 15 years of experience photographing brand-new babies across South Central Pennsylvania, including York, Camp Hill, Harrisburg, Mechanicsburg, and Hanover. That experience shows in how she handles the unpredictable parts of a newborn session — one client recalled that Alexis was ‘SO patient with my wiggly girl’ and ‘kept calm and worked her baby magic’ even when the shoot didn’t go according to plan. Award-winning within the local photography community, Alexis specializes specifically in newborns, cake smashes, and maternity, a focused lineup that lets her studio stay set up and ready for the exact props, wraps, and lighting each of those sessions needs. Clients also point to her pricing as a strong value, with reviewers describing sessions as ‘very reasonable and worth the investment.’ For families in and around York looking for a nearby, experienced newborn photographer who has spent over a decade perfecting the craft of soothing and posing sleepy infants, Alexis Delaughter Photography’s Dover studio is a short drive away and has built a loyal following throughout the region. 

Beth Smith Photography is a York, Pennsylvania studio at 3360 E. Sorrel Street specializing in newborn photography, baby’s-first-year sessions, maternity portraits, and high school senior portraits. The studio has earned a 5.0-star rating from clients who consistently point to Beth’s patience and gentle manner with brand-new babies — one client summed it up simply: ‘Beth is always patient, sweet, and truly knows how to take the best photos.’ That patience shows in the portfolio, which favors quiet, classic newborn poses — babies curled up asleep in knit caps, wrapped snugly against soft neutral backdrops — the kind of timeless images that don’t feel trend-driven or overly styled. Beyond the single newborn session, Beth also works with families through baby’s-first-year milestones, giving York-area parents the option to book a full year of growth with one consistent photographer rather than starting over with someone new every few months. For families who want a straightforward, unhurried newborn experience close to home in York, PA, Beth Smith Photography offers exactly that — a small, dedicated studio focused on newborns and the years that follow. 

Simply Because Photography is a York, Pennsylvania studio built around photographer Becky Boyer’s 12 years behind the camera. What started as Becky teaching herself lighting and posing has grown into a 5.0-star studio with 29 reviews from South Central PA families, specializing in newborn, maternity, and children’s portraits. Every newborn client starts with a meet-and-greet, a low-pressure way for Becky to answer questions and make sure the studio feels like the right fit before the big day. After the session, families wait one to two weeks for an image reveal appointment — best scheduled without the kids in tow — where Becky walks through the soft-proofed favorites together. For parents who want the full journey documented, Simply Because Photography also offers a five-session ‘Watch Me Grow’ package that bundles maternity, newborn, belly, sitter, and cake smash sessions into one collection. The studio serves York County along with Dover, Hanover, Etters, Lancaster, and Harrisburg, and typically posts a sneak peek to social media within a day or two of each session so excited families don’t have to wait long for a first look at their new baby’s photos. 

For 18 years, Christine Hsieh Photography has been photographing newborns, maternity, and growing families from a studio inside York’s historic New York Wire Works building at 441 East Market Street. That kind of longevity has built real trust in the community — the studio holds a 5.0-star rating across 36 reviews from York and Central Pennsylvania clients. Christine works with families both in her downtown York studio and on location, giving parents the choice between a controlled, styled newborn setup or a more natural setting closer to home. Her newborn portfolio favors soft, warmly lit portraits — swaddled babies on flokati rugs, delicate floral headbands, and quiet close-up details — alongside the milestone sessions that naturally follow a family through a baby’s first year. Serving York, central Pennsylvania, and northern Maryland, Christine Hsieh Photography has become known as a full-service option for parents who want one photographer to document a child from newborn photos through senior portraits. With nearly two decades behind the camera, the studio brings an experienced, unhurried touch to sessions with brand-new babies, when patience and timing matter most. 

Kate McCord Photography operates a dedicated newborn studio just off I-83 in York Haven, minutes from York, East York, West York, Red Lion, and Dallastown. The studio has earned a 5.0-star rating across more than 100 reviews from Central Pennsylvania families. Kate’s approach centers on a baby-led philosophy: rather than forcing a fussy newborn into a pose, she follows the baby’s rhythm, building in breaks for feeding, soothing, and diaper changes so every session stays calm instead of chaotic. Families can choose between a studio session in York Haven or an in-home session anywhere in York County, giving parents the flexibility to pick whichever setting feels most comfortable in those exhausting first weeks. Newborn sessions begin at $550, though most families end up investing between $895 and $1,395 once they add favorite products and extra portraits to their collection. Because newborn windows close quickly, Kate encourages expecting parents to reserve their due date months before delivery, then simply lets the studio know once the baby arrives so a session can be scheduled during that brief sleepy-newborn stage. It’s a system built for a busy Central PA newborn photographer with a loyal following of York County families. 

Royce Images Photography has been photographing families in York, Pennsylvania for 13 years, earning a 5.0-star average across 125 reviews. Based at their studio on South Gotwalt Street, the team has built a reputation for newborn sessions that feel calm rather than rushed. Because a limited number of newborn sessions are booked each month, every family gets a cozy, controlled studio environment with plenty of time built in for feedings, diaper changes, and simply letting a sleepy baby settle. Sessions are priced by the baby’s age — $375 for babies photographed within the first 7 to 15 days of life, and $425 after day 15 — reflecting how much more patience and posing skill later sessions require. Print and digital collections range from $645 to $1,170, with the $890 tier being the studio’s most popular choice among York-area parents. Royce Images asks for a signed contract and retainer to hold each date, a policy that keeps their calendar realistic and their sessions unhurried. With multiple WeddingWire Couples’ Choice Awards to their name alongside their newborn work, the studio has become one of York County’s go-to names for capturing a baby’s earliest days in soft, timeless portraits that families keep for a lifetime. 

Lia Pizarro Photography serves families throughout the Lehigh Valley, including Allentown, Bethlehem, and Easton, with a focus on family, motherhood, maternity, and in-home newborn photography. Lia describes her newborn work as capturing ‘the tender moments with your newborn,’ favoring an in-home approach that lets Bethlehem-area parents stay in the comfort of their own space during the delicate first days with a new baby. Her newborn sessions are designed to feel unhurried and personal, with an emphasis on authentic interactions between parents, siblings, and the new baby rather than heavily staged studio setups. Client testimonials highlight positive experiences with her family and newborn sessions, noting her warmth and attention to detail throughout the process. Lia also photographs maternity sessions, so many of her newborn clients begin working with her during pregnancy and continue the relationship once the baby arrives. Prospective clients can browse her portfolio and recent sessions through her website, Instagram, and Facebook page before reaching out to check current availability. For Lehigh Valley families who prefer a relaxed, in-home newborn photography experience over a traditional studio setup, Lia Pizarro Photography offers a documentary-style alternative centered on capturing real, everyday family moments. 

Meghan Marie Photography is based in Easton, Pennsylvania and photographs newborn, maternity, and family sessions throughout the Lehigh Valley, including Bethlehem, Allentown, Nazareth, Wind Gap, and Easton. Meghan’s approach favors natural, relaxed photography that captures genuine emotion rather than stiff, overly posed portraits, and her newborn work includes both in-studio and at-home lifestyle sessions. Her blog documents real client sessions, including an at-home posed newborn session for a Bethlehem family that she described as ‘filled with sweet details,’ giving prospective clients a direct look at her recent work in the area. Meghan is known for bringing patience and warmth to her sessions, with clients describing her as capturing ‘the spirit of the people in the photo’ while putting families at ease. Beyond newborn sessions, Meghan Marie Photography also covers maternity and ongoing family portraiture, making her a popular choice for Lehigh Valley parents who want a consistent photographer to document their child’s early milestones. Families throughout Bethlehem and the surrounding communities can view recent newborn sessions on her blog and Instagram before reaching out to check current availability and book their own session. 

BreeIsForBeauty Photography is a Center Valley, Pennsylvania studio led by photographer Bree, serving newborn and maternity clients throughout the Lehigh Valley, Bucks County, the Main Line, Philadelphia, and New Jersey. Bree offers both studio and in-home newborn sessions, giving Bethlehem-area families the choice between her temperature-controlled Lehigh Valley studio, complete with a bassinet, seating, and a wardrobe closet of timeless props, or a relaxed at-home session that lets parents showcase the nursery and keep older siblings comfortable in their own space. Her newborn portfolio blends candid lifestyle moments with cute, classically posed portraits, and sessions include complimentary professional hair and makeup for parents, wardrobe selection guidance, and help designing artwork for gallery walls or heirloom albums afterward. Clients describe Bree as gentle and unmatched in her patience with newborns, noting that she makes families feel instantly at home whether they’re in her studio or their own living room. Because BreeIsForBeauty also photographs maternity, motherhood, family, and milestone sessions, many clients build an ongoing relationship with Bree that starts during pregnancy and continues well past the newborn stage. Families throughout the Lehigh Valley, including Bethlehem, can reach out through her website to check current newborn session availability. 

Photography K Squared is a Bethlehem, Pennsylvania studio specializing in maternity, newborn, and baby portraits for families throughout the Lehigh Valley and surrounding areas. The studio’s approach favors a clean, simple aesthetic that keeps the focus squarely on the baby, avoiding busy backdrops or heavy props in favor of soft, timeless imagery. Photography K Squared offers three main newborn-stage session types: Newborn sessions for babies in their first couple of weeks, Sitter sessions for babies who can sit up on their own, and First Birthday sessions that often include a cake smash. This structure gives Lehigh Valley families the option to book a single newborn session or to return for follow-up milestones throughout the baby’s first year with a photographer who already knows their family. The studio connects with prospective clients primarily through email and social media, where recent newborn and baby portrait work is regularly shared. Photography K Squared’s minimalist, baby-first style has made it a go-to option for Bethlehem-area parents who want polished, uncluttered newborn portraits without an elaborate prop collection or heavily staged scenes. Families can reach out through the studio’s website or Instagram and Facebook pages to ask about current newborn session availability and pricing. 

Yarimar Tejas runs a Hershey, Pennsylvania photo studio specializing in maternity, newborn, and boudoir photography, serving families throughout the greater Harrisburg area. Born and raised in Ponce, Puerto Rico, Yari developed a passion for photography at a young age, one that deepened after losing her mother when she was 13 and coming to understand the lasting value of family photo albums. After beginning her career at a commercial photography studio in Pennsylvania, she has spent the past five years building her own newborn and maternity photography business.

Yari’s newborn work is described on her site as “luxury newborn photography,” with a true-to-life editing style accented by pops of color rather than an entirely muted, neutral palette, giving her portfolio a distinct look among Harrisburg-area newborn photographers. Her goal for every session is to provide a stress-free experience for new parents while curating images the family will treasure for years to come.

Yarimar Tejas Photography serves clients throughout Hershey, Harrisburg, and the surrounding Central Pennsylvania region, and her personal story as a mother herself informs the patient, unhurried approach she brings to every newborn session she photographs. 

Sweet Blossom Studio is a boutique lifestyle photography studio located at 3502 Derry Street in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, offering maternity, newborn, birthday, and family portrait sessions to Central Pennsylvania families. The studio’s newborn sessions are built around a slow, gentle, baby-led approach, with up to three hours of studio time set aside for feeding, soothing, and quiet moments so that no part of the session feels rushed.

Rather than relying on heavy props or elaborate setups, Sweet Blossom Studio focuses on soft, timeless styling and minimal props designed to highlight a newborn’s natural features and the small details that make each baby unique. The Sweet Heirloom Collection newborn package starts at $500 and includes 20 hand-edited digital images along with 20 heirloom prints, giving parents both digital files and physical keepsakes from the same session without needing to purchase prints separately.

Located directly in Harrisburg rather than one of the surrounding suburbs, Sweet Blossom Studio is a convenient option for city-based families seeking a newborn photographer close to home. The studio can be reached at (646) 804-8493 or by email at [email protected] for booking inquiries and session availability. 

Rachel Mummert has spent the past eleven years building a family and portrait photography studio in Hanover, Pennsylvania, and today serves newborn, maternity, and family clients throughout the greater Harrisburg and South Central Pennsylvania region. Her studio at 910 1/2 York Street specializes in baby-and-bump photography, guiding parents from maternity portraits through the earliest days of their newborn’s life.

Rachel’s approach to newborn sessions emphasizes patience and preparation, especially for first-time parents who aren’t sure what to expect from their baby’s first portrait session. Clients consistently describe leaving her studio with “such a wonderful selection of photos” and feeling that they received “exactly what we wanted” from the experience. That attention to detail has helped build a loyal following of 83 reviews and a 4.9-star average rating, with many families returning for repeat sessions across newborn, milestone, and family portraits as their children grow.

Reachable at (717) 219-4841, Rachel works with Harrisburg-area families who want a newborn photographer with over a decade of hands-on studio experience and a reputation for making nervous new parents feel comfortable. Her Hanover studio is a straightforward drive from Harrisburg, York, and the West Shore, and her portfolio reflects a soft, timeless style built around capturing a baby’s earliest details before they change forever. 

Mariam Zaki operates a Camp Hill studio at 1525 Cedar Cliff Drive specializing in newborn, maternity, and family photography for Central Pennsylvania families, including Harrisburg, Camp Hill, Mechanicsburg, Lemoyne, and Etters. In 2024, Harrisburg Magazine named her one of the Top 5 Best Photographers in the region, and in 2025 she took First Place for Creativity at the MK Competition, a contest spanning Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, and Washington D.C.

Mariam times newborn sessions for babies between 5 and 14 days old, when infants are typically sleepiest and easiest to pose safely. Sessions run 1 to 1.5 hours to allow for feeding and soothing breaks, and she offers both in-studio and in-home newborn photography depending on what works best for each family. Every final image receives professional retouching while keeping a natural, true-to-life appearance rather than an overly processed look.

Client feedback consistently describes Mariam as “incredibly gentle and patient” with newborns, with her Facebook page reflecting a 100% recommendation rate across 38 reviews. Reachable at 717-215-9684, Mariam has become one of the more decorated newborn photographers in the Harrisburg market in recent years, combining competition-recognized creative work with a calm, baby-led approach to every session. 

Kate McCord has built one of Central Pennsylvania’s most trusted newborn photography studios, based just off I-83 in Etters, Pennsylvania, a short drive from downtown Harrisburg. She holds a Master Certification from the National Association of Professional Child Photographers (NAPCP), a credential earned through rigorous safety and posing training that most newborn photographers never pursue. Harrisburg Magazine named her Simply the Best Photographer in 2023, and her studio has since been recognized again as a Macaroni Kid Family Favorite and a Carlisle-West Shore area winner.

Kate offers two distinct newborn experiences: baby-led in-home lifestyle sessions that capture a family’s story in the comfort of their own space, and relaxed studio sessions where every wrap, prop, and accessory is provided, along with access to a client wardrobe closet. Sessions are timed for babies between 7 and 21 days old, when infants sleep most soundly and curl naturally into classic newborn poses. There is no rushing and no forced posing; feeding and comfort breaks are built into every appointment, and older siblings and parents are always welcome in frame.

With a 4.9-star rating across roughly 130 client reviews, Kate has become a go-to newborn photographer for families throughout Harrisburg, York, Mechanicsburg, and Hershey who want an experienced, safety-trained hand guiding their baby’s very first portraits. 

Karissa Zimmer has specialized in newborn photography since 2010, making her one of the most experienced newborn photographers serving the Harrisburg area. Her home studio at 3813 Bellows Drive in Camp Hill sits just minutes from Mechanicsburg, Harrisburg, Hershey, and Carlisle, and has been purpose-built for safe, unhurried newborn sessions.

Sessions run up to six hours to accommodate a baby’s feeding and sleep schedule, with a pre-session consultation covering wardrobe and preparation ahead of time. Karissa photographs each newborn using custom-styled props and accessories from her personal collection, then hand-edits every image to highlight the smallest details, from tiny fingers to the softness of a baby’s first days. Roughly two to three weeks after the session, clients return for a guided viewing and ordering appointment, where they can select from luxury products including Italian wall art, framed prints, and heirloom albums and display cases.

With a 5.0-star rating across 68 reviews, Karissa has built a reputation for treating newborn photography as a keepsake-making process rather than a simple digital download. Reachable at (717) 991-7414, she remains one of the longest-tenured newborn specialists working in the Harrisburg and Camp Hill market today, with nearly sixteen years of dedicated newborn experience. 

Henley Design Studio is a boutique luxury maternity and newborn photography studio located at 5 Montego Court in Dillsburg, Pennsylvania, just outside Harrisburg. The studio operates three separate photography spaces and has built its newborn sessions around an “artistry and care” philosophy, using soft tones and gentle styling to create timeless portraits of a baby’s earliest days.

Henley’s newborn clients have access to an extensive studio wardrobe of more than 100 gowns and outfits, along with professional hair and makeup services lasting 60 to 90 minutes for parents who want polished family portraits alongside their baby’s newborn photos. Sessions are conducted in a warm, nurturing studio environment designed to keep both baby and parents comfortable throughout. Newborn clients also receive complimentary monthly milestone sessions as their baby grows, extending the relationship well beyond the initial newborn shoot.

Edited digital images are typically delivered within 5 to 7 business days, and clients can select heirloom-quality printed products such as metal prints and canvases to display in their home. Reachable at (717) 386-9263, Henley Design Studio serves Harrisburg-area families looking for a full-service luxury studio experience built around newborn and maternity photography from start to finish. 

Erin Shaffer runs an award-winning portrait studio at 4076 Market Street in Camp Hill, offering newborn, maternity, milestone, cake smash, family, senior, and pet photography to clients throughout the Harrisburg and West Shore area. Her newborn portfolio includes sessions photographed both in her Camp Hill studio and on location, with a style she describes as “real life art for every moment.”

Erin has built a strong local reputation for working comfortably with young children and newborns alike, and her studio has earned a 5.0-star rating across roughly 49 client reviews. Families throughout Harrisburg, Mechanicsburg, and Lemoyne turn to Erin not only for newborn sessions but for ongoing portrait work as their children move through cake smash, milestone, and family sessions, which speaks to the long-term relationships she builds with her clients.

Reachable at (717) 695-6557, Erin’s Camp Hill studio is centrally located for families across Central Pennsylvania, and her newborn work reflects careful attention to soft lighting and gentle posing that keeps babies calm throughout the session. Her willingness to photograph everything from a baby’s first days through their senior portraits makes her a familiar face for many Harrisburg-area families who return to her year after year for each new milestone. 

Dana Carvell has specialized in Harrisburg-area newborn photography since 2015, running a bright, cozy studio in the heart of downtown Camp Hill at 2028 Market Street, just around the corner from Harrisburg. A mother of six, Dana started her business trying to capture every moment of her own children’s early years and has since turned that instinct into a dedicated newborn and family photography practice.

Her studio is stocked with an extensive collection of newborn props, wraps, headbands, and backdrops, so parents don’t need to worry about bringing anything themselves. Dana’s light, neutral, baby-focused editing style is designed to highlight the delicate details of the newborn stage, from tiny fingers to soft, sleepy expressions, before that fleeting window closes. Newborn sessions range from $350 to $650 depending on the number of final images purchased, and every gallery is delivered digitally with an optional print store for professional-quality prints shipped directly to clients.

Dana Carvell Photography holds a 5-star rating across its client reviews, and Dana’s experience raising six children of her own, ranging from toddlers to teenagers, has made her especially comfortable and unshakeable around newborns and young kids alike. She can be reached at (717) 303-8864.