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Jess Cattles Photography

Columbia, South Carolina

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Why we chose Jess Cattles Photography

Jess Cattles built her Columbia, South Carolina studio around a phrase she repeats to nearly every new client: sessions here are baby-led, not clock-led. That means stopping for a milk break or a snuggle break whenever a newborn needs one, even if it stretches the appointment longer than planned. As a mother of two herself, Jess says she understands why new parents are anxious handing over a days-old baby to someone else's studio, so she keeps every swaddle and prop scrupulously clean and sticks to gentle, natural posing rather than anything that requires forcing a pose. Her fine art style leans toward heirloom-quality portraiture — the kind meant to hang on a wall or sit in a printed album rather than live only on a phone. Jess Cattles Photography is based in Columbia and works with families across South Carolina, with select trips into North Carolina and Georgia for newborn sessions. Beyond newborns, she also photographs maternity and young children, often working with the same families as their kids grow. Office hours run Monday through Friday, and she typically responds to new inquiries within two days. For Columbia parents who want unhurried, detail-oriented newborn portraits without a rigid timeline, Jess's baby-led approach is the throughline of her business.

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Jess Cattles Photography location, hours & contact

LocationColumbia, South Carolina Get directions
Phone435-565-0618
Websitejesscattlesphotography.com
SpecialtiesNewborn, family and maternity photography

Jess Cattles Photography FAQs

Where can I book a session with Jess Cattles Photography?

Jess Cattles Photography works from Columbia, South Carolina. Jess Cattles built her Columbia, South Carolina studio around a phrase she repeats to nearly every new client: sessions here are baby-led, not clock-led.

What makes Jess Cattles Photography's photos stand out?

As a mother of two herself, Jess says she understands why new parents are anxious handing over a days-old baby to someone else's studio, so she keeps every swaddle and prop scrupulously clean and sticks to gentle, natural posing rather than anything that requires forcing a pose.

What kind of clients does Jess Cattles Photography work with?

Jess Cattles Photography is based in Columbia and works with families across South Carolina, with select trips into North Carolina and Georgia for newborn sessions.

How does Jess Cattles Photography rank among Columbia family photographers?

Jess Cattles Photography ranks No. 8 for newborn photography, No. 6 for maternity photography and No. 3 for family photography among the Columbia studios we reviewed for 2027. Rankings are earned through research and can't be bought.

Does Jess Cattles Photography shoot more than family sessions?

Besides family work, Jess Cattles Photography is listed for newborn and maternity photography.

How can I check Jess Cattles Photography's availability?

You can reach Jess Cattles Photography by calling 435-565-0618, through jesscattlesphotography.com and by sending your date through the form on this page.

What does “baby-led” mean during a Jess Cattles newborn session?

It means the session pauses whenever the baby needs a milk break, a diaper change, or extra soothing, rather than working around a strict schedule.

Where is Jess Cattles Photography based?

The studio is based in Columbia, South Carolina, with sessions also offered in select North Carolina and Georgia locations.

Does Jess Cattles Photography offer more than newborn sessions?

Yes, the studio also photographs maternity and young children, and many families return for milestone sessions as their kids grow.

How quickly does Jess respond to inquiries?

New inquiries are typically answered within 48 hours, with office hours Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.