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Hattiesburg Newborn Photographer

Because Babies don’t keep

Hi, I’m Michael

I’m a Mississippi newborn photographer helping busy moms capture their stories with a joyful and laidback photography experience.  I’ll take care of every detail from the first conversation to the day you receive your personalized heirlooms.

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Why Work With Me

Full Service

If you want to be pampered with hair & makeup, and beautiful artwork to fill your homes then I’m the photographer for you!

Heart

As a dad of three, I realize how quickly those early years pass, I’m currently living it! I promise to treat your family as if I was photographing my own.

Experience

I’ve been photographing families since 2007. That’s 16+ years of working with families and small children. I’ve seen and experienced it all.

Top 5 Tips for a Newborn Session

A few tips for your upcoming session.

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Testimonials

“We had an amazing experience with Michael! He was so friendly and made us feel at ease right away. He was quick to suggest certain poses or adjust us to make sure we looked our best and weren’t just thrown in front of a camera without guidance. He was so patient with our 10-month-old son and had lots of sweet ideas for photos of us. Before our session, he sent us a helpful guide with outfit suggestions.“
Rhyan D.
“Michael took maternity and newborn pictures for our family, and I cannot express how much I love and treasure these pictures! He was extremely patient with our very excited 6 year old and engaged her in the process. I cannot state enough how much I recommend Michael for any and all of your photography needs!“
Sarah H.
“Enjoyed our session so much! Michael did such a good job. He went above and beyond to keep my Toddler interested! I’m so in Love with our photos!!
Jade N.
“Oh we had such a wonderful time during our session with Michael. He made us feel comfortable & made our 19 month old laugh & giggle the whole time. We got our pictures quickly too which was so nice because I was excited to see how they turned out. We have found our favorite photographer in Mississippi!“
Jenn H.

Next Steps

01

Consultation

Feeling anxious? There’s no need to worry. Our comprehensive portrait consultation is designed to help you uncover what truly matters to you, ensuring that your images are not only enchanting but also profoundly significant.

02

Styling Guide

Every client receives a styling guide to help prepare for your session. I’m happy to assist in finding the perfect outfits for you and your family. I’m working on building a client closet so there’s no need to go anywhere else to look your best.

03

Book Your Session

We just need to get your session on the books. You will be sent an invoice and contract that can all be handled online.

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Pricing & Information

Simple Sessions $150 – perfect for little ones & milestones. 15+ images will be shown at your reveal session.

Classic Sessions $250 – perfect for the whole family. 40+ images will be shown at your reveal session.

All artwork & digital files are sold separately at a reveal session.

There is no minimum purchase and you only buy what you love!

The average investment is $1200. Please contact me for a full pricing guide.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Joyful & laidback, relaxed/natural posing to look your best but not awkward. My colors are true to life & film inspired.

When picking outfits we recommend keeping in mind the word “complement” rather than “match.” For example, if Dad is wearing a blue and pink pastel plaid shirt, the Mom may want to choose a long, soft blue dress. It can also be a great idea to choose “color-families,” such as pastels or jewel tones.

A good rule of thumb: pick 3 or so colors and spread them throughout the family. Don’t be afraid to mix a few subtle patterns or textures (such as linen). 

And always keep the location in mind. If we’re shooting in a green field, light green dresses might blend in too much with the surroundings. 

Yes, for in-home sessions I travel all over the south of Mississippi (Hattiesburg, Columbia, Biloxi), south Alabama (Fairhope, Gulfshores, Mobile), and Florida (Pensacola, Perdido Key, Pensacola Beach, and Gulf Breeze)

Your reveal session is when you will see your images, and this will take place within two weeks of your session.

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If you’re looking for a photographer and you connect with my work, I would love to hear from you!