Newborn Photography in the Tri-Cities & Greater Vancouver
Your baby sets the pace.
I’m Mary. I’ve been photographing newborns and their families since 2015. Every session is calm and baby-led: we feed, cuddle and settle whenever your little one needs it, and I handle every pose with care. You just sit back, rest, and watch your baby get spoiled.
When should I book my newborn session?
The sweetest sleepy, curled-up photos happen when your baby is 5 to 14 days old. Since no one knows exactly when baby will arrive, most parents book during pregnancy, around 20–30 weeks. I hold a spot around your due date, and you message me once baby is here so we can set the exact day.
Baby came early, or you’re past the first two weeks? Get in touch anyway. Older babies photograph beautifully too, just with a few more awake and alert moments.
How your session works
- Free consultation. We talk about the look you love, colours, family photos and any special items you’d like included.
- Before baby arrives. I send you a short guide: how to dress baby, what to bring, and how to keep baby warm, fed and sleepy.
- Session day. About 1 hour (Mini) or 2–3 hours (Regular and Full). The room is kept warm and quiet, and we stop for feeds and cuddles whenever needed. There’s no rush.
- Your gallery. You choose your favourites, retouched in colour and black and white, delivered within 4 weeks.
Newborn packages
Mini
1 hour session- Plus GST
- Limited setups and backdrops
- Newborn and parent photos
- Limited use of props
- 6 retouched digital images
Regular
2–3 hour session- Plus GST
- Full access to props and wraps
- Parent and sibling photos
- 20 retouched digital images
- Five 5×7 prints
Full
2–3 hour session- Plus GST
- Full access to props and wraps
- Parent and sibling photos
- 20 retouched digital images
- Ten 5×7 prints
Every package includes a free consultation, a session plan, and your full gallery within 4 weeks.
Siblings are always free. Extra family members, like grandparents, are $50 per person. Using my maternity gowns in a newborn session is $50.
Expecting and planning ahead? The Belly to Baby package ($1,150 + GST) combines a maternity session and a newborn session and saves you $50. See maternity photography →
Your baby’s safety comes first
Every pose is gentle and baby-led. If baby isn’t comfortable in a position, we don’t do it. Composite poses, like the classic “chin on hands”, are done with a parent’s hands supporting baby and combined in editing. I wash my hands and props between sessions, and baby is never left unsupported.
Why parents choose Artin Photography
- Patient, gentle, never rushed. Sessions run at your baby’s pace.
- Siblings are always welcome, and free. Some of the sweetest photos are big brothers and sisters meeting the baby.
- Experience you can see. Thousands of newborn photos since 2015.
- 4.9 stars from 60+ Google reviews.
What parents say
“What a wonderful experience every newborn baby should have. Mary was so patient and meticulous about getting the right newborn photography shots… Overall, we couldn’t have asked for a better experience.” — Ni Pardi
“Five stars are enough for Mary 🙂 She deserves more than that… She helped us to capture so many beautiful memories, and is so flexible to work with our schedule.” — Ompreet Kaur
Newborn photography FAQ
When is the best time for newborn photos?
When your baby is 5 to 14 days old, when babies are sleepiest and curl up most easily. Book during pregnancy so your spot is held.
What if my baby arrives early or late?
That’s expected. We plan around your due date and set the final date once baby arrives.
Can siblings and parents be in the photos?
Yes. Parent photos are included in every package, and siblings are always free. Extra family members, like grandparents, are $50 per person.
What should we wear?
Soft, solid, neutral colours photograph best. I’ll send you a short what-to-wear guide after you book.
How long until we get our photos?
Your retouched gallery is ready within 4 weeks.
Can I combine maternity and newborn photos?
Yes. The Belly to Baby package covers both and saves you $50.
Helpful Guides for New Parents
Still have questions? These short guides cover what parents ask most: timing, preparation, safety, cost and photo ideas.
When to book, the best age for newborn photos, and what happens if baby arrives early or late.
Simple tips for what to bring, how to dress baby, and how to keep the session calm.
See how gentle posing, baby-led breaks, and careful support keep your little one safe.
Understand newborn photography pricing, package options, and what affects the final cost.
Ideas & Poses
Explore cozy poses, parent photos, sibling portraits, wraps, props, and sweet little details.
Location Served
Options for families in Port Moody, Coquitlam, Burnaby, Vancouver, Surrey, and nearby areas
Ready to book your newborn session?
Tell me your due date and what you’re hoping for, and I’ll get back to you within one business day.