Top 10 Family Photographers in Louisville, KY

Having a family portrait you love hanging on the wall is always a joy, no matter what stage of life your children are at. It could be an image of your newborn, all the fun of a family holiday or proudly standing alongside your child as they graduate.

In Louisville, you’ll find plenty of family photographers who each offer their own take on the genre. Read on to discover 10 of the best and the style of family photography they offer.

Chandler Rose Photography

Chandler Rose Photography is the brainchild of Alex and Haley, who met while doing an internship at a church in Wisconsin. They are forever grateful for family members who have preserved photos of their ancestors, ensuring their memories and stories are kept alive.

As photographers, they see themselves as storytellers, documenters, and history preservers, with a focus on capturing the “honest, messy, normal lives” of their clients. Aside from photography, Chandler Rose also offers videography services throughout Louisville and beyond.

Stephanie Viricki Photography

Stephanie Viricki is one of Louisville’s premier newborn photographers and offers a fresh and modern take on baby portraits. Her images are always beautifully composed, with attention to detail and gorgeous coloring.

In addition to newborn photography, Stephanie also offers maternity portraits for expectant moms and family sessions. We love the natural feel of her images, with genuine connections and emotions radiating from them. Stephanie can also be hired to document milestone celebrations, such as one-year cake smash sessions.

Once Upon a Flash

Kennisha Fisher is the owner and photographer of Once Upon a Flash, which is dedicated to documenting growing families. As a mother of five boys herself, she understands how quickly they turn from newborn babies into toddlers and teenagers, and the importance of preserving each stage of their lives.

Through her work, Kennisha wants to get to know her clients as people and understand their values while capturing all of the tiny details of their family lives.

Bluegrass Bebe Photography

Amy is the woman behind the camera at Bluegrass Bebe Family, which has garnered a reputation as one of Louisville’s top family photography businesses. She says that she is always searching for moments to slow down and wants to freeze them in time, with a belief that the only thing that lasts longer than a moment is the photographs we take. Amy is particularly talented at environmental shoots, with dramatic lighting and stunning flares seen throughout her portfolio.

nzaPhotography

nzaPhotography is named after its owner, Nicole Zirnheld Aldridge, who says that she has been passionate about art since she was little. After graduating with a Bachelor of Arts Degree from Western Kentucky University (specializing in advertising and graphic design), she went on to work as an art director and web designer for several years. It was while being a birth doula and becoming a mom herself that she started getting serious about photography and she officially opened for business in 2011.

BG Photo Louisville

Born and raised in Louisville, Morgan Berry Gould is a dedicated family photographer who specializes in newborns. She is passionate about documenting connections, whether you’re welcoming a new baby into your home or capturing the craziness of daily family life.

Morgan says that she is constantly trying to keep her photography fresh and her “creativity cranking”, with unique compositions that set her work apart. We love all the tiny feet and lazy yawns - memories you will look back on fondly for many years to come.

Shanna Simpson Photography

Shanna Simpson is an award-winning family photographer who is on a mission to capture her subjects’ unique personalities. She describes her style as modern yet timeless while being boldly colored and dynamic.

Shanna has more than a decade of professional experience in the industry and knew that she wanted to be a photographer from an early age. But it wasn’t until after her daughter was born that she really took the plunge, with her successful business now based out of a beautiful studio in Crescent Hill.

Jennifer Rittenberry

Jennifer Rittenberry is a family, newborn, and maternity photographer who was named 2016 Parent’s Choice by “Beauty & Lifestyle Mommy Magazine”. She offers no-obligation studio consultations for clients who are nervous about the portrait process or just want to better understand the experience.

Jennifer uses this opportunity to connect with her subjects and understand what they want from a family portrait session. Her work has been published by the Newborn Photographers Association and Ana Brandt’s Belly Baby Love.

Jackie Finn Photography

Jackie Finn is another photographer on our list who was born and raised in Louisville and is the proud mom to twin girls and two boys. Not only does she document newborn babies at the hospital but she also offers in-home shoots and on-location family portrait sessions.

In addition, Jackie is a certified CPS (car seat and passenger safety) technician and volunteers with NILMDTS taking remembrance portraits for parents following the death of a baby.

Craig Paul Studio

Specializing in family portraits and weddings, Craig Paul Studio is an award-winning photography company in Louisville. Craig graduated with a Master's from the Savannah College of Art & Design and has been working as a professional photographer since 1996.

As a result, he is highly experienced in lighting and posing and knows all of the best portrait locations in Louisville. In the lead-up to each photography session, his team takes the time to get to know the families they are working with and create a custom-designed experience to suit their needs.

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