Top 9 Family Photographers in Portland
Families are constantly changing with new additions and growing children, which is why it’s so important to capture those fleeting moments in time. Family photography is all about documenting your family, with all of its quirks and eccentricities, and creating a memory that you will be able to look back on in years to come.
There is no shortage of talented family photographers in Portland who can capture your family, either in the studio or at a location of your choice. In this list, we’ll highlight 9 of the best who have proven again and again why they are at the top of their game.
Becca Jean Photography
With her work featured by Dress + Muse, Nations Photo Lab, and The Local Arrow, Becca is a fun and personable Portland photographer who specializes in families. She has two kids of her own and teaches reading groups at elementary schools, which has given her the ability to connect with children. She describes herself as “happy and goofy”, with her photography perfect for “expressive and silly families”. Previous clients rave about her inquisitive and wonderful nature, as well as her beautiful photography skills.
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Lion & Oak Photography
Amy is the creative behind the lens at Lion & Oak Photography, a Washougal-based business that specializes in family photography. It all started from the simple desire to document her children as they grew and has evolved into her capturing the connections between other families, exactly as they are right now.
Amy is on a mission to not only see but tell your family story and collaborates with clients throughout the greater Portland area, the Columbia River Gorge, and along the Oregon coast.
Kimi Photography
Kimi Photography is the husband and wife team of Kimi and Mike, who focus their talents on newborn, maternity, and family portraits. Originally from Osaka, Kimi is the lead photographer while Mike takes care of the technical and administrative side of things. They say that they aspire to capture your special moments in the “purest and most beautiful form”, whether it’s a first birthday party, a cake smash session, or a day at the park with your loved ones.
Laura Santos Photography
Over 10 years ago, Laura Santos transformed her interest in photography into a career and is now one of the leading family, newborn, and wedding photographers in Portland. She says that she realized early on that in family portraiture, you need to be more than just a photographer but someone who can connect with kids of all ages and manage sessions so that they are fun and stress-free. In particular, Laura loves documenting the natural and genuine expressions of families and their unique dynamics.
Sommessa Photography
Mel is the owner and lead photographer at Sommessa Photography and was first introduced to photography during her family planning years. After starting work as a doula, she came to realize how important it was to support families through the childbearing year and that this was something she was truly passionate about. She now describes photography as her “calling” and offers her just another way to connect with the families she serves.
Chris Brodell
Chris first started taking photography seriously in middle school when he began developing black and white photos of his chocolate labrador in the school darkroom. In 2006, he started his first photography studio in the Bay Area and when he moved to Portland in 2018 to be closer to his family, he continued his business. Chris says that he’s always loved looking at old family photos and the memories they bring back and loves the opportunity to document families as they change and grow.
A Day in the Light Photography
A Day in the Light Photography is the team of Kristi and Anna-Lisa, both of whom honed their photography skills while documenting their own families. They’ve been friends since their freshman year at Willamette University and became close when they both moved back to Portland to become moms. As passionate storytellers, they love capturing the milestones of other families, with all of their affection and love, as well as the joy and curiosity of children.
Kati Dimoff Photography
Even as a kid, Kati Dimoff knew that she wanted to be a photographer, but her goal at that time was to shoot for “National Geographic.” She’s since discovered that her passion lies elsewhere in documenting the lives of Portland families. Through her photography, she aims to create heirlooms that will be passed down through families and hung on the walls of countless homes. Kati’s not about staging scenes but loves capturing real life moments and spirited children.
Posy Quarterman
Specializing in maternity, newborn, child, and family portraits, Posy Quarterman works on location throughout the Portland area. She loves photographing people in their natural surroundings, whether it’s in your home or at a local park where you go to play. In describing her approach, Posy says she strives to “capture the spirit behind the eyes” through a style that is “honest, insightful, comfortable, professional, unassuming and warm”. Even after years of working as a family photographer, she still feels joy at being welcomed into the lives of others.