A luxury photography studio serving families in and around covington, louisiana
✨ maternity ✨ newborn ✨ children ✨ family
Welcome, friend!
Our full service studio offers a one-of-a-kind experience. All portrait sessions are individualized and created specifically for you. We will spend time together mapping out every detail to plan the session of your dreams. Our studio is located on nine beautiful acres in Covington, LA. The property is covered with live oak trees and climbing roses making the most stunning backdrop for your photos. The studio is filled with everything we need to create magic!
The best part is you will leave your full service photography experience with heirloom art pieces to adorn your walls. Your photographs will be printed in Italy on 300 year archival museum grade fine art paper that is of the most exceptional quality.
Our clients desire unique, timeless portraits that will be proudly displayed in their home. They are looking for a photographer that is a photoshop wizard creating stunning pieces of art featuring reminiscent of a storybook featuring the ones you love.
Does this sound like you? If so, read on! ❤️📸
Hi! I’m annie
As a mother of two girls, I know first hand how quickly they go from chubby-kneed toddlers to high school graduates. The journey through childhood is fast! At Annie Whitaker Photography, we specialize in custom portrait sessions that offer a truly unique experience. Our aim is to craft stunning art pieces for your home that capture the magic of childhood and are destined to be cherished family heirlooms passed down through generations.
Heirloom Portraits: A fine art southern tradition
Timeless vignetted portraits printed on heirloom quality fine art paper, these will become cherished pieces of art in your home and loved for years to come.
Award Winning newborn photographer
With over 20 years of experience photographing newborns, newborn safety is our top priority. The softest touch and greatest care are used when photographing your newborn. Annie was named BEST NEWBORN PHOTOGRAPHER IN LOUISIANA in 2018 by Bored Panda and has received several awards and recognition over the years for her photography.
How to prepare for your Covington Newborn photo session
We understand it may be a little intimidating traveling with baby. But I promise, it’s not bad! Even a little exciting. Often your newborn session will be your first outing and a very enjoyable one! Here you will find details on how to prepare your baby to ensure a successful session.
What Makes Us Special?
Storytelling
My goal as your photographer is to tell your story…..to capture the tiny details and personalities of each child in a beautiful and artistic way. Through intentional styling and careful composition, we will create beautiful imagery that will capture the essence of childhood.
Timeless Portraits
Your family’s portraits will never go out of style. Each image is hand edited to perfection. Your portraits will look like they belong on the pages of a story book. The studio property is such a unique location! It is filled with 100 year-old oak trees, climbing roses, fields of wildflowers.
HEIRLOOMs
telling your family’s story through fine art prints
More than just a portrait session. We will create breathtaking artwork of your beautiful family for your home. Your portraits will be handcrafted in Italy on museum quality fine art paper. Together, we will create fine art heirlooms that will be enjoyed for generations.
- ALBUMS
- METAL WALL ART
- CANVAS WALL ART
- ACRYLIC WALL ART
- WOOD PHOTOBLOCKS
- COLLAGES
- DECKLED PRINTS
- FOLIO BOXES
In our studio, we have samples of all of our products on hand so you can choose exactly how you would like to display your images.
Personalized
Each session styled by me is completely personalized. I strive to create images that resemble your child’s favorite fairytale. The studio is stocked with everything needed to make magic including hundreds of vintage clothing pieces from the 1920s-1950s. They add an extra layer of charm and nostalgia to your portraits.
Let’s create something extraordinary!
Experience fine art photography. Your session with Annie Whitaker Photography will be customized to tell the unique story of your family. Together we will create art you will treasure forever.
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What do you think?
Do we sound like a good match? The first step is to schedule a quick phone call to provide more detailed info on your session of choice and schedule your consultation! This is where we will get together to plan out all of the details of your session and review all of the amazing ways you can enjoy your portraits.
Simple process to beautiful artwork
1. The Consultation
At your pre-session consultation, we will plan out all of the details of your custom portrait session. Here we will design the session of your dreams. Depending on the session type, we will go through luxurious newborn knits and headbands, choose colors for backdrops or try on clothes from my carefully curated collection of vintage children’s clothes. Additionally, we review all the amazing ways you can enjoy your photos after your session and look at all of your product options.
2. The session
Here is where the magic happens. If you are coming for a newborn session, I am a baby whisperer! There is no need to worry if your baby will do well. With 20 years of experience, I just get newborns. I understand their cues and am patient and gentle and can guarantee amazing photos. If you are coming for a portrait session, the studio is located on the most stunning property that will make your photos so special. Children enjoy coming to “play” on the tree swings and trees. It is completely stress free and an enjoyable experience!
3. The viewing and ordering appointment
By far the best part of the experience! Here we will view together all of the best images from your session. You will select your favorites and we will design unique artwork for your home. All artwork is of the finest quality printed in Italy on museum quality paper. You will have your final products 4-6 weeks after this appointment. Your matching digital files will be delivered approximately one week after your ordering appointment.
frequently asked questions
When should we book a newborn photographer in New Orleans?
Most newborn photographers in New Orleans and south Louisiana book up to 2-3 months in advance. I recommending reaching out in your 2nd trimester if you find a maternity or newborn photographer that you would love to work with as schedules fill up quickly. Personally, I limit myself to 4 newborns a month. Additionally, it takes a little time to plan out the session of your dreams. Want to leave plenty of time for your pre-session consultation.
What age should I have my newborn photographed?
Typically, it is recommended to schedule your newborn session within the first two weeks of life. At this stage babies sleep deeply so they can be safely posed in those sweet poses you see all over my website. Also, babies may begin to peal or develop baby acne (all completely normal), but it is nice avoiding that if possible. That being said, as a newborn photographer in New Orleans, while I prefer younger newborns, I am very successful in getting “newborn” style photos of babies of all ages. So don’t hesitate to reach out if you missed that newborn window.
How do I prepare for my newborn session?
You don’t have to stress about that AT ALL! All of the planning and designing will already have been done at your pre-session consultation so when you arrive at the studio I will have everything you picked out all set up. Prior to the session, I will send you “baby prep instructions” which are simple suggestions that will help your session go smoothly.
When are maternity photos taken?
I suggest planning to have your New Orleans maternity portrait session between 30-34 weeks. That way you are still pretty comfortable and to be honest, you never know when babies are going to decide to arrive.
Do you provide clothing?
For children and babies, YES! That is the best part! I have an extensive collection of vintage dresses, denim, and knits for boys and girls. This I feel is what helps your portraits with me stand out and become something extra special. For newborns, I provide every beautiful prop including luxurious knits, delicate dry flower headbands, and vibrant backdrops.
For adults, I believe everyone has their own unique style. We will work together at your consultation to go over color pallets and plan outfit options from your closet.
Who can I include in my custom New Orleans newborn session or portrait session?
Anyone you love! We are going to create something so special together. Art work that is going to fill your heart with joy every time you pass it in your home. Everyone and anyone that you cherish is welcome. Siblings, grandparents (I LOVE generational photos!), best friends, fur babies…….
Guides & Resources
I’ve created several helpful guides to prepare you for your newborn, maternity, or family session!
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