Your Family, Your City.

Because now is worth capturing.

Maternity, Newborn, & Family Photography in New York City

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We photograph your family at full volume

Your vibe. Your connection. Everyone in the frame.

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Your block, your neighborhood, your city.

You’re raising a family in one of the most alive cities in the world. The story is already unfolding. We just help you hold onto it. We’ve been doing this for 15 years and we’re still obsessed.

Photos made to live in your home, not get lost in your phone.

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Our first apartment was where we built our family. If it weren’t for our SHK pictures, our son wouldn’t even remember it.

Hiroko Schappert

What to Expect

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A team who knows NYC inside out

15+ years photographing families across Brooklyn and Manhattan—we know the light in Prospect Park in October, the iconic streets of the West Village, the pizza joints in Fort Greene, and the stoops in your neighborhood.

02.

Sessions that feel like adventures, not appointments

We follow your family’s energy. If your kid wants to chase pigeons or climb every stoop on the block, great—that’s the good stuff.

03.

Everything you need to show up ready and confident

We’ll help you plan your session, pick what to wear, and get your kids excited. Show up, have fun, let us handle the rest.

04.

We help your photos actually live in your home

Once your gallery is ready, we don’t disappear. We’ll help you figure out what to print, what goes on the wall, and what gets sent to grandma.

“We didn’t realize we were making memories,
we were just having fun”

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Come leap with us!

Maternity, newborn, and family photography for the milestones in your growing family

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How to Book a Maternity, Newborn, or Family Photo Session

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Fill out the form and tell us a little about your family and what you have in mind.

Choose your package

Pick what works for you. We’ll walk you through it if you need help.

Plan with us

We’ll pick a date, map out your session, and make sure you’re ready to have fun.

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Fun stuff to help you prepare and get stoked for family photos

What to Wear for Your Photoshoot

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Preserve and Enjoy Your Family Photos

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I’m Here to Help You

Your Questions Answered

We primarily work in Brooklyn and Manhattan, but we do travel for the right projects. If you’re outside NYC and want to work together, reach out—let’s talk about what’s possible.

For family photography sessions in Brooklyn, Manhattan, or Queens, we recommend booking 4-6 weeks ahead, especially for fall (our busiest season). For maternity photography, we love photographing between 28-32 weeks—that sweet spot where you’re showing beautifully but still comfortable. Newborn photography sessions work best anytime in baby’s first couple of months, so reach out as soon as they arrive and we’ll find a time that works for your new family rhythm. If you need something sooner, contact us, weekdays tend to have more flexibility for last-minute sessions. Sessions outside of the city can require more planning with our photographers, so reach out as soon as you’re able to ensure we can schedule your preferred time.

One hour for family sessions. That’s enough time to get natural moments without exhausting everyone (especially the little ones). Maternity and newborn sessions work a bit differently—we’ll walk you through timing when we plan together.

No, we love to have grandparents join us and we don’t charge extra for it. We love doing shoots with extended family—cousins playing together can be lots of fun. For these larger groups, we do charge an extra fee. Hit us up and we can discuss your particular.

Yes! We have lots of experience photographing weddings and are happy to share pictures. We are also happy to help you capture your birthday parties or events—and if it’s something we feel that isn’t in our wheelhouse we can suggest another photographer.

We’ve been photographing NYC kids for 15+ years. We know how to work with chaos. Honestly, some of our favorite sessions are the ones where parents were most worried beforehand. If your kid wants to run, we run with them. If they’re shy, we give them space. The goal isn’t perfection—it’s capturing your real family. Trust us, we’ve got this.

Life happens. If the weather’s bad or someone’s not feeling well, we’ll reschedule. No stress, no penalty. We’d rather wait for a day when everyone feels good and the light is right.

In 15+ years, this hasn’t happened—but if you’re genuinely unhappy with your gallery, we’ll talk through it and figure out how to make it right. Your satisfaction matters to us.

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“We didn’t realize we were making memories,
we were just having fun”

-Winnie the Pooh

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Your apartment, your block, your neighborhood.

Photos that help you carry the energy of New York City

Photos made to live in your home, not get lost in your phone.

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Will you remember the life your children were born into?

Will you remember the excitement and hope you carried raising a family in the city?

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Simply fill out the form below, and we’ll follow-up within 24-48 hrs. If you’re not sure about anything below, no worries. Fill it out as best as you know, or you can leave it blank. We look forward to hearing from you!

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Will you remember the life your first child was born into?

Know where you’ve come from so you know where you’re going

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From the moment we connect, I ensure a personalized, high-touch experience. At the heart of my work is a deep commitment to telling the unique story of your wedding day with elegance, authenticity, and timeless beauty.

Maternity, Newborn, & Family Photography in New York City

Because now is worth capturing

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Your Family, Your City.

Because Now is Worth Capturing

Maternity, Newborn, & Family Photography in New York City

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Your Family, Your City.

Because Now is Worth Capturing

Maternity, Newborn, & Family Photography in New York City

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Your Family, Your City.

Because Now is Worth Capturing

Maternity, Newborn, & Family Photography in New York City

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Your Family, Your City. Because Now is Worth Capturing

Maternity, Newborn, & Family Photography in New York City

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Because now is worth cpaturing