KATIE STANSFIELD

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motherhood photographer richmond

motherhood photographer richmond

A woman looking at and holding a baby at a Richmond mini session by Katie Stansfield Photography.

When was the last time you had family portraits? Do you find it challenging to fit a family photography session into your already busy schedule? A fall mini session may be the perfect fit for your family’s needs. These sessions are much shorter than a full-length session at just 15-minutes long, which is great for […]

A woman bending down to hold a basket while looking down at her baby in the basket at a Richmond family photography session by Katie Stansfield Photography.

In your family photography session, you’ll see me shooting with two cameras: a film camera, which was the original camera used for photography, and a digital camera, which is more commonly used today. The beauty of film is what first drew me to photography, and it’s central to my artistry. I remember first coming across […]

A green crocheted pillow, white quilt, and stuffed bear on a white glider at a Richmond newborn nursery photography session by Katie Stansfield Photography.

One of the most exciting things to do when planning for your newborn’s arrival is decorating his or her nursery. But planning this nursery can also feel overwhelming at first. Narrowing down a theme, choosing the best items, and thinking through how it will all look once complete creates another task during the busy time […]

A mother holding her newborn while sitting next to the father at a Richmond outdoor newborn photography session by Katie Stansfield Photography.

Oftentimes when thinking about newborn photography sessions, families automatically gravitate towards having their session in their home, indoors. These indoor newborn photography sessions can be a great option for many families, but for those who want something a little different yet still timeless, an outdoor newborn photography session can be the perfect choice. Here are […]

A close-up of a man and woman holding the woman's pregnancy bump during a Richmond maternity photography session by Katie Stansfield Photography.

Pregnancy is such an exciting time filled with many new experiences and so much anticipation. One of the most exciting things early on, soon after finding out you’re expecting, is sharing the news with friends and family. Pregnancy announcement photos are a beautiful way to share your excitement with others and document that special moment […]

A newborn wrapped in a blanket and laying in a basket with his mother's hands holding his hands at a Richmond in-home newborn photography session by Katie Stansfield Photography.

Newborn sessions are such a sweet time to document your little one’s early days. When planning for your Richmond in-home newborn photography session, it’s best to start preparing before the baby arrives. These sessions often take place within the first two weeks of your baby’s arrival, so having a plan ahead of time can support […]

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