Classic studio baby photography session at Smallish Photo Studio in Seattle Madrona featuring a toddler girl standing in a white lace blouse holding a security blanket against a dark gray backdrop.

Baby Portraits

The best baby portraits aren't about sitting perfectly still or keeping their outfits clean.

They happen when they finally discover their own toes. When a gummy, two-toothed grin lights up the entire room. When they push up on tiny arms, proud of every single new milestone.

That's what we photograph. Not poses. Moments.

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    Natural & Simple Style

    Classic, timeless portraits of your little one without props or baskets.

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    Relaxed Experience

    We allow lots of time in a calm and comfortable environment, provide diapers, and drinks.

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    Heirloom Print Products

    Archival-quality expertly curated products that last and will be cherished for generations.

Our process

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    1. Consultation Call

    We’ll use this time to learn about your portrait goals and what artwork you’d like to create for your home and family.

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    2. Planning

    An in-person planning session and wardrobe consultation at the studio where we'll discuss all the details.

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    3. Photo Session

    Have fun and enjoy being in the studio as we play together and take the time to get amazing portraits for your family.

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    4. Ordering Appointment

    Following your photo session, we will meet to review your portraits and choose those you’d like to purchase.

About Smallish Studio

From drinks and snacks to a fully equipped changing table with Coterie diapering suppliers, we’ve thought of every last detail for you...so you don’t have to. You just get here. We’ll do the rest.

Located at 1113A 34th Avenue in Seattle, WA 98122

Photo session options

A full-service experience that includes expert styling, image selection, and interior design.

Black and white newborn photography by Smallish Photo Studio in Seattle Madison Park showing a laughing infant with spiky hair in a cozy fuzzy sweater held over mother's shoulder against a white background.

Newborn session

2-hour portrait session for baby and parents.

Black and white studio baby portrait session by Smallish Photo Studio in Seattle West Seattle featuring smiling twin infants sitting on the floor wearing matching denim button-up shirts.

First year milestone series

Includes up to 3 complimentary sessions during the first year.

Black and white baby milestone photography featuring a curly-haired child peeking over a sofa at Smallish Photo Studio in Seattle.

CLIENT REVIEW

Christina made each milestone session comfortable and fun for everyone. It felt like working with a good friend. We are thrilled with the beautiful portraits and album that she produced for our family!

-KANDACE M.

Print products

  • Framed wall portrait featuring museum glass framing by Smallish Photo Studio in Seattle Madison Park showing a black and white baby portrait on a white dresser.

    Wall Portraits

    Choose from a curated selection of frame styles in the Studio and finish with Museum Glass® or Optium Museum Acrylic®.

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    Albums

    Crafted by hand with custom bindery, each 12x12" album is a work of art tailored for your family to last for generations.

  • Matted fine art prints and folio display by Smallish Photo Studio in Seattle Denny Blaine showcasing black and white family portraits stacked on a table.

    Fine Art Prints

    For those who want their portraits printed in the most special way. Printed in the Studio on Hahnemühle fine art paper.

Satisfaction guarantee

At Smallish Photo Studio, completely delighting our customers is our top priority! We want you to be over the moon about the portraits we create for you, and if you’re not, we’ll offer a re-shoot to make sure we capture portraits you can’t live without.

How It Works

It starts with a phone call. You tell me about your baby, your home, and what you're hoping to create. And if you're not sure yet, that's my favorite place to start. I'll help with styling, we'll plan everything together, and then you show up, have the best time, and I’ll take care of the rest.