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Framed portrait of a baby with light-colored hair in a pink outfit, displayed near a decorative vase.

LITTLE MOMENTS, LASTING

Aug 29, 2025

Pastel Baby Portraits | Raleigh, NCThis 1-year-old’s pastel portrait captures the delicate charm of early childhood. Dressed in a soft smoked pink bishop dress from Feltman Brothers, she became the centerpiece of a timeless heirloom artwork cherished by her family. Each loved one chose a frame to make their portrait uniquely special—champagne for some, gold for others—creating a personal keepsake that will be treasured for generations.Why Choose a Pastel Portrait for ...

Charcoal senior portrait of young woman in Raleigh, NC, head and shoulders.

SHADES OF ACHIEVEMENT

Aug 12, 2025

Senior Charcoal Portraits | Raleigh, NCThere is something timeless about the way charcoal captures childhood—it softens edges, deepens shadows, and allows a child’s personality to shine without distraction. This senior charcoal portrait was created for a Raleigh family who wanted to preserve this moment of transition from childhood into adulthood.Why Choose a Charcoal Portrait?Charcoal has a classic quality that feels both refined and nostalgic. Unlike color photographs, charcoal ...

HOLIDAY HEIRLOOM GIFTS

Aug 06, 2025

HEIRLOOM PORTRAITS FOR GIFTING IN RALEIGH Holiday Heirloom Portraits: A Gift With MeaningWhen it comes to gift-giving, few things are more cherished than something truly personal.An heirloom portrait isn’t just a beautiful frame on the wall — it’s a tangible expression of love, legacy, and childhood preserved. Whether you’re gifting grandparents, surprising your partner, or creating a forever-piece for your own home, now is the time to begin if you'd like it in hand ...

Side-by-side oil portraits of child in studio and garden settings, Raleigh NC

TWO WAYS TO REMEMBER

Jul 29, 2025

RALEIGH CHILDREN'S OIL PORTRAIT PAINTINGS Every child has many sides—and every family has a unique vision for how they’d like that story told. Our two styles of backdrops showcase the beauty of both studio oil and garden oil portraits throughout the Raleigh area. Displayed side by side, they highlight the subtle power of setting and how it shapes the feeling of the final piece.The studio oil portrait offers a clean, classic backdrop that draws attention to the subject’s ...

Side-by-side of charcoal and pastel children’s heirloom portraits, Raleigh N

DRAWN TO LIGHT

Jul 22, 2025

CHILDREN'S HEIRLOOM VIGNETTE PORTRAITS IN RALEIGH, NC Subtle expression. Honest gaze. Timeless detail. Head and shoulders portraits focus on the face—where personality shines most clearly—and the medium you choose brings a distinct mood and texture to the final piece.In this side-by-side comparison, we’re showcasing two of our most popular styles: charcoal and pastel. While both portraits capture the same level of detail and emotion, their overall feeling couldn’t ...

“Full-body oil portrait of a red-haired boy in classic outfit, Wake Forest NC

BRUSHSTROKES OF BOYHOOD

Jul 15, 2025

FULL BODY CHILD OIL PORTRAIT IN WAKE FOREST There’s something truly special about turning a moment of childhood into a timeless piece of art. This full-body oil portrait of a three-year-old red-haired boy was created using reference photos taken in his Wake Forest home. His soft, inquisitive expression and simple outfit—a classic mandarin collar shirt paired with khaki shorts—gave the portrait a refined yet endearing feel.Printed on fine giclée canvas and enhanced ...

DEAR SANTA 2025 - The Details

Jul 11, 2025

DEAR SANTA 2025 - COMING SOON! Hello friends! We are so proud to announce the 19th consecutive year for Dear Santa! This event will begin booking soon! Investment and FAQs are below if you'd like to browse those details before requesting an appointment. PRICING: The Session fee for Dear Santa is $35 for the first subject and $25 for each additional subject. The Dear Santa Collection is $399 and includes your choice of five digital ...

Fine art portrait of a two-year-old boy with soft expressions, photographed in Raleigh, NC

A TIMELESS STUDY

Jul 08, 2025

A TIMELESS STUDY There’s something magical about capturing a child at this age—still baby-soft but full of emerging personality. This custom portrait study of a two-year-old boy was photographed right in the heart of the family’s Raleigh home, where he felt most comfortable and free to be himself.Set in the family’s cozy living room, the morning light and familiar surroundings brought out a wide range of sweet expressions—from quiet curiosity to joyful ...

Charcoal vignette portrait of a baby girl wearing a delicate white bonnet, printed on hand-torn cotton paper and framed in a sleek gold frame.

PORTRAITS, SIMPLIFIED

Jul 01, 2025

Raleigh Children's In Home Photographer As a Raleigh children’s photographer specializing in pastel, charcoal, and mixed media oil portrait paintings, my goal is to take the stress out of creating timeless heirloom portraits. Recently, I completed a charcoal vignette of a baby girl in a delicate white bonnet, printed on 100% hand-torn cotton paper and framed in a sleek gold frame. This portrait, ready to hang and beautifully crafted, is the fourth I’ve created for this ...

Family of four laughing together at the edge of the water during golden hour

A STORY BY THE SEA