Business Details
Your Trusted Fine Art Photographer for Family, Newborn & Maternity Portraits
Rachel Howden Photography has been dedicated to capturing life's most meaningful moments through the lens of fine art photography for over a decade. Founded by Rachel Howden, a Bay Area native and mother of three, our studio specializes in creating timeless, natural, and lifestyle-focused imagery that preserves the authenticity of family milestones, from maternity and newborn sessions to senior portraits. With a background rooted in both digital and film photography, we offer a unique blend of technical expertise and artistic vision, ensuring every client receives personalized attention and heirloom-quality results. Our approach prioritizes candid moments alongside posed compositions, allowing the true essence of your story to unfold organically.As a Christ-following entrepreneur, Rachel brings integrity and passion to every session, combining her love for creativity with a commitment to excellence. Whether documenting the quiet intimacy of a home newborn session or the vibrant energy of a senior portrait, we strive to deliver images that transcend trends and become cherished family treasures. Our dedication to quality is evident in the 85% film-based portfolio that showcases rich, true-to-life colors and soft, natural tones. With a deep understanding of the emotional significance behind each photograph, we approach every project with empathy, professionalism, and an unwavering attention to detail.
Services
Family Portraits
Newborn Photography
Maternity Sessions
Senior Portraits
Film Photography
Highlights and features
- We offer over 10 years of professional photography experience with a fine art focus
- Our in-home newborn sessions prioritize comfort and natural bonding moments
- We combine film and digital techniques for rich, emotive visual storytelling
- Personalized approach to capturing each family's unique story and style
- Proven expertise in creating heirloom-quality portraits for generations
What people say
Incredible and beautiful moments
Perfect balance of fun, professional
Special moments captured
Talent truly speaks for itself
Heirloom-quality portraits
Services
Family Portraits
Timeless family portraits that capture authentic connections and candid moments alongside posed compositions. Sessions focus on natural interactions in various settings including homes, fields, and sunset locations. Ideal for preserving multi-generational memories with heirloom-quality prints and digital collections.
Newborn Photography
In-home newborn sessions that document delicate early moments with gentle posing and lifestyle documentation. Includes sibling interactions and family bonding while maintaining baby's comfort and safety. Combines film and digital techniques to create soft, emotive imagery of your newborn's first days.
Maternity Sessions
Elegant maternity photography that celebrates the beauty of pregnancy through natural light and outdoor settings. Sessions capture expectant parents' anticipation and connection with the unborn child, creating timeless images to cherish during this special season of life.
Senior Portraits
Custom senior portrait sessions that reflect individual personalities and milestone achievements. Collaborative planning includes location selection, outfit coordination, and styling to create contemporary yet timeless images marking this important life transition.
Film Photography
Professional film photography services that deliver rich, true-to-life colors and soft skin tones. Utilizing both film and digital formats during sessions to create a diverse collection of images with the timeless quality of physical film emulsions.
People
Rachel Howden
Photographer & Owner
Rachel Howden is a Bay Area-based fine art photographer with over a decade of experience capturing family milestones. A mother of three and follower of Christ, she combines her passion for storytelling with technical expertise in both film and digital photography to create timeless portraits that celebrate life's authentic moments.
Questions
What photography styles do you specialize in?
We specialize in natural, lifestyle, and fine art photography with a blend of candid and posed compositions for family, newborn, maternity, and senior portraits.
Do you offer both film and digital photography?
Yes, we use both formats during sessions, with 85% of our portfolio featuring film photography for its rich colors and timeless quality.
What areas do you serve for portrait sessions?
We primarily serve the San Francisco Bay Area including Pleasanton, Marin, and San Francisco locations for all our photography services.
How should we prepare for a family photo session?
We recommend coordinating outfits in neutral tones, bringing comfort items for children, and allowing flexibility for natural interactions during our lifestyle-focused sessions.
What makes your newborn photography unique?
Our newborn sessions take place in-home to capture authentic bonding moments, with gentle posing and ample time for feeding and comfort throughout the session.
