Business Details
19 Years
experience
Your Trusted Newborn & Family Photographer in Orlando & Charleston
Erika Hopkins Photography has been dedicated to capturing the essence of family and life's precious moments since 2007. As a boutique-style portrait studio serving Orlando, FL, and Charleston, SC, we specialize in newborn, maternity, family, and cake smash photography, offering both in-studio and on-location sessions. Our approach combines natural light with a personalized touch, ensuring each session reflects the unique story of your family. We provide comprehensive services including complimentary consultations, wardrobe assistance through our client closet, and a second set of hands during sessions to ensure seamless captures. Our commitment to quality extends to our printing process, where we ensure perfect color calibration and archival-quality products that preserve your memories for generations.With features in national magazines, television, and editorial blogs, we pride ourselves on delivering an exceptional experience that goes beyond the lens. Our team's expertise in custom photography ensures that every detailfrom location selection to final printis handled with care and artistic integrity. We stand behind our work with a promise of excellence, offering digital portraits and boutique products designed to showcase your family's story in the most beautiful way possible.
Services
Newborn Portraits
Maternity Portraits
Family Portraits
Cake Smash Sessions
Digital Portraits
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized in-home and studio sessions tailored to your family's unique story.
- Our client closet provides curated wardrobe options for maternity, newborn, and family sessions.
- Digital portraits included in all packages for easy sharing and preservation.
- A second set of hands during sessions ensures seamless captures of candid moments.
- Expert color calibration and archival-quality printing guarantee lasting, vibrant portraits.
What people say
Obsessed with the photos
Great experience
Talented photographer
Beautiful portraits
Easy to work with
Services
Newborn Portraits
Newborn portraits capture infants during their first two weeks of life, focusing on natural poses and family interactions. Sessions include simple attire options, swaddles, or bare skin based on client preference. Our photographers prioritize safety and comfort while creating timeless images that document this fleeting stage of life.
Maternity Portraits
Maternity sessions celebrate expectant parents through elegant, emotive imagery. Available in outdoor or studio settings, these portraits emphasize the beauty of pregnancy with curated wardrobe options and lighting techniques that highlight the connection between parents and their unborn child.
Family Portraits
Family portraits document multi-generational connections across diverse locations including beaches, fields, and urban settings. Our approach focuses on authentic interactions and customized styling to reflect each family's unique dynamic and personality through natural light compositions.
Cake Smash Sessions
Cake smash sessions capture toddlers' first birthday celebrations with playful, mess-friendly photography. Available in studio or outdoor settings, these sessions combine traditional portraits with candid captures of children interacting with their birthday treats in a controlled, fun environment.
Digital Portraits
Digital portrait packages include fully edited images in color, black-and-white, and signature styles. Clients receive print permission documents for personal use, with options to purchase additional digital add-ons for expanded collections of professionally retouched images.
People
Erika Hopkins
Photographer & Owner
Published photographer specializing in newborn and family portraiture with over 17 years of experience. Focuses on natural light techniques and emotional storytelling, featured in national media outlets and editorial publications. Committed to creating artful, lasting family heirlooms through personalized service.
Questions
How far in advance should I schedule my session?
Book 3-6 weeks in advance to ensure availability, though last-minute openings may occur.
Where are sessions held?
Sessions occur in your home, our Sanford studio, or outdoor locations of your choice.
What should we wear for our session?
Clothing guidance is provided during consultation, with client closet options available.
What happens if weather disrupts an outdoor session?
Sessions are rescheduled to the next available date or moved indoors.
Can we include pets in family portraits?
Yes, pets are welcome as part of the family in portrait sessions.
Do you offer gift certificates?
Yes, gift certificates can be purchased through our website and mailed within 3 business days.