Business Details
17 Years
experience
Professional Photography Services in Washington, MO
Photogenics On Location has been dedicated to capturing life's most precious moments since 2009. Founded by Dana Marquart, our studio combines artistic vision with journalistic storytelling to create timeless images for families and individuals. With over 15 years of experience, we specialize in newborn, maternity, family, and senior photography, serving clients from our 1,600-square-foot studio in historic Washington, Missouri. Our team of experts, including studio manager Martha Schott and newborn specialist Laura Rickman, prioritizes client comfort with amenities like curated props, infant clothing, and a welcoming environment for children.We maintain a commitment to quality through continuous investment in equipment and techniques, ensuring every session results in beautiful, stress-free portraits. Our studio's relocation in 2023 to a larger space reflects our growth and dedication to accommodating diverse client needs while maintaining personalized service. We pride ourselves on transparency, offering clear session guidelines and preparation resources to enhance the client experience. With thousands of sessions completed, including over 4,500 newborn portraits, we remain focused on preserving authentic moments that families will cherish for generations.
Services
Newborn Photography
Maternity Portraits
Family Sessions
Senior Portraits
Cake Smash Sessions
Headshots
First Birthdays
Branding Photography
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- 15+ years of specialized newborn and family photography experience
- Dedicated 1,600-square-foot studio with diverse backdrops and props
- Expert team including certified newborn photography specialists
- Personalized session preparation guides and client amenities
- Proven track record with 4,500+ completed newborn sessions
Services
Newborn Photography
Specialized newborn sessions capture your baby's first moments with artistic compositions and safe posing techniques. Our studio provides all necessary props, wraps, and accessories while incorporating family heirlooms when desired. With over 4,500 newborn sessions completed, we ensure timeless images that document your child's earliest days with professional quality and creative flair.
Maternity Portraits
Elegant maternity sessions celebrate the beauty of pregnancy through natural lighting and flattering compositions. We offer guidance on wardrobe choices and session timing to highlight your baby bump while maintaining comfort throughout the shoot. Our studio provides maternity gowns or clients may bring personal clothing for customized storytelling images.
Family Sessions
Custom family photography sessions accommodate all ages and group sizes in our spacious studio or local outdoor locations. We specialize in creating cohesive compositions that showcase family dynamics through candid interactions and posed arrangements. Sessions include access to our prop collection and styling assistance for coordinated outfits.
Senior Portraits
Professional senior portraits combine modern and classic styles to highlight individual personalities. Our sessions include outfit guidance, location options, and styling assistance to create images perfect for yearbooks, college applications, and graduation announcements. Clients receive both posed and candid shots for versatile use.
Cake Smash Sessions
Fun-filled first birthday cake smash sessions document this developmental milestone with playful photography. We provide themed setups, cleanup assistance, and multiple cake options while capturing both messy moments and clean portraits. Sessions include keepsake images of your child's reaction to their first cake experience.
People
Dana Marquart
Photographer + Owner
Dana Marquart founded Photogenics On Location in 2009 after teaching high school journalism. With a BA in Journalism from SEMO, she combines storytelling with artistic vision to create timeless portraits. She has specialized in newborn and family photography since opening her first studio in 2013.
Laura Rickman
Newborn Assistant
Laura Rickman, affectionately called the 'Baby Whisperer,' specializes in newborn safety and posing. With an engineering background, she ensures secure setups while creating comfortable environments for parents. Her technical skills extend to studio maintenance and prop creation for unique session elements.
Martha Schott
Studio Manager
Martha Schott joined the team in 2024 as Studio Manager, overseeing client communications and operational efficiency. She manages scheduling, client interactions, and studio logistics while maintaining a warm, welcoming atmosphere for all visitors to ensure smooth session coordination.
Questions
What types of photography sessions do you offer?
We specialize in newborn, maternity, family, senior, cake smash, and branding photography sessions with customized options for each client's needs.
How do I prepare for my photo session?
We provide detailed preparation guides covering wardrobe choices, timing recommendations, and session expectations to ensure you're fully prepared for picture day.
What is your booking process?
Clients select session dates through our online booking system, pay a deposit, and receive confirmation emails with preparation details and location information.
How long does it take to receive photos?
Edited galleries are delivered within three weeks after sessions, with options to select favorites or purchase full image collections on USB drives.
Do you accommodate large family groups?
Yes, our 1,600-square-foot studio comfortably accommodates extended families with flexible setup options for multi-generational portraits.
What amenities are available during sessions?
We provide client refreshments, curated props, infant clothing, and a child-friendly environment with toys and snacks to keep everyone comfortable.
