Business Details
16 Years
experience
Award-Winning Maternity, Newborn & Family Photographer in St. Augustine, FL
Founded in 2010, Ryaphotos is a boutique family photography studio specializing in maternity, newborn, and family portraiture. Our approach blends artistic vision with authentic storytelling, creating timeless images that preserve life's fleeting moments. With over 15 years of professional experience and 30+ industry awards, we serve St. Augustine, Jacksonville, and surrounding areas. Our founder, Rya Duncklee, brings a unique perspective shaped by personal experiences and formal training in fine art photography. We prioritize comfort and natural connection during sessions, whether in-home or on-location, ensuring every family's story is documented with care and intention.Our commitment to excellence has earned trust from hundreds of families and recognition from the National Association of Professional Child Photographers. We specialize in creating heirloom-quality images that capture the emotional essence of pregnancy, early parenthood, and family life. Our process emphasizes personalized service, from coordinating outfits to final print selection. Clients consistently praise our ability to create beautiful, authentic memories while maintaining professionalism and ease throughout the experience.
Services
Maternity Photography
Newborn Photography
Family Portraits
Lifestyle Sessions
Fine Art Portraits
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- 15+ years of professional photography experience with 30+ industry awards
- Master Photographer Certification in Maternity & Family categories
- Personalized approach focusing on authentic, emotional storytelling
- Flexible sessions in-home or on-location across Northeast Florida
- Award-winning artistic vision with timeless, heirloom-quality results
Associations and certifications
- National Association of Professional Child Photographers
What people say
Stunning photos
Kind and accommodating
Amazing to work with
Cherry picked coordinating outfits
Captured genuine moments
Services
Maternity Photography
Documenting the beauty of pregnancy through timeless, artistic maternity portraits. Sessions focus on capturing emotional connection and natural elegance in-home or scenic outdoor locations. Our approach emphasizes comfort and authenticity, creating heirloom images that celebrate this transformative life chapter.
Newborn Photography
Gentle, lifestyle-focused newborn sessions that preserve early family moments with honesty and artistry. We photograph babies in their natural environment with minimal props, emphasizing genuine connection and delicate details. Sessions prioritize baby's comfort while creating lasting memories for parents.
Family Portraits
Timeless family portraits capturing authentic connections across generations. Sessions incorporate natural environments and personal elements to tell each family's unique story. We specialize in creating images that reflect genuine relationships and cherished memories for future generations.
People
Rya Duncklee
Founder & Lead Photographer
Award-winning photographer with 15+ years experience specializing in maternity, newborn, and family portraiture. Master Photographer certified by the National Association of Professional Child Photographers. Combines fine art background with storytelling expertise to create timeless images that preserve life's meaningful moments.
Questions
What photography services do you specialize in?
We specialize in maternity, newborn, and family photography sessions with a timeless, artistic approach.
Do you travel for photography sessions?
Yes, we serve St. Augustine, Jacksonville, Ponte Vedra, Amelia Island, and surrounding areas in Florida and Georgia.
How long have you been in business?
Ryaphotos has been creating family memories since 2010 with over 15 years of professional photography experience.
What should we wear for our session?
We provide personalized wardrobe guidance to ensure coordinated, timeless styling that complements your family's story.
How do you handle newborn safety during sessions?
We prioritize baby's comfort and safety with lifestyle-focused photography that avoids risky posing or props.
What makes your photography style unique?
Our approach blends fine art aesthetics with authentic storytelling to create heirloom images that capture emotional connections.
