Business Details
14 Years
experience
Award-Winning Newborn Photographer in Seattle
Peaceful Beginnings Photography is an award-winning Seattle-based studio specializing in newborn, milestone, and cake smash photography. With over a decade of professional experience, our founder Ashley Morrison combines expertise from her background as a birth doula and extensive newborn safety training to create timeless art for families. We prioritize safe, personalized sessions tailored to capture life's most precious moments. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our meticulous editing process and curated outdoor and in-home sessions.As a mother of four and foster parent, Ashley brings deep empathy and understanding to every client interaction. We offer transparent pricing with flexible payment options, including non-refundable deposits to secure session dates. Our services include comprehensive online galleries with full printing rights for all clients.
Services
Newborn Photography
Milestone Sessions
Cake Smash Photography
Maternity Portraits
Family Portraits
Senior Photos
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- 10 years of specialized newborn photography experience since 2012
- Certified in newborn safety and handling techniques
- Personal experience with four children and foster parenting
- Comprehensive post-processing with 30+ edited images included
- Flexible session options for in-home and outdoor photography
What people say
Award-winning
Personalized service
Professional quality
Safe handling
Timeless art
Services
Newborn Photography
Specialized newborn photography sessions conducted in-home for safety and comfort. Our process includes professional posing, prop selection, and multiple setup options. Sessions typically last 2-3 hours to accommodate baby's needs with full editing of 30+ final images included.
Milestone Sessions
Documenting developmental milestones from 3 months through toddler years. Sessions focus on natural growth stages with customized props and themes. Includes outdoor or in-home options with professional editing of key developmental moments.
Cake Smash Photography
Celebratory first birthday sessions featuring personalized cake smash setups. Includes themed decorations, outfit changes, and cleanup assistance. Professional lighting and post-processing ensure vibrant, lasting memories of this special milestone.
Maternity Portraits
Outdoor maternity sessions celebrating expectant mothers. Focus on elegant posing and natural backdrops with optional family inclusion. Includes wardrobe guidance and multiple outfit changes for comprehensive storytelling.
Family Portraits
Lifestyle family photography capturing natural interactions and connections. Sessions held outdoors with flexible timing to accommodate children's schedules. Includes coordinated posing and multiple scene variations for comprehensive family storytelling.
People
Ashley Morrison
Owner & Lead Photographer
Award-winning newborn photographer with 10 years of experience, former birth doula, certified in newborn safety, and mother of four with foster parenting experience.
Questions
What types of photography sessions do you offer?
We specialize in newborn, milestone, cake smash, maternity, family, and senior photography sessions with customized options for each stage.
How do I book a session?
Contact us via phone or email to check availability, then pay a $250 non-refundable deposit to secure your session date.
What's included in a photography session?
Sessions include pre-session consultation, 2-3 hours of photography, professional editing, and 30+ fully edited images with printing rights.
Where are sessions conducted?
Newborn sessions are in-home for safety; milestone, cake smash, maternity, and senior sessions are outdoors using natural backdrops.
What payment options are available?
We require a $250 non-refundable deposit at booking, with remaining balance due on session day. Accepts major credit cards and bank transfers.
How long until I receive my photos?
Online galleries with edited images are delivered within 2-3 weeks after your session, with optional additional image purchases available.
