New Orleans family photographer offering authentic and emotive family and newborn photographs

As one of the trusted New Orleans family photographers, I specialize in capturing meaningful, emotive moments that reflect the heart of your family. At Payne & Co. Photography, my work focuses on storytelling—highlighting the honest, unscripted beauty of real life.

NEW ORLEANS FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHERS

Whether we’re documenting a cozy in-home session or golden light outdoors, each gallery is filled with warmth, intention, and timeless emotion. If you're looking for a family photographer in New Orleans who offers a relaxed, personal experience and imagery that feels like you, I’d be honored to capture this season of your story, with the deepest intention.

Authentic family photography with a warm, honest touch.

This portfolio features lifestyle family photography, tender motherhood sessions, and heartfelt newborn images that celebrate connection and love. Based in New Orleans, I serve families who value genuine moments over posed perfection.

NEW ORLEANS FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHY

WORTH DOCUMENTING

BECAUSE THE little DETAILS never last forever.

Trust a skilled family photographer in New Orleans to preserve your family's most cherished memories with natural and heartfelt images
City Park- New Orleans family session with family photographer Payne and Co. Photography
Family Photographer New Orleans families trust for authentic and emotive photographs
New Orleans Newborn Photographer capturing a moment of embrace between mother and newborn
Mother and son taking a walk at Long Vue Gardens with New Orleans family photographer
Family session at Long Vue Gardens in Old Metairie, LA with New Orleans family photographer
New parents admiring their newborn baby during an in-home photography session in New Orleans
Father gently holding his newborn during a newborn session in Metairie, Louisiana
Father and son laughing and playing during in-home session with New Orleans family photographer
Mother holding her toddler close during outdoor family session at City Park New Orleans
Mother and son holding hands during a family session with New Orleans family photographer
New Orleans family photographer capturing a beautiful moment between mother and her two children
Mother and father cradling their newborn baby during a cozy in-home session located in Lakeview - New Orleans
Soft morning light filters through the nursery window as this New Orleans family snuggles their newborn during an in-home lifestyle session. Captured in the comfort of their home, this photo highlights the quiet, tender moments of early parenthood—ge
Mother gazing at her newborn with love during a lifestyle session in New Orleans
Newborn sleeping peacefully during a newborn session located in Metairie, Louisiana
Mother holding hands with son during a family session near Lakeshore-New Orleans
Family Photographer in New Orleans Louisiana capturing organic and authentic moments for families to have forever
Family Photographers located near Chalmette, Louisiana capturing candid and organic moments for families
Mother embracing her newborn during an in-home session with New Orleans family photographer
Mother and son embracing each other during family session at City Park with New Orleans family photographer
Payne & Co. is a family photographer based in New Orleans, Louisiana offering authentic and emotive photographs
Mother and son being photographed at Long Vue Gardens by New Orleans family photographer Payne & Co.
A family holding hands during a portrait session in City Park with New Orleans family photographer

If you’re interested in a family photography session with Payne & Co. but unsure when to book—read more on my blog about the best time to book your session in New Orleans.

Family Photographer New Orleans

FEATURED GALLERIES

City Park Family Session

City Park Family Session
In-Home Family Session

In-Home Family Session
New Orleans Family Session

New Orleans Family Session
In-Home Newborn Session

In-Home Newborn Session

At Payne & Co. Photography, I specialize in capturing natural, heart-led moments that reflect the beauty of real family life. Based in New Orleans, I work with families who value connection over perfection, emotion over posing, and storytelling over stiff smiles. My sessions are thoughtfully guided but never forced, allowing space for your unique story to unfold. Whether you’re cuddled up at home or wandering under oak trees at golden hour, I’m there to document the in-between—the quiet glances, the little hands, the laughter, the chaos, and the calm.

My portfolio reflects my heart as a family photographer: soft, intentional, and deeply personal. With experience as a pediatric nurse and a mother myself, I bring a calm and nurturing presence to each session, ensuring you feel safe, seen, and celebrated just as you are. I photograph families, babies, and motherhood moments with care and artistry, creating timeless images you’ll cherish for a lifetime

New Orleans newborn photographer offering honest, artful, and intentional photographs

Family Photographer in New Orleans, Louisiana

At Payne & Co. Photography, we believe that family photography should be more than just posed smiles—it should tell your story. As a photographer in New Orleans, Louisiana, I’m passionate about capturing the real, fleeting moments. From the chaos of toddler giggles to the quiet tenderness between a mother and child, each session is rooted in storytelling and connection.

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