The Gulf Coast Mom’s Guide to Local Photographers

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Oct 29

From maternity and newborn shoots to mini sessions and branding, we talked with local moms to find the photographers they love and recommend. Meet them below, or jump to the kind of session you’re booking. Tap the ♡ to save your favorites.

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Meet the Photographers

10 photographers

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Julia Pearl Photography

Natural light and studio portraits across the Mississippi Gulf Coast: family, maternity, milestone, branding and studio sessions, with a creative, personalized approach to every shoot.

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Her popular mini sessions are a great way to get beautiful photos without booking a full session.

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The York Photo Co.

Melanie Reilly has a keen eye for detail and a passion for storytelling, from a newborn’s arrival to a wedding day to the laughter of a family gathering, preserved in images you’ll cherish for generations.

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Kristal Beachy Photography

A Gulf Coast portrait photographer with over 15 years of experience, specializing in families, newborns, maternity and seniors. Kristal has been published and won awards for her maternity, newborn and children’s photography.

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Tiffany Smith’s Photography

Maternity and newborn sessions, family portraits, senior casuals and weddings, with a range of packages to fit your needs.

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Ask about her mini sessions, a great way to capture fleeting moments without the commitment of a full session.

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Little Sunshine Photography by Britneye

A motherhood photographer documenting maternity, newborn, baby and family portraits on the Coast since 2015. Think of her as your fairy godmother: sessions include professional hair and makeup, styling from her studio wardrobe, and a gallery reveal.

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Show up in your messy bun ready to be pampered. Her goal is printed artwork that helps you remember the fleeting details of the season, like tiny toes and sweet laughter.

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Grace Photography

“Your story is incredibly photogenic.” Whether it’s a wedding day or a family session, Grace Photography turns life’s joyful, fleeting moments into one-of-a-kind art you can relive for years.

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Available for Mississippi and Louisiana wedding and family sessions.

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Elizabeth James Photography

The Coast’s “baby whisperer,” with nearly 15 years of experience in studio newborn photography. Her cozy studio provides every outfit, prop and accessory, with a luxury bohemian style and a famously quick turnaround.

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Her studio is in Lucedale, about a 60-minute drive from the Coast, and many Coast moms make the trip. She’s in high demand, so book early in your pregnancy.

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Allison James Creative

Expertly capturing genuine emotions and meaningful connections. Unrehearsed. Pure. You. Be art.

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Erika Tate Photography

Birth photography that captures every important moment of one of the most transformational days of your life, and every precious moment in between, so you can set your phone down and be present.

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Blue Moon Photography

A family and event photographer who loves capturing the special moments of any occasion. She’s an Air Force veteran, devoted Christian, wife and mom who will strive to give you the best possible experience.

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