Business Details
Your Trusted Newborn & Family Photographer in New Braunfels
Nancy Berger Photography is a dedicated fine art photography studio specializing in capturing life's most precious moments for young families. Founded by Texas-based photographer Nancy Berger, a mother of three who channels her passion for motherhood into creating timeless imagery, the studio combines artistic vision with technical expertise. Our New Braunfels-based in-home studio provides a warm, controlled environment for newborn photography during the critical first 10-17 days of life, while outdoor sessions utilize golden hour lighting for family portraits. We offer comprehensive services including maternity photography, milestone sessions, and cake smash photography, all featuring personalized styling assistance and curated prop selections.With over a decade of experience photographing children of all ages, our team prioritizes safety and comfort during every session, employing gentle posing techniques and flexible scheduling options. Clients receive comprehensive digital galleries with print rights, along with heirloom-quality physical keepsakes. Our process includes detailed preparation guides, multiple outfit changes, and a client-centered approach that has earned us consistent five-star reviews for both artistic quality and customer service.
Services
Newborn Photography
Maternity Portraits
Family Sessions
Cake Smash
Milestone Sessions
Portrait Photography
Highlights and features
- We offer 10+ years of specialized newborn photography experience with safety-certified posing techniques
- Our in-home studio maintains optimal conditions for newborn comfort and safety during critical first weeks
- We provide comprehensive styling assistance including curated wardrobe selections and custom decor
- Our clients consistently praise our patient, personalized approach in 5-star reviews
- We offer flexible payment plans and guaranteed delivery of edited galleries within 4 weeks
What people say
Phenomenal job
Special talent
Amazing to work with
Patient and creative
Magazine quality photography
Services
Newborn Photography
Specialized newborn sessions during the first 10-17 days of life using safe, certified posing techniques. Our in-home studio provides optimal temperature control with curated props and accessories. Sessions include multiple poses and outfit changes, with edited digital galleries delivered within 2-4 weeks. Parents receive print rights and heirloom-quality keepsake options.
Maternity Portraits
Elegant maternity sessions available exclusively to newborn clients. Offered in-studio with select wardrobe options or outdoor at sunset locations. Sessions focus on natural beauty with personalized posing guidance. Includes styling assistance and edited digital galleries delivered within 2-4 weeks, with print rights included.
Cake Smash Sessions
Timeless cake smash photography featuring simple, elegant setups with custom buttercream cakes. Sessions include two outfit changes, cleanup bath, and balloon garland options. Conducted in-studio during morning hours when babies are happiest. Edited galleries with print rights delivered within 2-4 weeks.
Family Portraits
Golden hour outdoor sessions capturing authentic family connections. Includes location scouting assistance and coordinated outfit styling. Sessions balance posed and candid moments with focus on natural interactions. Digital galleries with print rights delivered within 2-4 weeks, with heirloom print options available.
Milestone Sessions
Documenting baby's development at key stages (6-10 months). Bright, airy sessions with organic aesthetic featuring simple props and coordinated outfits. Includes multiple poses and outfit changes. Sessions prioritize baby's comfort with flexible timing, delivered as edited digital galleries within 2-4 weeks.
People
Nancy Berger
Photographer & Owner
Award-winning newborn and family photographer with 10+ years experience. Mother of three who specializes in emotive fine art portraits. Known for patient approach and magazine-quality compositions. Provides personalized styling assistance and safety-certified posing techniques.
Questions
What types of photography sessions do you offer?
We specialize in newborn photography (0-17 days), maternity portraits, milestone sessions (6-10 months), cake smash sessions, and family portraits. All sessions include personalized styling assistance and curated prop selections.
How far in advance should I book my session?
Newborn sessions should be booked during your second trimester. Cake smash sessions require 2-4 months advance notice. Family and milestone sessions are best reserved 3-6 months ahead to secure preferred dates.
What's included in a newborn photography session?
Our newborn sessions include all props, outfits, headbands, and accessories. Parents provide milk and diapers. Sessions last 2+ hours with multiple poses and outfit changes. Heirloom keepsakes and digital galleries with print rights are included.
What should we wear for family portraits?
We provide styling assistance for coordinated outfits. For outdoor sessions, choose one dominant color with 2-3 complementary tones. Avoid busy patterns. Bring 2-3 simple outfits for children and comfortable shoes for walking.
How long does it take to receive photos?
All sessions receive edited digital galleries through online viewing platforms within 2-4 weeks. Print rights are included with all packages. Heirloom-quality physical prints and albums are available for additional purchase.
Do you offer payment plans?
Yes, we offer flexible payment options including installment plans. Full payment is due before gallery delivery. Details about available payment methods and financing options can be discussed during your initial consultation.
