Business Details
9 Years
experience
Newborn & Family Photography Studio in Tuscola, IL
Whitney Heredia Photography is a boutique studio specializing in newborn, child, and family photography. Established in 2017, we serve Tuscola, Champaign, and surrounding areas with a full-service experience. Our 3,000-square-foot studio features extensive props, backdrops, and a client closet for maternity and baby clothing. We prioritize safety and personalization, offering newborn sessions within the first 7-21 days of birth, all-inclusive cake smash celebrations, and maternity portraits designed to capture the beauty of pregnancy.With over seven years of experience, we focus on creating timeless images that families will treasure across generations. Our process includes detailed planning, expert posing, and hand-edited galleries delivered within eight weeks. We operate Monday-Friday, 9 AM-3 PM, and offer flexible payment options including Venmo and payment plans. Clients book sessions 4-6 weeks in advance, with newborn appointments ideally reserved by the second trimester.
Services
Newborn Portraits
Cake Smash Sessions
Maternity Photography
Studio Portraits
Family Photography
Details
- Year established: 2017
Highlights and features
- Specialize in newborn photography since 2017 with safety-focused techniques
- All-inclusive cake smash sessions with custom-designed sets and outfits
- Complimentary client closet with maternity wear and baby props
- Personalized session planning for unique family storytelling
- Eight-week turnaround for fully edited, gallery-quality images
Services
Newborn Portraits
Specialized newborn sessions held in-studio during baby's first 7-21 days. Safety-focused posing with curated wraps, props, and accessories. Includes 1.5-2.5 hour sessions Monday-Friday, with all materials provided. Images highlight natural connections between baby and family.
Cake Smash Sessions
All-inclusive first birthday photo sessions featuring custom-designed sets, cakes, and outfits. Packages include setup, cleanup, and 15-20 edited images. Sessions last 30-45 minutes with optional splash baths and family portraits included in premium packages.
Maternity Photography
Timeless maternity portraits celebrating pregnancy journeys. Studio offers client closet with size-inclusive gowns and accessories. Sessions focus on maternal beauty and family bonding, with optional partner and sibling involvement for complete storytelling.
Studio Portraits
Year-round studio photography for milestones, birthdays, and family updates. Includes access to 100+ backdrops and prop collection. Sessions accommodate individual children, multi-generational groups, and themed shoots like glitter or seasonal celebrations.
Family Photography
Custom family sessions capturing connections across ages. Includes session planning, coordinated backdrops, and heirloom print options. Ideal for documenting growth milestones, holidays, and multi-child family dynamics in cohesive visual narratives.
People
Whitney Heredia
Owner & Lead Photographer
Professional photographer since 2017 specializing in newborn and family portraiture. Local Tuscola resident with two children, Whitney combines maternal perspective with technical expertise to create timeless images that honor life's fleeting moments.
Questions
What are your business hours?
Monday-Friday 9 AM-3 PM. Sessions typically book 4-6 weeks in advance.
How do I book a newborn session?
Contact via website form or Facebook page. Schedule by second trimester for priority dates.
What payment methods do you accept?
Venmo, credit card, check, or cash. Payment plans available upon request.
What's included in cake smash sessions?
Custom set design, cake, outfit, and 30-45 minute photography session with edited images.
How long until I receive photos?
Full galleries delivered within 8 weeks. Complimentary previews shared within 5-7 days.
Do you provide maternity clothing?
Yes, our client closet offers maternity gowns in sizes small to one-size.