Business Details
16 Years
experience
Trusted Family & Newborn Photography in Watertown, SD
SS Photography has been capturing life's most precious moments since 2010, specializing in newborn, maternity, and family photography. Our approach focuses on preserving authentic memories through personalized sessions that celebrate the unique story of every client. With extensive experience in newborn photography and specialized training from industry leaders like Rachel Vanhoven and Kelly Brown, we combine technical expertise with creative artistry to deliver timeless images.Our commitment to quality extends beyond the lens, offering professional editing services and a curated selection of prints and digital products. We prioritize building lasting relationships with families, ensuring each session captures genuine emotions and milestones that can be cherished for generations.
Services
Newborn Photography
Family Photography
Maternity Photography
Child Photography
Cake Smash Sessions
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We have 14 years of specialized experience in newborn and family photography
- Our team offers personalized sessions tailored to each family's unique story
- We provide professional editing and premium print/digital product options
- Our studio maintains flexible scheduling with 48-hour rescheduling notice
- We offer referral rewards and customer loyalty programs
Services
Newborn Photography
Professional newborn photography capturing babies under 10 days old. Sessions include posing, family portraits, and up to 2-3 hours for feedings. Specialized equipment and props ensure safe, artistic images that preserve early milestones.
Family Photography
Custom family photo sessions accommodating up to 6 members. Includes indoor/outdoor options, outfit changes, and extended family additions. Professional lighting and composition techniques highlight natural interactions and relationships between family members.
Maternity Photography
Artistic maternity sessions celebrating pregnancy milestones. Includes styling guidance, prop selection, and sibling involvement options. Sessions focus on creating elegant, timeless images that capture the beauty of expectant mothers.
Child Photography
Engaging photo sessions for children aged 2+. Offers outdoor play-based photography to capture natural expressions. Includes cake smash option for first birthdays with cleanup and additional 30-minute session time.
Digital Products
High-resolution digital image packages with print release. Available for all session types, including USB drives and online galleries. Professional editing ensures optimal color, lighting, and composition for lasting digital preservation.
People
Shelley Schoeman
Lead Photographer
Professional photographer since 2010 specializing in newborn and family photography. Trained by industry leaders including Rachel Vanhoven and Kelly Brown. Focuses on capturing authentic moments and preserving family legacies through personalized sessions.
Questions
What photography services do you offer?
We specialize in newborn, maternity, family, and child photography sessions with optional cake smash additions.
How much do sessions cost?
Newborn sessions start at $125, family sessions from $99, maternity at $99, and child sessions at $85.
When should I book a newborn session?
Schedule before baby arrives as sessions book 4-6 months in advance, ideally before 10 days old.
What's included in the session fee?
Fees cover photographer's time and basic editing; prints, digital files, and products are additional purchases.
Do you offer rescheduling options?
Yes with 48-hour notice; last-minute changes may incur a $50 fee.