Business Details
18 Years
experience
Award-Winning Newborn & Family Photography in Castle Rock, CO
Crib Tales Photography has been capturing life's most precious moments for families across the Front Range for over 15 years. Founded in 2008 by Amy Stephens, our studio specializes in newborn, maternity, baby milestone, family, and senior portrait photography that celebrates the unique story of every client. Our home-based studio in Castle Rock, Colorado, offers a safe, comfortable environment for newborn sessions with specialized safety protocols and a curated collection of props, while on-location shoots throughout Colorado allow us to create natural, heartfelt portraits in meaningful settings. With a background in fine arts and extensive experience in newborn posing and handling, we combine technical expertise with a personal touch that comes from being a mother of two.Every session is customized to reflect your family's personality, whether through whimsical cake smash setups, elegant maternity portraits, or candid family moments. Our commitment to quality extends to post-processing, where we carefully retouch images to highlight your baby's natural beauty while preserving authentic emotions. We pride ourselves on making every client feel like family, offering guidance on wardrobe choices, posing, and session preparation to ensure a stress-free experience that results in timeless images you'll cherish forever.
Services
Newborn Photography
Maternity Portraits
Cake Smash Sessions
Family Portraits
Senior Portraits
Baby Milestone Sessions
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- 15+ years specializing in newborn and family photography with safety-certified techniques
- Customized sessions combining artistic vision with personalized storytelling
- Extensive prop collection and on-location flexibility for unique portraits
- Proven expertise in capturing authentic moments with children of all ages
- Comprehensive post-processing with attention to detail and natural aesthetics
Services
Newborn Photography
Professional newborn photography capturing first moments with artistic compositions. Sessions include safety-focused posing, prop selection, and customized backdrops. We specialize in sleepy, curly newborn poses during the first two weeks, with options for family involvement and milestone documentation. Our home studio provides a controlled environment for optimal comfort and safety.
Maternity Portraits
Elegant maternity photography celebrating pregnancy transitions. Offered in-studio with curated gowns or on-location natural settings. Sessions focus on feminine beauty and family bonding, with styling options from classic to whimsical. Includes professional posing guidance and wardrobe consultation for timeless images of expectant mothers.
Cake Smash Sessions
Custom one-year milestone photography featuring playful cake interactions. Three package options from minimalist setups to full celebrations with themed decorations. Includes bubble bath cleanup session for additional candid shots. Designed to capture authentic laughter and personality during this developmental stage with safety-focused supervision.
Family Portraits
Lifestyle family photography documenting connections across generations. Sessions blend posed compositions with candid moments in studio or outdoor locations. Specializing in multi-generational dynamics and sibling interactions, with guidance on coordinated styling and natural posing to create heirloom-quality images that reflect family bonds.
Senior Portraits
Custom senior photography highlighting individual personalities and achievements. Sessions incorporate personal interests and locations meaningful to each graduate. Includes styling consultation and multiple outfit changes to create diverse images for announcements, yearbooks, and personal portfolios celebrating this transitional life stage.
People
Amy Stephens
Owner & Photographer
Award-winning photographer with 16 years of experience specializing in newborn and family portraiture. Holds BFA from Texas Tech University and operates Castle Rock's premier in-home photography studio since 2008. Combines technical expertise with maternal intuition to create timeless images while maintaining strict safety standards for all clients.
Questions
What types of photography sessions do you offer?
We specialize in newborn, maternity, cake smash, baby milestone, family, and senior portrait sessions with both studio and on-location options.
How far in advance should I book a newborn session?
We recommend booking before your baby's arrival, with due date reservations available and final scheduling within the first two weeks post-birth.
Do you provide props and accessories for sessions?
Yes, we have an extensive collection of wraps, hats, blankets, and props, though clients may bring personal items to include.
Are sibling and parent involvement included in sessions?
Absolutely! We welcome including siblings and parents in newborn and family sessions, with experience managing children of all ages.
What safety measures do you follow for newborn photography?
We follow strict safety protocols with specialized posing training, sanitized equipment, and up-to-date vaccinations for our household.
How long do photography sessions typically last?
Newborn sessions take 2-3 hours allowing for feedings and breaks, while other sessions typically last 1-2 hours depending on complexity.
