Business Details
9 Years
experience
Professional Newborn & Family Photography in Appleton, WI
Lad + Lass Photography specializes in newborn, baby milestone, maternity, and family photography, serving clients in Appleton, Wisconsin, and surrounding communities. Founded in 2017 by Erika, a mother and professional newborn photographer, the business combines technical expertise with a deep understanding of family dynamics to create timeless images. The studio prioritizes client comfort, offering personalized sessions in a private home studio or on-location settings. With a focus on safety and artistic composition, the team captures fleeting moments of early parenthood, from delicate newborn poses to joyful milestone celebrations.Services are designed to accommodate evolving family needs, including multi-session packages that document growth over time. The business maintains a client-centric approach, emphasizing transparency in pricing, flexible scheduling, and high-quality deliverables. Testimonials highlight the team's patience, professionalism, and ability to create stress-free experiences even with challenging subjects like newborns and young children.
Services
Newborn Photography
Baby Milestones
Cake Smash Sessions
Maternity Photography
Family Portraits
Mini Sessions
Outdoor Sessions
Studio Sessions
Milestone Packages
Smash + Splash Birthday
Details
- Year established: 2017
Highlights and features
- Specializing in newborn photography since 2017 with safety-certified techniques
- Custom-designed sessions with access to premium props and styling elements
- Flexible studio and on-location options for all photography needs
- Multi-session packages for comprehensive milestone documentation
- Proven ability to photograph challenging subjects including twins and toddlers
What people say
Amazing experience
Patient and kind
Incredible photos
Stress-free sessions
Highly recommend
Services
Newborn Photography
Newborn sessions capture delicate early moments with posed studio photography for infants aged 7-21 days. The studio offers baby-led sessions lasting 1-3 hours with access to premium props and styling elements. Clients receive 15-20 edited digital images depending on package selection.
Baby Milestones
Document developmental stages through milestone photography at 6, 9, and 12 months. Options include single sessions or multi-visit packages with both studio and outdoor location choices. Each session includes themed setups and coordinated props for age-appropriate imagery.
Cake Smash Sessions
Celebrate first birthdays with themed photo sessions featuring milestone portraits, cake smashing activities, and cleanup baths. Includes full decor coordination, smash cake, and 15+ edited images. Optional twin cake upgrade available for $30.
Maternity Photography
Professional maternity photography offered as standalone sessions or bundled with newborn packages. Available in studio or outdoor locations with client wardrobe options and golden hour lighting expertise. Packages include 10+ edited digital images.
Family Portraits
Lifestyle and traditional family photography sessions lasting 45-90 minutes. Available in studio or outdoor settings with options for candid and posed compositions. Packages include 20+ edited images with immediate family coverage.
People
Erika
Photographer & Owner
Founder of Lad + Lass Photography with 6+ years of specialized newborn photography experience. Combines technical expertise with maternal understanding to create comfortable sessions. Holds safety certifications for newborn posing techniques.
Questions
When is the best time for newborn photography?
Ideal window is 7-21 days post-birth for sleepy poses. Sessions can still be arranged beyond this timeframe with adjusted expectations for baby's alertness.
What's included in a cake smash session?
Includes milestone portraits, themed decor, smash cake, cleanup bath, and 15+ edited images. Optional twin cake upgrade available for $30.
Do you photograph extended family groups?
Immediate family (parents, children, pets) included in packages. Additional individuals can be added for per-person fees during booking.
What payment options are available?
Non-refundable retainers required at booking (applied to total fee). Full payments due before sessions. Accepts major credit cards and bank transfers.
Can sessions be rescheduled for medical reasons?
Yes, we accommodate NICU stays or medical delays. Contact us as soon as possible to reschedule without penalty.
Do you offer outdoor photography options?
Yes, outdoor sessions available for milestones and family portraits during favorable weather. Studio sessions available year-round as alternative.
