Kristen has been photographing babies since 2010 when her daughter was born but professionally since 2013. She purchased a camera & next thing her husband knew they had a studio where their laundry room used to be. She’s since photographed over 500 babies & their mamas.

Kristen knew from the very beginning she wanted moms to feel completely taken care of during their session. That’s why she partnered with local, professional hair and makeup artists & developed a client closet; full of gowns & wardrobe for the whole family.

With the belief in mind that the little details & the experience is just as important as the final product Kristen has created her studio with mama in mind. Starting with a consult allows sessions to be tailored to each client, being trained in newborn posing provides safety for her littlest clients, having training & experienced in posing, fine art editing, & professional printing her clients are taken care of from start to finish. 

As a mom of three Kristen understands how hard it is to go anywhere with babies & toddlers in tow, let alone prepare for a photo shoot. With this in mind she set off on a mission to provide her clients with everything they could possibly need for a session. From consults to wardrobe, from a variety of props to posing, from little necessities to products & heirlooms, & everything in between – you’ll find it at her studio.  

The first time she photographed a newborn in that little studio of hers, she knew she had found her calling. But she dreamed of a space of her own with prints on the walls & enough room for luxury maternity sessions.

In 2017 Heritage Portrait Studio shared a space in Findlay with First Glance Ultrasound Studio & Boutique. Then, in 2020 she moved her studio to Ottawa, Ohio. This is where you’ll find Kristen now. Pampering Northwest Ohio mamas, snuggling newborns, & living her best life while helping you highlight your’s!