Business Details
Award-Winning Newborn & Family Photography in Long Island
Michelle Behr Photography is an award-winning newborn and family photography studio rooted in Long Island, NY. Founded by Michelle Behr, a former ballet dancer turned photographer, our studio combines artistic vision with a passion for capturing life's most intimate moments. We specialize in maternity sessions, custom newborn portraits, milestone celebrations, and timeless family imagery, offering both studio and outdoor sessions across Long Island. Our luxury experience prioritizes client comfort, with a fully stocked studio centrally located between Manhattan and the Hamptons. We believe the emotional connection during sessions is as vital as the final images, ensuring every client feels valued and understood.With a focus on authenticity, we create art that transcends trends, preserving the essence of childhood and family bonds. Our dedication to excellence has earned recognition in the photography industry, serving communities from Elwood to East Northport. We travel beyond listed areas upon request, maintaining flexibility without compromising quality. From concept to delivery, we ensure seamless coordination, personalized guidance, and meticulous attention to detail. Our work has been featured in client galleries and portfolios that celebrate the beauty of ordinary moments transformed into extraordinary art.
Services
Maternity Sessions
Newborn Portraits
Baby Milestones
Cake Smash Sessions
Family Portraits
Highlights and features
- We offer a custom luxury photography experience tailored to your family's unique story
- Our fully stocked studio provides a comfortable, controlled environment for newborn sessions
- We conduct outdoor sessions in carefully selected natural locations across Long Island
- We prioritize emotional connection and client comfort throughout the photography process
- We travel beyond listed service areas with advance coordination
What people say
Artistic talent
Professional approach
Authentic family moments
Luxury experience
Timeless imagery
Services
Newborn Portraits
Our newborn photography sessions capture infants during their first critical weeks with artistic compositions that emphasize natural beauty and family bonds. We use specialized posing techniques and props to create timeless portraits while maintaining strict safety protocols. The studio environment ensures optimal temperature control and lighting for delicate newborn features.
Maternity Sessions
Maternity photography celebrates the beauty of pregnancy through elegant compositions that highlight the mother's glow and family anticipation. We offer both studio and outdoor settings with wardrobe styling assistance to create images that honor this transformative life stage as part of your family's legacy.
Baby Milestones
Documenting developmental milestones from first smiles to first steps, these sessions track your child's growth journey with themed setups and personalized props. We coordinate sessions at optimal developmental stages to capture authentic expressions and achievements in a natural, engaging manner.
Cake Smash Sessions
Our cake smash photography combines playful elements with artistic composition to celebrate first birthdays. We provide themed setups, custom cakes, and cleanup assistance to create joyful, messy memories while maintaining professional lighting and composition standards.
Family Portraits
Timeless family portraits capture multi-generational connections through coordinated styling and natural posing. We offer both formal compositions and candid interaction guidance to showcase authentic relationships, with seasonal outdoor options and year-round studio availability for consistent quality.
People
Michelle Behr
Photographer
Former ballet dancer turned award-winning photographer specializing in newborn and family portraiture. Combines artistic vision with maternal sensitivity to create timeless imagery that preserves life's fleeting moments with technical excellence and emotional depth.
Questions
What types of photography sessions do you offer?
We specialize in maternity, newborn, baby milestone, cake smash, and family portrait sessions with both studio and outdoor options.
Do you travel outside Long Island for sessions?
Yes, we travel beyond our primary service areas upon request - please contact us for specific location inquiries.
What should we wear for family portrait sessions?
We provide personalized wardrobe guidance to ensure cohesive styling that complements your family's unique aesthetic and the session location.
How do we access our photo galleries after the session?
Clients receive secure online access to high-resolution galleries within two weeks of their session date with full download privileges.
What makes your newborn photography unique?
Our approach combines artistic composition with safety-focused posing, creating timeless portraits that capture each baby's distinct personality in a comfortable environment.
