Business Details
19 Years
experience
Award-Winning Family Photographer Orlando & Charleston
Erika Hopkins Photography has been capturing life's most precious moments since 2007, specializing in newborn, maternity, and family portraiture. Founded by award-winning photographer Erika Hopkins, our boutique studio serves clients in Central Florida and the Lowcountry regions with both in-studio and on-location sessions. Our approach combines natural light techniques with lifestyle photography to document authentic family connections across America. With published work featured in national magazines and television networks like ABC and NBC, we maintain two primary locations in Orlando, FL (including beach areas) and Charleston, SC while offering mobile services for client convenience.Our comprehensive offerings include curated client closets with modern apparel options, digital portrait packages, and premium print products crafted through professional labs. We distinguish ourselves through personalized pre-session consultations, flexible scheduling options including last-minute bookings, and a commitment to preserving family legacies through archival-quality materials. Our team's expertise spans from newborn posing safety to multi-generational family compositions, ensuring each session captures the unique story of every client we serve.
Services
Newborn Photography
Maternity Portraits
Family Sessions
Cake Smash Events
Portrait Prints
Digital Packages
Location Selection
Wardrobe Assistance
Gift Certificates
Client Consultations
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We offer 18+ years of specialized experience in newborn and family photography
- Our boutique client closet provides modern wardrobe options for all sessions
- All packages include high-resolution digital portraits with print permissions
- We utilize professional printing labs for archival-quality portrait products
- Personalized 'second set of hands' assistance available during family sessions
What people say
Obsessed with photos
Great with children
Professional quality
Flexible scheduling
Beautiful final products
Services
Newborn Photography
Specialized newborn sessions capture delicate details within the first two weeks of life. Our safe posing techniques and studio setup ensure comfort while creating timeless images. Families receive digital downloads and optional print packages with professional finishing.
Maternity Portraits
Documenting the beauty of pregnancy through elegant portraits between 25-35 weeks gestation. Sessions include wardrobe guidance and location options with emphasis on natural light and emotional connection between expectant parents.
Family Sessions
Custom family photography capturing multiple generations in natural or studio settings. Our approach blends posed compositions with candid moments to showcase authentic relationships through both digital and print formats.
Cake Smash Events
Celebratory first birthday photo sessions featuring themed props and interactive cake play. Designed to capture joyful expressions while maintaining artistic quality through professional lighting and post-processing techniques.
Portrait Prints
Premium archival-quality prints and albums using professional lab services. Offering matted prints, canvas wraps, and custom albums with multiple size and framing options for lasting family heirlooms.
People
Erika Hopkins
Lead Photographer
Award-winning photographer with 18+ years specializing in newborn and family portraiture. Published in national media outlets and recognized for natural light techniques. Provides personalized attention to each client's storytelling needs.
Questions
How far in advance should I schedule my session?
Book as early as possible - typical availability ranges 3-6 weeks. Last-minute openings occasionally occur for urgent requests.
Where are sessions conducted?
Sessions available at client homes, our Sanford studio, or preferred outdoor locations across Central Florida and Charleston, SC.
What if bad weather affects outdoor sessions?
Sessions reschedule to later the same day or next available date with no additional charges for weather-related changes.
Can we include pets in family portraits?
Yes! Pets are considered family members and welcome in all portrait sessions at no extra cost.
Do you offer gift certificates?
Yes, digital gift certificates available for purchase through our website with physical delivery options.
What's included in maternity sessions?
Standard maternity packages include pre-session consultation, 45-minute session duration, 15 digital portraits, and location options.
