What to Expect During Your Clayton Family Photography Session | Claire Stanley Family Photographer If you’re planning family photos and wondering what a session actually looks like — especially with kids involved — you’re not alone. One of the most common questions I hear is what families will be doing during their session. Family sessions […]

Lifestyle vs. Studio Newborn Sessions: What’s the Difference and Which is Right for You? One of the most common questions I get from new parents is: What’s the difference between a lifestyle newborn session and a studio newborn session? And honestly, it’s a great question because they offer two totally different vibes, and I love […]

NC State Senior Session | Raleigh Senior PhotographerGolden light, campus charm, and one seriously sweet grad ✨ NC State Senior Session | Raleigh Senior Photographer Senior year is such a huge moment—and celebrating it with a photo session is always a good idea! I recently had the BEST time with Toni, a gorgeous and confident […]

Smithfield Photographer Sweet + Smiley: A 6-Month Milestone Session in Smithfield, NCA “½ Dozen” donut theme for one adorable baby girl! 🍩✨ There’s something so special about that 6-month milestone—full of big smiles, wobbly sitting, and a personality that’s really starting to shine! This sweet baby girl totally stole the show at her milestone session […]

Why You Should Book a Cake Smash Session for Your One-Year-OldSmithfield Photography Studio Your baby is turning ONE—cue the tears, the confetti, and of course… the cake! 🎂 A cake smash session is the perfect way to celebrate your little one’s first big milestone, and if you’re near Raleigh or Smithfield, NC, my cozy smithfield […]

Sleepy, Sweet, and a Little Bit Hoppy 🐰Claire Stanley Photography | Raleigh Newborn Photographer If you’re a sucker for holiday-themed cuteness (hi, same), you’re going to love this one. This easter newborn session was everything you’d want from a sleepy newborn shoot—snuggly, sweet, and full of spring vibes. This baby boy came to my cozy […]

3 Things to Know Before Your Newborn Studio Photography SessionClaire Stanley Photography | Raleigh Newborn Studio Photography You’ve booked a Newborn studio photography session (yay!), but what now? Those tiny fingers, scrunchy faces, and sleepy little stretches? We’re going to capture all the magic but a little prep goes a long way in making your […]

5 Important Questions to Ask Before Booking Your Raleigh Wedding Photographer Claire Stanley Photography | Raleigh Wedding Photographer Okay, so you’ve said YES, picked a date, maybe even locked down a venue—now it’s time to find your wedding photographer (hi 👋). But before you dive headfirst into dreamy Instagram feeds, here are 5 questions you […]

Hey mama! I am Claire a newborn and family photographer and this is why I think you should hire a Raleigh fresh 48 photographer. Those first hours after your baby is born are pure magic, aren’t they? You’re staring at this brand new little person thinking how is this baby actually mine? The tiny fingers. […]

Mamas, You Deserve This! Why a Solo Maternity Studio Session is a Must Hey, beautiful mama-to-be! Growing a tiny human is no small feat—you’re literally creating life. That calls for some serious celebration, don’t you think? A maternity studio photography session right outside of Raleigh, North Carolina is the perfect way to honor this wild, […]