Salem Oregon Newborn Photographer
A Tiny Hand In Yours.
The Beginning Of Forever.
AND A LOVE THAT CHANGES EVERYTHING.
Award-Winning Newborn Photography Serving Portland and Salem, Oregon
your story. your love.
in a way you’ve never seen before.
An Expertly Guided Portrait Experience Designed to Feel Effortless
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Est. 2013 
Hi, I'm Lindsay My purpose is to help you hold onto this remarkable, life-changing season through a thoughtful, stress-free experience and heirloom artwork that will be treasured for generations.
Hi there,
Welcome to my little corner of the world! I am so thrilled you found me and cannot wait to share my work and life with you!
As a mom to twins, I know deeply how important it is to feel completely comfortable with the person holding and photographing your brand new baby. That kind of trust matters more now than ever.
So my hope is that by sharing a little bit of who I am, and my vast experience with newborns, you’ll feel a sense of ease in working with me.
For more than 13 years, I’ve specialized in newborn photography in Salem, Oregon and the greater Portland area. What began as photographing a dear friend’s baby quickly became my life’s work. These first weeks with your baby are sacred, worth honoring, worth documenting, and worth preserving with intention.
My twin boys (now 4!) came into my life through embryo donation after years of infertility, diagnoses, and loss. So when I say I understand the deep ache of wanting to hold your baby in your arms, I truly do.
That experience shapes everything I do as a Salem, Oregon newborn photographer. When you step into my studio, you’re stepping into a space built on patience, trust, and a deep understanding of how much this season matters. Your baby’s safety and comfort come first, and you’ll be gently guided every step of the way so you can simply relax and be present.
Serving families throughout Salem, Portland, and the Willamette Valley, I create timeless, heartfelt images designed to bring you back to these early days for years to come.
Because this has never been about “just” photos.
It’s about honoring your story,
and your road to parenthood.
However it began.
If you’re looking for a newborn photographer in Salem or the Portland area, I would truly love to meet you and your sweet baby.
~ Lindsay
Lindsay Blackman of LiveJoy Photography is a recognized, established, and award-winning photographer specializing in newborn and family portraits, serving Families in Salem, Oregon and nearby communities for the last 13 years.
She offers Professional Newborn Photography, Baby Milestone Photography, Maternity Photography & Family Photography Photoshoots.
Her cozy and thoughtfully designed studio is located in Salem—just an hour’s drive from both Portland and Eugene, right off the I-5 freeway.
Newborn sessions include access to Lindsay’s curated collection of high-end props, tiny outfits, and accessories.
Clients typically book 2-3 months in advance to ensure a spot in her schedule.
PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION & NEWBORN SAFETY CERTIFICATIONS
13+ Years of Experience, Trusted by Hundreds of Families
Over the past 13+ years, I have built my business around the core priority of creating beautiful, timeless images while ensuring every single baby I meet is handled with the utmost care, safety, and experience. This also includes maintaining up-to-date vaccinations, including TDAP, as part of creating a safe environment for every newborn I photograph.
With nearly 1,000 newborns photographed and more than 3,000 hours of hands-on experience behind me, your baby is in steady, trusted hands. The credentials below reflect that commitment and experience, so you can walk into your session feeling completely at ease.
SAFETY CERTIFIED & PROFESSIONALLY TRAINED:
Member of Accredited Professional Newborn Photographers International
APNPI Qualified Newborn Photographer Accreditation
APNPI Newborn Safety Course Certified
Almost 1000 Newborn’s Photographed, and over 3000 hours of hands on experience.
AWARDS AND FEATURES:
Top 100, NAPCP Inspired Gallery
#1 Best Rated, Quality Business Awards (2025)
Best Newborn Photographer in Portland, Expertise.com
Featured in Bold Journey Magazine and CanvasRebel Magazine
Gold Winner, Best Photographer, Statesman Journal Best of the Mid-Valley
OTHER PHOTOGRAPHY SERVICES OFFERED
While LiveJoy Photography specializes in Newborn Portraits, she also offers Maternity, Baby Milestone, & Family Portraits.
MATERNITY
BABY MILESTONE
FAMILY
LINDSAY IS THE BABY
AND YOU CAN RELAX KNOWING EVERY TINY DETAIL IS TAKEN CARE OF.
Trust You Can Actually Feel.
YOU’RE EXPERIENCING MEMORIES YOU WILL NEVER FORGET, AND WORKING WITH SOMEONE WHO KNOWS HOW TO SOOTH, SETTLE, AND PHOTOGRAPH YOUR BABY WITH EXPERT AND LOVING CARE, WHO WILL ALSO PROVIDE YOU WITH STUNNING ARTWORK AND LIFELONG MEMORIES.
whisperer.
An Investment in What Matters Most
A Seamless Experience, Designed To Fit Around Your Already Busy Life
These early days pass quickly. The stretches, the tiny fingers, the way they curl into you. One day, you will find yourself wishing you could remember exactly how small they once were.
Your session is designed to feel simple from the very beginning. Everything, aside from your time with me in the studio, can be handled from the comfort of your home. From your initial questionnaire and planning details to reviewing and approving your artwork, each step is thoughtfully guided and easy to move through.
When it comes time to select your images and artwork, you can choose to meet in person or over Zoom, whatever feels most convenient for you. The entire process is created to feel calm, seamless, and fully taken care of.
If this feels like the right fit, I would love to connect and begin planning this season for you.
Love Notes From Clients
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To fully describe the incredible experience I’ve had with Lindsay at LiveJoy Photography would take years at this point.
Everthing feels easy from the start. For both sets of newborn photos, once my babies arrived, I felt completely comfortable. As a newborn photographer, she’s calm, confident, tender, and so good with babies. Watching her work is amazing. Her studio is a dream and so relaxing to be in. It’s like a little oasis in the blurry first weeks of newborn life.
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Oh. My. Goodness. My heart is truly bursting!!! These are everything. Thank you so much for giving us these unbelievably amazing keepsakes. We have bragged about your skills to everyone since we left your studio! We will seriously miss you. I am thankful to have gained a new friend through this experience……We look forward to a milestone session in the future! 🥰 Thanks for being pure joy and the brightest light in the room.
~ Rachel
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She took our newborn daughter's pictures, and they were AMAZING! We can't wait for our milestone appointments coming up. It was a true experience watching her work…She is the sweetest as well, and made us feel so comfortable. Her space is lovely! She is very professional, but also so personable. We won't go anywhere else for our photos.“
~ Autumn
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"We have been getting photos with Lindsay for over 5 years when I was pregnant with my oldest. We have now had over 15 sessions with Lindsay and she is beyond amazing! I wouldn't trust my kiddos with anyone else! Lindsay treats you like part of her family and my girls start begging too see her again after each session. I know I will treasure her photos for a lifetime.”
~ Brittany
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LOVE LOVE LOVE Lindsay! She is the kindest and sweetest photographer there is, not to mention her photos are amazing. We drive an hour to see her but it’s worth every second each time. You will never be let down from the moment you walk through her door!
~ Tara
WHAT MAKES WORKING WITH ME DIFFERENT
My Process Has Been Refined Through 13 Years of Experience
My sessions are intentionally efficient.
They are crafted around your baby’s needs and your emotional wellbeing, but also around utilizing the time you are here. I understand how hard it can be to leave the house, and I want to get you back home as soon as possible
When you arrive, everything is ready to go. The world slows down a bit. The studio is warm and peaceful. Soft light. Gentle white noise. There’s no rush, but there is a plan.
If your baby needs to eat, we pause.
If your baby needs to be held, we wait.
If your baby needs extra soothing, we take the time.
Every pose is guided by comfort. Every movement is slow and deliberate. I watch for the smallest cues and adjust accordingly. Your baby leads. I follow.
You are not expected to entertain or manage the moment. You get to sit, breathe, and simply watch your baby be cared for with experienced, steady hands.
If you’re still wondering whether I am the right fit, I walk you through exactly what to expect during a Salem newborn photography session.
Patient. Skilled. Trustworthy
When choosing someone to photograph your brand new born baby, you want a photographer who is patient, skilled, and trustworthy. These are just a few of the words clients use to describe working with Lindsay. Your baby is brand new, and needs specialized care and attention.
Based in Salem, Oregon, Lindsay of LiveJoy Photography is also one of Portland’s premier newborn, maternity, and baby photographers. With over 12 years of experience and more than 800 newborns photographed, she has built a reputation for excellence. In addition to serving families throughout the greater Portland area, she also mentors and teaches aspiring newborn photographers, sharing her expertise and passion for the craft. If you're searching for one of the most talented, experienced, and genuinely kind photographers in Salem, Oregon, you've come to the right place!
A Full-Service Experience - Designed for Busy Families
Heirloom Artwork and Professionally Edited Images
Your memories are created to be more than something that lives on a screen. Each image you choose is carefully refined and then transformed into artwork you can hold, display, and pass down. From albums to matted prints, everything is designed to feel as lasting as the moments themselves. While I focus on providing tangible products for your memories, I also include the matching digitals. Truly the best of both worlds!
A Fully Guided Process from Start to Finish
You don’t have time to figure any of this out on your own. You have enough on your calendar. So from the moment you book, I will guide you through every step, from planning your colors and custom styling your session to your final selections. All you have to do is show up and be present with your baby.
Timeless Portraits That Become Part Of Your Everyday Life
These images aren’t created for today alone. They are meant to deepen in meaning as the years pass, becoming part of your family’s story. The kind of photographs that your children will grow up looking at, and feeling just how loved they were from the very beginning.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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Newborn sessions are typically done within the first 7–14 days after birth, when babies are still very sleepy and naturally curl into those soft, snuggled poses.
That said, I photograph newborns up to around 4–5 weeks old as well. Every baby is different, and even if your little one is a bit older, or maybe was a preemie, we can still create beautiful, meaningful images together.
And beyond that, I photograph babies and families at every stage… from those early newborn days all the way through milestones, first birthdays, and family sessions.
If you’re unsure, the best thing to do is reach out. I’m always happy to guide you based on your baby’s age and what you’re hoping for.
You can read more on my blog post “The Best Time to Photograph Your Newborn: 5 Things You Need to Know”
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I always suggest reaching out around the halfway point of pregnancy, usually near the 20 week mark. That’s when most mamas feel settled into their second trimester and ready to start planning the beautiful things ahead.
I only take a limited number of due dates each month so my calendar stays flexible for early or late arrivals. Because of that, my schedule fills quickly. If you already know you want these fleeting moments photographed, reaching out sooner ensures you’re held gently on my calendar long before baby makes their debut.
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I plan for the unpredictability. Once you book, I reserve your due date on my calendar, holding space for you without locking in an exact session date.
When baby is born, you simply send me a quick message, and I will send you a few options for dates for your session. Whether your little one arrives early, right on time, or fashionably late, you’re still guaranteed a spot. This approach allows everything to unfold naturally, without stress or pressure.
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Absolutely. Welcoming a new baby is a family story, and I love documenting that connection. Parent and sibling images are always available if you choose. These portraits often become some of the most cherished because they capture the beginning of a new chapter together.
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While I specialize in Newborn Portraits, I also offer Family, Maternity (both Studio and Outdoor) along with Baby Milestone Sessions.
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Of course! While my focus leans fully into creating tangible, heirloom pieces you can hold and enjoy in your home, I know the comfort that comes with having digital copies for safekeeping.
So every portrait you purchase as a printed product includes its matching, fully retouched digital file. This way, you receive the best of both worlds… art you can display and treasure daily, and digital files tucked safely away for the years still ahead. -
While I cannot promise last minute availability, there is always a chance that a mama had her baby early or late, and that can occasionally free up a spot in my schedule.
If your heart is telling you that you do not want to miss out on these memories, please reach out! 🤍
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That’s the best part about hiring a professional. I provide everything! My studio is fully stocked with curated props, hand-selected wraps, boutique outfits, bonnets, headbands, soft blankets, and cozy textures so you never have to pack or purchase a thing.
I even have some beautiful dresses for mama to borrow.
So your only job is to arrive, breathe, and settle into the sweetness of the moment with your baby. I’ll guide the rest.
CONNECT WITH ME
I would be absolutely thrilled to hear from you and chat about your session, and what images would mean the most to you.
Whether you have questions about how my sessions work, how to get booked, , how scheduling newborns happens, or what I can provide. I am here for it all!
I make it a priority to respond to all inquiries within 48 hours. If you don’t see a reply from me in your inbox, be sure to check your junk or spam folder. Unintentionally, my emails can sometimes get lost along the way, and I want to be sure they make it to you!
Lindsay Blackman of LiveJoy Photography is a recognized, established, and award-winning photographer specializing in newborn and family portraits, serving Families in Salem, Oregon and nearby communities for the last 13 years.
Her cozy and thoughtfully designed studio is located in Salem—just an hour’s drive from both Portland and Eugene, right off the I-5 freeway. Every portrait session is personally styled and photographed by Lindsay in her private studio, which was created with the comfort of both babies and parents in mind.
Newborn sessions include access to Lindsay’s curated collection of high-end props, tiny outfits, and accessories. Parents will find everything they need for a relaxed experience: a fully stocked changing station, comfortable seating, snacks and drinks, diapers, wipes, and thoughtful touches for moms.
Mentoring for Photographers
One on One Training
Editing Tools: Actions & Presets
Salem Photographer LiveJoy Photography provides Newborn Baby Photography, Baby Milestone Photos, Maternity & Pregnancy Photos and Family Photography to all areas in Oregon including :
Portland | Salem | Hillsboro | Beaverton | Vancouver | Camas | Canby | Happy Valley | McMinnville | Wilsonville | Woodburn | Keizer | Albany | Corvallis | Lincoln City | Dallas | Eugene | Turner | Aumsville | Stayton | Silverton |Independence | Monmouth | Tigard | Lake Oswego | Oregon City | Gresham and more!
Book your Salem Oregon newborn photography session today and preserve these fleeting moments.
Please Contact me for pricing and availability.
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SALEM OREGON INFORMATION & ACTIVITIES
Salem, Oregon, the state's capital city, boasts a population of approximately 177,432 as of 2023. This is the home of LiveJoy Photography’s studio, and I have lived here for over 15 years. Salem hosts a variety of annual festivals, including the Salem Art Fair & Festival, a large event celebrating visual and performing arts in September. It also hosts the Oregon State Fair in the summer along with one of my favorite actives the Salem Saturday Market. Families can enjoy attractions such as the Enchanted Forest Theme Park, a whimsical popular amusement park featuring fairy tale-themed rides and exhibits for both kids and adults. Salem's dining scene offers lots of options, with family-friendly restaurants like The Cozy Taberna and the incredible Word Of Mouth Bistro known for its made from scratch breakfasts. Shoppers can then explore unique local stores in the historic downtown area, which also features landmarks like the Oregon State Capitol and the historic Elsinore Theatre. For outdoor play, the newly updated Riverfront Park provides scenic walking paths along the Willamette River, a new walking bridge, a playground, outdoor amphitheater and of course the iconic Salem's Riverfront Carousel. The Gilbert House is a wonderful stop for kids to explore and play as well. Bush Pasture Park is one of the city’s largest parks, with Minto Brown Park also included.
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