KIND WORDS & TESTIMONIALS FROM FAMILIES In SALEM, OREGON and surrounding areas
“Lindsay is simply the greatest in every aspect. Her talent, kindness, communication and skill set are unmatched. The images she creates are worth every penny. Thank you, LiveJoy Photography, for living up to your name and for flawlessly capturing such a special season of our lives.
— Rachel
“There aren't enough words to express our gratitude. YOU ARE AMAZING! We feel sincerely blessed to have crossed paths with you. The gallery of photos you created is incredibly precious. You've done a beautiful job throughout, from inception via email, to the warm welcome upon meeting, to your delicate poses, your attire with props, your attentiveness when ordering, your graceful editing and to finishing! But what makes you extra special is what you can't see. Your endearing and gentle finesse with not only our baby, but with our family as well is a dream. You're a very special human being Lindsay. Thank you, for everything!
— JS
Lindsay has done newborn photos for both of my girls, now 9 and 4, and some family photos. Watching her work with newborns is fascinating and amazing. So much skill and knowledge, so much tenderness and care, and it shows in the final photos. I regret almost everything I've ever spent money on, but not the photos we have of the girls. So very worth it! She's the best!
- Josh
"Thank you so much for taking pictures of my precious baby! I cannot even express how pleased and touched I am by these photos. The shoot was absolutely amazing and so were you. You have such a gentle touch, and made us feel so comfortable and at ease. I am in LOVE with these pictures of Darya!!!! You are truly talented!!! We are definitely planning to come back and getting pictures with you when she's a few months older and can smile! "
— Nastia
“Lindsay at Livejoy Photography feels like family after photographing all 4 of my babies and our family over the last 6 years. She is just wonderful, professional, creative and excellent at what she does. We could not recommend her more for the memorable photos you will always treasure…as we do! Her studio is just perfect and comfortable too!”
— Melissa W.
“We are absolutely in LOVE with our photos! I just knew that you would do an amazing job capturing this special time in our life and you've outdone yourself! I love your style and way of editing the photos... just breathtaking! You were great at making us feel comfortable in front of the camera and were so quick to get the perfect shots. I will definitely recommend you to all my friends interested in getting pictures taken!”
— Melissa
“Lindsay is amazing at what she does. My husband and I had both our maternity sessions, our newborn sessions (she is a baby whisperer), milestone session, family session, and then most recently, our little ones first birthday session.Take a look at her Portfolio. Her photos are beautiful and she has a way of capturing such precious moments. We have an entire hallway photo gallery of photos she has taken that we look at every day!:) So grateful for all the beautiful memories and we look forward to continuing to work with her for years to come”
— Ericka
As a professional newborn photographer based in Salem, Oregon — and proudly serving families across Portland and the greater Willamette Valley — I’ve spent the past 12 years capturing life’s most tender beginnings. What started as a passion has grown into a deeply fulfilling career, and I feel incredibly grateful for the hundreds of families who have welcomed me into their lives during such meaningful milestones.
Looking back, I’m humbled by the trust you've placed in me — not only to photograph your newborns, but to witness and honor your stories, your strength, and your joy. Your resilience as new parents, your quiet moments of love, and yes — those heart-melting baby snuggles — are what inspire me every day.
To my amazing clients: thank you. You’ve filled these years with purpose, and reminded me time and again why newborn photography is so much more than a job — it’s a relationship, a responsibility, and a privilege I don’t take lightly. You’re not just clients; you’re family.
These kind words and testimonials shared with me over the years are not simply compliments — they are reminders of why I do what I do. You are the heartbeat of this business.
Here’s to many more years of swaddled sweetness, proud parent smiles, and capturing fleeting moments that become lifelong treasures.
If we haven’t met yet — I can’t wait to welcome you and your little one into the studio.
With gratitude,
Lindsay Blackman
Newborn & Baby Photographer – Salem & Portland, Oregon
