Work with me

You want photos to document this season of life, but your todo list is already a mile long. Between choosing outfits, finding a location, and coordinating schedules, booking photos can feel like one more thing to figure out.

That’s where I come in! I’ll handle the planning, help you choose outfits, and even help you turn your favorite photos into framed prints for your home.

And the best part is it’ll all feel like just another day hanging out with the family. My play based approach lets your family be yourselves, while I’m a fly on the wall capturing the chaos and personality as it unfolds. You just show up and enjoy your family. I’ll take care of the rest.


An Experience To Enjoy, Photographs To  Keep

Services

Maternity

Newborn

Family

Birth

Columbus Maternity Photography

About me

My whole life I was terrified of giving birth, and being a mom was just something I would do "someday". Even after getting married, having kids was something that I thought was 5+ years down the road, but the Lord had other plans. 

The whole journey into parenthood is the most wildly beautiful ride. From the pregnancy that feels like it lasts forever, to facing my fear of giving birth ( which also felt like it lasted forever...), finally holding that sweet baby in my arms.... it all is such a rush of emotions, good and bad, and when I think back to it all, I feel an overwhelming sentiment that I've never felt before. That feeling triumphs over all the other ones felt in the first few months of parenthood, but often isn't felt until those moments are gone.

That sentiment is why I do what I do. That sentiment is what I'm here to capture for you.

Hey, friend,
 I'm Christal!

Columbus Maternity Photographer

Learn More

When you look back at your family photos, you’ll remember what your kids were like that year, but you’ll also remember how it felt to take them.

If the whole process was rushed and hectic, that might be what comes to mind, too. But what if your family photos were more than just pictures? What if they were a day spent laughing, playing, and connecting with the people you love most?

That’s why, from the moment you book with me, I take care of ALL the details. In every shoot we'll spend the first bit creating those classic posed portraits that your grandma wants to see, then we'll spend the rest of your session playing and making memories worth looking back on.

Columbus OH Maternity photos 

More THAn a pHOTOSHOOT

love notes

- The Mawhorr Family

All the photos I have from Christal are beautiful and such high quality. She is so fun and easy to work with! I truly look forward to capturing more memories with her! from my birth daily, and still cry every time! They are the most special photos and I will treasure them forever. 

"We had such a wonderful experience working with Christal "

- The Fello Family

My family and I enjoyed spending time with her for our maternity shoot. She made us feel comfortable and at ease. She was very patient with me after the birth of my child when I was having a hard time communicating. We will use her services again.

"I had an awesome experience!"

- skylar & carter

We picked Christal to do our maternity/labor/newborn photos. I was a little nervous as I’ve NEVER liked any pictures I’ve had done. And even while I was in labor I felt like I had one of my close friends with me! Seriously THE sweetest woman I’ve ever met. She went ABOVE AND BEYOND!! I seriously never want another photographer!

 "She made everything AMAZING and so easy our pictures came out perfect!!"

Work with me

I can't wait to have fun with your family

ready to commit?