When I started this business, I wanted your photo experience to be just that, an experience. Fun, friendly and relaxed. I love being able to capture all the joy and wonderful moments for my beautiful families. My goal is to create a beautiful set of timeless photographs for your whole family to enjoy forever.
If you're looking for an enthusiastic and fun photographer, then you have come to the right place! I will do what it takes to get the perfect shot. Whether it’s silly jokes, or sounds, climbing up on ladders, laying on the ground to get the best angles, or playing and singing songs with the littles to get them relaxed. My sessions are centered around capturing the love and connection with your children and family . I like to think of my sessions as going for a walk in the park with your friend, who happens to be carrying a camera.
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Investment Begins at $550
With over 14 years of experience, Christy Mitchell Photography is one of the leading newborn photographers in CT. Fully licensed and insured, trained and up to date on all the safety protocols pertaining to newborn photography. Newborn sessions are a favorite of mine! Newborn photographs are ones you and your family will forever cherish. They grow so fast and change so quickly even day to day.
Contact me during your pregnancy so that I can get your due date on my calendar. Once your new little love has arrived, please email me so that we can set up your session date and time. Newborns are best photographed between 7-16 days as that is when they are the sleepiest and I’m still able to obtain those sweet curled up poses. All newborn sessions are held in my private studio located in Wallingford during the week, Monday through Friday in the morning. Weekend sessions are available upon request and carry an additional weekend premium. I have a wide variety of hats, wraps, headbands and props for you to use during your session. All you need to bring is your baby!
INvestment begins at $450
With over 14 years of experience, Christy Mitchell Photography is one of the leading maternity photographers in CT.
There is nothing more beautiful than that glowing momma-to-be and her baby bump. This is the most exciting and memorable time in a woman’s life! Maternity sessions can be done either in- studio or on location. Maternity sessions are best to be photographed between 28-35 weeks. As a CMP Maternity client, you have full access to the client closet of maternity gowns. Book your newborn session with your maternity session and receive a discount!
Please contact for more information about maternity sessions and availability.
With over 14 years of experience, Christy Mitchell Photography is one of the leading children & family photographers in CT.
It’s not just a photograph, It’s about capturing a moment. The memories made today will last a lifetime. I’m here to document your life, your beautiful moments and the realness you want to remember. Children and Family Sessions can be done either in studio or on-location.
Please contact for more information about children and family sessions .
Investment begins at $450
Investment starts at $450
With over 14 years of experience, Christy Mitchell Photography is one of the leading senior photographers in CT.
You are amazing, strong, brave and wonderful. It’s your senior year and a new great adventure is about to begin! The senior session is all about you, your personality, your passions. Let me capture this special milestone session so you can look back and remember this time in your life forever. Senior sessions can be done both in the studio or on location.
Please contact for more information about senior sessions.
I know this is a big decision for you and I'm here for any questions you might have! View my recent client work and then please don't hesitate to inquiry with any questions. I look forward to meeting you!
What should I wear to my session?
There are many options to keep in mind when deciding what to wear for your family photos. Coordinating outfits for photos doesnt need to be difficult. Focus on accomplishing a cohesive look. When deciding what to wear for photos, pick a palette of 3-4 colors.. Let this be the starting place. Thinking in terms of tones: blue tones, earth tones, neutrals, pastels, etc. Everyone in the family can express their own sense of style with the chosen color palette and the whole group will coordinate beautifully.
For on location sessions what time do you do those sessions?
Generally , we begin shooting during the golden hour period that occurs two hours before sunset. Sunrise and early morning sessions are also available.
How soon will I get my proof gallery after my session?
You will receive your proof gallery with 24-48 hours after your session.
Do I have to bring props or headbands to my newborn session?
No CMP has a wide variety of hats, headbands, wraps, outfits and props for you to use during your session! All you have to bring is the baby.