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Extended Family Session at Gouveia Vineyards | Wallingford, CT Family Photographer A few weeks ago, I had the absolute pleasure of photographing this wonderful family at the beautiful Gouveia Vineyards in Wallingford, CT. This session was extra special—it was an extended family session, brought together by a wonderful reason to celebrate: a graduation! Family members had traveled in […]

The Class of 2026 is officially in front of my lens, and I couldn’t be more excited to kick off the season with the amazing Stella! This was my first senior photo session of the year, and it was truly one for the books. We met at the always-gorgeous Elizabeth Park Rose Garden in West Hartford, CT, where the […]

The tassels have turned, the hugs have been shared, and just like that… the Class of 2025 is graduating! As a senior photographer in Wallingford, Connecticut, I’ve had the incredible honor of photographing so many amazing seniors this year. Whether they were future nurses, artists, athletes, or scholars, each session was filled with personality, purpose, […]

Newborn Photography Session Hi there! Welcome to Christy Mitchell Photography, your trusted CT newborn photographer specializing in capturing the sweetest moments of your little one’s early days. Last week, Miss Aubrey visited my cozy home studio in Wallingford, CT, for her newborn photography session, and let me tell you—she was an absolute dream to photograph! Every image from her session is filled […]

Look who is ONE! (well almost, this little guy will be turning the big ONE in April. 🙂 For those of you who don’t know me, I’m Christy, the photographer behind Christy Mitchell Photography! I specialize in maternity, newborn, child, family, and senior photography in Connecticut, with my studio located in Wallingford. I had the absolute pleasure of […]

Hailey’s Journey: A Story of Strength, Courage, and Hope Meet Hailey Wetmore, a brave 3-year-old from Newington, Connecticut, who has been defying the odds since the day she was born. Diagnosed with a rare medical condition known as cloacal exstrophy (OEIS), Hailey’s life has been anything but ordinary. This condition affects multiple systems of the […]

There are some people you meet in life who leave an undeniable mark on your heart, and Missy & Logan are two of those people. From the moment you meet them, you can’t help but fall in love with their infectious energy, their joyful spirits, and the pure kindness that radiates from them. Missy and […]

Capturing Krissy’s Beautiful Spirit: A Valentine Mini Session to Remember Recently, I had the absolute joy of welcoming a sweet and vibrant 10-year-old girl named Krissy to my studio for a very special Valentine Mini Session. This session was particularly meaningful because it marked the first time Krissy had professional photos taken since she was […]

Capturing the precious moments of your newborn’s first days is a cherished experience, but preparing for a newborn photography session can feel overwhelming. This guide will help you get ready for your newborn photography session so the day goes smoothly, and you receive those heart-melting images you’ll treasure forever. Why Preparing for Your Newborn Photography […]

There’s something so special about capturing the first days of a newborn’s life, and baby Finn’s session was no exception. As the newest addition to the Kiley family, Finn is one of four cuties, and his siblings couldn’t have been more excited to welcome him into their world. This session was filled with tender moments, […]

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