Luxury Cheshire, CT Newborn & Family Photographer
A Boutique, Full-Service Portrait Experience
Cheshire families deserve a portrait experience that feels as thoughtful as the memories being preserved. Portraits by Chaya offers newborn, maternity, baby milestone and family photography through a calm, full-service process at our Waterbury studio and at select Connecticut locations. With professional styling, wardrobe guidance and custom heirloom artwork coordinated for you, the experience is designed to feel polished, personal and refreshingly uncomplicated.
Portrait Photography for Cheshire Families
From preparing for a new baby to celebrating first birthdays, motherhood and the changing seasons of family life, every session is created around what matters most to you. Cheshire clients may choose the privacy and consistency of our Waterbury studio or a carefully selected Connecticut outdoor setting for a more natural look.
Every Detail, Thoughtfully Planned
From planning and professional hair and makeup for Mom to guided posing, an in-person ordering appointment and finished artwork, every stage is thoughtfully organized. Families visiting from Cheshire can arrive knowing the creative details have been considered and the experience will unfold at an unhurried pace.
A Calm, Private Studio
At our comfortable Waterbury studio, you’ll have everything needed for a relaxed portrait session. Newborn amenities include a changing table, bottle warmer, comfortable seating, snacks and coffee. For clients traveling from Cheshire, the studio provides a private setting where each detail can be controlled, allowing the finished portraits to feel cohesive, refined and distinctly yours.
Artwork Designed for Your Home
At Portraits by Chaya, each session is a full-service portrait experience designed to capture your family’s story in a way that is timeless, vibrant, and effortlessly beautiful. From personalized session planning and wardrobe guidance to carefully crafted poses and professional styling, we take care of every detail so you can relax and enjoy the moment. The result is custom fine art portraits and heirloom artwork that transform fleeting moments into tangible memories — portraits you’ll treasure now and for generations to come.
What can you expect from your finished portraits? Take a look at the professional prints and photo products I offer and some renderings of wall art in clients' homes. I have numerous wall art samples, albums, and products in the studio that you can touch and feel to help in creating your custom art.
The Woman Behind the Portraits
The most meaningful portraits are created when you feel relaxed, cared for, and truly present in the moment. From our first conversation through your finished artwork, I’m here to make every detail of your experience feel thoughtful, effortless, and personal.
My approach is calm, guided, and deeply intentional- allowing you to simply enjoy your family while I preserve the moments you’ll want to remember for years to come.
Client Testimonials
"My wife and I had the most wonderful experience with Chaya (Portraits By Chaya) for my newborn's photoshoot. Her expertise and gentle approach created a calming atmosphere, allowing my little one to be at ease. The resulting photos are beyond words, each frame captures the delicate innocence of my baby. Chaya (Portraits By Chaya) possesses an exceptional talent for lighting, composition, and capturing the best moments. The mini albums are my favorite. If you're looking to preserve the precious early days of your baby's life, I wholeheartedly recommend Chaya. Her newborn photography is a timeless investment that will fill your heart with joy for years to come."