Fairfield families looking for a refined portrait experience can enjoy every stage without having to coordinate the details alone. Portraits by Chaya creates newborn, maternity, baby milestone and family photography through a guided, full-service process at our Waterbury studio and at select Connecticut locations. Professional styling, wardrobe support and custom heirloom artwork are thoughtfully planned so your session feels relaxed, personal and beautifully finished.
From the anticipation of pregnancy and the arrival of a newborn to first birthdays and updated family portraits, each session is shaped around the people and connections you want to preserve. Fairfield clients may choose the controlled privacy of our Waterbury studio or a carefully selected Connecticut outdoor setting for a more natural portrait experience.
We guide you through planning, professional hair and makeup for Mom, posing, an in-person ordering appointment and the selection of finished artwork. Families traveling from Fairfield can arrive with confidence that the wardrobe, styling and creative direction have been considered before the session begins.
Our private Waterbury studio provides a calm and comfortable setting for creating polished portraits. Newborn amenities include a changing table, bottle warmer, comfortable seating, snacks and coffee. For Fairfield clients, the studio’s controlled lighting and thoughtfully prepared spaces allow every image to feel cohesive, elegant and distinctly personal.
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 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.
"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."