Houston Portrait Photography for Women at Every Stage of Life
From maternity and motherhood to beauty, branding, and legacy portraits, La Vie Photography creates timeless images that help women feel seen, celebrated, and confident.
Ways We Serve Women
La Vie is more than a photo session — it’s a full-service experience designed around you.
We handle it all:
✔︎ Professional hair & makeup available
✔︎ Studio wardrobe included
✔︎ Fully guided posing
✔︎ Immediate image selection
✔︎ Heirloom albums, wall art, and folio boxes
Kristen’s clients describe their sessions as empowering, effortless, and “the first time I’ve really felt seen.”
“From the styling to the photos to the way Kristen guided me — I felt confident, relaxed, and radiant. This wasn’t just a shoot… it was a transformation.” – Client Review
This experience is for the woman who wants to remember this season — not someday, but now.
Whether you are growing a baby, building a business, celebrating your body, honoring motherhood, or simply ready to see yourself differently, your portrait session is designed to feel effortless, guided, and deeply personal.
Houston Maternity Photography
Maternity will always be one of the most meaningful ways we photograph women. Your session is designed to celebrate your body, your baby, and the beautiful transition into motherhood with timeless, elegant portraits.
Women’s Portraits Beyond Motherhood
You do not need a milestone to deserve beautiful portraits. From beauty and boudoir to branding and personal legacy sessions, we create portraits that reflect your confidence, softness, strength, and story.
Your Portrait Experience
Consultation & Styling
We kickstart our journey with a friendly phone call. During this chat, I'll walk you through my process and take the time to answer any questions or concerns you may have. Once your session is booked, we'll also meet for an in person styling consultation. This step is all about bringing your vision to life.
Capture the Magic
Arrive at our private Houston studio for styling and photography. Your session starts with professional hair and makeup service, I will then guide you through your session where I'll use my expertise to capture the essence of the moment. This is where the magic happens, and we'll create stunning memories together.
Same Day Reveal
View your images the same day - and fall in love with how you look! I'll help you choose your favorite images and artwork. We help clients adorn their home with beautiful artwork in many forms. I want to keep this entire process as easy for you as possible, so our art installer even professionally installs your wall art.
Trusted by Houston women and families for over 16 years.
years in business
clients photographed each year
of wardrobe pieces available
Meet Your Photographer, Kristen
I’ve spent 16 years capturing Houston women through every season of life. La Vie was born out of my passion for classic motherhood photography — but it has evolved into a space where every woman gets to be the star of her own story. As the years move on and I see my clients come back time and time again, ready to capture the next new season of life, I am struck by the beauty of each new beginning. There are so many moments in a woman’s journey through womanhood that deserve to be captured. I will always love new mom sessions; they are where I fell in love with capturing women on the cusp of becoming, but I see now that women are always on the cusp of becoming….becoming mothers, becoming your company’s next CEO, becoming graduates, becoming empty nesters…there is no end to the season of becoming & reinvention. From boudoir to milestone portraits, I blend magazine-worthy technique with real, radiant emotion.
A Luxurious & Relaxed portrait experience ensures you are well taken care of, from your pregnancy photo session through your baby’s first birthday and into every celebration you experience on this journey through womanhood.
Investment
Portrait experiences begin at $580.
For clients who want a simple session, full-service pampering, or a completely custom experience, we offer several ways to be photographed.
All sessions include hair, makeup, and wardrobe styling. You simply choose how long we create together.
Do you offer professional hair & makeup?
Yes — every session includes expert styling to help you feel camera-ready.
Do you have a wardrobe?
We do! From flowing gowns to classic pieces, we’ll help you select looks that flatter beautifully.
I’m not photogenic. Can you help me pose?
Absolutely. You’ll be guided through every pose so you feel confident and look amazing — no modeling experience required.
Can my partner join the session?
Yes! We’re happy to include partners and other family members if you’d like.
Do I have to be nude for boudoir photos?
Not at all. Boudoir sessions are about your comfort and confidence. Wear what makes you feel amazing — not sure what that is? Don’t worry we’ll help you figure it out.
When will I see my photos?
Right after your session! We offer same-day image viewing and ordering.
“I don’t usually do reviews, but I felt like I had to on this occasion, because WOW! This was an incredible experience. She is the best newborn photographer in Houston, and probably all of Texas. Even though our son was 4 months old at his session, she was able to capture him looking like he was a week old! She was gentle and professional as well as creative. I will definitely use her in the future!”
– Angie (Newborn Session)
“Kristen listened to every detail that I wanted for my photo shoot. She methodically thought out all the details prior to my session and had perfect outfits already selected. She made me feel comfortable and confident. My husband joined me in some of the photos and he had a great experience as well. Her work is outstanding! Pure perfection!”
-Erica (Family Session)
“Kristen is a very sweet and warm individual who is truly a gifted photographer. Her passion for her craft is evident in her attention to detail and her commitment to capturing her client’s vision, while still incorporating her artistry into the images. She was extremely professional and did a beautiful job capturing my daughter’s first-year portraits. I will definitely plan to use her services again in the future. I only wish I would have found her sooner!”
– Ana (Motherhood Session)
“My wife and I brought our newborn to La Vie recently and could have been more pleased. Kristen went the extra mile in every aspect, not only with her amazing photography, but the little details as well; like having snacks and coffee ready and even a nice presentation of the photos at the end on a big screen. The experience alone was definitely 5 star!”
– New Dad (Newborn Session)
“Kristen is awesome! She took all my ideas and came up with wonderful sessions for both my daughter and I. She captured the beauty of my pregnancy and made me feel comfortable and pretty. She was so patient with our little one and captured images I will cherish forever. My husband and are so pleased with her work and professionalism, we will be using her for other sessions in the future!”
– Chelsea (Motherhood & Maternity)
“Kristen is amazing! She is very professional and detailed in her work. Her photography stands out because she takes the time to get to know the family, working with their ideas as well as her own. She is very patient and artistic. I would highly recommend La Vie Photography!”
– Sherita
“I don’t usually do reviews, but I felt like I had to on this occasion, because WOW! This was an incredible experience. She is the best newborn photographer in Houston, and probably all of Texas. Even though our son was 4 months old at his session, she was able to capture him looking like he was a week old! She was gentle and professional as well as creative. I will definitely use her in the future!”
– Angie (Newborn Session)
“Kristen listened to every detail that I wanted for my photo shoot. She methodically thought out all the details prior to my session and had perfect outfits already selected. She made me feel comfortable and confident. My husband joined me in some of the photos and he had a great experience as well. Her work is outstanding! Pure perfection!”
-Erica (Family Session)
“Kristen is a very sweet and warm individual who is truly a gifted photographer. Her passion for her craft is evident in her attention to detail and her commitment to capturing her client’s vision, while still incorporating her artistry into the images. She was extremely professional and did a beautiful job capturing my daughter’s first-year portraits. I will definitely plan to use her services again in the future. I only wish I would have found her sooner!”
– Ana (Motherhood Session)
“My wife and I brought our newborn to La Vie recently and could have been more pleased. Kristen went the extra mile in every aspect, not only with her amazing photography, but the little details as well; like having snacks and coffee ready and even a nice presentation of the photos at the end on a big screen. The experience alone was definitely 5 star!”
– New Dad (Newborn Session)
“Kristen is awesome! She took all my ideas and came up with wonderful sessions for both my daughter and I. She captured the beauty of my pregnancy and made me feel comfortable and pretty. She was so patient with our little one and captured images I will cherish forever. My husband and are so pleased with her work and professionalism, we will be using her for other sessions in the future!”
– Chelsea (Motherhood & Maternity)
“Kristen is amazing! She is very professional and detailed in her work. Her photography stands out because she takes the time to get to know the family, working with their ideas as well as her own. She is very patient and artistic. I would highly recommend La Vie Photography!”
– Sherita
You deserve to be seen in this season.
Whether you are expecting, mothering, building, healing, celebrating, or simply becoming, your portraits should feel like you — only elevated.