Business Details
14 Years
experience
Your Yakima Photographer for Newborn & Family Portraits
Founded by Rhiann Gates, Garden Gates Photography has been dedicated to capturing life's most precious moments since 2012. Our expertise lies in newborn, maternity, and family portraiture, combining creative vision with technical precision to create heirloom-quality images. Each session is meticulously planned to reflect the unique story of your family, ensuring every detail harmonizes perfectly. Our approach blends whimsical creativity with timeless elegance, preserving memories that generations will cherish. Located in Selah, Washington, we serve Yakima Valley families with a personalized experience rooted in professionalism and artistic excellence.With over a decade of experience in newborn and family photography, we specialize in transforming fleeting moments into enduring art pieces. Our commitment to client satisfaction is evident in every interaction, from consultation through final print selection. We adhere to strict safety protocols during sessions and maintain transparent communication throughout the process. Our reputation as Yakima's trusted newborn photographer is built on consistent quality, genuine care, and artistic innovation. By combining technical expertise with emotional intelligence, we help families capture their most authentic selves in beautifully composed portraits.
Services
Newborn Portraits
Maternity Photography
Family Portraits
Children's Sessions
Senior Portraits
Customized Photo Sessions
Heirloom Print Services
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- Specialized expertise in newborn and family photography since 2012
- Customized sessions with coordinated styling elements for cohesive storytelling
- Award-winning artistic approach to capturing family milestones
- Proven safety protocols for newborn photography sessions
- Deep understanding of Yakima Valley family traditions and values
Services
Newborn Portraits
Newborn portrait sessions focus on capturing delicate details and family connections through artfully composed images. Our specialized approach ensures safe, stress-free sessions while preserving timeless moments. Each portrait includes personalized styling elements and multiple poses to showcase your baby's unique personality.
Maternity Photography
Maternity sessions celebrate the beauty of pregnancy with elegant, artistic compositions. We offer customized themes and wardrobe guidance to create images that honor this special journey. The sessions emphasize emotional connections while maintaining a professional standard of quality and comfort.
Family Portraits
Custom family portrait sessions capture multi-generational connections through coordinated styling and natural compositions. Our approach prioritizes authentic interactions while ensuring technical precision. Each session includes location scouting and wardrobe consultation for cohesive visual storytelling.
Children's Sessions
Child photography services capture developmental milestones through playful, engaging sessions. We specialize in age-appropriate setups that preserve natural expressions and personalities. Our portfolio includes themed sessions and seasonal collections for lasting keepsakes.
Senior Portraits
Senior portrait packages combine classic and contemporary styles to celebrate academic achievements. We offer location flexibility and customized styling to reflect individual personalities. The sessions include professional retouching and print-ready digital files.
People
Rhiann Gates
Owner & Lead Photographer
Rhiann Gates is an award-winning photographer specializing in newborn and family portraiture with over a decade of experience in the Yakima Valley. Her artistic approach combines technical precision with emotional storytelling to create timeless images.
Questions
What photography services do you specialize in?
We specialize in newborn portraits, maternity photography, family portraits, children's sessions, and senior portraits with a focus on artistic composition and personalized storytelling.
How do you prepare for customized photo sessions?
Each session includes pre-planning for wardrobe coordination, prop selection, and location scouting to ensure cohesive visual storytelling that reflects your family's unique narrative.
Do you serve areas outside Yakima?
We primarily serve Yakima Valley and surrounding Washington communities, with flexibility for special session requests within reasonable proximity to Selah.
Are newborn photography sessions safe?
Safety is our top priority during newborn sessions. We follow strict protocols with professional training and never compromise safety for composition.
What is included in portrait packages?
Packages include professional styling, multiple poses/compositions, and high-resolution digital files. Custom options are available for specific print and framing needs.
How far in advance should I book a session?
We recommend booking newborn sessions during pregnancy, with flexibility for last-minute requests. Family portrait bookings are typically scheduled 4-6 weeks in advance.
Reviews (1)
Autumn Rock
Jun 12, 2018
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Rhiann is a fabulous photographer! Especially with newborns, she just has this way with them. We were so impressed with her professionalism and creativity. Our newborn session was a wonderful experience from start to finish. The images she captured are something our family will cherish forever.
