Business Details
9 Years
experience
Your Trusted Newborn & Family Photography Studio in Clayton, NC
AJS Photo Studio was founded in 2017 by Amber, a passionate photographer whose journey began in 2014 with specialized training in newborn photography. With over a decade of cumulative experience in the field, our studio combines technical expertise with artistic vision to deliver timeless imagery. We hold certifications in CPR/BLS as healthcare providers and maintain rigorous safety standards for newborn sessions. Our commitment to organic practices extends to using fragrance-free cleaning products and natural props to ensure a chemical-free environment for your family. Located in Clayton, North Carolina, we serve Southeast Raleigh and surrounding communities with personalized photography services for newborns, maternity, children, and families.Our dedication to quality is reflected in our licensed and insured operations, as well as the trust we've built through hundreds of satisfied clients. We prioritize client comfort with amenities like private nursing areas, temperature-controlled studios, and curated maternity wardrobes. Every session reflects our philosophy of capturing authentic moments with rustic elegance and emotional depth. Our team's expertise in posing techniques, color theory, and set design ensures each client receives artful, high-resolution images that preserve life's milestones.
Services
Newborn Photography
Maternity Sessions
Family Portraits
Cake Smash Sessions
Wedding Coverage
Milestone Sessions
Outdoor Sessions
Studio Sessions
Portrait Packages
Custom Editing
Details
- Year established: 2017
Highlights and features
- We offer 10+ years of combined experience in newborn and family photography
- Our team maintains CPR/BLS certification for healthcare providers
- We use fragrance-free, chemical-free products for baby safety
- We provide personalized maternity wardrobe selections and styling
- We guarantee professional-grade image quality with artistic composition
What people say
Patient and professional
Best photos ever seen
Incredible experience
Beautiful pictures
Great with babies
Services
Newborn Photography
Specialized newborn sessions capture delicate details and natural poses in a temperature-controlled studio. We use medical-grade safety protocols and organic props. Sessions include parent and sibling involvement with professional editing for heirloom-quality images.
Maternity Sessions
Maternity photography emphasizes the beauty of pregnancy with curated wardrobe options and custom set designs. Sessions include professional styling and both studio and outdoor options to highlight natural curves and family connections.
Family Portraits
Outdoor and studio family sessions focus on authentic interactions and generational connections. We accommodate groups up to five people with customized posing and seasonal backdrops to create cohesive, timeless images.
Cake Smash Sessions
Celebratory cake smash sessions combine milestone photography with playful elements. We provide themed setups and cleanup services, capturing candid moments while maintaining artistic composition standards for first birthday memories.
Wedding Coverage
Full-service wedding photography includes engagement sessions and day-of coverage with artistic detail shots. We provide multiple photographers for comprehensive documentation and custom USB presentation packages for easy sharing.
People
Amber
Owner & Lead Photographer
Professional photographer since 2014 with specialized newborn safety training. Certified in CPR/BLS healthcare provider standards. Operates with medical-grade safety protocols and organic practices for family photography sessions.
Questions
What safety measures do you use for newborn photography?
We maintain 80-degree studio temperatures, use medical-grade posing supports, and have CPR/BLS certified photographers present at all sessions.
Do you offer maternity wardrobe options?
Yes, we provide a curated selection of flowy dresses in multiple sizes and colors for maternity sessions, with styling assistance included.
What's included in newborn packages?
All newborn sessions include professional posing, prop selection, parent/sibling photos, and high-resolution digital images with print rights.
Do you photograph outside Clayton area?
We serve Southeast Raleigh including Garner and Fuquay Varina. Travel fees may apply beyond 20-mile radius of Clayton, NC.
How long do photography sessions last?
Session durations range from 20 minutes for mini sessions to 3 hours for deluxe newborn packages, depending on selected options.
What makes your studio unique?
Our combination of medical safety certifications, organic practices, and rustic aesthetic creates a distinctive photography experience for families.
Reviews (7)
Jenna Jankuv
Dec 09, 2020
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Let me start off by saying Amber is truly an amazing photographer. Im the type of person that plans things out mooonths in advanced and before I had known of AJS, I booked another photographer that left me hanging a week before my daughters birthday. Amber literally saved me, not only did she get me in last minute but she took the most beautiful pictures of my daughter for her cake smash. Im so grateful to have Amber capture that important date in her life but also can not wait to have her capture more pictures of my daughter in the future!
Hayley Koenig
Dec 17, 2019
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Very creative. We did a few sessions with her and every session was a hit. Worth every single penny. Recommend ordering pictures through her, we did and when we got them they were crystal clear! Very good with children. Listens well to what you want and always helps turn your vision into a reality.
Lorraine Joyce
Dec 16, 2019
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We love Amber! Shes done photos for our family since our girl was a newborn. She's always so patient with kids (really, a baby whisperer) and gets great photos in every session we've had.
Blaine Wallace
Dec 14, 2019
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Amber is great! My family and I have had multiple photo shoots with her, and in addition I have had headshots done to print on flyers, brochures, and business cards. As a local business owner myself, supporting small business is always important! But its even better when small businesses deliver better results than anyone else! Highly recommended.
Teri Gillon
Oct 28, 2019
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Amber has done my Christmas photos of my daughter and me for 2 years and we will definitely be going back again this year! I've been following her growing business and skill for years, she is incredibly talented, has a true passion for what she does and cares so much about what she does. Best photographer around!
Jon Gaillard
Sep 28, 2019
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Amber was very professional and knowledgeable. She did such a great job with our newborn photos! We will definitely be using her again in the future!
Jennifer Pcholinsky
Jun 29, 2019
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AJS Photography has captured so many special memories for my family! Amber is wildly talented & wonderful to work with, especially with my small children!
