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Newborn and family photographer in Columbus, Ohio

Relaxed, family-led sessions at home, in a bright studio or a golden field, from Krystle's home base in Delaware.

Every session comes with more

Three things Krystle gives every family, from the first bump photo to the newborn snuggles.

  • Included, no extra charge

    A client closet for momma and baby

    • Flowing gowns
    • Momma's dresses
    • Baby outfits
    What's in the closet
  • Maternity + newborn package

    $945

    $1,015 booked one at a time

    See the package
  • 5+

    Years in business

    Entering her 6th year, specializing in immediate family and newborn photography.

Borrow from her client closet

Gowns for momma, outfits and wraps for baby, to borrow during your session at no additional charge. No shopping, no stress about what to wear.

  • Expecting mom in a flowing blush gown kissing her husband by a lake at sunset
    Blush tulle gown
  • Mom in a long ivory lace gown walking through a field at dusk
    Boho lace gown
  • Mom in a cream dress holding her newborn while big sister leans in
    Mom's dress + baby's wrap
  • Expecting mom in a dusty blue gown standing in a doorway
    Dusty blue gown
  • Sleeping newborn girl in a knit romper and floral headband
    Romper, headband + wrap
  • Expecting mom in a long apricot gown by a bright window with her toddler
    Apricot maternity gown
  • Expecting mom in a red lace dress with her husband and daughter
    Red lace dress
  • Expecting couple walking hand in hand through a sunny field, her white gown flowing
    White flowing gown
  • For mommaMaternity gowns and dresses to borrow, flowing and photo-ready.
  • For babyRompers, headbands and lots of wraps in soft, neutral colors.
  • For newborn sessionsHer Moses basket and blankets come to every newborn session.
  1. Browse the closetEvery piece is in the Client Closet highlight on her Instagram.
  2. Plan it togetherKrystle loves helping pick outfits for the whole family.
  3. Wear it for your sessionIncluded with your session, no extra charge.

“Did you know that I bring my Moses basket, blankets for the basket, lots of wraps to choose from AND a large newborn ‘closet’ to every single newborn session?”

Krystle

Maternity, newborn and family sessions

Four ways to work with Krystle around Columbus and Delaware, with every price on the page.

  • Expecting couple sitting together in a meadow of white wildflowers at sunset

    $465

    Maternity

    Golden hour in a meadow, or soft window light. Up to an hour, within 25 miles of Delaware.

    Book maternity

  • Dad in flannel cradling his newborn in the nursery

    $550

    In-home newborn

    Relaxed and real in your own home, up to two hours, with her newborn and mom closet.

    Book in-home newborn

  • Mother in black cuddling her newborn beside a bright studio window

    $495

    Studio newborn

    Bright studio light in Delaware, Gahanna or Westerville. The studio fee is included.

    Book studio newborn

  • Mom crouching with her toddler in a golden field at sunset

    from $385

    Family

    Your family as you truly are, from a 30 minute half session to a full hour.

    Book family

Expecting? Maternity + newborn together is $945, two sessions for less.See Bump to baby

Newborn photos in your own home

“In home sessions will forever be my favorite. You/your family/your pets are more at ease being in your own space.” Krystle

Mom, dad and big sister on their nursery floor holding the new baby
In the nursery
Mom on the bed at home with her newborn, big brother and the family dog
Pets welcome
Big brother in the glider holding his newborn sibling
Big brother's turn

What an in-home session looks like

  • She brings the Moses basket, blankets and wraps
  • Up to 2 hours, so nobody is rushed
  • Feeds, cuddles and breaks whenever baby needs
  • The newborn and women's client closet comes to you

$550 in-home, 50 or more edited images $495 in the studio

  1. Your home is enough“It’s your cozy space - where your family is right at this moment in time. And that, my friends, is beautiful.”
  2. No time pressure“Baby needs to eat? Take your time.” Two hours on the calendar means nobody has to rush, and Krystle comes to you, up to 30 miles from Delaware.
  3. Or a bright studioPrefer a clean, simple look? Studio sessions are in Delaware, Gahanna or Westerville, and the studio cost is included.

Book an in-home newborn sessionOr book the studio

From bump to baby, one plan

Her discounted Maternity + Newborn package: book both sessions together and Krystle tells the whole story, from waiting to holding.

  1. Expecting couple in lace and a blue shirt under a tree at golden hour

    The bump

    A full maternity session, up to an hour, at golden hour or in soft window light.

  2. Newborn in cream asleep in her parent's hands

    Baby arrives

    A relaxed lifestyle newborn session in your home or the studio.

  3. Mom and dad in sweaters holding their newborn close

    Your gallery

    Custom edited images from both sessions, delivered in about 2.5 to 3 weeks each.

Maternity + Lifestyle Newborn

$945

Two separate sessions, tax included. Booked one at a time, the same two are $1,015.

  • One retainerHalf the total holds both dates. Payment plans are available.
  • Maternity firstA full session, up to an hour, outdoors or in soft window light.
  • Then babyA lifestyle newborn session at home or in the studio.

How it works

From the first message to your gallery, Krystle keeps it simple.

  1. Say hello

    48

    Hours at most for her reply

    Tell her the month you want, the session and who is coming.

  2. Hold your date

    ½

    The retainer is half the session

    Sign the contract and you are on her calendar. Venmo, cash or Zelle.

  3. Plan the look

    GownsBabyFamily

    Borrow from her client closet. She loves helping with outfits.

  4. Your gallery

Session packages

Every price from her packages page, tax included. Pick a session, then the package that fits.

  • In Home Lifestyle Newborn

    $550

    • Up to 2 hoursRelaxed and comfortable in your own home
    • Up to 30 miles from 43015
    • Immediate family only
    • Newborn and women's client closet
    • 50 or more edited imagesTypical minimum
    Book in-home newborn
  • Studio Lifestyle Newborn

    $495

    • Up to 1.5 hours
    • Delaware, Gahanna or WestervilleStudio cost included
    • Immediate family only
    • Client closet
    • 30 or more edited imagesTypical minimum
    Book studio newborn
  • Maternity + Lifestyle Newborn

    $945

    • 2 separate sessionsDiscounted together
    • A full maternity sessionUp to an hour
    • A lifestyle newborn sessionIn your home or the studio
    • Everything in each sessionSee the cards in Newborn and Family
    Book maternity + newborn
  • Full Session

    $465

    • Up to one hour
    • Immediate family
    • Up to 25 miles from 43015
    • Client closet
    • 45 or more edited imagesTypical minimum
    Book full family or maternity
  • Half Session

    $385

    • 30 minutesGreat for families with older children
    • Groups of 4 and underImmediate family
    • Up to 15 miles from 43015
    • 20 or more edited imagesTypical minimum
    Book half family session

Prices include tax. A retainer of half the session holds your date and goes toward the total. Payment plans are available, paid in full by your session date. Krystle no longer takes extended family or senior sessions.

We felt like family

What families say after a session with Krystle, word for word.

Kind words

Every review is 5 stars

from 4 families

  • Read Jacleen P.'s review in the reviews list
    Jacleen P.Family session

    5 stars

    My family and i have been searching for a family photographer to capture my vision since we moved to Columbus. During our session with Krystle, we felt like family!! She has amazing energy, and a great way of working with kids and making them comfortable. She is patience, spirited, and ready to handle anything.

  • Read Stephanie J's review in the reviews list
    Stephanie JFamily session

    5 stars

    Fantastic quality photos, loved Krystle's creativity and overall just a wonderful experience!! We tend to loathe taking family pics and Krystle made us all feel very comfortable and clearly loves what she does. Her passion for photography and creativity is second to none. If you are on the fence about finding someone to do your shots, I can tell you that Wild Dandelions is your go to! We will be using her again for sure!

  • Read Ashley S.'s review in the reviews list
    Ashley S.Session with her daughter

    5 stars

    Simply amazing photography! Krystle was a pleasure to work with! She’s professional and knows what she’s doing, which made our session so easy. My daughter isn’t the easiest to photograph, and Krystle captured so many good ones of her. She was so patient with her, when it took her awhile to warm up. Krystle is very responsive and timely, as well. Her website and social media portfolios say it all, stunning photos! You won’t regret choosing her.

  • Read Heidi M.'s review in the reviews list
    Heidi M.Family of five

    5 stars

    I was so impressed with Wild Dandelions Photography. Having 3 kids can make family pictures a stressful event. Krystle's approach to catch "perfect" moments coupled with the best time of day to take pictures made all the difference. I knew the pictures would be great before I saw them and I was right! I loved them all so much! I HIGHLY recommend!

Krystle Hamilton, photographer, holding her camera in a bright studio
Krystle

Say hi to Krystle

Hi, I'm Krystle

“The days are long, but the years are short.”

  • Delaware mom of 43 boys and a little girl
  • Started with her own kidsdocumenting them grow
  • An open bookask her anything
  • Cheesy Christmas moviesa gigantic fan

Say hi to KrystleFollow @wilddandelions_photography

  • Her story

    • Her kiddos3 boys and a little girl
    • Sessions in 2022her busiest year
    • Newborn sessionsthat same year
  • 48hours at most to hear back from Krystle. Send a message

    Delawarehome base, serving Columbus and the towns around it

  • Tips from Krystle

    • Book by month. If a month is missing from her calendar, it is full.
    • Mid-November to March, sessions move indoors, at home or in a studio.
    • Say if you prefer sunrise or sunset, and if you have a spot in mind.
    • Do not see her reply in 24 to 48 hours? Check your spam folder.

@wilddandelions_photography

Follow along on Instagram

Krystle shares her newest newborn, maternity and family sessions there, plus pieces from the client closet.

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Serving Columbus, Delaware and beyond

Family and maternity sessions within 25 miles of Delaware, in-home newborns within 30. Further out? She is happy to travel for a small gas fee.

Delaware County and the towns around it. The dashed ring is 25 miles from Delaware. Squares are the studios she books for winter sessions.

Wild Dandelions Photography

Based in Delaware, OH 43015
Sessions at your home, a local studio or outdoors

hello@wilddandelionsphotography.comReplies within 24 to 48 hours

Winter sessions (mid-November to March) are indoors, at home or in a studio in Delaware, Gahanna or Westerville.

Questions families ask

Something else? Send Krystle a message. She replies within 24 to 48 hours.

How much is a newborn session in Columbus?

Krystle's in-home lifestyle newborn session is $550 and her studio lifestyle newborn session is $495, studio cost included. Her Maternity + Lifestyle Newborn package covers both a maternity session and a newborn session for $945. Prices include tax.

I'm ready to book. What are the next steps?

Send an inquiry with the time frame you are looking for, the package and who will be coming. Once you have chatted and settled the details, Krystle sends the contract, you pay the retainer and you are officially on her calendar.

How much is the retainer?

Half of the session amount. It goes toward your session total and is non-refundable. Payment plans are available, as long as the session is paid in full by its date.

What type of payment do you take?

Venmo, cash or Zelle.

What if my location is over 25 miles away?

No problem. Krystle is happy to travel to you. Within Ohio a small gas fee is added to your invoice. Outside Ohio, you will talk through travel and accommodations together.

Can you help with our outfits?

Yes, please! Krystle loves being part of the outfit decision, since it shapes the whole feeling of your photos. Her client closet has newborn and women's pieces to borrow.

Do you photograph extended families or seniors?

Not anymore. Krystle focuses on maternity, newborn and immediate family sessions.

How long until we get our gallery?

Galleries are typically delivered in 2.5 to 3 weeks.

Tomorrow they will be a little bigger

“This day is a gift. Breathe and notice.” Tell Krystle the month you have in mind and she will help you pick the session.

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