CT Family & Newborn Photographer

FROM BUMP TO BABY TO BOUNCING OFF THE WALLS

Specializing in sessions where you feel prepared and confident so you can enjoy the moment.

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Has anyone told you lately that you’re amazing?

Because you are. And you’re doing a great job (even if it doesn’t always feel that way). One of the hardest things about being a parent is how much everything is constantly changing.

Kids change SO FAST. I mean, from day 1 to day 2 they already look different. Then they grow like weeds and just when you think you’ve figured them out, they change again. (You’re giving him strawberries because he ate a whole carton just last week? How dare you).

I’m here to help you. To help document your life before it changes again. And to help make the whole process as smooth and as enjoyable as possible!

A dad leans down and hands white flowers to his toddler daughter while the sun sets behind them at a park in Connecticut during a family photography session. — Sessions full of *fun*

Let’s plan an experience that’s memorable and enjoyable for everyone - even your reluctant partner and wild child.

Take me to see FAMILY SESSIONS

Loving parents embrace their sleeping newborn in a warm, intimate family moment captured in soft natural light — Having a baby?

Congrats! You probably have an achy back and a to-do list about a mile long, so let’s make this as easy for you as possible.

I’m here for tiny baby goodness

A photo album with a blue cover lies open on a wood table and shows a photo of a young girl and her mom hugging and more of their family photographs. — Work with Me

This all sounds great, right? Let’s start planning your dream session.

I’m in - let’s go!

BEHIND THE LENS

Hey, I’m Kara - the
photographer that’s got it together, the mom that definitely doesn’t.

Some quick facts: I’m a mom to two little girls, a dog, and this business of mine. Iced coffee is the best because I don’t have to heat it up when I finally drink it three hours later. Bluey’s parents are my role models.

More 'fun' facts

A black and white photo shows Kara Summerson laughing and holding her camera at a beach in Connecticut.

Working with Kara was a dream from start to finish. Kara was kind and responsive during the booking and scheduling process... She was great with my toddler and knew just what to do to direct us for posing and got amazing candid shots that capture our goofy essence as well. I can't recommend Kara enough and I will definitely be booking with her again in the future.

- ALLISON

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Double Trouble - A Twin Newborn Session in West Hartford, Connecticut

Latest Shoots, Sessions

Welcome these sweet twin newborns with a cozy, in-home photography session full of snuggles, tiny details, and double the love. This blog post captures the quiet, intimate moments of life with newborn twins—perfect for families looking for natural, storytelling-style photography.