Business Details
10 Years
experience
Award-Winning Family Photographer in Eugene, Oregon
Heidi Rakas has been capturing timeless, natural moments for families in Eugene, Oregon since 2016. As an award-winning photographer with a background in special education, I bring patience, expertise, and a deep understanding of children's needs to every session. My approach prioritizes genuine connections over perfection, focusing on documenting newborns, maternity milestones, and family relationships with a minimalist, heirloom-quality style. With nearly a decade of professional experience, I offer personalized sessions in my light-filled studio, clients' homes, or outdoor locations across the Eugene-Springfield area.Every session includes access to a curated wardrobe collection and professional guidance for creating tangible art pieces that preserve your family's story for generations. My commitment to excellence is reflected in 100% client satisfaction, with every session carefully designed to be relaxed, child-led, and deeply meaningful.
Services
Newborn Photography
Maternity Photography
Family Photography
Cake Smash Mini-Sessions
Seasonal Mini-Sessions
Details
- Year established: 2016
Highlights and features
- Award-winning photographer with 9 years of professional experience since 2016
- Specialized training in newborn photography and child-friendly session techniques
- Curated wardrobe collection and fully equipped studio for stress-free sessions
- 100% client satisfaction with personalized, heirloom-quality artwork options
- Flexible session options including studio, in-home, and outdoor locations
What people say
Relaxed environment
Beautiful images
Personable and professional
Cherish forever
Dream to work with
Services
Newborn Photography
Documenting your newborn's earliest days with natural, timeless images that capture their unique personality. Sessions focus on safe, gentle posing combined with candid moments of connection. Includes access to organic-colored wraps and outfits for a cohesive, stress-free experience.
Maternity Photography
Celebrating motherhood through elegant, timeless images that honor your pregnancy journey. Sessions emphasize natural beauty and emotional connection, available in studio or outdoor locations. Professional guidance helps create meaningful heirloom artwork for generations to cherish.
Family Photography
Creating heartfelt portraits that highlight genuine connections between family members. Sessions blend posed compositions with candid moments in comfortable settings. Includes wardrobe assistance and multiple location options for personalized storytelling.
Cake Smash Mini-Sessions
Fun, milestone-focused sessions capturing your child's first cake experience. Includes setup, cleanup, and multiple outfit options. Designed to be stress-free while preserving joyful, messy moments in a natural, artistic style.
Seasonal Mini-Sessions
Limited-time sessions celebrating seasonal changes with creative, nature-inspired backdrops. Perfect for updating family portraits with fresh, timely aesthetics while maintaining the studio's signature natural approach to photography.
People
Heidi Rakas
Photographer
Award-winning photographer specializing in newborn and family photography with 9 years of professional experience. Background in special education enhances ability to work with children of all ages in a patient, understanding manner.
Questions
When should I book my newborn photography session?
Book early while pregnant, ideally before 30 weeks. The ideal window for photos is around two weeks old, but sessions work up to eight weeks.
What should we wear for our family session?
I provide a curated client closet with neutral tones and timeless pieces. I'll help coordinate outfits to ensure cohesive, stress-free styling.
How long do photography sessions typically last?
Newborn sessions take 2-3 hours with 4-hour blocks reserved. Family sessions typically last 1-2 hours depending on location and group size.
Do you offer digital images with print purchases?
Yes, all print purchases include corresponding digital images. Digital-only collections also available for flexible sharing options.
What happens if my baby is fussy during the session?
I build flexibility into every session. We'll work at your baby's pace with plenty of breaks for feeding and soothing to ensure comfort.
How soon will we see our finished photos?
Your online gallery will be ready for viewing approximately one week after your session with options for digital access or in-person ordering.
