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  • TESTIMONIALS

    I found Rachel on Facebook when looking for a newborn Photographer. Meeting her she made my family feel so comfortable in front of the camera, especially my three-year-old. I originally was only looking for a newborn session; however, Rachel explained to me that she can involve my husband, son and I while still focusing on my newborn. I will cherish these forever as our first photos as a family of four. We will definitely be using Rachel in the future for more family photos! ~ANGELA

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    Rachel was amazing to work with and did such a good job capturing my son’s one year photos! She was so prepared and accommodating to us. Went above and beyond. She did so good with my son and made us feel very comfortable in front of the camera. Such a sweet and kind human. 10/10 recommend Rachel for all your photography needs! ~MAC

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    Working with Rachel was such a pleasure! She made the photoshoot fun and engaging, and made us feel comfortable in the process. She was so kind and accommodating and even provided snacks for my son, as he is very active and all over the place! The photos turned out beautiful. I highly recommend Rachel VanderVelde Photography! ~LIANNA

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    Rachel did a phenomenal job with my daughter’s infant pictures! She was so nurturing towards my girl, even when she was fussing. Not only was she kind and caring, her photos are professional and I was so excited to receive them! I can’t wait to share my beautiful photos and spread the word of how great Rachel is! ~VAL

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    Rachel did such a phenomenal job! Being a first time mom handing your baby to someone 13 days postpartum can be nerve wrecking but Rachel made us feel so comfortable. It was clear that she was a natural both with our daughter and the camera! Our daughter is quite fussy and it didn’t bother Rachel one bit and spent time soothing her to get her back to sleep to continue pictures instead of getting frustrated. We can’t wait to use her again for one year pictures! ~VERONICA

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    We did an engagement session and Valentine’s Day session with Rachel. Both sessions were creative and our photographs were beyond our expectations. Rachel assisted with outfit choices and helped us choose our locations as well. She was professional, patient, and so energetic for both shoots. We are 100% satisfied with her services. ~LYNDIE

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    rachel did an amazing job on my 7 month olds photo session. she got her to smile, was so accommodating, and got our photos back so fast! highly recommend to anyone looking for a baby friendly photographer 😊 ~CARLY

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    We had such a great experience with Rachel and absolutely love our photos! She went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable during the shoot, and even supplied a “pull-up” for my youngest after realizing I forgot one. We will absolutely work with her again! Our photos are stunning. ~CARLIE

Luxury Valparaiso Newborn and Family Photographer 

Rachel VanderVelde is a professional luxury newborn and family photographer serving Valparaiso and the surrounding areas in Northwest Indiana. All sessions are carefully designed and photographed by Rachel in her dedicated Valparaiso studio in the Northwest Indiana. The private studio is thoughtfully arranged to ensure both newborns and families feel comfortable throughout the session. Each newborn photoshoot includes access to Rachel’s handpicked collection of props, outfits, and accessories. The studio is fully equipped with everything parents might need, including a changing table, rocking chair, diapers, wipes, swaddles, refreshments and more to ensure a smooth, stress-free experience for everyone including toddlers. 

I am going to capture the most beautiful images of you and your family—photos you will cherish for a lifetime, passing them down to your children for generations to come.

Whether you're celebrating a new addition to your family or capturing your child's personality at this moment in time, I recognize the value of these photos. I treat that responsibility with the utmost care. That’s why I carefully tailor every session to fit your specific desires and needs. My mission is to create timeless images that you and your children will cherish for generations.

Ready to get started? Reach out to the studio today to begin planning your session—I can't wait to connect with you!