Service area · Texas City, Texas
Texas City Maternity, Newborn and Family Photography
The Texas City Dike runs about 5.3 miles into Galveston Bay and claims to be the longest human-built fishing pier on Earth (Texas Highways). It was first built of wood in 1915 and later reinforced with granite. I’m Jen Duke, and I photograph maternity, Fresh 48, newborn and family sessions for Texas City parents who want photos of the early years they can print and keep, with mom in the frame too.
Newborn sessions are in my natural-light home studio in Richwood, by appointment. Fresh 48 can happen in the hospital or at home, and family sessions can be at your home or outdoors. Every session includes a digital gallery for downloads, sharing and prints.
15+ years of newborn and family photos · Natural-light home studio in Richwood, by appointment · Digital gallery and print ordering
Local to Texas City
Planning photos in a Texas City with 42 parks
Texas City grew from 45,099 people in 2010 to 51,898 in 2020, and the city runs 42 parks along the southwest shore of Galveston Bay (Wikipedia). Texas City ISD serves most of the city, and Dickinson ISD serves other parts (Wikipedia). Here is how a few things about Texas City can shape your photo plans.
Breezy mornings on the Dike
There’s a big playground at the base of the Dike, about three-quarters of a mile of beachfront and miles of hike-and-bike trails (Texas Highways). Mornings out there can be bright and breezy. For your own photos there, stand with your back to the breeze so hair blows away from faces, and go early before it gets hot.
Music Fest by the Bay at Nessler Park
Nessler Park covers 55 acres and hosts the yearly Music Fest by the Bay, and Bay Street Park adds another 45 acres (Wikipedia). With that much park space, it’s easy to grab a quick family photo on a weekend walk. Look for open shade near trees in the hour before sunset.
Prenatal care in town, delivery at Clear Lake
HCA Houston Healthcare Mainland in Texas City has a Women’s Center for prenatal care, and its labor, delivery and newborn care happen at sister hospital HCA Houston Healthcare Clear Lake in Webster (HCA Houston Healthcare). Fresh 48 photos happen in the first two days, in the hospital or at home. Put your hospital in your inquiry and I’ll tell you what I can do.
Sessions
Photos for every age, from the bump to the teenage years
Maternity
Pregnancy photos outside, at a spot within 15 miles of my Richwood studio. You can book them alone or add them to another session. See maternity sessions
Fresh 48
The first 48 hours with your baby, photographed in the hospital room or at home. See Fresh 48
Newborn
In the Richwood studio, with classic posing and soft, organic tones that still feel modern. Spots are limited, so start asking in your second trimester. See newborn sessions
Family
At your home or an outdoor spot, with everyone in the photo, you included. See family sessions
Practice at home
Phone photo tips for Texas City parents
- At the Dike playground, shoot from low, at your kid’s eye level, and keep the wind at your back.
- On a Nessler Park walk, stop in the shade of a tree an hour before sunset for one family photo.
- Bring the hospital bag photo list: tiny hands, feet, the name card and the going-home outfit.
- At home, turn off the overhead light and set the baby near a window that isn’t in direct sun.
- Take one picture of yourself holding the baby every day. Ask your partner, or prop the phone on a shelf with the timer.
Where I work
Texas City families and my Richwood studio
I photograph from my home studio in Richwood, in Brazoria County, by appointment. Newborn sessions happen there. For Fresh 48 and family photos, tell me where you are in Texas City and which hospital you’re using, and I’ll let you know what works.
Maternity sessions are outdoors at a spot within 15 miles of the studio.
Nearby towns: La Marque, Dickinson, San Leon, Hitchcock. See every town I serve.
Studio: 239 Stuart St, Richwood, TX 77531 (by appointment)
Phone: 409-392-6844
Questions
Texas City parents ask me
How much does a session cost?
Pricing is shared by inquiry. Tell me the session you want and your due date or family size, and I’ll send the details.
Where do the sessions happen?
Newborn sessions are in the Richwood studio. Fresh 48 is at the hospital or at home. Family sessions can be at your home or outdoors, and maternity sessions are outdoors within 15 miles of the studio.
When should I book?
For newborn photos, reach out in your second trimester. Spots are limited and usually booked months ahead.
Can we do family photos at the Dike?
Family sessions can be at your home or an outdoor location. Put the spot you have in mind in your inquiry and I’ll let you know what works.
I'm delivering at HCA Clear Lake. Can I still get Fresh 48 photos?
Fresh 48 happens in the hospital or at home in the first two days. Put your hospital and due date in your inquiry and I’ll tell you what I can do.
What if my toddler melts down?
It happens. I have more than 15 years of experience and aim for a safe, fun and relaxing session. One client said I was “very patient” and “did not rush the session at all.”
Can I print my photos?
Yes. Your digital gallery of edited images lets you download, share the high-resolution files and order prints.
Ready to capture these days before they're gone?
Send me your due date or family size and the session you’re after. I’ll reply with dates and pricing.