Capturing Love, Celebrating Life
Serving Families Across Central Virginia
Hello! I’m Liz Cook: a professional photographer with nearly two decades of experience. As a Lynchburg-based newborn and family photographer, I’m honored to work with families throughout Central Virginia. Whether you’re celebrating your first pregnancy, welcoming a new baby, or updating family portraits, I create timeless images that preserve your most meaningful seasons of life.
Whether you choose a cozy studio session, a relaxed in-home shoot, or golden-hour portraits outdoors, my goals is to help you feel confident and provide photographs that become family heirlooms.
Photography Services I Offer:
Maternity
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Maternity Photography
Lynchburg Maternity Photography
Elegant studio and outdoor sessions that highlight your glow and growing bond.Roanoke Maternity Photography
Scenic mountain backdrops and relaxed, natural sessions tailored to your story.Charlottesville Maternity Photography
Fine art portraits in the heart of Virginia’s most charming city.
Newborn
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Newborn Photography
Lynchburg Newborn Photography
Cozy, baby-led sessions in my Forest, VA studio or the comfort of your home.Roanoke Newborn Photography
Lifestyle and posed newborn portraits designed to capture your baby’s earliest days.Charlottesville Newborn Photography
Timeless images with a soft, organic style perfect for nursery walls and heirloom albums.
Milestones
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Baby Milestone Photography
Your baby changes so much in the first year. From first smiles to sitting up, crawling, and celebrating one year, milestone sessions capture the little details you never want to forget. My Lynchburg studio and outdoor location options are the perfect setting for documenting your baby’s story.
Families
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Family Photography
I also offer family photography sessions throughout Central Virginia, including Bedford, Amherst, Campbell, Appomattox, Farmville, and Evington. Each session is crafted to feel relaxed, fun, and true to your family’s personality.
Timeless portraits made easy for expectant families—especially busy moms, first‑time moms, and those who’ve waited & hoped.
Meet your Lynchburg, Virginia Newborn Photographer!
Liz is a featured artist at both Centra Medical Group Women's Center and the Trillium Birth Center and has received multiple awards and recognitions since beginning her photography career in 2007.
For over 18 years, Liz has enjoyed the privilege of providing families around the country with timeless and priceless images to help tell their own stories to future generations. Her intuition and creative perspective allow her to connect both professionally and personally with her subjects, and thus, her portfolio is saturated with authentic emotion.
What Clients Are Saying About Their Liz Cook Photography Experience
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Over 90 Reviews say Liz Cook Photography is Excellent!
“Liz was professional, kind, and well organized. It’s clear that she has been in the photo industry for a while & she knows what she is doing in every which way. My photos turned out beautiful and timeless and now I get to cherish them for a lifetime.”
“Liz was so amazing to work with! I felt completely prepared… Liz was able to pose my daughter beautifully. She was so calming and kind to me and made the session a relaxing morning which doesn’t happen much when you have a new baby. The photos Liz provided are so beautiful and exactly what I was hoping for. Liz has a gift with babies and I will be hiring her again for our families future photography needs.”
“We absolutely loved working with Liz for my son’s newborn and 6-month milestone photos! She took the sweetest pictures in our home during those precious newborn days. Her studio in Forest, VA is also perfect for whatever your vision is! She is so well organized, always had our photos ready quickly, and was a joy to work with!”
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“When I arrived for our newborn session, I felt so cared for. I was pampered by the makeup artist, while Liz took pictures of my newborn alone. She took care of everything... she got photos of 4 boys (including a toddler and newborn) with ease, and made the experience so positive for us all. Her studio was so welcoming and every detail was extremely well thought out. This session was everything I’ve dreamed of and more.”
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Additional Information
Awards, Memberships & Trainings
International Association of Professional Birth Photographers, Owner 2019-2024
Virginia Birth Photographers, Founder
Certified Professional Birth Photographers, Certification received in 2021
Childbirth International, Doula Certification Training in 2020 ToLabor, Doula Certification Training in 2013
locations serviced
Liz Cook Photography works out of Forest, Virginia and serves the Central Virginia area including Lynchburg, Bedford, Roanoke, Amherst, Campbell, Evington, Charlottesville, Appomattox and Farmville.
Professional Connections
I’ve had the honor of working in and/or alongside the following practices:
I am honored to have my work displayed at CMG Women’s Services.