January 12, 2017

Liz Cook

The Studio, Recent Work

Lynchburg Newborn Pictures All the way from Alexandria

January 12, 2017

Liz Cook

The Studio, Recent Work

Lynchburg Newborn Pictures All the way from Alexandria

I had the honor of meeting this family for their maternity session back in October. Imagine how excited I was to receive an email from them about shooting their newborn session! I'll be honest, as we wrapped up their maternity session, I gave them a genuine recommendation to find a different photographer closer to home for their newborn session. Traveling 4 hours with a newborn can be challenging and I wanted to help them find beautiful images without having to make that trip.

But, they refused! :)

December 7, 2016

Liz Cook

Families, Children, The Studio, Recent Work, Mommy and Me

Lynchburg Mommy & Me Session | Jayna & Evan

December 7, 2016

Liz Cook

Families, Children, The Studio, Recent Work, Mommy and Me

This mommy and me session photographed here in my studio near Lynchburg, VA reminded me why I do what I do. The connections captured in these images reignited my passion for this amazing work that I do and helped me reach my "click point" here in the new studio space. I can't wait to photograph more mamas and their babies together!

Both Jayna and Evan are wearing tops from the studio wardrobe which is available to all clients.

Enjoy a few of my favorite pictures from our time together in the studio!

When you take away distractions and simply let a baby be... the beauty of their personality and the connection they share with their people is enough to create the most beautiful art. I am in love!

Mama and baby clothing are both from the studio wardrobe. If you'd like for me to capture the genuine connection you share with your little one, please do not hesitate to get in touch!

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Large Family Session at The Field Location | Lynchburg Family Photographer

Large, extended family sessions are a common request two times of the year: Summer (families vacationing nearby at Smith Mountain Lake) and around the holidays (Thanksgiving and Christmas weeks). My preference is always to do them in the winter and that’s for one major reason: Sunset times are much earlier in the day during the winter months. This allows us to take advantage of more energy and less exhausted kiddos than we typically find during a summer sunset session.

1st Birthday Milestone Session | Lynchburg Baby Photographer

I loved spending time with Baby M, her mom, dad, and big brother. They celebrated her first birthday in style! She wore a sweet pink‑striped jumper and a pink bow, and ended the session with the fun, messy, adorable “cake smash” moment.

Lynchburg Fall Family Sessions | Central Virginia Family Photographer

These fall family pictures at Three Oaks Manor capture five beautiful families enjoying golden light, laughter, and connection across this stunning Amherst County property. From cozy snuggles in front of the Three Oaks greenhouse to playful portraits around the open fields, every image reflects the warmth of autumn in Central Virginia. If you’ve been searching for family pictures near Lynchburg, these highlights will show you exactly why Three Oaks Manor has become one of my favorite locations for family photography.

Why Back-to-School Portraits Matter More Than You Think | Lynchburg Family Photographer

The first day of school always seems to sneak up on us. One minute, your little one is chasing bubbles in the backyard, and the next, you’re packing backpacks and sharpening pencils for a brand-new school year. Those first-day jitters, oversized backpacks, and toothy grins are fleeting, but back to school portraits freeze those memories in time.

Tips for Your Best Summer Family Pictures in Lynchburg, Virginia

Of all the seasons in a year, I find summer to be the most challenging to work in. There are multiple reasons why, some of which include a later sunset time (not the most ideal for young children), the heat (and sweat beads and discomfort of my clients), and of course the risk of bugs, too. Most local photographers will tell you, summer simply is not the most comfortable season to be planning an outdoor portrait session.

Our 8th Annual Santa Experience 2024 | Central Virginia Santa Pictures

One of my favorite events of the entire busy holiday season is our very own Santa Experience here at Liz Cook Photography where we offer Santa Pictures in a personal, private setting here in Central Virginia. For multiple days in a row, my team and I get to watch magic unfold before our eyes as children enjoy one-on-one conversations with Santa in the privacy of our studio.

Fall Family Mini Session Round Up | Lynchburg Family Photographer

Every year I have the privilege of getting to reconnect with families during the Fall Portrait Season. For three to four weeks every October/November I squeeze in as many sessions as possible and I love hearing all the life updates from my repeat clients at every one of them. I especially love when I get to meet NEW faces and capture new families!

Why I Love Being a Central Virginia Photographer

What To Wear for Fall Family Photo Sessions | Lynchburg Family Photographer

As the crisp air settles over Lynchburg and the leaves turn into a golden masterpiece, families across Central Virginia are gathering for one of my favorite times of the year—fall family photo sessions. As a Lynchburg family photographer with nearly 20 years of experience, I’ve learned that one of the most impactful ways to ensure you love your final gallery is choosing your outfits with care. The right wardrobe not only elevates your portraits but also sets the tone for timeless images you’ll treasure for decades.

The Cox Family at Old City Cemetery | Lynchburg Family Pictures

This family holds a special place in my heart! Some of my Santa visitors may recognize Lauren as she often helps me during our Santa Experience weekend! I first met Lauren when her husband, Gerald, bought her a mini session as a gift to capture the season of life when their oldest daughter, Hailey, was just a toddler! Since then (9 years?!), I have had the honor of not only photographing more of their life’s special events, but also growing closer to their family! Our husbands are friends, our children are friends, and we and have even been on a few vacations together. They are truly a gift. <3

Liz Cook is a wedding, family and birth photographer in Central Virginia. She loves to photograph emotional and discreet birth stories, the details of parenthood, and fun and easygoing couples in love.

October 11, 2016

Liz Cook

Newborn, The Studio, Recent Work

Lynchburg Studio Photographer First Newborn Session In The Studio

October 11, 2016

Liz Cook

Newborn, The Studio, Recent Work

Lynchburg Studio Photographer First Newborn Session In The Studio

As my birth photography business began really growing, I started receiving more and more requests for maternity, newborn, and baby portraits. I wanted to figure out a way I could streamline and systemize these types of sessions. I started looking at studio spaces outside of my home and let my imagination really run wild!

Fast forward a few months without many decisions made; Stephanie contacted me about shooting her newborn session. However, she mentioned that they were in the process of moving and they didn't have a space available to shoot in. I had to brainstorm - quick! I decided to give my own space a try, grabbing a few extra tools at the very last minute to help manipulate the light as best as I could.

June 10, 2016

Liz Cook

motherhood, Maternity, Business Talk, The Studio, Recent Work

A Relaxed Maternity Session | Lynchburg Baby Photographer

June 10, 2016

Liz Cook

motherhood, Maternity, Business Talk, The Studio, Recent Work

A Relaxed Maternity Session | Lynchburg Baby Photographer

It could be the beautiful model, the all-white room, or the understated dress she is wearing... or maybe it was simply the enthusiasm in the air that surrounded this whole experience... but this maternity session photographed at The Fount Workshop is, hands down, one of my favorites I have ever photographed. Watching Abany Bauer style this session left me so inspired and gave me more tools to use when approaching my own work, which I've already started to use.

May 31, 2016

Liz Cook

motherhood, Families, The Studio, Recent Work, Mommy and Me

Lynchburg Mommy & Me Studio Session | joanna and baby

May 31, 2016

Liz Cook

motherhood, Families, The Studio, Recent Work, Mommy and Me

This Mommy and Me session was photographed on-location in a beautiful rental property outside of Atlanta, GA. This session was styled by the talented Abany Bauer and hair and makeup was done by Molly Stilley. I had a wonderful time photographing Joanna and her sweet little girl and all of their tender moments together.

Here are a few of my favorites from our time together in Georgia:

Thanks to the incredible team that came together to make this happen:

Hair & Make-up: Molly Stilley
Styling: Abany Bauer, Brown Linen Design

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February 13, 2019

Foster & Charlotte’s Twin Milestone Session

February 13, 2019

Twins! Double the fun - for sure! I laughed so much during this session with Katie, Evan and their babies Foster and Charlotte. We photographed their milestone session in a field near the studio in Forest, Virginia. These sweet babies personalities are so different and if that’s not entertaining enough, each of them has the most adorable facial expressions that had me giggling nonstop! I couldn’t get enough of this sweet family and I really enjoyed our time together during their sunset session.

February 13, 2019

June 13, 2018

Gretna Virginia Baby Pictures | Peter's 6 Month Session

June 13, 2018

This sweet boy! He is just perfection!! His perfect skin and babydoll face, paired with his calm and relaxed demeanor... I mean I try not to have favorites, but if I did, this guy would be in the running for SURE! He was an absolute gem during his Six Month Milestone Session at the studio - not that I expected any less.

June 13, 2018

April 30, 2018

Lynchburg Baby Photographer | Eli's Milestone Session

April 30, 2018

I am so in love with this session!

This beautiful mama came to the studio early to have her makeup done by one of our exclusive makeup artists while her precious and happy baby boy sat contentedly in his carseat and observed all the happenings around him. Before she settled into the makeup chair, we went through a few different clothing options from the studio wardrobe and we narrowed down our options to the items you see below. Emily chose to style her own hair and all of the pieces of our preparation came together so beautifully!

April 30, 2018