Elizabeth Studios

Elizabeth Studios · Portraiture

Portraits that feel like you.

Romantic, luminous photographs of the people and seasons you want to remember.

Tell me about your vision

Selected work

Stories in light

A refined blend of guided portraiture and the unplanned moments in between.

Editorial outdoor portrait in a flowing blue dress
Portraiture
Woman holding wild teasels in a softly lit field
Editorial portraiture
Couple embracing on a wooded bridge
Connection
Parents smiling down at their newborn baby
Family
Fitness entrepreneur posing confidently in a bright modern gym
Branding
Sleeping newborn baby photographed in soft natural light
Newborns
Couple laughing together beside a lake at sunset
Golden hour
Woman moving naturally through tall wild teasels
Movement
Couple and their dog sharing a baby announcement outdoors
Growing families
Motherhood portrait in warm golden light
Motherhood
Fitness entrepreneur framed by strength-training equipment in a modern gym
Personal branding
Close portrait of a couple embracing outdoors
The in-between
Expecting couple walking together while holding their ultrasound photographs
The next chapter
Luminous portrait of a woman in a pale green dress among wild teasels
Soft light
Couple beside a lake with the Elizabeth Studios monogram
Golden-hour stories
Expecting couple lying together and holding ultrasound photographs
The story begins

Find your session

Portrait sessions

Choose the time and setting that feel right for you.

Outdoor Portrait Session

A relaxed session for families, couples, seniors, maternity or individual portraits. Choose a Columbia-area setting and collaborate on styling and creative ideas.

60 minutes$250

30-Minute Outdoor Portrait Session

A focused session for families, couples, children or individual portraits. Choose Shelter Gardens, Bonnie View Nature Sanctuary or Stephens Lake Park.

30 minutes$200

Signature Studio Session

For maternity, personal branding, headshots or small families of up to four. Includes two outfits and 20 edited digital images, with more available to purchase.

60 minutes$300

Classic Studio Headshot

One outfit, one neutral backdrop and 5–6 professionally retouched images for your professional presence. Email to book this option.

20 minutes$175

Strawberry Hill Farms Fall Mini · October 4

A quick fall portrait session at Strawberry Hill Farms, perfect for a seasonal family photo or a few fresh portraits.

15 minutes$125

Need help deciding? My planning notes are just below.

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Let’s make it yours

Need help choosing?

Tell me what you’re imagining, even if it’s just a feeling or a favorite place. I’m happy to help you choose a session, plan your outfits and bring your ideas to life.

Tell me what you’re thinking

What to wear

Not sure what to wear? Start with an outfit you feel good in, and we can build the rest from there. I love soft neutrals like cream, ivory, tans and browns, but gentle pinks and blues are beautiful too. Navy can add a little depth. Your outfits don’t need to match perfectly; choose a few colors that feel good together and mix textures like knits, linen and denim. Comfort matters, especially if you’ll be walking, sitting or holding little ones. You’re always welcome to send me outfit photos. I’d be happy to help you choose.

A few combinations to try

Soft & romantic

  • Ivory
  • Tan
  • Soft pink

Classic & grounded

  • Cream
  • Navy
  • Brown

Light & relaxed

  • White
  • Soft blue
  • Denim

Bring a little story

A child’s favorite stuffed animal, ultrasound pictures or another meaningful item can make the photographs feel even more personal. I love finding a way to weave those details into your session.

Find your setting

Some of my favorite Columbia-area places for portraits are:

  • Shelter Gardens
  • Stephens Lake Park
  • Bonnie View Nature Sanctuary
  • Grindstone Nature Area
  • Nifong Park
  • MKT Trail near Forum Nature Area
  • Rock Bridge Memorial State Park
  • Stephens College campus
  • University of Missouri campus

Choose one of my favorite Columbia-area settings, or invite me to a location that’s meaningful to you. I can photograph you at home, on a campus or at another place you love. Travel outside Columbia may include an additional fee. Or come to my studio and choose from two neutral backdrops. We’ll find the setting that fits your story.