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A candid family moment captured in a scenic park, where the parents gently hold their newborn, surrounded by soft natural light. The relaxed, natural posing highlights the bond between the family members in an outdoor setting, creating timeless memor
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A heartwarming moment as an older sister lovingly holds her newborn brother, capturing the family bond
A beautiful newborn boy natural baby session, capturing peaceful, natural essence.
A family portrait in neutral tones, featuring parents with their two children, including their newborn, in a relaxed studio setting.
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Newborn, Family, and Maternity Photography in Portland

Capturing your highly intimate and emotional moments

Welcome to Irina Smagina Photography!

I capture the special moments of newborns, families, and expectant moms in Portland, OR. Whether you prefer a cozy studio session, a relaxed in-home shoot, or an outdoor family session, I create timeless images that tell your unique story. With years of experience in natural newborn posing and lifestyle photography, I ensure each session is comfortable, personal, and tailored to you.

My style focuses on simplicity, allowing the natural beauty and connection to shine through in every image.

Services

  • Pregnant woman in a flowing dress, holding her belly during a maternity photoshoot.

    Maternity

    Maternity is a unique and beautiful journey filled with anticipation and love. These transformative moments deserve to be captured, so you can always remember the joy before your baby arrives. A maternity session celebrates this special chapter, creating timeless memories to cherish forever. Let’s document this incredible time and create beautiful, lasting images.

  • Newborn wrapped in white during natural baby-led posing session.

    Newborn

    These little ones bring a love we never thought possible. While we can’t stop time, we can capture those precious moments to treasure forever. I specialize in natural newborn posing in a calm and safe environment. Choose between a cozy studio session or a relaxed lifestyle photoshoot at home, and create timeless images you’ll cherish.

  • Family standing together in an outdoor park setting during a candid photography session.

    Family

    Remember to capture the growth of your family. Time flies, and soon they’ll be off on their own. Having these moments captured will let you cherish the memories of when they were young. I offer family photography sessions that focus on candid, heartfelt moments. Whether it’s an outdoor shoot or a cozy session at home, I’m here to create images that your family will treasure forever.

  • Baby enjoying a smash cake session, happily tasting and playing with the cake.

    Milestone

    These sessions are perfect for capturing special milestones—those first smiles, the excitement of sitting up, taking first steps, or celebrating a big first birthday. Each stage is a beautiful moment to treasure forever.

Irina Smagina newborn, maternity and family photographer

Hi, I’m Irina Smagina

I’m an easygoing person, eternal optimist, and coffee lover. I’m also a mother of three—though one of them is a teenager, so you won’t see him much on my Instagram feed! I love the Oregon and Portland vibes. Seven years ago, we unexpectedly moved here, and it was one of the coolest moments in my life!

Every New Year’s Eve, we have a family tradition of being somewhere far from home, usually in warm places (sometimes the countdown finds us on the road).

And yes, photography is my passion!

Why choose me?

  • Experience

    With over 14 years of experience, I specialize in capturing unforgettable memories for families. You can trust that each shot will be carefully crafted to bring joy every time you look back on it.

  • Timeless Photography

    Over the years, I’ve developed a unique, timeless photography style that doesn’t follow fleeting trends. Whether it’s newborn portraits, family sessions, or maternity shoots, my goal is to create lasting images that you will cherish for a lifetime.

  • Easygoing Session

    I believe that every photoshoot should be a relaxed, natural experience. Let’s make it fun and easygoing, so you and your family feel comfortable, whether it’s in my studio or at an outdoor location in Portland.

Family portrait in a cozy studio, with parents holding a newborn and two older brothers embracing their mom.

“Highly Recommend Irina for Newborn Photography! We had such an amazing experience with Irina as our newborn photographer. From the very beginning, her communication was excellent, and she was incredibly flexible when we had to reschedule due to the change in our baby's arrival. Irina provided us with plenty of information on how to prepare for the session and even gave thoughtful feedback on our family outfits, which really helped make the session feel seamless.
During the session, Irina was so patient and gentle with our baby, and when our little one had a small accident, she handled it like an absolute pro! She was also very patient with our two older boys, who are quite active, and managed to engage them beautifully. We ended up with stunning family photos that we'll cherish forever.
We received a lot of gorgeous pictures just a week after the session, and they exceeded all our expectations. I can't recommend Irina enough—she's truly fantastic!”

Serafima

"Irina was so patient and gentle with our baby, and she handled everything like a pro! We ended up with stunning family photos that exceeded all our expectations. Highly recommend her!..."

Worried your baby might be fussy during the session? Let me ease your mind—newborns are wonderfully unpredictable! One day they might sleep all day, and the next, they’re wide awake. And that’s completely okay. With plenty of experi
Tips to Keep It Easy! Preparing for your baby’s photoshoot doesn’t have to be stressful. Here are a few tips to help things go smoothly: ✨ Feed your baby before the session – A full tummy usually means a calm, sleepy baby, perfect
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I know how overwhelming those first few weeks with a newborn can be—the sleepless nights, figuring out breastfeeding, endless snuggles, and all those little details you never want to forget. That’s why I’m here to help you capture t
I’m in the middle of two weeks of back-to-back sessions - one week down, one to go! Honestly, I’m curious to see how I’ll manage it all. Mornings are for shooting, and the rest of the day is split between time with my kids, keeping
My goal is to keep the session as stress-free as possible! I have a lovely selection of dresses for moms, so there’s no need to worry about outfits. We go entirely at your baby’s pace, taking breaks whenever needed—if they’re
When’s the Best Time to Capture Your Newborn’s First Moments? The ideal time for newborn photos is within the first 5-15days. During this period, babies are extra sleepy and curl up naturally, making it perfect for those soft, cozy pose
Review time ✨ Absolutely loved working with Irina to capture my son’s 12 month milestone shoot. It was a great experience from top to bottom. I love her timeless and elegant photographic style. She was amazing at directing us to capture family
One of the most important parts of my work is making sure your baby is safe and comfortable throughout the session. I specialize in gentle, baby-led posing, always following your little one’s cues to keep everything natural and relaxed. This me
Hey, everyone! ✨ Since there are some new faces here, I thought I’d share a few random facts about myself so you can get to know me better! I’m a mom of three (ages 6, 11, and 17) and a newborn/family photographer with over 14 years of e

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