We are so proud to introduce the newest member to our family… our sweet baby boy, Rory. Rory Maurice is named in honor of my grandpa (and the little one’s great-grandpa) Maurice (our Poppy!) We are all completely in love!

Welcome Baby Rory!


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Stephanie Cotta is an award-winning newborn and family photographer based in St. Louis, Missouri. Stephanie is currently booking newborn sessions for the greater St. Louis, Missouri area through August of 2020. She is also booking destination newborn sessions nationwide (please inquire for details and pricing). Stephanie is also currently booking newborn, child and family sessions for the greater St. Louis, Missouri area through March of 2020.

Stephanie has proven to be one of the most successful and sought after photographers and educators in the industry. She hosts newborn mentoring workshops in her photography studio and also travels nationwide for newborn and mentoring sessions.

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Stephanie Cotta is an award-winning newborn and family photographer based in St. Louis, Missouri. Stephanie is currently booking newborn sessions for the greater St. Louis, Missouri area through August of 2020. She is also booking destination newborn sessions nationwide (please inquire for details and pricing). Stephanie is also currently booking child and family sessions for the greater St. Louis, Missouri area through August of 2020.

Stephanie has proven to be one of the most successful and sought after photographers and educators in the industry. She hosts newborn mentoring workshops in her photography studio and also travels nationwide for newborn and mentoring sessions.

Announcing the first of two special sessions I am introducing for 2020…

I am so excited to bring you my SCP Fresh Baby Sessions. I will come to the hospital or birthing center after baby has arrived and capture your baby’s first moments and all of those beautiful fresh baby features… these sessions can include just baby, parents, and/or siblings and will include your choice of 20 edited digital images.

[This introductory offer is only available on a limited number of sessions.]

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Stephanie Cotta is an award-winning newborn and family photographer based in St. Louis, Missouri. Stephanie has proven to be one of the most successful and sought after photographers and educators in the industry. She hosts newborn mentoring workshops in her photography studio and also travels nationwide for newborn and mentoring sessions.

Stephanie of Stephanie Cotta Photography and Ashley of A Family Affair Photography are beyond excited to bring this amazing newborn and family workshop experience to St. Louis.

The Details:
This all-encompassing workshop will cover absolutely everything and anything newborn and family photography related. The newborn portion workshop will focus on both studio and natural light photography, posed newborn images (prop and beanbag), and parent shots. The family portion workshop will focus on capturing connection over perfection during the golden hour. Learn how to truly photograph the raw and beautiful relationships of families and take your photography to the next level. Attendees will be able to shoot alongside Stephanie and Ashley! The day will conclude with post-processing instruction, business growth strategies and more. Dinner is included.

The Date:
Tuesday, September 17, 2019
9:15 am – 12:15 pm + 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm

The Details:
Attendees will receive Stephanie’s Mastering the Art of Newborn Photography E-Workshop and instructions to her post-processing for newborn sessions, Ashley’s unique post-processing actions for lifestyle sessions and offers from several newborn prop vendors!

The Reservation:
The cost of the workshop is $1200. A non-refundable deposit of $500 is due at the point of booking, The balance is due two weeks prior to your workshop date. To reserve your spot, send an email to info@stephaniecottaphotography.com. Please note that workshop attendees may not currently teach their own newborn mentoring and will not be allowed to teach their own newborn mentoring for twelve months from workshop date. Feel free to contact Stephanie with any questions!

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Stephanie Cotta is an award-winning newborn and family photographer based in St. Louis, Missouri. Stephanie has proven to be one of the most successful and sought after photographers and educators in the industry. She hosts newborn mentoring workshops in her photography studio and also travels nationwide for newborn and mentoring sessions.

St. Louis is beyond excited our St. Louis Blues are in the finals! The Stanley Cup finals are tied right now and we are looking for another big win on Thursday evening! I had to dig up this image from three years ago… one of my favorite images that incorporated Blues Hockey!

Let’s go Blues!


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Stephanie Cotta is an award-winning newborn and family photographer based in St. Louis, Missouri. Stephanie has proven to be one of the most successful and sought after photographers and educators in the industry. She hosts newborn mentoring workshops in her photography studio and also travels nationwide for newborn and mentoring sessions.

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