Mily Cooper Photography

Timeless Newborn & Maternity Photography in Los Angeles

Some moments in life are simply too precious to let them disappear.

The first time you hold your baby. The tiny fingers wrapped around yours. The sleepy expressions, the little toes, the way your newborn curls into your arms. The anticipation and excitement of waiting for someone you already love so deeply, even before you have met them.

These moments go by much too quickly.

My passion is to preserve them for you in beautiful, timeless photographs that will bring you back to this chapter of your life for years and generations to come.

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Thank you for considering me as your photographer !

Here are a few reasons why you would hire me as your photographer;​

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My experience

I have been a professional photographer since 2013, and I feel incredibly blessed to be able to make a living doing something I love so much. Over the past 13 years, I have had the honor of photographing more than 800 newborn babies, over 550 expectant mothers, and hundreds of families.

Every family has a different story, and every baby is completely unique. Being invited into such an intimate and meaningful time in a family's life is something I never take for granted.​

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My Love for Timeless Photography

My style is classic, elegant, and timeless.

I want your photographs to look just as beautiful 20 or 30 years from now as they do today. While trends come and go, I believe there is something incredibly special about photographs that feel authentic, beautiful, and timeless.

I have always been drawn to the little details.

Over the years, I have carefully collected beautiful newborn props, delicate fabrics, vintage-inspired pieces, and tiny treasures with interesting textures and character. I love finding that perfect little detail that makes an image feel special while keeping your baby at the heart of the photograph.

For me, creating a beautiful image isn't just about taking a picture. It is about creating something that feels personal, meaningful, and worthy of becoming a family heirloom.

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A Beautiful & Stress-Free Maternity Experience

Pregnancy is such an extraordinary season of life.

Your body is changing, your family is growing, and you are preparing to meet someone who will change your world forever. I want your maternity session to be a time when you can slow down, feel beautiful, and simply enjoy this incredible moment. To make the experience as easy and enjoyable as possible, I have curated a collection of more than 100 beautiful maternity gowns over the years. Each gown has been selected with care, giving my clients many different styles and looks to choose from. You don't have to worry about finding the perfect dress or spend hours shopping before your session. I will help you choose the gowns that make you feel beautiful and confident, so you can simply relax and enjoy the experience.

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A Private Studio in Woodland Hills

My private home studio is located in Woodland Hills, and I serve families throughout Los Angeles and Ventura Counties.

The studio is designed to provide a comfortable, intimate environment where we can take our time and focus on what matters most—your family and your baby.

And because I love the outdoors just as much as I love my studio, I also photograph families and maternity sessions throughout some of the beautiful outdoor locations in Southern California.

The mountains, golden light, open fields, and gorgeous sunsets around us provide an incredible backdrop for photographs that feel romantic, natural, and full of emotion.

We are truly lucky to have so much beauty around us.

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Experience You Can Feel Good About

After photographing hundreds of newborns, I have learned that every baby has their own personality.

Some babies sleep peacefully through their entire session. Others need more cuddles, feeding breaks, soothing, or simply a little extra time. And that's okay. There is never a rush. Your baby's comfort and safety always come first.

Newborn photography requires much more than knowing how to create a beautiful photograph. It requires experience, patience, an understanding of newborn anatomy and posing, and extensive knowledge of safe newborn handling.

 

Invest in Education

Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of training in person with some of the most respected newborn and maternity photographers in the world, including Luisa Dunn, Kelly Brown, Elise Gow, Marta Ponsko, Diana Robles, and others.

I continue to invest in my education every year because I believe we never stop learning. I have been a member of Portrait Masters and have attended numerous professional conventions, workshops, and educational events.

I am constantly learning, growing, and challenging myself to become a better photographer and to provide an even better experience for the families who trust me.

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Recognized for My Work

Mily Cooper Photography has been recognized by Expertise as one of the Top 20 Best Newborn Photographers in Santa Monica and the greater Los Angeles area for 2016 through 2026.

I have also been recognized among the top maternity photographers on Yelp in the San Fernando Valley and Los Angeles for many years.

I am truly humbled by these recognitions and grateful to be included among so many incredibly talented photographers.

But honestly, the greatest reward is something much simpler:

When a family comes back to me with their second baby.

When a newborn I photographed years ago comes back for a milestone session. When a client tells me that a photograph hanging in their home is one of their most treasured possessions.

Those are the moments that remind me why I chose this profession.

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Because They Grow So Fast

Custom photography is an investment, without a doubt. But so are the things we value most in life. And there is something about having a baby that makes time feel especially fast.

One day you are holding that tiny newborn in your arms, and before you know it, they are smiling, laughing, getting their first teeth, crawling, walking, and running through your house.

You will forget some of the little details. You may forget exactly how tiny their hands were. You may forget the little crease in their wrist or the way their eyelashes rested on their cheeks when they slept.

But when you look at your photographs years from now, you will remember.

You will remember how it felt to hold them. You will remember how little they were. You will remember the love.

And someday, your children will be able to look at these photographs and see themselves as you saw them from the very beginning—deeply loved, completely cherished, and absolutely precious.

That is why I believe photography is so much more than beautiful pictures.

It is about preserving a piece of your family's history. It is about creating something you can hold onto when these moments are long gone. It is about creating heirlooms that will be loved not only by you, but by your children and grandchildren.

 

Thank You

Thank you for being here, for taking the time to learn a little about me, and for considering Mily Cooper Photography for such an important chapter in your family's life.

I know there are many talented photographers you could choose from, and I am genuinely honored that you are considering me.

My hope is that when you leave your session, you won't just have beautiful photographs.

I hope you leave feeling that you were cared for, that your baby was safe and loved, and that this beautiful moment in your life was truly seen and preserved.

I would be incredibly honored to tell your family's story.