About Us

Fine Art Maternity, Newborn & Family Photographer Serving Pasadena & Los Angeles Area

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Pasadena Maternity, Newborn & Family Photographer 

Hello and welcome to Nestled in Time Photography, your Pasadena maternity, newborn and family photographers, serving the entire Los Angeles area!

Welcome to Nestled in Time Photography! I’m Joanna Law, and my passion for preserving the beautiful memoris of motherhood and the first days of newborns stems from my own journey as a mother. Every photograph I take is infused with the love and joy I feel when I look at my children.

As an award-winning photographer with Portrait Masters and RISE International Photography Awards, I pride myself on delivering magazine-worthy images. My recent recognition in the top 20 for newborn photography reflects my commitment to excellence and my dedication to capturing those perfect moments.

I am also certified in newborn safety for photography, ensuring that your little one is always in the safest hands. Additionally, I am a certified newborn and photography educator by Ana Brandt. Ana Brandt is a world-renowned maternity and newborn photographer who has set the industry standard for excellence and safety. Being certified by her means I have undergone rigorous training and adhere to the highest standards in the field.

To further ensure the utmost safety of your baby during our sessions, my husband, Bao Nguyen, assists me. His presence and support provide an extra layer of care and efficiency, allowing us to focus on creating beautiful and safe experiences for your family.

Our chic, clean, and comfortable studio in historic Old Town Pasadena, just a block away from the Tournament of Roses – world famous Rose Parade route, is designed with new parents in mind. From the moment you step in, you’ll feel the warmth and care we put into every detail. We encourage parents to make an appointment to stop in for a tour and enjoy a hassle-free in-person consultation. See for yourself the cozy, private space where your memories will be crafted into fine art family heirlooms. 

At Nestled in Time Photography, we go beyond taking pictures. We create a personalized experience that incorporates your family’s unique style, hobbies, and heirlooms. Hear from Cara C., one of our clients: ‘[Joanna and Bao] are so patient, so kind and really go above and beyond for their clients! They treat you like you are family! You can tell they LOVE what they do!

Don’t miss out on this exclusive opportunity. With limited sessions available each month, book your session today to ensure a personalized and unforgettable experience. Let’s create timeless pieces of art that you’ll treasure forever.

Award-winning newborn photographer in Pasadena with a child, showcasing baby photography props and setups. Professional newborn photography studio with vibrant and cozy atmosphere.
A family portrait in a festive holiday setting featuring a mother, father, and young son. The mother, wearing a pink dress, is seated on an elegant chair with her son on her lap, while the father stands behind them. The background includes Christmas decorations, a fireplace, and a Christmas tree. Family holiday pose idea shown.

Why should you trust us with your precious newborn’s portraits?

Certification badge for baby safety by Ana Brandt
Ana Brandt Baby Clinic Training Badge
Ana Brandt Baby Clinic Training Badge
Both Bao and I have Bachelors and Masters of Science degrees (chemistry and microbiology respectively) and thus we value education. While there are no universities that offer degrees in our passion of newborn and family photography, we’ve turned to the best in the industry for our educational experience.

Our Qualifications

Here are a few of the steps we’ve taken to ensure a safe experience for your and gorgeous images:

  • We’ve taken posing and safety classes by the world renowned, awarding winning newborn photographer and Canon Master, Kelly Brown.
  • We’ve been mentored one-on-one with Southern California renowned newborn photographer, Stevie Cruz Photography.
  • We continue our newborn photography education with world-renowned photographer and photography mentor, Ana Brandt.
  • We’ve also taken a newborn handling and safety class at Huntington Memorial Hospital.
  • We’re participants of an online newborn photography safety community, American Association of Newborn Photography Safety, AANPS.
  • Via AANPS, we participate in discussions regarding newborn safety concerns with other professional photographers to stay on top of all the latest safety skills for newborn photographers.
  • We are up to date on our flu, DTAP, tetanus, and hepatitis vaccinations.
  • Our studio is cleaned before and after every newborn session.
  • All wraps, props, and covers are also cleaned as necessary and after every session.
Belly Baby magazine cover with photo of newborn baby sleeping
Belly Baby magazine cover of pregnant woman in lingerie

Professionalism and Safety, Our Priority

We’ve done everything possible to ensure that your precious baby is safe in our hands (because as parents ourselves, we know the importance of infant safety).

Do you have questions about something that we didn’t cover above? Please ask! We’re happy to answer any questions that you might have before, during, and after your newborn photography session.

Now that you know a little about us personally and the efforts that we take in order to keep your child safe, we invite you to take a look at our most recent work and please connect with us when you’re ready to schedule your photography session.

Warmly,
Joanna and Bao

Mentoring session with maternity photographer Ana Brandt

Fine art maternity and newborn portraits studio in Pasadena, serving clients from all local cities in the Los Angeles area:

San Marino, South Pasadena, Glendale, Montrose, Burbank, Highland Park, Monrovia, Sierra Madre, Arcadia, Alhambra, San Gabriel, Temple City, and more.

Ready to book a consultation for a newborn, maternity, children or family photo session?