frequently asked questions for Newborn, Child, Senior & Family Photography in Boise, Idaho

Tiffany Hix Photography is a full-service portrait studio based in Boise, Idaho, specializing in family, newborn, baby milestone, child, and senior photography. With over 20 years of experience serving Boise families since 2006, Tiffany is known for her kid-led philosophy, modern classic style, and a relaxed, guided process that makes sessions feel effortless — even with the youngest and most reluctant little ones.

Tiffany has been proudly serving Boise families since 2006. She holds a Master of Photography degree from Professional Photographers of America (earned in 2019), has been recognized as an international award-winning photographer, and has been voted Best Boise Family Photographer. Her work has been featured in Rangefinder Magazine, Professional Photographer Magazine, and American Girl.

The studio is located at 1524 S. Vista Ave., Ste. 1, Boise, ID 83705, in the Historic Hoppie Building on the Boise Bench. Studio sessions are by appointment only. Office hours are Tuesday through Friday, 10am–5pm. Reach Tiffany by phone at 208-361-3003.

Both! Tiffany’s light-filled Boise portrait studio is designed specifically for family, newborn, child, and senior sessions. She also photographs on-location throughout Boise, Eagle, Meridian, and the surrounding Treasure Valley. During your pre-session consultation, she’ll help you decide which setting best fits your vision and how your portraits will be displayed in your home.

Tiffany primarily serves Boise, Meridian, Eagle, Nampa, and the greater Treasure Valley area. Outdoor sessions take place at a variety of beautiful locations including the MK Nature Center, Ann Morrison Park, local orchards, and other scenic spots throughout the valley.

Families return to Tiffany’s studio year after year because the experience feels genuinely different — unhurried, joyful, and thoughtfully guided from start to finish. Her kid-led philosophy means even the most camera-shy children end up with beautiful, authentic images. Because she limits her monthly session count, every family receives her full, undivided attention and an experience that feels personal and special.

Tiffany Hix Photography offers family sessions, newborn sessions, baby milestone sessions (including sitter and first birthday/cake smash), child sessions, high school senior portrait sessions, and maternity sessions. She also offers First Year Collections that document your baby’s entire first year across multiple milestone sessions.

Tiffany’s style is modern classic — technically refined images with beautiful, true-to-life color and thoughtful detail. Her goal is to create timeless portraits that remain beautiful for decades, rather than trendy looks that may feel dated years from now. Connection is always at the center of every session: genuine smiles, real moments, and the love that makes your family uniquely yours.

Kid-led photography means the session follows the child’s energy, comfort level, and personality — not forced poses or performances. Tiffany has a natural gift for connecting with children of all ages and temperaments. Her gentle, playful approach lets kids feel completely at ease, which is what produces the genuine smiles and real moments parents treasure most.

Yes! Tiffany loves capturing extended family sessions. Because these involve larger groups and additional coordination, extended family sessions have different booking fees than standard family sessions. Reach out to inquire about availability and pricing.

No — Tiffany retired from wedding photography more than a decade ago to focus exclusively on family, newborn, child, and senior portrait work. She is fully dedicated to providing an exceptional portrait experience for the Boise families she serves.

Pets are part of the family! Mention it when you inquire and Tiffany will be happy to discuss including your dog in your outdoor session. Furry family members often make for some of the most joyful, memorable images.

Tiffany offers two session types. The Signature Session has a booking fee starting at $300 (weekday), and most Signature families invest $1,500–$4,500+ in their custom portraits and artwork. The Simplicity Session has a booking fee of $150 (weekday studio), and most families invest $700–$1,500+ in their artwork and digital images. Weekend and extended family booking fees differ. Booking fees do not include prints, products, or digital images — those are selected at your ordering appointment.

Start by reaching out through the contact form at tiffanyhix.com or by calling 208-361-3003 during office hours (Tuesday–Friday, 10am–5pm). Tiffany limits the number of sessions she takes each month to ensure every family receives her full, undivided attention — so early booking is strongly recommended.

For fall sessions (Tiffany’s busiest season), booking 3–4 months ahead is recommended. For spring, summer, and winter sessions, 1–2 months is typically sufficient. Last-minute? Reach out anyway — she’ll always do her best to fit you in.

The booking fee reserves your date and covers Tiffany’s creative time, a pre-session planning consultation, and a design and ordering appointment after your session. Prints, products, albums, wall galleries, and digital images are selected and purchased separately.

Yes! Every collection includes the option for digital images alongside printed artwork, albums, and wall galleries. During your design appointment, Tiffany will help you find the perfect mix of products to fit your home and the way you want to enjoy your portraits.

Tiffany provides personalized wardrobe guidance after you book. In general, coordinating colors (rather than perfectly matching outfits) in soft, muted tones photograph beautifully. Avoid large logos or busy patterns. The goal is for your outfits to complement each other and reflect your family’s natural style — so your portraits feel timeless. She’ll walk you through everything before your session.

Rain happens in Boise! If your outdoor session is impacted by weather, Tiffany will work with you to reschedule or transition to a studio session depending on your session type and availability. She communicates proactively if weather looks like a concern.

This is the number one concern parents bring up before their session — and one Tiffany hears almost every time. With over 20 years of experience photographing children, she has seen it all and has plenty of tricks. Her kid-led approach works with your children’s personalities, not against them. She always gets genuine, beautiful images — even from the most reluctant little ones.

Boise has incredible variety for portraits. Popular locations include the MK Nature Center, Ann Morrison Park, the Boise Depot, local orchards in Eagle and Caldwell, the Old Penitentiary grounds, and the Linen District. During your consultation, Tiffany will help you choose a spot that matches your style and complements how you’ll display your portraits at home.

Book during your second trimester to guarantee your spot. Tiffany will hold your due date, and once baby arrives — whether early or late — simply call or text to schedule. Newborn sessions are ideal between 1–2 weeks old, though she photographs babies up to 6 weeks.

Plan for 2–3 hours. The pace is completely baby-led, with time built in for feeding, soothing, and diaper changes. There is absolutely no rush — you love on your baby, and Tiffany takes care of everything else.

Absolutely! Tiffany loves including the whole family in newborn sessions. Siblings are typically photographed first while they’re fresh and happy, then given a break while the session focuses on baby. Images of the whole family together in those early days are something you’ll treasure forever.

Yes! The First Year Collection documents your baby across multiple milestone sessions — typically newborn, a sitter session around 6 months, and a first birthday session with optional cake smash. Maternity can also be added to start the story before baby arrives.

Yes! Maternity sessions are available paired with a newborn session or First Year Collection. Tiffany loves helping mamas document this incredible season — you’re growing a human, and that deserves to be beautifully remembered.

Tiffany’s favorite milestone window is 6 months to one year, before babies start walking. At this stage, babies are developing big personalities, still have those adorable rolls, and are easier to pose. Popular milestones include the sitter stage (6–7 months), standing and cruising (9–10 months), and first birthday.

After your session, you’ll schedule a design and ordering appointment at the studio. Tiffany will guide you through selecting your favorite images and designing the perfect portrait products for your home — from fine art prints and heirloom albums to custom gallery walls. She makes this process thoughtful, personal, and enjoyable.

Yes — and this is one of the things that makes the Tiffany Hix Photography experience uniquely special. From your very first consultation, Tiffany thinks about how your portraits will live in your home. She connects location choices and session direction to how the final artwork will look on your walls, creating a truly cohesive and intentional end result.

Absolutely. Tiffany believes deeply in the power of printed portraits. She offers fine art prints, custom framing, gallery wall design, and heirloom albums — all created to be displayed and treasured for generations, not stored on a hard drive and forgotten.

You can reach Tiffany through the contact form, by calling 208-361-3003, or by stopping in during office hours (Tuesday–Friday, 10am–5pm). The studio is located at 1524 S. Vista Ave., Ste. 1, Boise, ID 83705. Studio visits are by appointment only.