Because celebrating your family matters.

We’re not just taking photos. We are capturing a moment in time. A feeling that is all too fleeting. So let’s have some FUN!

When you’re in it, parenting isn’t always pretty. But let’s make a reason to spend an hour playing with your kids, loving on your partner, enjoying being a family.

Meredith McKee Ruth is a PNW maternity, newborn and family photographer capturing joyful and genuine moments for playful, loving families.

MEET MEREDITH

About Me

As a mama of two, I get it. And let me tell you, these family photos are truly priceless.

Your babies will never be this little again. Let me show you your wonderful family through my eyes.

I am for: genuine smiles, tickle fights, personality, playing chase, slobbery dogs, creativity & being yourself.

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Let’s work together!

Seattle Family, Maternity, and Newborn Photographer

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Maternity

Pregnancy photos are a celebration of anticipation and joy. Capturing your family before you add a new member to your crew! Typically taken around 32-34wks pregnant.

Newborn

Congratulations on your little one! These first weeks as a family are a blur. Newborn photos help you remember how tiny they once were! Typically taken around 2-4wks old.

Family

Capture the magical season your family is in. The giggles, the play, the chaos. Locations throughout Seattle and the surrounding area. Mini and Full Sessions available.

Branding

I am so passionate about supporting small businesses, creatives and solo-preneurs. I love being able to use my skills as a photographer to help others tell their story and showcase their expertise!

Book a branding or mini headshot session to get fresh images for your own website, social media and marketing materials.

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The process: What to expect

Working Together

Book Online

I make it easy to see my availability, and book your session right online! Choose your session type, pay your deposit and sign your contract. That’s it!

Have Fun

Come to your session ready to have FUN and love on your family! Let the parenting worries go. I’ll wrangle the kids (and the dogs)!

Enjoy Your Photos

Your session fee includes all of your best images in an online gallery - edited, with download + printing rights! Easy peasy.

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Meredith immediately made both my husband and I feel at ease with her laid-back, down-to-earth personality. She doesn't make you feel like you're at a photo shoot - she makes you feel like you're hanging out with a friend. And the pictures show it; they look completely natural and unforced.

Lindsey
My daughter was a moody 2-year-old at both of my shoots, and Meredith captured beautiful, natural shots of her. You can tell when you meet Meredith, not only is she a talented and experienced photographer, she is also an awesome person.

Liezl
Meredith had lots of tips to help us prepare and assured us that we’d get great photos even if the baby was fussy or needed to pause to feed. I will treasure these photos forever!

Rachel
Meredith was a wizard at finding the best corners of our home, making them look beautiful (when in reality, it was quite untidy), and capturing precious moments with our sweet babe. She also did a great job at incorporating our dog into both shoots!

Liz

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Stay In The Loop

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Community

They say “it takes a village”.. but who exactly is that village? I am so proud to be the Director of Community for The Heybrook - a incredible community in person (in Kirkland and in Seattle) and online, for parents during pregnancy, postpartum and beyond.

Come join us for a coffee in the baby-friendly lounge, attend a messy sensory class with your little one, and connect with our team of expert providers. We are building that village and you don’t have to parent alone.

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