The 11 Best Family Photographers in Las Vegas

Heather K.’s signature style as a family photographer is putting an unconventional spin on traditional portraiture. Though Heather certainly shoots staged scenes and searches out moments of idealized beauty, she is just as committed to letting candid, real-life moments happen among her subjects. To do so, she goes the extra mile when it comes to creative collaborations.

Stylistically, Heather employs a good deal of deep spacing and widely framed compositions. She also works in both black and white and color. Aside from her family portfolio, she handles plenty of newborn, wedding, and high school senior photo projects. Plus, she can turn your portrait photography into beautiful keepsakes like canvas wall art. All the better to treasure for eternity!

Christian Purdie makes no apologies for taking such deep inspiration from the culture and physical landscape of his native Vegas. Since beginning his professional photography career in the late 1990s, he’s earned a highly reputation for discovering distinctively Las Vegas shooting locations.

Christian’s diverse skill set and studio capabilities also allow him to work on corporate, wedding, and headshot shoots easily. However, his on-location family photography stands out for the humanity and warmth that he captures in each frame. Whether shooting against a fading desert sunset or a graffiti-adorned alleyway within the heart of the city, Christian is a perfect choice for local clients searching for emotional images that capture the power of setting. 

Many photographers on our list wear their Las Vegas credentials on their sleeves. However, Sharon Wai stands out for embracing a more cosmopolitan, international tone in her work. Born in Taipei, raised in British Columbia, and a resident in recent years of both American East Coast and West Coast states, Sharon likes to create images that possess timeless, almost mystical qualities.

Dark tones, tons of variety, and unconventional spacing are frequent stylistic choices. We also adore her wider-angle frames that emphasize all that’s happening at the edge of photos. Aside from our publication, Expertise also named Sharon one of the top family photographers in Las Vegas 2022. A glance through her beautiful portfolio and you’ll see why.

Shiran Mariasov of MBF Photography has a steady stream of attention within the Greater Las Vegas area for her family portraiture expertise. Though adept at newborn and maternity photography on location, Shiran is best known for her family photography within MBF’s studio. There, she consistently creates emotional images of the highest caliber, utilizing more than a hundred different backdrops and props. She has also worked as a makeup artist for production companies, giving her extra authority when it comes to styling.

Check out Shiran’s website (and portfolio!) to see all of the awards her photography studio garnishes.

One of the things we love about Jamie Rubeis is how she infuses her traditional, on-location portrait work with documentary and fine-art photography elements. She also makes it all seem deceptively easy to pull off. Jamie prefers natural moments over staged shots. She also frequently uses solid shadows and dark tones even as she captures frames that convey lighthearted emotions. Ultimately, though, it’s Jamie’s skill as a storyteller that truly sets her apart. 

In her own words: “I want to capture all the love from your family. Set perfection aside, and come ready to love on your babies. I want to photograph all the hugs, kisses, laughter, joy and even your tears! These memories are not about how perfect you posed. These are moments to remember!”