Trust me, I know how much you want to hold onto every second

Hi, I'm Courtney- A Family photographer in Southern NH

Based in Pelham, New Hampshire, I specialize in photographing families throughout southern New Hampshire and Massachusetts. I capture maternity, newborn, family, and milestone moments—relaxed, heartfelt sessions that celebrate real connections and the little moments you’ll treasure forever.

Work with Me

Why I do This


After years working in product photography, graphic design, and marketing, I realized my true joy comes from photographing families, especially as a mom to two young girls. I understand the beautiful chaos of family life, and I love creating sessions that are relaxed, playful, and authentic.

Courtney Lee Hughes photographer in southern NH and surrounding MA towns, mother of 2 wanting to capture special family memories

Where we shoot

I travel throughout southern New Hampshire area and MA to photograph your family at locations that feel meaningful to you. Or, I can come to the comfort of your own home. For studio sessions, you’re welcome to visit me in my Pelham, NH home studio, or for an additional fee, I can bring the studio setup to you!

My Approach

As a mom, I understand the beautiful chaos of family life. Whether your kids are shy, energetic, or somewhere in between, I bring patience and playfulness to every shoot. My goal is to create a relaxed, enjoyable experience where everyone feels comfortable being themselves, because that’s where the genuine, unforgettable moments happen.

Why it matters

Come as you are. I’ll handle the rest—capturing your family’s real connections, laughter, and love in a way that feels authentically you. Because these fleeting moments deserve to be remembered, exactly as they are.

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client love

Stacy G

Courtney is incredible! She is so kind and welcoming and made us feel so at ease. We did a mini session with her, and she captured our family so beautifully and authentically. She knew just what to say to draw out the biggest smiles and laughs from us all, connected with our kids to make them feel comfortable, and felt more like a friend we were catching up with - all things that you can see truly come across in the photos she takes.