Charlotte Newborn, Maternity & Family Photographer
Photography for families who want organic, natural portraits
Welcome to Amanda McQuade Photography, a Charlotte, NC newborn photographer specializing in timeless newborn, maternity, family, and heirloom portrait photography. I create light-filled, heartfelt portraits that celebrate your family's story with a relaxed, luxury experience. Whether you're welcoming a new baby, documenting motherhood, or preserving the fleeting years of childhood, my goal is to create beautiful heirloom artwork your family will treasure for generations throughout Charlotte, Weddington, Fort Mill, Lake Norman, and the surrounding Carolinas.
family photography designed to become heirloom artwork for generations.
From maternity to newborn portraits and growing family milestones, Amanda McQuade Photography creates timeless heirloom artwork for Charlotte families who want more authenticity from their photography experience.
What to Wear for Your Newborn Session
As a Charlotte Newborn and Family Photographer for over 14 years, I've photographed hundreds of growing families throughout Charlotte, Weddington, Matthews, Fort Mill, Belmont, Lake Norman, and the surrounding North Carolina communities.
One thing I've learned is that beautiful portraits are never about wearing the most expensive outfit—they're about creating space for authentic moments with the people you love most...
What to expect from your newborn portrait experience
At Amanda McQuade Photography, we believe in slowing down, in photographing families with intention and heart.
This is an investment in the legacy of your family, so we like to plan all the details so you can enjoy your session and be present with the ones you love the most.
Client Love
"I am so happy with these portraits! You made me feel seen and beautiful. I know I will love these forever!"
~Addie, Charlotte mama
"Amanda, I am so thankful we invested in these photos! They are just gorgeous and I cannot believe how much fun we had!"
~Jessa, Dilworth mama
"Amanda! I cried like 10 times at these photos!
You captured my boy perfectly! I am so glad we did these Heirloom Portraits!"
~Cassie, Fort Mill mama
Hey there!
I'm Amanda mcquade.
As a mother to three growing children, I know how fast it all goes.
That's why I'm here - to document these years with intention and heart.
I've been an award-winning newborn and family photographer based in Charlotte, North Carolina for over 14 years.
When I'm not documenting life's best moments, you can find me at the beach, reading, or cheering on my kids in lacroose and football.
These years are the sweetest chaos.
And we wouldn't have it any other way.
Heirloom Portraits Charlotte NC
Call back to
an age gone by
In addition to being a professional newborn photographer in the Charlotte area, I also adore photographing vintage and Heirloom Child Portraits. These sessions are offered in my South Charlotte NC studio and are perfect for framing and handing down through generations.