River Oaks has its own standard. The families who live here accept nothing less than exceptional, and when it comes to capturing the first moments of a new baby, that standard makes complete sense.
I serve mothers and couples from River Oaks, Upper Kirby, West University, and Montrose who arrive at my studio in Katy most often by referral. A friend who was left speechless by the results. A cousin who still cries looking at her maternity portraits.
That is the most honest introduction there is. And it is with that same care that I welcome every new family.
Why River Oaks families choose me
• Trusted by families seeking newborn and maternity photography since 2010
• Baby-led posing rooted in newborn physiology, prioritizing safety at every step
• A dedicated studio in Katy, TX: calm, safe, and designed for mothers and babies
• Clean, timeless aesthetic: portraits made to be displayed with pride for decades
• A fully guided experience, from booking to gallery delivery
A studio where you don’t have to think about anything.
A studio 25 minutes from River Oaks, built to meet your expectations.
Families from River Oaks arrive at my studio with a refined eye. They notice the quality of the light, the cleanliness of the space, the intention behind every detail. And that is exactly what they find.
The drive along I-10 is direct and takes about 25 minutes. Enough time to breathe, settle your baby, and arrive ready for one of the most beautiful experiences of your life.
—Catherine H. ★★★★★
"Two of my closest friends had sessions with Paloma and every single one of them spoke about her with an enthusiasm I rarely see. I am not easy to impress, so I arrived with very high expectations. She exceeded every one of them. The attentiveness, the elegance of the work, the way she cared for my baby. Now I am the one recommending her to everyone I know."
River Oaks, Houston / TX
Photography Sessions Available
Serving Families Across River Oaks and Greater Houston
Families from River Oaks, Upper Kirby, Montrose, West University Place, and surrounding central Houston neighborhoods regularly visit my studio for maternity and newborn photography. Every session is designed to provide a refined, personalized experience from beginning to end. Paloma Schell is an internationally recognized maternity and newborn photographer based in Katy, Texas, serving River Oaks families with bespoke maternity sessions, baby-led newborn photography, and timeless fine art portraiture.