After 11 years of running my photography business, a dream is finally coming true.
I’m opening a studio right here in Hightstown NJ!
Let me tell you how this happened, because honestly, it still feels a little bit like magic.
How I Found the Space in Downtown Hightstown
A few weeks ago, my husband and I were checking the Instagram of our local brewery Old Heights Brewing Company in Hightstown NJ to see who was playing live music that night. While scrolling, I saw they’d posted that the tenant in the small corner space down the block – right on Mercer Street in Hightstown NJ – was closing her business.
I couldn’t stop thinking about that space. After two weeks of going back and forth with myself, I finally worked up the nerve to cold email the building owner. I asked if it would be available, and if so, what the rent would be.
He emailed back immediately. The space was perfect – big enough, but not too big. The rent was exactly where I needed it to be. And here’s the really magical part: it turns out it was actually a photo studio from 2010-2016.
It felt like it was meant to be.
Why This Hightstown NJ Location is Perfect
The large front windows face north, which means beautiful, soft natural light floods the space all day long. The main room is perfect for sessions, and the back room gives me space for my Client Closet, a cozy dressing area, and space for nursing or diaper changes.
Plus, it’s just up the block from Little Key Coffee, close to home and my son’s school, and has easy parking. Everything about this Hightstown location just… works.
The Transformation So Far
My husband and I have been hard at work transforming the space. We’ve ripped up old flooring that was making things uneven, done a deep clean, patched walls, and painted. Next up: new flooring throughout to tie it all together (because right now there are four – yes, FOUR – different types of flooring happening, it’s a lot).
I’m creating a space that’s welcoming and warm – the kind of place that feels like getting a hug the moment you walk in, while still being bright, modern, and comfortable.
What’s Coming to the Studio
I’m building toward a launch with holiday mini sessions, and eventually, the studio will be home to petite newborn sessions, full newborn sessions, maternity sessions, family sessions, and minis. Down the road, I’m hoping to offer a mini session membership with multiple opportunities each quarter.
As a Hightstown NJ photographer, I’m so excited to have a dedicated space where families can come for beautiful natural light portraits – whether you’re welcoming a newborn, celebrating a growing family, or documenting your maternity journey.
But for now? I’m taking it one step at a time, testing out the space, and sharing the behind-the-scenes journey here on the blog and through my email list.
Want to follow along with weekly studio updates? Join my email list to get behind-the-scenes photos and stories as this space comes to life.
Hi there! I’m Kate – a Hightstown NJ photographer celebrating and photographing all stages of your unique motherhood journey. From the exciting days during your pregnancy, to the whirlwind newborn moments, to the beautiful chaos of life with littles, my goal is to beautifully photograph each stage so you and your children can have and hold those sweet memories in your hands forever.
For 11 years, I’ve been photographing families in their homes, capturing the authentic, intimate moments that make your story uniquely yours. And now, I’m thrilled to be opening a natural light studio on Mercer Street in Hightstown where we can create beautiful portraits in a warm, welcoming space designed just for you.
Whether you prefer the comfort of your home or the convenience of the studio, I’m here to document your journey with care and creativity.
You can see more of my work on Instagram, learn more about me, and inquire about a session – I would love to get to know you and your family and create beautiful memories together!
