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At Bright & Gray Creative, we’re always capturing the moments that matter most. Based in Birmingham, Alabama, our photography team specializes in family sessions, brand development, professional team headshots, senior photos, and seasonal mini sessions throughout the year. Whether we’re standing in the middle of a field, on location at your office, or hosting pop-up events across the Southeast, our goal is to create authentic, joy-filled images that tell your story.
We know being in front of the camera can feel awkward, so we keep every session relaxed, upbeat, and fun. We’ll guide you through natural poses and genuine moments that bring out your best. Our photographers are here to make you feel comfortable, confident, and truly yourself, so the smiles you see in your gallery are the real ones.
Every Bright & Gray session includes professional editing, an online gallery for viewing and downloads, and the option to purchase additional images or full galleries. We guide you through posing, lighting, and location so you love the process just as much as the photos.
Back-to-School Minis
Because the first day deserves more than a rushed photo on the front porch.
New backpacks. Fresh shoes. That first-day excitement. And somehow, they look a little more grown up than they did yesterday.
Our Back-to-School Mini Sessions are a quick and easy way to capture this season before the school year gets going.
$75 per child
10-minute session
3 edited images per child
Deer Valley Elementary School buses
August 2nd & 8th
Bringing siblings?
Sessions are booked individually for each child. If you’re bringing siblings, book back-to-back time slots and we’ll save a few minutes at the end to grab some photos of them together, too.
Have a group of four or more?
Want to get cousins, friends, neighbors, or a whole crew together? For groups of four or more children, we can coordinate a separate date, time, and location so everyone can be photographed at the same time.
Send us a message and we’ll help get your group on the calendar.
Ready for their close-up?
Pick your time below and get those back-to-school photos checked off your list.
Spots are limited and available first come, first served.
Heirloom Portraits
This version of your child that only exists right now.
The way they scrunch their nose. The size of their hands. The way they look up at you before they are old enough to look away.
Heirloom portraits exist to keep that version. Not on a camera roll that gets buried under screenshots and grocery lists, but in an image made with intention, printed to last, and meant to be passed down.
At Bright & Gray Creative, we photograph children from six months through six years old in sessions designed to capture the quiet details of this season before it moves on without you.
Most photos document, but heirloom portraits preserve.
Headshot Pop-ups
Professional doesn’t have to mean stiff. At Bright & Gray, our Headshot Pop-Ups make updating your photos quick, comfortable, and genuinely fun.
We bring great lighting, easy direction, and a relaxed atmosphere that helps you feel confident in front of the camera. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, part of a growing team, or just ready for a fresh look, you’ll walk away with polished, approachable headshots that capture your personality and your brand.
Upcoming Pop-Up Dates:
You’ll find our current Headshot Pop-Up dates listed below. These limited sessions fill quickly, so grab your spot early!
Don’t see a date that fits your schedule?
You can still book an individual headshot session here — we offer flexible scheduling and on-location options for teams.
Because They’re Only This Age Once.
Let’s capture every silly grin, shy smile, and sparkle-in-the-eye moment before they grow another inch.
Our Personality Portrait Sessions are all about real expressions, not stiff poses, because kids are their best selves when they’re laughing, wiggling, and being completely them.
How It Works:
Host a session in your home or business for an easy, stress-free experience.
Each child’s session is $125.
Book 6 kids and your kiddos are FREE!
Minimum of 6 kids required to book.
Each session lasts about 10 minutes per child—quick, fun, and full of personality.
Available within 20 miles of 35226 (travel fee applies outside this radius).
Perfect for playdates, small businesses, schools, homeschool groups, or friend meetups—anywhere kids can be themselves and giggles are guaranteed.
Limited availability—book your date today!