
Hi, I'm Whitney. I've been married to my husband, Justin, since 2006 and we have a sweet and rambunctious red-head named Holt who is growing up faster than I can believe. Being a mom has taught me just how quickly the days slip by and how priceless it is to have beautiful photos and tangible fine art to hold onto as your baby's childhood flies by.
I also know firsthand how busy life is when you're juggling family, work, and everything in between. That's why I've built a photography experience to take care of every detail for you...so you can simply show up and enjoy the moment.
My heart behind every session is to create timeless, meaningful images and gorgeous heirloom fine art for you to look back on and cherish...because I know how much these images and art will mean, not just today but for generations to come.
books over tv
mountains over the beach
wine & margs equally
born in Iowa
raised in Texas (hook 'em horns)
happy to call Tennessee home

Oh. My. Goodness.
I was crying happy tears when Whitney shows us our newborn session gallery...our pictures were pure magic. Whitney is so, so talented and I'm so happy to have her document the big and fleeting moments in our life!
• Access to the Studio Wardrobe...a huge, curated collection of pieces for moms (sizes xs-xxl) and kids (sizes nb-12/14)
• Professional hair + makeup services from the best artists in the Memphis area
• A full line of in-house custom framing, heirloom albums, stationery, and more
The Studio Wardrobe is a constantly growing, curated collection of pieces that photograph beautifully. It's available to all clients and is size inclusive (women's sizes ranging from XS-XXL and children's sizes ranging from NB-10/12).
The Studio Wardrobe is a constantly growing, curated collection of pieces that photograph beautifully. It's available to all clients and is size inclusive (women's sizes ranging from XS-XXL and children's sizes ranging from NB-10/12).
Professional Hair + Makeup is provided for all maternity, newborn, and family sessions. I most frequently use Ashley McElveen (@southerpeonybeauty) and Charlotte Vaughn (@madeupandcuttinup).
The Studio is a cozy, stand-alone building on our property that was designed with families in mind. It's bright, airy, filled with soft natural light, and has all of the amenities...a hangout area to relax, a full bathroom, a kitchenette with snacks and drinks, and toys with space to play to keep littles happy.
The Studio is a cozy, stand-alone building on our property that was designed with families in mind. It's bright, airy, filled with soft natural light, and has all of the amenities...a hangout area to relax, a full bathroom, a kitchenette with snacks and drinks, and toys with space to play to keep littles happy.
Just steps from the studio and tucked behind our home is a Private Field and Country Road. These spots are exclusive to my clients and provide the perfect backdrop for joy-filled portraits. This private, outdoor space makes it easy to create timeless moments in an easy, laid-back setting.



Your family's story deserves more than files stored on a hard drive. Whitney Otto Photography is proud to offer a gorgeous line of finished fine art options including custom framing, heirloom albums, glass display boxes, custom stationery, and more. Finished fine art transforms your portraits into timeless pieces that bring warmth and meaning to your home every single day.
There's something powerful about holding a handcrafted, heirloom album, seeing your children's faces beautifully framed on your walls, or gifting tangible art to loved ones. These pieces aren't just photos...they're lasting treasures that will be passed down for generations.

Preparing to welcome a little one is a time filled with so much joy and anticipation. As your photographer in Memphis, I'd be honored to document this beautiful period of waiting in my cozy studio, a warm + relaxed atmosphere for your family.

Heirloom Portraits...but make them modern. Let's capture gorgeous, fine art images of your babies in a way that resonates today but will stand the test of time. These aren't your mom's or grandmother's heirloom portraits...they're yours and they're beautiful.
Heirloom Portraits...but make them modern. Let's capture gorgeous, fine art images of your babies in a way that resonates today but will stand the test of time. These aren't your mom's heirloom portraits...they're yours and they're beautiful.

The years with our little (and not so little) ones are full of love, joy, and all the activities. As your Memphis Family Photographer, I know you're busy...I'd love to help you artfully document your family's story in a way that is truly effortless for you.
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Modern Images | Timeless Fine Art
Memphis, TN