Family

Seven years ago, when I relocated my photography business to Oklahoma City, I faced the daunting task of starting over in a brand-new city. As an Oklahoma City film photographer, I knew I’d be rebuilding everything—client base, community, and creative momentum—from scratch. My husband and I were also dreaming of growing our family, so I […]

There’s something truly special about having family portraits taken in a space that holds deep meaning. Recently, I had the privilege of working with a wonderful family in their beautiful garden here in Oklahoma City. As one of the family photographers in OKC, I love the opportunity to capture these intimate moments in places that […]

by Amy Rau Photography, Portrait Studio OKC Why Beautiful Family Photos Don’t Require Perfect Behavior As a mom, I get it—you want your family photos to be beautiful, meaningful, and… maybe just a little bit calm? But if the thought of your kids squirming, running wild, or refusing to smile is stressing you out, I […]

A very favorite family session from this past fall took place at one of my go-to photo locations in OKC—beautiful Lake Hefner. This cute mama reached out saying she wanted candid, laid-back family photos, and hearing that makes my heart sing! It’s always such a joy when families are drawn to natural, connection-focused imagery, and […]

The first year of your baby’s life is a blur of growth, change, and unforgettable moments. One day, they’re a sleepy newborn curled up in your arms, and before you know it, they’re sitting up, laughing at everything, and reaching for you with those tiny, chubby hands. As an OKC newborn photographer, I believe capturing […]