this is where your story begins
HarrisburG PA PHOTOGRAPHER
from bump to baby and beyond
turning life's magic
moments into your favorite
memories
harrisburg pa photographer
As a mom, I know how fast these days go. My goal is to create effortless, luxury photography experiences that result in images you'll proudly display in your home for generations.
I know first hand just how quickly time passes. I also understand how hard it can feel to get photos scheduled, find the right clothes, and pump everyone up to cooperate for photos. That's where my expertise and guidance as a photographer (and a mom) comes in to make the entire process as simple as reaching out to me. You take the first step, and I'll take lead on the rest.
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Hi there friend,
I'm Kate.
Your Harrisburg photographer specializing in newborn photography and family/maternity photography
Let’s document your motherhood story—bump to baby and all the beautiful chaos that comes after.
A Photography Experience in Central PA as Meaningful as the Moments We Capture
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harrisburg family sessions
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milestone sessions
family photography
let's capture your family's story
from little giggles to little toes-let's capture the memories you're going to cherish for a lifetime
Let’s go outside & slow things down.
From Simpson Park to Fort Hunter, I’ll guide you to a spot that lets your family just be. Real smiles, real connection, zero pressure.
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milestone photography
Let’s slow things down.
Milestone sessions are designed to feel easy and unhurried, giving your little one time to settle in, explore, and show off their personality. Real moments, real connection, zero pressure.
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take me to
harrisburg family sessions
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milestone sessions
maternity photography
Made to Feel Easy.
Your maternity session is meant to feel effortless and relaxed, never stiff or overposed. I’ll guide you in a way that feels natural so the focus stays on connection, not perfection.
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newborn photography
An Effortless Beginning.
Newborn sessions are designed to feel effortless—unhurried, gentle, and centered around your baby’s natural rhythm. No pressure, no rushing, just quiet moments and simple connection as these first days unfold.
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Looking for mini sessions?
Most days, you barely have a second to breathe, let alone plan a photo session. The outfits, the timing, hoping the kids cooperate…it’s a lot.
But you deserve to be in the frame, too.
VIEW UPCOMING MINIS
mini sessions
She makes you feel comfortable and confident from the second you start working with her, which makes the whole experience so fun and easy. She is also always AMAZING with kids! Every time our family does photos we have always had so much fun! She has an incredible talent for capturing moments perfectly and making you look and feel your best. And somehow she gets photos back CRAZY fast — like seriously impressive turnaround time. The quality of her work is next level and honestly unlike anyone else. I am completely obsessed with how my photos turned out and cannot recommend her enough!! If you’re thinking about booking with her, DO IT. You will not regret it!!!!
- Mackenzie B.
"Kate McCord is an absolute rockstar behind the camera!!"
1/7
Kate McCord was INCREDIBLE. She also managed to make this one-week postpartum mama feel beautiful.
Not to mention she has everything you will need! Outfits for the whole family. The cutest baby clothes, wraps, headbands, and props. I could go on and on. Truly a beautiful experience from start to finish.
- Coleen R.
"Truly a beautiful experience from start to finish."
2/7
ate has done multiple photoshoots for our family, and I would highly recommend her to anyone. She makes the entire experience seamless and stress-free from start to finish. From her streamlined process to her thoughtfully curated wardrobe options, everything is designed to make the session easy and enjoyable.
Kate has a natural way of putting you at ease, making the shoot feel fun and relaxed rather than posed or forced. And the photos are always stunning—her work truly speaks for itself. If you’re considering booking a photoshoot, Kate is the one. You won’t be disappointed!
- Sallyann B.
"Kate has a natural way of putting you at ease, making the shoot feel fun and relaxed rather than posed or forced."
3/7
Kate is amazing!! She is always able to capture the most beautiful photos and moments of our family. We have done several sessions with her including 1st birthday, glitter minis and fall minis. Can’t wait for the next one! Highly recommend!
- Kristin C.
"She is always able to capture the most beautiful photos and moments of our family."
4/7
We’ve had family photos taken by Kate five times now, and every session has been wonderful. She has a true gift with babies—patient, gentle, and always able to capture those sweet candid moments. She’s also fantastic at making family photos feel natural and fun (never stiff or stressful!). I really appreciate how flexible she is—if you share what you’re thinking, she brings it to life beautifully. We’re always so happy with the photos we get back!
- Dana S.
"She has a true gift with babies—patient, gentle, and always able to capture those sweet candid moments."
5/7
Kate made my dream pictures become reality! Through both my engagement pictures and wedding, I didn’t find a ‘lifelong’ photographer. After finding Kate on social media, I thought I’d try out my maternity pictures with her. I am SO thankful I did! She has now also done our daughter’s newborn pictures and I couldn’t have imagined them to turn out any better! Life can be overwhelming days after welcoming a newborn, but Kate made the photography session so easy for me as a new mom. From coming to our house to photograph in our daughter’s nursery to providing clothes from her client closet for myself, my husband, and my daughter, I couldn’t be anymore thankful!
- Macie H.
"Life can be overwhelming days after welcoming a newborn, but Kate made the photography session so easy for me as a new mom. "
6/7
Our newborn shoot was a dream! Kate was so patient and gentle with our little one, and created a calm and comfortable atmosphere that made the experience truly enjoyable. The final photos were absolutely stunning! These memories will be treasured forever. Anyone looking for a truly talented and professional photographer should consider Kate McCord Photography. Her passion for her work shines through, and she delivered amazing results.
- Abigail S.
"Kate was so patient and gentle with our little one, and created a calm and comfortable atmosphere that made the experience truly enjoyable."
7/7
She makes you feel comfortable and confident from the second you start working with her, which makes the whole experience so fun and easy. She is also always AMAZING with kids! Every time our family does photos we have always had so much fun! She has an incredible talent for capturing moments perfectly and making you look and feel your best. And somehow she gets photos back CRAZY fast — like seriously impressive turnaround time. The quality of her work is next level and honestly unlike anyone else. I am completely obsessed with how my photos turned out and cannot recommend her enough!! If you’re thinking about booking with her, DO IT. You will not regret it!!!!
- Mackenzie B.
"Kate McCord is an absolute rockstar behind the camera!!"
1/7
Kate McCord was INCREDIBLE. She also managed to make this one-week postpartum mama feel beautiful.
Not to mention she has everything you will need! Outfits for the whole family. The cutest baby clothes, wraps, headbands, and props. I could go on and on. Truly a beautiful experience from start to finish.
- Coleen R.
"Truly a beautiful experience from start to finish."
2/7
ate has done multiple photoshoots for our family, and I would highly recommend her to anyone. She makes the entire experience seamless and stress-free from start to finish. From her streamlined process to her thoughtfully curated wardrobe options, everything is designed to make the session easy and enjoyable.
Kate has a natural way of putting you at ease, making the shoot feel fun and relaxed rather than posed or forced. And the photos are always stunning—her work truly speaks for itself. If you’re considering booking a photoshoot, Kate is the one. You won’t be disappointed!
- Sallyann B.
"Kate has a natural way of putting you at ease, making the shoot feel fun and relaxed rather than posed or forced."
3/7
Kate is amazing!! She is always able to capture the most beautiful photos and moments of our family. We have done several sessions with her including 1st birthday, glitter minis and fall minis. Can’t wait for the next one! Highly recommend!
- Kristin C.
"She is always able to capture the most beautiful photos and moments of our family."
4/7
We’ve had family photos taken by Kate five times now, and every session has been wonderful. She has a true gift with babies—patient, gentle, and always able to capture those sweet candid moments. She’s also fantastic at making family photos feel natural and fun (never stiff or stressful!). I really appreciate how flexible she is—if you share what you’re thinking, she brings it to life beautifully. We’re always so happy with the photos we get back!
- Dana S.
"She has a true gift with babies—patient, gentle, and always able to capture those sweet candid moments."
5/7
Kate made my dream pictures become reality! Through both my engagement pictures and wedding, I didn’t find a ‘lifelong’ photographer. After finding Kate on social media, I thought I’d try out my maternity pictures with her. I am SO thankful I did! She has now also done our daughter’s newborn pictures and I couldn’t have imagined them to turn out any better! Life can be overwhelming days after welcoming a newborn, but Kate made the photography session so easy for me as a new mom. From coming to our house to photograph in our daughter’s nursery to providing clothes from her client closet for myself, my husband, and my daughter, I couldn’t be anymore thankful!
- Macie H.
"Life can be overwhelming days after welcoming a newborn, but Kate made the photography session so easy for me as a new mom. "
6/7
Our newborn shoot was a dream! Kate was so patient and gentle with our little one, and created a calm and comfortable atmosphere that made the experience truly enjoyable. The final photos were absolutely stunning! These memories will be treasured forever. Anyone looking for a truly talented and professional photographer should consider Kate McCord Photography. Her passion for her work shines through, and she delivered amazing results.
- Abigail S.
"Kate was so patient and gentle with our little one, and created a calm and comfortable atmosphere that made the experience truly enjoyable."
7/7
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contact me to be your harrisburg photographer
Thanks for stopping by! My studio is located off of I-83 in York Haven, PA (York County) and I travel throughout Central PA for in home newborn sessions. You can reach me by filling out the form below and I will send you a follow-up email within 24 hours. I look forward to speaking with you!
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