HI & HELLO STUDIO
Fun, colorful portraits for kids and families — more fun, less fuss. Hi & Hello Studio is a natural light photo studio in Emeryville, California specializing in vibrant kid portraits and short, connection-filled family sessions.
A space to play, create, explore, and have fun — while capturing all the wonderfully weird moments along the way.
Welcome to the studio
Beeeee yourself!
Let’s
play!
Here's the deal
The studio isn’t just a place to “take” family photos. It’s a space where I get to know your kids, hear about the things they love, and use our imaginations in big ways. It’s distraction-free so the focus stays on your kids and your connection as a family.
It’s also a chance to get out of the house and into a quiet, creative space that’s designed just for this. From personality-packed portraits of the kids to full family photos, there’s a little something for everyone here.
letting kids be kids
At Hi & Hello Studio, sessions are short, sweet, and full of personality. You can choose from four session types: Kid Portraits, Family Sessions, Studio Minis, and Outdoor Minis. No session is longer than 30 minutes, making them perfect for busy families who still want beautiful, meaningful photos. The process is simple:
Choose your session
Pick your date + time
Show up ready for fun
Get your gallery in two weeks
Select your favorites and order your prints
Who’s the madwoman behind the creative chaos?
Hi, I’m Maryam — owner of Hi & Hello Studio. I’ve been photographing wonderfully weird families in the Bay Area for years, and I’m thrilled to have a dedicated space for us to create together.
This is your invitation to get a little messy with me in the studio. We’ll play, run, jump, hug, and slow time down just long enough to capture gorgeous photos that you’ll treasure forever.
Kate Kuykendall
“She was able to capture my 3 year old’s personality in such a cute, positive light.”
We have done our yearly family photos with Maryam the past few years, and as long as we live in this area, we will be doing them with her forever more. She is kind, great with my kids, and the photos she takes are some of the highest quality I’ve ever seen. At one of our sessions, I truly thought my spirited 3 year old had ruined the whole shoot. I was sure Maryam couldn’t possibly have gotten any good shots of her. But when we got our photos back, not only were they good, but she was able to capture my 3 year old’s personality in such a cute, positive light. We love her!
Clara Rice
“It's nice to have a photogenic studio option when home is messy and outside is temperamental with weather”
I am also a family photographer, and my high standards were met while working with Maryam! Our cranky toddler had a good time, the shoot felt chill but productive, and the photos are gorgeous. Such a quick turnaround time, too. It's nice to have a photogenic studio option when home is messy and outside is temperamental with weather. Definitely recommend the whole experience.
A small space in the East Bay, perfect for big imaginations
The best part about the studio? We get to color outside the lines. No worrying about finding perfect light, avoiding crowds, or cleaning your house. This space was made for beautiful photos — which means the only limit is our imagination.
So what are we waiting for? Let’s bring your vision to life.