Lilac and Ivy Photography

Lilac and Ivy Photography I'm Mercae, a family, maternity and newborn photographer based in Seattle, WA.

Hi, I’m Mercae (pronounced Mer-say), a neurodivergent Seattle mother to one wild preschooler boy and a portrait photographer. I am deeply passionate about providing parents with tangible reminders of their families connection and love story because of my own experience as a mother. Looking up at the wall, seeing myself at the heart of my beautiful family brings me so much light and joy and made ev

en the toughest days of postpartum depression bearable. I know it can help other parents both in the moment of the session, taking time to be together, and after, when it comes time to mount their photos on the wall or thumb through their album again.

06/15/2026

The home is somewhere immensely special - it’s the place you’re bringing your new baby back to. It offers a window into your life that no where else can. Whether it’s messy, spotless, perfectly poised or an ongoing project, everyone has enough loved nooks and crannies and at least one window enough to do an in home newborn shoot. Inquire on my website - now booking summer 2026. Waitlist for Fall.

06/15/2026

As a lover of the classics, like opera, ballet, libraries and art museums I am passionate about creating an elegant, refined experience that makes you feel like a princess. What do you want your next photoshoot to feel like?

06/13/2026

I initially made this list for my own family to use but I realized lots of other families could use the list too! Comment to join my email list to get the list! 🤍

Guess what y’all? I have an official preschool graduate! AND he lost his very first tooth! I’ve been telling every singl...
06/13/2026

Guess what y’all? I have an official preschool graduate! AND he lost his very first tooth! I’ve been telling every single family I meet about my baby boy, I’m so proud. Every year with him is better and better 🤍.

06/10/2026

When it comes to photography - hell no babes.

06/10/2026

When someone asks me to photograph their pregnancy my heart explodes with happiness and I’ll be 100% - I’m jumping up and down in my house every time I get an inquiry!

06/08/2026

Here’s what I’ll accept:
🤍 Vintage Jane Austen Hardcovers
🤍 Deep cleaning services
🤍 Hair cut and color
🤍 Floral subscriptions
🤍 A vintage tea service
🤍 Nice china/dining set
🤍 A nice computer chair

I want to fill my life with things that make it richer, slower, and more beautiful. A deep cleaning gives me back precious hours with my son. A fresh haircut and color helps me feel confident stepping into my role as both artist and business owner. Flowers bring beauty into my home long after they’ve been photographed. Vintage Jane Austen books, heirloom china, and antique tea sets speak to my love of history, storytelling, and gathering around the table. And a comfortable computer chair supports the countless hours I spend carefully editing your memories. Every item on this list is something I genuinely value and would choose for myself, making it a meaningful exchange rather than just a transaction.

06/08/2026

Or do you have different feedback?

06/05/2026

When you hire me to be your maternity or newborn photographer, you also get a Makeup artist included in the cost of your session. Let me spill the tea on what they’re gonna do and why.
beauty

06/03/2026

I took everyone’s advice as much as I could and this is where I’ve landed. 🤍 my web speed has improved by miles! My personality shines a little more without losing its elegance.

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