The Motherhood Experience
CELEBRATE THE BEAUTY OF PARENTHOOD THROUGH JOYFUL IMAGERY
Motherhood. It's hard... and it's beautiful. We get a front row seat to curiosity, sense of wonder, and uninhibited laughter. We get to look at tiny, chubby fingers and witness the biggest grins. Despite all the meltdowns, tantrums, sibling fights, loud noises, and hard days... there's so much beauty in getting to raise kids. It's one of my greatest joys to capture your children's unique personalities and the love you have for them. Because even though some days you just want a moment (or two) to yourself, you know that when you have it some day... you'll wish you could go back.
I believe family sessions shouldn't feel stressful (or any session for that matter). My laid back, calm approach to family sessions gives your kids space to breathe when they need it and a chance to run around and show their true personality. I work hard to capture the photo with everyone looking and smiling, but I also embrace the hugs and kisses, the silly faces, the running around, and everything in between. I can't wait to capture the love of your family!
PHOTOGRAPHING MATERNITY, LIFESTYLE NEWBORN, AND FAMILY SESSIONS AS YOUR FAMILY GROWS
THE PROCESS
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Like what you see? Yay! I can't wait to photograph your sweet family! Just fill out the contact form and I'll be in touch with you within 48 hours.
Questions & Answers
Q: How do I know when you're available?
If you start by reaching out and letting me know about the time of month or year you'd like a session, I'll give you some dates that I'm available! Since I stay home with my kids and homeschool, I usually try to do sessions on weekends, especially during the school year when days aren't as long.
Q: What time do you photograph your sessions?
I typically schedule portrait sessions* 1-2 hours before sunset. But as a mom with young kids, I know that sometimes that isn't ideal. I'm happy to work with you if you need an earlier time for the sake of your kids. I've also done sunrise sessions before!
*In home newborn lifestyle sessions are typically done in the late morning as I find this is usually easiest on everyone! Most babies are usually happiest in this time frame, and it still gives parents a chance to have a slower morning.
Q: How is a location chosen?
You get to decide where you want your session :) If you don't have any specific places in mind, I'm happy to give you some options or ideas (and many people start with that). Aside from newborn sessions, I typically photograph outdoors. But I'm always open to new ideas!
Q: Do you offer mini sessions?
Any special mini session offerings I have will be shared on social media, but they are not currently a part of my regular offerings (aside from milestone sessions on my pricing page).
Q: What should I wear?
When you book with me I'll send you a style guide to help you with this! And of course if you want extra input I'm happy to help!
Q: I'm so awkward getting my picture taken... is there any hope for me?
Yes!! You are in good hands. I've had many people who hold this exact same sentiment walk away from their session saying things like "It was actually fun!" or that I made it so easy, comfortable, relaxed, etc. I promise you can't mess it up (unless you just refuse to smile or even try).
Q: What if my kids won't cooperate?
I've had some kids who acted like they'd done this a million times and some who were not excited about photos at ALL. I promise I've worked with all types. Here's the thing: family sessions (and sometimes even newborn sessions) are going to feel a bit chaotic in the moment. It's pretty much a given. My job is to find the moments of beauty and joy and sweetness in the chaos. I will do everything I can to get at least one photo of everyone looking and smiling at the camera, and 99% of the time I'm able to get that. But I'll also give opportunities for kids to explore a bit, run around, have breaks, interact with you, and just be kids. If you as a parent are relaxed and smiling at the camera when asked instead of trying to get them to look, I'm going to be able to capture lots of sweet moments. I will work with the knowledge you have as their parent and each child's personality to find the balance of giving them space and encouraging them to participate. I have four kids of my own who all have their own personalities, so I've become pretty creative over the years to adapt to different situations.
As a caveat, I do ask that you as a parent take charge of a situation if your child is acting in a way that is dangerous or disrespectful of me or my equipment. I've been so thankful to have never been in this situation so far, but I want to add as a disclaimer that if something like this were to occur and the situation wasn't handled by the parents or got out of hand, I would need to end the session. Thank you for understanding!