Family Stories

Capturing the story of your family.

I love imperfection. Feel free to get dolled up, but also come as you are. I will have you chasing your kiddies, having your kids put flowers in your hair, we can't be scared to get maybe a little messy -- all while ensuring we get the images we want. My sessions are typically child-led.Child-led family sessions...
When the child(ren) guide the session and we follow the queues they are communicating with us.
The importance :🕊It reduces the chance of big emotions that may hinder the flow of a family session. (But we will embrace the big emotions as they come.🕊 Children are fun and are naturals in cultivating genuine memories. We just have to let them. Making sure if they want to collect sticks, we follow. That in itself creates a memory and luckily I’m there to document.🕊 It helps children trust a photographer and may help their excitement for future sessions.🕊 Sometimes children don’t want to be hugged or kissed, if they refuse — we do not force. We may offer hugs and kisses later but their consent is important. Not only do their actions guide us, but their emotions as well.
Obviously, this works most of the time but there are times it doesn’t and that’s okay. Children are allowed to have bad days as well. As a mom, I know how to try and redirect a big emotion and make a session fun for them. Again, not always does it work and it’s important to stay calm and patient with our babies. Yelling or scolding may make it worse and I try to refrain parents from it unless the children or someone else is in harm’s way.
This time isn’t just about getting photos done for the wall. But it’s an hour or so to create actual memories for you and your babies. To soak them in at this age, to appreciate their phases and where they are on this journey of life. Let go of your need of perfection and just be. 
Some simple rules:

• Don't look at the camera unless I direct it. Focus on each other, all the snugs, chasing, digging, kisses. 
• More movement, more photos. I do not give any duplicates so if I put you in a prompt, have fun with it! Throw your kids in the air, shake your dress, jump on your partner's back!
• Be intentional with your hands. Always have a place for them. It's easy to forget hands when we are focusing on getting photos done. Holding onto our loved ones, playing with your clothes to create movement, throwing them up in the air. This is a lot, I know. Do not fret if you are feeling overwhelmed, that's why I am here for ANY questions. Also, feel free to text me! I am here as a friend and your documenter. I am so excited to share space with you all and time capsule some precious memories.

This is a lot, I know. Do not fret if you are feeling overwhelmed, that's why I am here for ANY questions. Also, feel free to text me! I am here as a friend and as your documenter. I am so excited to share space with you all and time capsule some precious memories.

• There are 3 options for package, outlined below. 
• $350- Includes 15 images. Additional images can be purchased for $25 an image. 
• $600- Includes 30 images. Additional images can be purchased for $15 an image. 
• $700 -Documentary sessions. 4 hours shooting time, 2-3 locations. Includes 100 images. 
• You will receive your proof gallery within 2 weeks of shooting. Once you selected you final images, you will be emailed the final gallery for download within 2 weeks. 
• 8 weeks after our session you will receive a high quality printed album of your session delivered to your door. This is only available with the two higher packages. 
• Styling guidance is provided. Client closet provided. for women and girls 
• Lifestyle sessions can be done in the comfort of your home, studio, or on location during golden hour at sunset or sunrise.