2017 FAMILY GUIDE
WELCOME! I’m so excited to talk to you about an adventure together! My style of photography, whether it’s your wedding or a photo for your Christmas card or just a day in your life, is best described as honest and authentic. I focus on candid, natural expressions, loosely directed at most, with a heavy emphasis on color and composition. I’m here to capture the personalities and emotions of the people you love as the most genuine versions of themselves. You have a story to tell - a crazy smile someone has adopted, a piece of a costume they can’t let go of, or the tightest hug you’ve ever gotten. Today, it’s the story of the best you, and I want to help you remember it forever. I love finding amazing opportunties in ordinary settings and scenery, and bringing out the most comfortable, confident side of you. I love giving you photos that celebrate who you are and how beautiful your life is. Let me help you make these moments into memories.
EDITING I shoot with professional equipment and do my best to capture the moment as it happens and keep it that way, however, I will not shoot a photo and release it without giving myself the opportunity to enhance it digitally. While you might not notice any of those enhancements (which I take as a compliment), it’s my opportunity to make sure your photos are the best they can be.
WHAT TO WEAR When you look back at these photos, I want you to see yourselves in clothes that reflect who you are as people and make you feel beautiful as a family. Here are my personal recommendations - I’m always happy to help personally select the best clothing for your own session. For women and girls : long, flowy dresses are dreamy and create movement. They show emotion and look good no matter the park, alley, or mountaintop. Choose solid colors that compliment your skin tone - my favorites are bold and saturated. You can find amazing pieces at Free People, Forever 21, UOIonline, Asos, and H&M. I also recommend wearing your hair down for added impact. For men and boys : simple tshirts and collared button-ups in solid neutrals compliment bold dresses and outfits, but plaid is always awesome. I recommend pants that are a bit more fitted (jeans are fine), and little boys in colorful pants are to die for. As always, the beauty is in the details - favorite shoes, jewelry, socks, or sentimental toys are part of life today. Don’t forget to include them!
PACKAGE 1 Have it all. 2 hours of coverage Unlimited outfit and location changes 100+ high resolution images Linen-bound custom album with your favorite images Online gallery to share with family and friends All Travel up to 100mi Included $600.00 USD
PACKAGE 2 Everything digital. 90 minutes of coverage One outfit change and one location 50+ high resolution images Online gallery to share with family and friends All Travel up to 100mi Included $300.00 USD
PACKAGE 3 Short and sweet. 30 minutes of coverage One outfit, one location. 10+ high resolution images Online gallery to share with family and friends All Travel up to 100mi Included $150.00 USD
A DAY IN YOUR LIFE As fun as it can be to get dressed-up in coordinating outfits and pick the perfect location for family photos, my favorite type of session will always be those that capture your life as it is truly happening.
Sessions last 4-6 hours Shooting will be 100% hands-off documentary style with a 15 minute exception for family portraits 50+ high resolution images
Here’s how it works : I show up at your house and follow you around with my
Online gallery to share with family and
cameras to get the laughter and tears
friends
of your everyday life. I capture the meltdowns and the hugs and everything in between. I prefer to schedule these to include either waking-up and breakfast or late afternoons and bedtime (basically we plan around PJs and cuddles). The rest is up to you!
All Travel up to 100mi Included *Prints and albums available for purchase
$500.00 USD
ALBUM PRICING In the old days, we filled albums with prints and handed them down from generation to generation. You’re investing in these images to capture your life for years to come - preserve your favorite photos in a linen-bound album to keep for years to come.
40 page albums 8.5 x 8.5 - $250 10 x 10 - $300 12 x 12 - $350
CANVAS PRICING Stretched and mounted canvas wraps to fill your home with memories.
16 x 20 - $250 20 x 30 - $350 30 x 40 - $400
PRINTS You have the opportunity to print these images in a way that they can be cherished for years. Professional print houses have superior color accuracy, paper quality, and are made to last the test of time. 4 x 6 - $5 5 x 7 - $10 8 x 10 - $20 16 x 20 - $100 20 x 30 - $150
ABOUT ME
I was a bride, I am an aunt, and will forever be a traveler. Those experiences shape the way I treat my clients and approach my work. I focus on artistic, honest photography of life, love and places. My goal with every shoot is to tell a story - the real moments are my favorite. I love all things creative - I’ve grown up painting, sculpting, and designing, and believe that no matter the medium, it comes down to the same basics : color, composition, and light.
I’ve learned that photographs give life to the legacy we leave behind, and they deserve as much depth and heart as possible.