let's talk!
attire
After we discuss the session type, I will send a guide with suggestions to fit your personal style. I want you to feel comfortable and confident. I will always recommend neutral colors. We can play around with simple patterns, textures, mixing materials, tone-on-tone, soft hues. A simple aesthetic is a timeless look. These are the photos you will want to have up on your walls for years to come. You are art.
posing
Let's tell your story. I will guide you through your session but also want your personality to shine through. I always tell my clients to relax, be open, and start by doing what feels natural: hold your loved one, look into their eyes, take a little walk while holding hands. I will give you cues and direction. My job is to make you feel comfortable. I want to capture you, as you are. We will still get those posed photos in the mix, but I also want to capture you hugging, touching, holding, laughing, smiling, playing, enjoying the presence of your loved one(s), all those in-between moments of connection and documentation. Trust me to enjoy the process.
location
When we chat, we can talk about the type of photos you're wanting but also ideas for location: studio (at my home or yours), your home, city life, vast landscape, sunset beach, moody forest, your favorite coffee shop or park...there's so many! I have ideas for all over, so don't worry if you're unsure.
I want to create photos that you love and know we can make any location one to remember.
If you want to capture a home session, I just ask that you find the spots with the most natural light. We may have to simplify the space a bit. Sometimes less is more. But I can ensure you and your home will shine.
For an in-home studio session, please note that a $50 fee will be added.
equipment
I have a Nikon D7500. I also have external lighting equipment (used when needed) and a handful of lenses (for any scenario we will encounter), but my go-to is my 18-35mm f/1.8.
images
When your session is complete, I will edit and upload your hi-resolution images to download, print, and share. I just ask that you please tag me when posting. (That's how I get most of my clients--from people like you!)
I will typically post a sneak peek within a few days and complete your session in one to three weeks, depending on the session length. If a deadline is present, please communicate with me so that I can do my best for you.
travel
I will travel up to 30 miles for no added charge. After that, it is .50 per mile.
weather
I love to embrace whatever elements come our way. However, if the weather becomes hazardous, we can absolutely reschedule.
animals
I will always say yes to animals! I have pets of my own, so I am totally down for that.
gift certificates
If you would like to give the gift of memories, please contact me.