The Experience
A New, More Personal Way to Be Photographed
After almost 15 years as a photographer, I’ve learned that portraits mean more when they live beyond a screen. They become a part of your family’s story - displayed in your home, passed down as heirlooms, and cherished for generations.
THIS PROCESS ISN’T FOR EVERYONE, and that’s OK. If you’re just looking for a quick session with a few digital files for posting, I may not be the photographer for you. But if you value photography as a true investment - something personal, lasting, and worth displaying proudly, then keep reading.
That’s why I’ve reimagined the way I serve clients. Instead of a quick “shoot and handoff,” this process is designed to be more personal, more intentional, and ultimately more rewarding. From the moment you book, to the day you hold your finished artwork, you’ll feel guided, cared for, and confident every step of the way.
Step 1 – Planning Your Session
Every great portrait experience begins with intention. During the planning phase, we’ll discuss your vision, wardrobe, style, and the story you want your images to tell. I’ll guide you through locations, outfits, and meaningful touches so you feel confident and prepared before the camera ever comes out. This is where we shape the experience around YOU. You will also talk with our Art Consultant to make sure your vision for the final products is clear up front.
Step 2 – Your Session
This isn’t just “picture day”, it’s the moment we bring your story to life. I’ll guide you through natural posing and expression so you feel comfortable and connected the entire time. The session is relaxed and intentional, allowing space for real emotion, personality, and connection to come through. What we create together isn’t just for today, it’s for the generations who will one day look back at these images and see themselves in you.
Step 3 – The Reveal & Ordering Session
This is where the magic happens. Instead of just sending you a link and leaving you to decide alone, we’ll walk through your images with you (virtually) in a private reveal session. Together, we’ll select the photographs you love most and choose how you want them to live - as wall art, albums, or other print products.
Step 4 – Creating Legacy Artwork
Your portraits aren’t complete until they become something tangible. Whether it’s a handcrafted album, a stunning framed print, or a gallery wall for your home, these pieces are designed to be cherished for decades to come.
Investment
Every session begins with a $349 session fee, which includes your consultation, pre-planning, my travel or studio time, the photography session, editing, and gallery preparation. This fee does not include products - because I want you to invest only in the artwork you truly love.
Collections start at $1000 and include options for albums, wall art, and digital files.
Why This Matters
Too often, portraits end up as files lost on a hard drive. That’s not what I want for you.
I believe your images should be more than temporary - they should be artwork you can touch, display, and pass down. Pieces that remind you of this season of life, and that your family will cherish for decades.
That’s why I’ve built this new process: to make photography personal again, and to ensure you walk away with something lasting- a true legacy.
