Family Photos!
But make it real life.
Lifestyle photography means no stiff posing, no stressing about outfits (unless you have a vision!), and no forced smiles.
These photos capture you and your family doing whatever you do, however you do it. Play, rest, explore, snuggle…. these are the moments that are precious to families as they grow, and become heirlooms to pass onto the next generation.
The Process
I love to notice those sweet moments (like this one which was not posed or prompted at all) and give you a glimpse into what your beautiful family looks like from an outside perspective.
We meet in an outdoor space that you enjoy — woods, beach, field, trail (or your own backyard) — and just explore a little. We’ll be chatting a bit, I might give suggestions on which way to go next, and if you want some photos with everyone looking at the camera, we try our best to get those “cheese” images.
I’m happy to work with your vision! Maybe you want breastfeeding photos to honor your nursing relationship. Maybe you want some of just the kids, or just the grown-ups, or to make sure you each have an individual image…let’s do it! I love a challenge!
I’m also happy to wander around and take the photos that happen candidly and spontaneously. It’s all beautiful to me.
Let’s get you in the photo too!
You might have 215 photos of your toddler from a single morning, but how many of those are you in too? How often do you get to see the way you look at each other?
You deserve to have beautiful images of yourself with the people you love.
Outdoor, full sessions — Family or Pregnancy
— $375
What’s included?
1 hour session
Outdoor locations or your home within a 30 minute drive from Portland, Maine. I will travel further for an additional fee.
One family unit
1-3 adults plus kids.
Extended-family sessions with more than 3 adults (grandparents, friends, etc.) are $475 and include 75+ images.
All the best images
Typically between 50-75 high resolution digital files. Delivered via a private online gallery within 3-4 weeks of your session date. You have the option to easily purchase prints, cards, or wall art through the gallery as desired.
Guidance on outfits
I will give some general guidance of what might look good depending on the season and location. If you have a vision - go for it. If you don’t want to worry about special outfits, great! Wear what you would normally wear and we will take photos that represent your real life.
Celebrating the childbearing year
As a birth worker, I have a special place in my heart for pregnancy, birth, and the tender months that follow.
I would love celebrate your growing belly and growing family with you! You’re in the right place!
If you’re looking for birth or fresh 48 photos, this page will tell you more about that process.
And if you’re looking for an in-home newborn session for those early days/weeks, go here!
Once you feel like you’re out of the postpartum bubble and ready to get outside, we can call it a “family” photo session.
Follow the steps below to book your session!
You will:
1. Choose your date and time, 2. Choose your session type, 3. Sign the contract, 4. Pay the deposit, and then I’ll be in touch to finalize the details!
Or, if you need a different date, or have a question? Fill out the contact form here!