maternity

When your pregnant and anxiously awaiting a precious newborn...9 months seems like a lifetime. But then, before you know your pregnancy experience is over. A maternity session is the perfect way to capture all of the wonder and beauty of your growing belly. You will never fully remember how you looked or felt during your pregnancy, that is unless you have gorgeous pictures to account for those 9 months. This maternity session will perfectly preserve all your beauty and all those miraculous little details forever.

Maternity Sessions are outdoor sessions only. They typically last 1-2 hours, bring a variety of clothing including your favorite jeans, a tight t-shirt or tank, a skirt or dress and your favorite maternity outfit...you can even bring those sweat pants you've been living in for the last 3 months!

Your significant other is encouraged to participate in the portraits with you and be part of the experience! I also encourage siblings and pets as well, however the focus of a maternity session is always that beautiful belly. Maternity sessions are ideally scheduled between 32-36 weeks of pregnancy, but can be scheduled all the way up until your due date.

Maternity and Newborn Portrait Sessions can be purchased as a gift for the expectant mother. Gift certificates are a thoughtful shower gift that the mother-to-be will cherish for a lifetime. Please inquire about the new Baby Registry where expecting parents can register for investment towards their upcoming baby plan sessions!

There is no sitting fee for a maternity session. Minimum purchases apply, see investment page for more pricing details.

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newborn

The moments you have with your newborn are numbered...before you know it, your baby is rolling over, crawling and then walking! And you find yourself saying "where did the time go!" A newborn session allows you to relive those moments you miss so much later in life... their tiny fingers and toes, that gental sigh of satisfaction after a feeding, their tiny body curled up in your arms....so precious!

Newborns are my favorite subject. They are so tiny and peaceful, allowing me to pose them in the most natural and beautiful positions. The goal of a newborn session is to replicate the peacefulness and flexibility your baby still posseses from the womb. That is why it is important to book your newborn session before baby is born... I know you can't predict the birth day, but we can reserve a day (normally the weekend after your due date) to give us an idea of when to plan for the session. I am extremely flexible when scheduling newborns and I keep weekday evenings open exclusively to newborn sessions. Remember it is never too early to book a newborn session.

If you are given an induction or c-section date, the actual session date can be booked in advance. Regardless of a planned birth day or a surprise birth day, I will mark your due date and expect a call from you as soon as baby arrives!

It is recommended to get newborn pictures taken within the first 5 days of birth. "Fresh" newborns (3-5 days old) are best because they are less likely to be disturbed while sleeping, they are more "pliable" and less likely to have newborn acne and colic which usually flares up around 10 days of age.

Older newborns tend to sleep less, potty more and do not curl up as easily.

I know that leaving the house with a newborn and a tired mom is rough, but my in-home studio is a warm, quite relaxing environment, complete with a nursing room for mom and a couch for dad. Most parents kick back and just watch their little one in the spot light.

Each newborn session is different. It’s not uncommon for the session to last three hours, allowing plenty of time for feedings and comforting.

see baby plan page

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baby

Milestone sessions are typically taken at

3 months

6 months

9 months

1 year

These sessions are fun and stress-free: no crowds, no waiting, no time limits. Baby gets time to warm up and time to take breaks and play. Ther are no set number of poses and no cheesey props. Simply your babies natural playfulness and personality is captured.

These sessions are taken in studio, outdoors or both. Ask about the bubble bath session at 9 months and the cake smash session at 1 year.

family and children

children & family

No pressure to get the perfect shot, no dragging your children to the mall during nap time, no waiting in line, and no forced smiles! My studio is a very comfortable place, where your children are free to laugh and play. The studio consists of two rooms: one is the studio and the other is a sitting area with toys and videos. I like to give children plenty of time to warm up to me and get used my camera. During children and family portrait sessions, I take a mixture of formal and candid shots. I capture all of the little details. Sessions are spontaneous, relaxed, and fun!

I love to capture family interaction: all the kids laughing at daddy being silly, mommy wiping the tears or everyone embraced in a hug. I think those are the moments that should be cherished.

Family sessions are taken outdoors, and I recommend during the months of May, June, September and October, which are more mild in temperature. Holiday cards can be ordered anytime, they are custom made and delivery takes about 2 weeks. Holiday cards are free to all Family and Couple sessions during the months of October and November.

Baby Plan Customers can schedule family sessions the same day as a milestone session or on a separate day.

Same Day Sessions: do not require a $200 minimum

Separate Day Sessions: do require a $200 minimum

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engagment

in love

Couple and engagement portraits are some of my favorite sessions. They are relaxed, spontaneous, intimate, and fun! Just plan on showing up and having fun. You won't even notice I'm there. Like all portrait sessions I will do a mixture of formal and candid shots in a location that is special to you as a couple or if you don't have a place in mind I know several beatiful and fun locations. No matter if you are a newly engaged couple or marriage of 50 years, what better way capture your personality, your spirit, and your love, forever than a portrait session capturing that keepsake.

Holiday cards are free to all Family and Couple sessions during the months of October and November.

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