Documentary Style Family Portraits
Relaxed, authentic, true to you
For wild-hearted families who want it all - happy kids, stress-free parents, and beautiful photos
Your babies are growing up SO FAST. You want to get family pictures done but getting them to sit still is nearly impossible. They're going to end up in tears (and so will you!)
If only the photographer saw what you saw. If only you could go on an adventure, have fun and just be yourselves. Wouldn't that be perfect?
I'm here to tell you that you can have it all! Happy children, stress-free parents and beautiful photos.
LET'S PRESERVE YOUR EVERYDAY MAGIC
Hi I'm Brittany~
planner, adventurer, photographer and friend to little humans
Family sessions have my heart. They're my favorite and I mean that! Sessions with me are fun, relaxed, and just a plain old good time. Your littles are my clients too! It's my job to make sure they're having a good time and can be themselves without feeling uncomfortable, awkward, or bored.
During our time together, we will laugh, play, and explore. You will be minimally posed and offered prompts and gentle direction to encourage natural, comfortable interactions and genuine smiles.
A Recipe for a Great Session
Fun Activities and Prompts In Place of Stiff Poses
Especially with young children, planning is paramount! When we choose locations and/or activities that are fun and engaging, we get happy kids. Happy kids make for happy parents and a happy family makes for beautiful photos. Fun prompts fill in the gaps to make the real smiles happen.
Guides with Tips for a Successful Shoot
Outfit inspiration, individualized location recommendations and custom activities help to ensure you'll look great, feel confident and most importantly - have fun!
A Portrait Experience Tailored to Your Family
Pre session consultations are my secret weapon! Before we finalize any details, I will meet with your family to talk about your vision, your style, and anything you may want to plan ahead for. Getting to know you before our session date allows us to be more comfortable with each other and gives me the chance to make friends with my youngest clients - those friendships matter!
I. Introductions
After you inquire, we will schedule a pre-session consultation. For sessions that will be in the home, it's always nice to have the consultation there so that I can get a look at the lighting and the space. During the consultation, we will go over the details of your session. At this time I would love introduce myself to your child/children. Building relationships with all my clients (even the smallest ones) is very important to me!
II. During the Session
My goal during your session is to document your family interactions as honestly and genuinely as possible. I will give you some direction and engage your family in fun prompts and games to allow for natural, comfortable smiles and avoid stiff or awkward posing. We are going to have the best time together!
III. Afterwards
I will curate your images to best tell the story of your family and of our time together. You can expect a gallery of anywhere between 40-80 images. Turnaround time for your gallery is about two weeks from the time of your session. When your gallery is finished, I'll send you an email to a password-protected online gallery with a download code so you can download your images.
HOW TO PREPARE FOR YOUR SESSION
Wardrobe Inspiration and Tips
The wardrobe you select will make a huge impact on the final appearance of your photographs. In general, I recommend picking one or two brighter, bolder color choices supplemented with softer neutrals. Begin by choosing a color palette and coordinate your family's outfits, but try not to match. Avoid logos, text, and conflicting patterns.
What to Wear: Moms
Dresses are always beautiful because they flatter every female body. I recommend dresses that are longer with flowy, textured fabric.
What to Wear: Dads
Keep it simple and neutral. Solid shades of gray, white, beige, soft blues and greens. Button downs, henley shirts and soft t-shirts are always good choices.
What to Wear: Kids
Say YES to simple, classic pieces! If you have multiple children, I recommend coordinating their outfits vs. matching them. Choose one element (such as a favorite dress or shirt) and work around that piece, pulling colors and textures. Comfort is key for happy children!
INVESTMENT OPTIONS
STANDARD SESSION
$500
package includes:
45-60 minutes of shooting
Password-protected online gallery
$100 print credit towards framed portraits from your session
EXTENDED SESSION
$800
package includes:
2-3 hours of shooting
Password-protected online gallery
$125 print credit towards framed prints from your session
FIRST YEAR OF LIFE COLLECTION
contact me for details
package includes:
Maternity Session
In-home lifestyle newborn session
6-month or 1-year baby mini session
Standard length family session
"There are no words to describe how incredibly happy I am with Brittany's beautiful work. She was so amazing to work with and these couldn’t have come out any more perfect. They are everything I hoped they would be and more."
Hayes Family
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I order prints through you?
Yes! I offer albums as well as archival framed images. Reach out via the contact if you're a past client interested in ordering from your session or inquire at booking.
Can I share the link to my gallery with others?
Your gallery link and download pin may be shared with whomever you wish, as many times as you like while your images are available.
How long do I have to download my images?
Your images will be hosted in your online gallery for three (3) months from the date of delivery. After that they will be removed to save storage space.
I want to access my images again but they are no longer available. What can I do?
If anything happens to your files or you need to download your images past the three-month storage timeframe, your images can be reposted for a $50 fee.