what to expect

Family Sessions

Before you get to the details, I wanted to share a little bit about my process and what you can expect from working with me. I photograph with a mix of film and digital for family sessions but rely heavily on film to accomplish my style and tones. Working with film is a slow and laid back process because there are only 16 shots per roll. This allows me to create a relaxed environment with little breaks built into the session where you can have a moment to reset and take a breath while I change out the film.

Sometimes when parents reach out they are worried that their child won’t last for an hour of taking pictures. If that’s a concern for you, I’d like to explain how my sessions might be different to what you’re used to. My goal is to capture your family in a way that feels authentic to you and a true reflection of your love for each other. To help facilitate this, I’ll direct you in a way that feels comfortable and familiar. I’ll have you do all the things you would do together if I weren’t there – interacting, playing, making each other laugh and being in the moment together. Of course we will get photos of you smiling at the camera as well but a lot of the session will hopefully feel like I’m not even there. 

I understand that family photos are an investment of your time, money and energy. But I also know that it all goes by so quickly and these photos will gain in value to you as the years progress. I consider my job to be an important part of preserving your legacy, cementing these moments into your consciousness and creating something tangible for you to hold on to. I hope my work allows you to see your love and family as art – something to hang on the walls and pass down to your children and grandchildren. 

I work best with people who understand and appreciate what I create – families who want to spend some time interacting together, not just smiling at the camera. If you connect with my work, I would love to chat further and hear more about your family.