This session captures more than a photograph. It captures the season you are in, the personalities that are unfolding and the relationships that make this time matter.
Wether your children are expressive, quiet, curious, bold or still finding their voice, they will be photographed as they truly are. Nothing is forced. Nothing is rushed.
Your portraits become a record of their childhood that you will look on when they are older and different, or when this season is behind you.
This experience is for families who want portraits that reflect who their children genuinely are right now. Not the version asked to smile on cue. Not the version dressed to match. The real version.
It is for parents who want to remember the shapes of their children at this age, their expressions, their humour, their seriousness or the way they lean into you when they are tired.
It is for families who are growing, settling, blending, rebuilding or simply wanting to create a record of this moment before it changes.
Because it will change.
Your children will stretch, shift and evolve. You will look back at these portraits and remember who they were becoming and who you were becoming alongside them.

During your session:
Parents are guided into flattering, comfortable positioning. Children are photographed both individually and together. Small in-between moments are captured not just the "expected" ones.
Nothing is rushed, repeated or demanded.
Your session begins with time to settle in. We allow children to warm up at their pace, without pressure to pose, smile or perform. When everyone is comfortable, we begin photographing gently, using direction when needed and stepping back when connection unfolds naturally.
The session flows with your family's energy. If children need a break, we pause. If meaningful interaction appears, we stay with it.
Instead of capturing the version everyone thinks they're supposed to present, we photograph what is actually there.
Real expressions.
Real closeness.
Real personalities.
This the record of who they are right now.



Your Kids & Families session includes:
We learn about your family dynamic, your children's personalities and what matters most to preserve in this season.
No forced posing, no pressure to smile, no repeated takes to "get it right". Direction is given gently so everyone feels comfortable and natural.
Every child as they are. Siblings together. Parents with children. And, the full family connection.
Your portraits are shown thoughtfully so decisions feel clear and enjoyable.
Beautifully printed pieces designed to live in your home and be passed forward.
This is not about capturing who everyone is expected to be. It is about preserving who they are right now.
This includes:
Your planning consultation.
A relaxed portrait session.
Guided direction throughout.
Your reveal appointment.
Access to fine art print collections.
Most families choose to invest in artwork they can display in their home, pass forward or hold as part of their family archieve.
Artwork begins at $1,975
Clients typically invest $2,800-$5,000
There is no obligation at any point. You simply choose the portraits you love.
There is no need to arrive polished, prepared or "ready". Your children can be expressive, quiet, unsure or full of energy. Every version is welcome.
This session allows you to pause time for a moment, and create something your family will look back on when these years feel distant.
When you're ready, reserve your date.
A meaningful beginning to a portrait you'll cherish for years.

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