What to expect
The Process
1) Get Scheduled
Let’s get you on the calendar! Fill out the contact form so we can start planning out a date that works for you and your crew. I am a working mama of three which means my schedule can get a little crazy quickly so please expect to book a few weeks in advance.
2) Planning Session
Before we commit to your date, we’ll have a phone call (I love FaceTime!) to make sure you’re on-board with the style I shoot and to discuss location ideas and any specific shots you want to make sure we grab during the session. This is a great time for us to get to know one another - we’ll chat about music you like, outfit ideas to align to the location and your vibe, and if possible I’d like to quickly meet your crew so they all know my face before our shoot day!
3) The Big Day
Get dressed up and come ready to share some love with your fam! I’ll tend to have a speaker on hand and you can bring a beverage of your choice if you’re feeling it. I promise we’ll have fun and it will be a casual and painless experience for you all! We want to capture authentic moments so we’ll be steering clear of awkward poses and forced smiles. Your face may be sore by the end from all of the laughter and genuine smiling you do throughout the shoot though!
4) Gallery Time
The hard part is over! We captured some beautiful moments and now you get to anxiously await the delivery of your gallery. My turn-around time is 2-3 weeks depending on the time of the year. I know it’s hard to wait to see all the images so I’ll either send you or tag you in a little preview via my social outlets a week or less after the shoot!
Have more questions? I have answers!
What is a “lifestyle” shoot?
A lifestyle shoot is all about capturing you being you! My goal is to deliver you a gallery of images showcasing authentic moments between you and your family. We’ll explore, dance, hug, and play games so that the interaction is similar to how you all are together every day! And don’t worry - we can still capture that photo that grandma wants for her Christmas card!
How do we select a location?
Teamwork! If you have somewhere in mind that means a lot to you and your family, let me know! If you’d prefer I provide some suggestions, then I’m happy to do so. We’ll just chat about the vibe you’re going for as a starting point and then nail down a location from there.
How do I prepare my kids for a photoshoot?
I’ve got you covered mama! Bring some healthy snacks in case they get cranky when their blood sugar is low and let them know in advance what we’ll be doing! Sometimes it’s helpful to offer a reward for cooperation during the shoot but don’t feel the need to bribe them between photos - we’ll get some great moments without the candy!
When do you typically schedule the photoshoot?
It’s all about light! If we’re doing a lifestyle session in your home then we’ll want to schedule it when you have the most natural light throughout the house. If we’re shooting outdoors, the dreamiest photos are captured around sunset (or sunrise if you and your crew are early risers)!
How do I style myself and my family?
I would follow my mentor’s feedback on this and suggest that you start with mom’s outfit! Choose an outfit that makes you feel gorgeous and that you’re comfortable in and then go from there! Flowing clothing with texture or subtle patterns photographs beautifully! From there just choose complimentary hues for your family that align with the vibe you are hoping for in your images!
What if my family isn’t in to taking photos?
This won’t be a stuffy session where you get stuck in weird poses and are asked to smile with your eyes! We’re going to walk, dance and play games so that it’s really not about you interacting with me, but you interacting with one another! We’ll create magic just by letting you all enjoy hanging out together.
Ready to book?
I can’t wait to meet you, spend some time with you, and send you a gallery of beautiful images you can’t stop looking at!