This complimentary pre-session consultation lets us get to know you and your family, and helps us to envision the ideas that you have for your portraits.  We will talk about your family, your home and decor, as well as go over clothing options and let you know how to prepare for your session.  We would love to meet with you In person at the studio so you can see what we're all about, or speak with you over the phone, or even chat via email. 


- Sessions are available in our natural light studio (10:00 a.m. until one hour before dusk, depending on the season) and outdoors at our studio - OR - on-location at a destination of your choice.  If you are interested in on-location sessions but don't have a specific place in mind, let us suggest some of our favorite scenic locations.

- Mini-Sessions last approximately 20 minutes and Full-Sessions last up to one hour.  Newborn sessions last up to two hours.  Please make every attempt to arrive on time. If you are going to be late, please notify us and understand that if there is an appointment scheduled after yours, this may shorten your portrait session.  The pace of the session is dictated by the child, family or pet.  Some children are less outgoing than others, so it may take a little longer for them to warm-up. There is ALWAYS time for a break, a snack or feeding and clothing changes.  Our clients have access to our kitchen for heating up a bottle, or other private areas for quiet feeding time.  Our sessions are relaxed and casual, but most importantly FUN!  I have several clients who tell me after leaving the studio that their little one wants to know when they can come back to "play" or that they had SO MUCH FUN that they can't wait to come back! 

- Our sessions are shot in a "documentary" style, meaning while we may do some "light" posing or directing, we prefer to watch your child, interact with them and document their true personality - those moments and giggles that you want to hold on to forever.  Being parents ourselves, we realize how fast little ones grow up...and we want to capture these moments for you - naturally! 

- Please understand that it is not necessary for a child to show a toothy smile for every image!  Some of the most soulful images are captured when children are NOT smiling and their eyes are at their fullest.  I enjoy capturing personalities as they really are, whether it be silly, sassy or just plain ornery.  I love the expressions I am able to capture – from bright eyes and big smiles to sad little pouts.

- If your child is feeling under the weather, we do ask that you call the studio to reschedule your session.  Through our experience, we have learned that even the happiest of children can get thrown for a loop if they are feeling miserable.  And feeling miserable, no matter what age, will reflect in your portraits. 

- Please take into consideration your child's nap time and bed time (evening sessions) when booking your session.  Most children do best late morning to early afternoon, and will become fussy and non-cooperative when they are tired (just like adults!).  It also helps to feed them prior to their session, or bring along a favorite snack just-in-case.


Our business hours are Monday - Friday, 10:00am - 5:00pm and Weekends by Appointment only.  We do offer evening sessions in summer and fall after 5:00pm.

All of our sessions, consultations, ordering and pick-ups are by appointment only - this means no waiting in line and no rushed sessions, thus I can give you and your family my undivided attention.  I prefer to personally meet with each client to address you and your family's individual needs. 

Most of our clients plan to invest between $300-$600 on the creation of their portraits.  Please keep in mind that every client's needs are different, while some may invest more, some may invest less.

After your session is complete, we will schedule a viewing and ordering appointment for you.  This appointment helps us to address the individual needs of your family.  During your ordering appointment, you will be offered refreshments and once you are comfortable, your images will be projected larger than life!  We will help you with the complete ordering process, answer any questions you may have about prints or products, show you samples of products and help you to make final decisions on the best images to adorn your home with.  This is the most fun part of your portrait creation, so feel free to bring along family & friends!  Please come prepared and make sure all decision makers are present.  Children are always welcome.