Family Portraits
Life moves fast, and families are constantly growing and changing. Whether you’re celebrating a brand-new baby, capturing the chaotic magic of the toddler years, or simply documenting your family together as everyone gets older, these sessions are all about real connection.
Forget stiff, stressful posing or trying to force everyone to “act natural” on command. My family sessions are kept light, fun, and easygoing and include relaxed, lifestyle moments. We’ll capture a mix of timeless framed portraits and genuine, candid interactions in a comfortable outdoor setting or the comfort of your home.
No pressure, no mandatory purchasing minimums—just beautiful, lasting memories of your family exactly as you are right now.
Let's Connect
Ready to capture this season of your family’s story?
Every family is unique, and I’d love to learn more about yours. Get in touch today to check open dates, ask questions, or start planning your session!
Family sessions are scheduled flexibly throughout the year. I typically respond to all inquiries within 24–48 hours
Simple, All-Inclusive Pricing
I believe portrait pricing should be straightforward and transparent. Your session fee covers everything: from personalized location planning and shooting time to a complete gallery of final, hand-edited, high-resolution digital files with full print release. What you see is what you get: a complete collection of your story without mandatory order minimums.
The Classic Session
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Best for varied looks, outfit changes, and multiple backdrops
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* Up to 90 minutes of shooting time
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* 1–2 nearby locations
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* Up to 3–4 outfits
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* Complete high-resolution digital gallery + print release (30–40+ edited images)
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* Integrated gallery shop access for seamless ordering
The Simple Session
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Best for a quick, streamlined, single-look portrait session
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* Up to 45 minutes of shooting time
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* 1 location
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* 1-2 outfits
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* Complete high-resolution digital gallery + print release (20+ edited images)
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* Integrated gallery shop access for seamless ordering
Looking for something specific or a multi-season package? Custom options are available upon request.
FAQs
Your fee covers pre-session planning, time on location, hand-editing of your images, and full access to download every high-resolution digital file in your final gallery with a print release. There are no hidden fees or required image purchases.
A 50% non-refundable retainer and signed contract are required to lock in your date. The remaining balance is due 48 hours prior to your session. Payments are processed securely online via credit card through your client portal (cash or check also accepted).
Outdoor sessions are scheduled around ‘golden hour’—roughly 1 to 2 hours before sunset or just after sunrise. This provides the softest, most flattering light. Exact start times vary throughout the year based on the season.
Whether you want lush natural greenery, golden fields, or sleek urban brick and architecture, I’m happy to recommend vetted spots around the Indianapolis area that match your style.
Wear outfits that make you feel comfortable and confident! For family sessions, I recommend choosing a cohesive color palette with coordinating solid tones rather than perfectly matching outfits or loud, competing patterns.
Absolutely! If you have a special item, sentimental prop, or specific pose idea in mind, just let me know ahead of time. I love incorporating personal touches into your session.
I monitor forecasts closely. If rain or severe weather threatens our shoot, we will coordinate to adjust our time slot slightly or move your session to a mutually agreed-upon rain date. (And don’t worry about overcast skies—clouds act as a soft, gorgeous natural light diffuser!)
Every image is meticulously color-corrected and hand-edited to ensure the highest quality. Your private online gallery will be delivered directly to your inbox within 2 to 3 weeks of your shoot date.
Standard professional retouching is included with every image (stray hairs, temporary skin blemishes, light shine removal, tone, and color correction). Advanced manipulation such as background element removal or extensive alterations is available upon request for $25 per image.