engagements + family

Not your average sessions

One of my favorite things about engagement and family sessions, is that they can be so much more than just posing for a camera.

The goal is to document your experiences - whether it takes you out of your comfort zone to try something new, or to enjoy the simple, small things that maybe you don’t notice in the crazy day-to-day.

HOW IT WORKS

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HOW IT WORKS //

Step 01:

Pick your session aesthetic

There are three aesthetics to choose from.

  • THE EDITORIAL FLASH SESSION:

    These sessions are more directed, but till let you breathe and have fun.

    We’ll be using camera flash, finding natural shadows or sunlight, and really playing with the location.

    WHO ARE THESE SESSIONS FOR?

    Couples and families that want photos that are more non-traditional and a little funky.

  • THE ADVENTURE SESSION:

    This session is if you want something a little more traditional to a family or couples session- some posed photos and candids but in a location that you love or is a new place you’re hoping to visit.

    WHO ARE THESE SESSIONS FOR?

    Couples and families that really love the traditional photos (family group shots, posing/direction, etc) but also want some nice candids.

  • THE DOCUMENTARY SESSION:

    This session is where I’m a fly on the wall - no posing or direction. You are leading the session by living in the moment of your chosen activity. This is to capture real, documentary moments that aren’t brought about by posing or direction.

    WHO ARE THESE SESSIONS FOR?

    Couples and families that maybe dislike the traditional aspect of sessions - you want real, authentic, raw moments documented without fake chortling or saying “cheeeeeeese” to the camera. These are personally my favorite sessions to do.

Step 02: Pick your session date/time

When I’m about to do a family session of my own, I’m SO excited to get new photos to print out, gawk at how cute my kid is, and make them every device background.

But one thing I know is that life moves fast. Kids grow (literally) overnight, maybe you’re growing your hair out, or one minute you're engaged and the next your five months into being married. I wanted the Choose Your Adventure Sessions to be flexible.

So, you have the option to do your one-hour session on one day, or to split it into two different days. Maybe you want to do a 30 minute in the spring and then a 30 minute in the autumn, or have it be couples photos in the summer, and a bigger family session in the winter when family is around.

Sessions will take place at your choosing in Auburn, Skaneateles or Aurora.

The M&M’s engagement session

The M&M’s family session

Step 03: Answer your questions (rapid fire)

How much do you charge? Sessions begin at $1,200.00

How long are sessions? 60-90 minutes.


How many images do we receive? ~250 digital photographs, and your choice of 25 photos taken on 35mm film or 10 polaroids.

What is the turnaround time? Your full gallery is sent within 14 days after the session through an online gallery, where you can download, share and order prints. Film photos may be a little delayed with processing.

A family of three having a picnic on a blanket outside, with a woman, a man, and a young girl enjoying time together near a stone wall and large flowering bushes on a sunny day.

“I have some more questions.”

(spoiler: I have some answers)

  • These sessions take place in Auburn, Skaneateles, Ithaca, and Aurora.

    Locations in other places will be a small travel fee.

  • I always try to have my couple choose where they would like to go that feels natural, and also allows them to make it feel like a date rather than a session. If you love to read, we’ll head to a bookshop; if you love to cook, we you can make dinner at home! Whatever feels like fun for you.

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    • Scroll down and fill out the form.

    • These sessions are tailor made for you, so I’d love to schedule a time to meet and quickly chat about your plans, possible locations and activities, and dates that work best.

    • I’ll send over a questionnaire that goes over some the of ethos behind the session - why you’re choosing now, your favorite places to go. It’s a great starting point to figuring out how to get photos that match your personalities and comfort level.

Check out my Session Guide to find out which style you should choose

Step 04: I’m ready to sign up!

Yay, I’m so excited! Fill out the following form then look out for an email from me in the next few hours.