Maternity & Newborn Portraits

The short answer: it depends! I no longer tie my portrait collections with a specific session time. This is because after photographing hundreds of maternity, family, and newborn sessions over the years, I've come to find that every session requires a different amount of shooting time. What's most important is the end result we create--the art! I'll be able to determine when the session is complete once we have captured what we needed. Family and maternity sessions will typically last 30-60 minutes and newborns 90-120 minutes.

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We're awkward and my kids don't sit still. Will our photos turn out okay?

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If picking out outfits for photos takes you back to your high school days when you literally tried on everything in your closet and piled it on your bed but still felt like you had nothing to wear, you're in luck. 

I put together an extensive outfit suggestion guide with tips for every member of the family.

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What should we wear? 

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The sooner the better! My calendar fills up quickly, so the sooner you reach out, the more likely you are to get your desired date!  
I recommend booking maternity sessions between weeks 30-35. And newborn sessions are best before 21 days old. I tentatively reserve for your due date, and then adjust my calendar once baby arrives.
To reserve your date, we'll need a contract as well as a deposit. And if something comes up and you need to change your date, just let us know! 

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How far in advance should we book?

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Submit your inquiry through my booking link, and I will follow up with more info and availability. You'll be able to select a date and time from an attached calendar link. Then I'll send over your customized proposal that will include your agreement, invoice, and portrait session guide. Your creative fee will act as a non refundable retainer to to secure your session date and time.

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How do i book a session?

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