A PEEK INTO THE EXPERIENCE
1. THE FIRST HELLO
Let's spark the beginning of something beautiful. Reach out to me and share your vision - this is where your story with me begins.
2. DEEP DIVE INTO THE DETAILS
We'll dream together, uncovering what matters most so your session feels true to you. This is when you will receive a questionnaire from me and have the opportunity to book a complimentary consultation, I will review your answers and be in touch at your desired time.
3. SECURE YOUR MAGICAL MOMENT - I'M ALL YOURS
Lock in your date, sign the dotted line, pay your retainer, and get ready to create something unforgettable. I'll send you a helpful guide for preparing yourself, your partner, your children, grandparents, etc.
4. WHEN THE DUST SETTLES (AND THE AFTERGLOW REMAINS)
Your gallery arrives (2-12 weeks depending on session type) - full of light, love, and the kind of moments that linger forever.
F.A.Q.
Q: Where are you located?
A: I currently live in Long Beach, CA, however, I excitedly travel to most of my sessions all over Southern California. Some of my favorite places being: Malibu, Laguna Beach, Big Bear, Joshua Tree, + Palm Springs.
Q: What is your style?
A: I would say my style is vibrant + timeless with a strong emphasis on visual aesthetics, true-tone whites + bright, beautiful colors. Inspiration comes to me from our surroundings, 90-00's rom-coms, songs, enchanting lighting, + you!
Q: What is your turnaround time for images?
A: Please allow a minimum of 2-4 weeks for lifestyle sessions + 8-12 weeks for any type of event coverage. Busy season may add up to 1 week for lifestyle sessions and 2weeks for event coverage.
Q: Do you photograph weddings?
A: I do! I am very selective about the weddings I take on each year. Get in contact sooner rather than later because I'd hate to turn you away due to your special day being booked, I have a second-shooter available upon request.
Q: How do you select the images to deliver?
A: I start by weeding out the duplicates, test shots, mid- expressions/blinks, + any other images that may dilute the quality of the gallery. Once I have narrowed down these images, I send you a link to an online proofing gallery for you to make your selections for final edits.
Q: What are your rates?
A: My rates vary depending on session type, location, duration, persons attending + number of images being delivered. See below for starting rates.
Q: Are retainers refundable?
A: Retainers are non-refundable, they guarantee your session date + time, blocking it off from any other bookings. If you need to change your date/time/location, I am happy to work with you on changing the necessary details. Your retainer goes towards your total balance and can be transferred in the case MOST changes.
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INVESTMENT
If you believe that preserving heartfelt moments matters more than the latest tech or trends, more than things that fade or sit on a shelf... then you’re exactly where you’re meant to be. Because here, we create honest, artful imagery of the ones you love most… made to live on your walls, not in your camera roll. I strive on ensuring you (and everyone you bring) feel comfortable, seen, and taken care of from start to end: we will pick locations and coordinating outfits together, I will send you my guide to creating genuine smiles with your children in front of the camera, and deliver timeless portrait heirlooms for you to cherish and pass down to future generations.
Wall-art, albums, canvases, and other physical artworks available separately, but I am here to help with that too!
Lifestyle portrait collections begin at $429.
Elopement + wedding collections begin at $1,049.
Celebrations/event coverage begin at $600.
In honor of life, love, and loss, I offer complimentary sessions for cancer warriors and their loved ones, as well as mothers mourning the unimaginable loss of a stillborn child. These sessions are a quiet tribute, a way to gently preserve the beauty, strength, and connection that endures even in grief. Please inquire below and fill me in on some soft details.
15% non-refundable retainer is due for portrait sessions. 30% non-refundable retainer is due for celebrations, elopements, + weddings. Payment plans available, total balance due 72 hours before session date. For gift certificates, please reach out to me directly here.
TRAVEL FEES MAY APPLY, VARIES ON PACKAGE TYPE + LOCATION. PRICES MAY BE CHANGED AT ANY TIME + WITHOUT NOTICE.
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