Of course! People often include their dogs, but I’m open to working with other animals.

I include a pet guide in my client resources so we can make this a seamless process.

I primarily favor lifestyle photographer over traditional portraiture. This style focuses on natural, candid moments.

I use prompts instead of posing- suggesting ways you can interact with each other and the environment to encourage genuine connection.

While I work in some in-door locations, I don’t do studio work or ornate set designs. Working in an everyday setting adds layers to the storytelling element of lifestyle photography.

Finally, I almost exclusively work with natural light. Natural lighting is universally flattering and helps to achieve a softer aesthetic. I have experience with flash photography, but that is often reserved for events.

Facilitating a session in this way feels more organic and enables me to capture those micro-seconds of emotion that make your photos FEEL sentimental.

I use professional editing tools to achieve my ever-evolving editing style. Over the years, I’ve carefully curated an aesthetic that is inspired by film photography.

I love incorporating slightly warmer tones to create a cozier feel to your images. I intentionally balance texture and softness to add layers of interest to your photos.

I routinely conduct some detailed edits (removing distracting elements in the background, temporary blemishes on the skin, etc). I don’t do extensive edits, such as head swapping and body modification.

The time of day can impact the undertones of your images. Morning light is soft and has a blueish tone. This light is deal for a soft, tranquil, or even refreshing vibe.

By contrast, late afternoon light is a little more intense, and has a yellow/orange tone. This lighting creates a vibrant, ,energetic, and sometimes romantic emotion in your photos (think “golden hour”).

I like to avoid direct over head light because it can cast harsh, unflattering shadows.

With these things in mind, I typically schedule photos between 7-10AM, and 2-6PM- depending on the time of year.

I stick to this rule of thumb, even when scheduling in-door sessions.

In general, I ask that clients book at least two weeks in advance. This gives us plenty of time to communicate and plan for your session.

During the busy spring and fall seasons, it’s a good idea to book at least a month in advance. These are both popular seasons for photo sessions, and I tend to book out quickly during this time of year.

My schedule frequently changes, so it’s worth asking about last-minute availability if you need photos ASAP. I can’t guarantee a spot, but I do my best to accommodate all inquiries.

I offer year-round mini packages. These sessions are 30 minutes long, with a guarantee of at least 15 edited photos. You are welcome to book this package as it suits you.

I also conduct themed minis multiple times a year. These sessions incorporate a specific theme or aesthetic. Props, dates, and locations are chosen ahead of time. Examples include wildflower minis, apple picking minis, and hot cocoa minis.

I give all my clients access to my resource center where you can view my client look book. This will give you 40+ outfit ideas and style guidelines for your session.

As a general rule, neutrals photograph well. They’re timeless and lighter colors help bounce light into the face, making your skin look brighter. Bright colors near your face (i.e. your shirt), can cause a color cast on your face- reflecting that color in your skin tone.

Patterns are great and add interest in the photos, but I’d limit it to one or two patterns and pull the rest of your colors from those patterns. Unless you’re going for a matchy look (i.e family Christmas PJs), I would also avoid duplicate outfits.

Textures photograph well and add so much in a more subtle way. Knits, chiffon, suede, corduroy, and denim are all great options.