Simply the Best Wayne County has to offer.
Experience real interaction and connection through guided prompts instead of stagnant posing. Genuine moments and authenticity are what I am all about. But also beauty…the beauty of love, the beauty of self, the beauty of being able to freeze a moment in time, the beauty of just being.
Everyone deserves to exist in photos. Let’s connect and capture your existence.
“Don’t ever save anything for a special occasion. Being alive is the special occasion.” Michael Bliss
What You Get
Choice of two session lengths
Short & Sweet Sessions are simple and the most uncomplicated way to capture your child or family. One outfit, one location….boom, you’re done! I’ll direct you from beginning to end to make it as painless as possible. Short & Sweet sessions are about 20 minutes and usually yield around 30 images.
Adventure Sessions allow more time to build on the basics with double the session time - more poses, locations, and an outfit change (or two). Adventure sessions are great for storytelling (i.e. books/albums, walls collages), capturing children that may take a little more time to warm up, or when you just simply want more options to choose from. Adventure sessions are 45-60 minutes and usually yield 50+ images.
Guided styling
From location to outfit selection, I’ll help walk you through creating the right look for your photo shoot to match your personalities or interests. I love when clients come with their own ideas, but am happy to lend you my creative mind! Not sure of location? No problem! I have online location galleries you can peruse or can make recommendations based on what you’re looking for. No sure what to wear? No problem! You can even give me a budget and I’ll do the shopping for you or provide you with a list of designers I love to check out.
Online Gallery
Most galleries are ready 7-10 days after your session. Receive a personalized viewing gallery that you can share with friends and family so that they have easy access to your images (without nagging you to print ones for them!) Your gallery is enabled for 90 days and anyone you chose to share with gets the same access that you have (view/download/order capabilities).
All your images
Every Short & Sweet or Adventure session includes all the edited hi-res images via download through your online viewing gallery. You get to keep all your images and never again have to leave one behind. Your gallery is also connected to an interactive professional print lab, or use the included print release to print through a lab of your choice. Technology not your strong suit? Add a USB onto your package in addition to the online gallery for a nominal fee.
Experience
Get 16 years of experience brought to your session. Clients will often tell you they can’t believe what I am able to capture during sessions. I work quickly and focus on playful interactions over “sit still and just say cheese” style instructions. I pride myself on being able to capture images with even the toughest of little clients. Everyone gives off subtle clues as to what makes them tick, and picking up on them is my specialty. Even if you don’t think your session is going well, remember, kids are unpredictable and they all have “moments”. I promise you I will get images you will forever cherish, even if your session feels like it isn’t going exactly as planned.
Thoughtfully styled sets, unique locations, and client closet access
I hate doing everything just like every other photographer, so I aim to make what I create unique for every single client. My prop collection is HUGE after sixteen years in business and I provide every client with a unique set design based on the wardrobe they select. I rarely, if ever, do the exact same set twice. Clients may also use a thoughtfully curated client wardrobe (available at no additional cost) for newborns to size 2 (boy and girl) plus a separate collection of couture dresses for little girls size one up to fourteen.
Baby Client Closet Gallery (coming soon)
Professionalism
I’m quick to respond to emails and won’t leave you hanging. I also run by the adage that 15 minutes early, is late. I know how to get rid of a double chin. And I can always tell you how to pose your hands (or just pose in general to flatter your figure the most). Galleries are delivered in a timely manner. All the horror stories you hear about part-time photographers? You don’t have to worry about any of that happening when you hire me.
Availability…..
Wayne County:
The studio was opened in 2008 in Smithville, Ohio and remains our “home base”. For the most part, weekends are reserved for shooting in this area. During peak season (May-October), I am often booked a month or more in advance of available dates, so be sure to contact us with plenty of time to ensure you are able to secure a spot.
Stark/Carroll/Tuscarawas Counties: I moved a few years back and now live in a tiny town that essentially connects these three counties. During the week, I shoot sessions around this specific area.
Other areas: Travel sessions are offered as my schedule allows, including out of state. I do travel to many other areas. Please ask for a quote specific to your location.
Secret the Unicorn - I get many requests for sessions with Secret. As of now, she is only available on a limited number or dates throughout the summer. You can get added to the contact list for the next upcoming season by filling out the form below. These do sell out every year, so you need to be on the list for a chance to grab a spot!
Limited Edition {Mini Sessions}
Not your average “mini session”. Ours feature elaborate set designs or specialty themes, offered on specific dates throughout the year and most major holidays. These themes are also not the same themes you see every photographer offering. Visit the Limited Edition portfolio page to view past themes. Sessions have special package pricing for each event.
