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Timeless Family Portraits to Celebrate Your Unique Story
Our family sessions are more than just photos—they’re about capturing the moments that make your family unique. We create relaxed, natural images that celebrate the bond you share, whether it’s an outdoor adventure or an intimate at-home session. Every session is tailored to reflect your family’s personality and style.
The Family Session Process
Booking & Planning
Family sessions can be booked year-round, but availability fills quickly, especially during peak seasons like spring and fall. If you’re hoping for a session during a specific time of year—such as for holiday cards or golden fall colors—booking 2-3 months in advance is recommended. Once you book, we’ll go over location options, wardrobe styling, and any special details to make your session unique.
The Session
Sessions are laid-back and enjoyable, with a mix of guided poses and candid moments. I’ll help create a natural flow, so you feel comfortable while capturing the love and connection between your family members.
Image Selection
Within 5-10 days after your session, you’ll receive an online gallery to view your proofing images. This is your opportunity to select your favorite portraits and relive the beautiful moments we captured. During this time, you’ll also have the option to order additional digital files and printed products. Once you've submitted your image selections, I will begin the process of hand-editing each chosen image to perfection, ensuring they are polished and timeless.
Final Delivery
Your fully edited images will be ready in about 5-10 days and uploaded to your online gallery for instant download. Prints and heirloom albums are then sent to the lab for printing.
We use Francelles Photography for all of our family portraits and milestones. She is worth it! We are always comfortable, never rushed, and she is so good with our son. My maternity pictures were a dream, she did our newborn pictures and now family pictures. I know I’ll never be disappointed!
Alexa S.
Family Session FAQ
Family sessions can be scheduled year-round, but to ensure availability, especially during busy times like Spring, Fall and Holidays, it’s recommended to book 4-6 weeks in advance.
Family sessions typically focus on your immediate family, including parents and children. This is a wonderful opportunity to capture the love and connection shared in your everyday family moments. If you're looking to include extended family, such as grandparents, aunts, uncles, or cousins, I offer extended family sessions as well. These sessions allow for larger groups and usually take a bit longer to ensure we capture everyone in the family. Just let me know if you're interested in adding extended family to your session!
Yes, of course! I love capturing pets as part of the family. Just let me know in advance so we can plan accordingly, and be sure to bring any necessary items for them, like a leash, favorite toy, and possibly someone not included in the session to help with care when we take photos without your pet included.
Family sessions typically last around 60-90 minutes, depending on the location and the pace of the session. I make sure to allow plenty of time for breaks and to capture everyone at their best.
I’ll send a prep guide before your session, but keeping baby warm, well-fed, and sleepy before arriving helps create a smooth session.
I recommend soft, neutral tones and simple, classic clothing to keep the focus on connection. I also offer a client wardrobe with dresses for moms and children outfits. You will receive a prep and wardrobe guide to help you feel confident and ready for your session.
No problem! I’ve worked with kids of all ages and know how to make sessions fun and relaxed. We’ll go with the flow and let everyone feel comfortable, so even if there’s a moment of reluctance, we’ll still capture beautiful, authentic moments.
Yes, 15 Digital Images, chosen by you, are included in all Family Sessions! Additional digital images and printed items can be purchased after viewing your proofing gallery if desired. Digital Images are delivered via the online gallery and instant download.
Absolutely! You’ll have the option to order professional-quality prints, albums, and other keepsakes directly from your online gallery, ensuring your memories are beautifully preserved.
Family Session
Investment
Your session is more than just a photo shoot—it's an experience designed to capture your most meaningful moments. From the initial consultation to the final product, I’ll guide you every step of the way.
The session fee includes my time, expertise, and access to a curated selection of props and styling options. Each session includes 15 of your favorite images as digital files.
After your session, you’ll receive a private online proofing gallery, where you can select your 15 favorite images. These will be professionally hand-edited and retouched for you to download.
For those looking to preserve their memories even further, Custom Prints, Albums, and Digital Image upgrades are available.