Session Info and Pricing
I am so happy that you are here and that you are considering me to document these very special moments in your life. With 15 years of experience in photographing families and children around the world, my approach is simple, casual and professional. My photographs are described as artistic, genuine, joyful and timeless.
* Please note a $50 travel fee may be applied if traveling more than 20 miles from Crystal Lake, IL.
NEWBORN SESSION - $500
My custom newborn portrait sessions take place in the comfort of your home. This is the time for you to connect with your baby and I capture that while combining relaxed posing and candid moments. The session features the newborn and his or her immediate family and usually last around two hours. The best time for a newborn session is within the first 2 weeks after birth.
The sessions flow according to the mood and personality (yes even at that age!) of the baby. I do not put baby in unsafe poses. I keep it natural and minimal. I do not use any props, however if the family has any heirlooms they want to incorporate I am happy to do that.
My sessions include pre-session consultation, wardrobe consultation, editing time and a full gallery of high resolution images. They will be available for direct download through a private online gallery. I do recommend printing the pictures through my gallery, to make sure the best quality and color accuracy but this is optional.
MATERNITY SESSION - $300
(Only available when booked with a newborn session. When booked alone it is charged as a full family portrait session at $500)
A maternity session features the expecting mother, significant other and immediate family. Session usually lasts around 1 hour. It can be done either at your home/backyard or at an outdoor location.
The session includes the time and talent of the photographer, pre-session consultation, wardrobe consultation, editing and a full gallery of high resolution images with printing rights. They will be available for direct download through a private online gallery where if desired, prints will be available for purchase.
“We LOVE the photos! We teared up from looking at them. You did an amazing job :) Thank you so much, you’ve made our pregnancy/birth that much more special!” -Nicole, Crystal Lake
FRESH 48 (AT THE BIRTH PLACE) - $300
(Only available when booked with a maternity or newborn session. When booked alone it is charged as a full price at $400)
Your Fresh 48 session will take place at a space where you gave birth (hospital, home, birth center).
These sessions are completely documentary in nature to preserve those first, beautiful, raw moments forever. I come in and capture you connecting with your new baby and the baby’s darling details. It is stress free. No prepping necessary.
I keep my schedule open around your due date so I can visit your space within the first 48 hours of delivery or before you are discharged form the hospital. Sessions usually last 30 minutes to 1 hour. You will receive a full gallery of high resolution images with printing rights. They will be available for direct download through a private online gallery where if desired, prints will be available for purchase.
To read about why you should hire a Fresh 48 Photographer and to see more photos click HERE.
FIRST YEAR BUNDLE - $1100
I will document every milestone with this 1st year bundle. It includes 3 separate sessions within the 12 months (up to 4hr coverage). We can start with a maternity session, maybe include a fresh 48 and newborn session. Or we can begin with a newborn session, then photograph around 6 months and top it off with a 1st birthday session. For any combination that fits your needs, I've got you covered, so you can relax and fully enjoy the moment.
