Lifestyle

 

 

Hey, sweet, sentimental mama!

You're juggling a lot right now...while maybe reheating your coffee 264 time a day.

You’re caught up in diaper changes, wiping messy faces, temper tantrums, and all the beautiful mayhem that comes with life with little ones. You're doing it all, never quite completing your to-do list, and trying to find a way to soak it all up and enjoy it.

I SEE YOU.


You want to make sure these seasons don’t go undocumented. You want to remember the beauty in the chaos.

I’m here to show you that as a mom, you matter to your kids. I’m here to show you the beauty that’s inherent in motherhood when you’re too tired to see it on your own. I’m here to give you happy family memories that will help make the tough days a little sweeter. The little hand in yours. The wild laughter. The joy in these beautiful, fleeting years.


I want you to picture your favorite photo of your childhood or of your child right now. My guess is that it wasn't a forced photo where your child was expected to smile at the camera. It's of a moment in time that wasn't any important day at all. What made the photo special was the expression, the story that goes with that image.

Lifestyle sessions capture the magic of your real life —so you can hold onto it forever.


Whether your days are filled with diapers and slow mornings, playful moments on the couch, or afternoons spent in the backyard, there’s so much beauty woven into the everyday—beauty that can be easy to miss when you’re in the middle of it all. When your family looks back on these photos, they will be reminded: THEY ARE SO LOVED. So let's capture it--the messy, the energy, the pure joy of everyday.

 

The Process

 

Step 01

 

Planning

 

I'm sure you have a lot of questions, and I want you to feel confident and comfortable in choosing me as your photographer. Drop me a line here, and I'll get back to you so you can get booked and start preparing for your session!

Step 02

Connect

After booking your session, we will connect to discuss the details. This can be done by email, phone, or in person. I will get to know you, your family, and your vision for your photos so we can plan a session that is fully you.

Step 03

 

Your Session

 

 

Your lifestyle session will be laid back and relaxed. We’ll let your kids lead the way, while creating images that are authentic, warm, and full of the little in‑between moments that matter. If you're up for it, we will sprinkle in a few minimally posed photos to add variety to your session.  

 

Step 04

Your Photos

After your session, I will carefully select the best photos for hand editing. This process takes approximately 2-4 weeks. When your photos are ready, I will send you a link to your private online gallery where you can view and download your high resolution images.

 

Investment

 

 

Mini

 

 

$250

 

A simple session with stunning images that capture the ordinary. Perfect for documenting a small glimpse of your kids in this fleeting moment in time. This can look like photos of them at play, a mommy and me session, or an outing to the park, library, or anywhere else that represents the moments you want to remember forever.  

  • 30-minute session
  • 1 location within 10 miles of Geneva
  • Up to 2 people
  • 10 edited digital images
  • Private online gallery to view and download images
  • Print release

 

Classic

 

 

$400

 

A classic lifestyle session is perfect when you want the whole family involved. This session allows for more time for me to observe your family and document the moments of connection in your everyday. The longer session allows for a large variety of candid poses, with a few minimally posted shots for variety.

  • 60-minute session
  • 1 location
  • Immediate family
  • 30 edited digital images
  • Private online gallery to view and download images
  • Print release

 

Newborn

 

 

$600

 

 

A newborn session is for documenting the early days with your new baby. Whether this is your first baby, or they are being welcomed home by siblings, this session allows for extra time for plenty of individual photos of baby, including detail shots of their perfect features, and mixed family photos.  The longer session allows for a large variety of candid poses, with soft, minimally posed shots for variety, as well as breaks for feeding and diaper changes.

 

  • 1.5-2 hour session
  • 1 location
  • Immediate family
  • 60 edited digital images
  • Private online gallery to view and download images
  • Print release

 

*Lifestyle photography pricing includes members of immediate family up to 5 people. Additional $50 per person applies for larger families. 

Classic sessions are not available for newborn photography.

 

FAQ

Where do lifestyle sessions take place?

 

During your pre-session consultation, we will discuss the type of images you want to create, and decide on a location that will allow us to achieve your vision. Most lifestyle sessions take place in your home, but I'm always up for documenting your family enjoying an activity together, whether it's an afternoon at the library, or your favorite park,

 

 

What if my baby/kids don't cooperate?

 

No biggie! Trust me when I say, there isn't a meltdown that will phase me. Your toddler doesn't have to smile on command. Your baby doesn't have to sleep. We'll take breaks whenever we need to. If your toddler wants a snack, we'll stop for a snack. If the baby needs to eat, we'll pause. If the dog wants to join in, I'm here for it. I'll gently guide you through the entire session so you never have to wonder what to do or worry about how things are going. This is meant to be a relaxed experience and photographs that feel like your family, just as you are.


 

What should we wear?

 

 

Simple, soft tones are great for lifestyle photography. Keeping your outfits neutral helps to create a cohesive look that doesn't compete with the decor in your home. Focus on wearing clothes that make you feel comfortable and like yourself. For newborn sessions, I recommend long sleeves for parents, as it tends to look better in photos with you holding the baby.


Keep kid's outfits simple and comfortable. Avoid shirts with words or loud patterns. Stick to basic, neutral items that will give your photos a classic and timeless vibe.


Moms have lots of options for lifestyle photography. Maxi dresses and skirts are always a flattering choice and make a post-partum mama feel put together (whether or not she feels that way amidst the newborn chaos!). If you’re not a dress or skirt person, jeans with a simple top is a great classic look, or leggings with a sweater or tunic are excellent options!


Depending on the season, I recommend a simple high quality tee, henley, or sweater for men. suggest skipping button down shirts as they tend to look a bit more formal, and it’s hard to sit or lay down without the fabric between the buttons buckling open.


Your baby is actually the easiest to dress. First and foremost, you want to make sure the outfit fits--please don’t try to use a 0-3M outfit for your newborn unless they are an 11-12lb baby! When something is too loose, it looks messy on camera. We want to highlight that cute, tiny little baby, not have them swimming in too much fabric. Avoid clothing with words, large overwhelming patterns, and any bright colors in the red, yellow, orange, pink family. These shades bring out those splotchy tones in newborn skin that I try to tone down. Other than that, the options are endless.You could go with just a diaper (my favorite), a diaper with a pretty swaddling wrap, a newborn gown, or a simple onesie or romper.

 

 

How should we prepare?

 

Do your best to start your session with everyone rested, fed and hydrated...including you, mama.

Your house doesn't have to be "clean," but it's very helpful if it's at least tidied.  Most clients use their living rooms, nursery spaces, and primary bedrooms, so focus on preparing those areas. Having these spaces tidied up tends to make everything feel less chaotic, and allows me more flexibility in angles to shoot from.


Make sure your kids know well ahead of time that this is happening. Even letting them lead me through their house and showing me their favorite spots helps them feel in control and like they aren’t being forced into pictures.


 

Do you offer posed newborn photography?

 

My newborn photography style is more storytelling, and less posed portraits. I will capture plenty of beautiful images of your perfect, squishy newborn, but I'm not going to twist or contort your baby into into any complicated poses or require them to be in a deep sleep. Instead I'll document their adorable snuggly moments in natural poses, and guide you to connect in a way that is purely authentic and beautiful that will make your heart burst!

What time of day do sessions take place?

Timing for lifestyle sessions depends on location and lighting. If we are planning a session in your home, I will ask you to pay attention to the light in your home right after booking, so way we can determine the best time of day to shoot. Good lighting goes a long way in creating dreamy images.


 

Still have questions?


Let's connect.

 

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