Photography Services

From baby bump to big kid, I offer a range of photography services tailored specifically to capture those precious early moments with timeless and heartwarming images that families can cherish for a lifetime. From studio, to lifestyle to classic Heirloom Portraits.

  • Maternity

    Pregnancy is a phase of life that is unlike any other. No pregnancy is the same and documenting the beauty of it is one of my favorite things. Maternity photography is a priceless way to to remember and cherish the sweet, and (let’s be honest) hard times of each pregnancy. Your children in particular will love looking at pictures of you just before they were born. Being pregnant is one of those events in our lifetime that we look back on fondly. Let me capture it for you.

  • Lifestyle Newborn

    Let’s stay home and snuggle your new baby. An at-home newborn session brings the warmth and comfort of your own surroundings into timeless photographs of your growing family. A mix of posed & candid shots will be included in your gallery to capture your life autnentically. Lifestyle newborn sessions take about an hour and are perfect for any age up to 2 months. Siblings and family members (including furry friends) are welcome to join.

  • Studio Newborn

    If you would rather have the clean, crisp white studio as your backdrop, a studio newborn session is for you. This session includes family, parent, and sibling shots, but most of the session is used to capture your sweet baby in relaxed baby-led poses. Baby remains clothed, swaddled, or diapered for their comfort. This is perfect for those who love the minimalistic look of newborn photography. For babies up to 2 weeks old.

  • Full Outdoor Family

    Whether you have family portraits taken every year for Christmas cards, or you haven’t had pictures taken professionally in ages, I have a session that is right for you. Family dynamics change from year to year, and I love growing alongside you. It is one of my greatest pleasures to see my newborns turn into wobbly babies, feisty toddlers, and finally big kids who enjoy my fart jokes at sessions. You won’t be able to choose your favorites, which is why my full family sessions include all edited images. Packages start at $575. Petite & Mini sessions offered seasonally.

  • Studio Photography

    Experience our inviting white studio space tailored for capturing beautiful moments in photography. Perfect for babies, kids, and maternity sessions in a welcoming atmosphere. My cozy studio is the perfect location to capture timeless portraits without all the fuss of distracting props and elaborate themes so that the focus can be on what is important. The studio is also a great choice during our winter months or our scorching hot, humid summers when an outdoor session is not ideal.

  • Fresh 48 • Hospital Newborn

    Named "Fresh 48," our sessions occur within the initial 48 (or 72 for C-section births) hours of your baby's hospital stay, capturing those precious early moments that are easily forgotten in that haze of the first few days. We understand that while some hospitals offer complimentary photography, we believe our service stands out for its superior quality and personalized approach. We prioritize scheduling visits at your convenience, even accommodating siblings for a complete family experience.

Portraits

Heirloom

A southern tradition that spans generations, heirloom portraits are meant to capture the innocence of childhood in a classic, black and white print with vignetting. These timeless silhouettes are making a comeback with the Grandmillennial style, and chances are, your mother or grandmother remembers taking you to get your portraits done as a child (if you grew up in the south!) While most photographers have their own personal spin on this age old tradition, I have chosen to keep things simple & consistent with a hand-edited style and use of studio lighting that produces gorgeous portraits regardless of light outside. Your sessions are quick and easy, perfect for today’s busy families.

What to Expect

  • I will answer any questions you may have regarding session types & availability. Feel free to shoot me a message or text. I can give advice in terms of locations & wardrobe choices. Your session fee is due in full at time of booking to reserve your desired date/time. You will have 7 days to finalize your booking. Maternity sessions are best completed in the third trimester. Newborn sessions are booked 4-5 months in advance. Outdoor sessions occur 1 hour before sunset. Should rain be forecasted for an outdoor session, I will work with you to reschedule.

  • Expect me to give you lots of guidance as far as posing, and verbal cues to get genuine reactions out of family members. If you have young kids, we will have fun and be silly to make it a joyful experience. I will arrive before your session and be ready to go when you are. Any requests you have, I will do my best to honor them. If this is a studio session, feel free to use my attached bathroom to get ready. on text goes here

  • Your gallery will be viewable within 2 weeks of your session. If you elect to have sneak peeks, I will post one on social media so you can get excited about seeing your whole gallery. Once you view your gallery, you will choose your digital images & download them directly from the gallery, without watermark & with a print release.

Frequently asked questions

  • All pricing information can be obtained by requesting a full pricing guide. In this day and age of camera phones & accessible digital cameras, professional photography is a luxury. My prices reflect my 10+ years of experience, professional gear, custom props, and my ongoing education to be the best photographer. If cost is a factor, please inquire about a payment plan, or be on the lookout for my mini session opportunities that are more budget friendly.

  • The studio is located at 2728 NC-42 in Willow Spring, NC. It is situated on a working farm (Healing Green Farms) complete with dirt roads & barns. It is a short drive from Raleigh, Clayton, Garner, Fuquay-Varina, and Holly Springs.

  • Local parks in the triangle. If a particular park requires a permit, I will secure the permit for our session. If you have a particular look in mind, I bet I know a spot where we can achieve it. If a permit needs to be secured to shoot at a location, I will secure that prior to your session. If there is a fee associated with a location, that is to be paid by the client.

  • I will tentatively schedule your newborn session 2 weeks after your due date. This date/time can change if baby comes early or you need a little more time getting adjusted.

  • I do! I am happy to order you any prints from my professional lab and have them sent directly to you. At this time, the gallery platform I am using does not sell products directly.

  • Minimalistic & Airy. I like photos to be bright and cheerful. I strive to create images that are not distracting with props that can take away from the beauty that is newborns & babies.

  • Yes! Upon receiving the images you will get a full print release that will allow you to print your pictures through any lab & share them on social media.

  • Minor edits will be made to all of your images, but I believe our imperfections are what make us beautiful & unique. If there are specific edits you want, these will be charged according to the number and complexity of edits.

  • Most of my sessions are all-inclusive so you don’t have to pick your favorites — you get them all! But, if your session does not include all images, you are always able to purchase additional images from your online gallery. Digital images are priced individually at $20/image with bulk discounts.

  • We live in an age where we all want a digital back up of our images, I get it. I also know that it is so important to display photos in your home, which is why I offer quality print products in your online gallery or during your viewing appointment for Heirloom Portraits. So many of us have the best of intentions of doing “something” with our photos - whether it is make an album, get a canvas, or add some small framed prints around the house. It is easy to get busy with life and forget until months or years down the road. Let me do the work for you and get your some prints delivered right to your door step!

  • My goal at the end of your session is fo you to say, “wow, that was easy” and to make you feel like I am just one of your gal pals who understands the joys & struggles motherhood (and maybe someone you would want to grab coffee or a margarita with). I want your session to be fun and stress-free, and hopefully I made you feel like comfortable and relaxed. I know there are a lot of photographers in the triangle area, each having their own style. If you have any other questions about what I offer or would like to see an exampe gallery, just give me a shout!

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