Let the Magic Begin!
Breathe. You don’t have to know what to do — you just have to be there.”
I’ll show you where to stand, how to move, and what to do with your hands. But mostly? We’ll laugh, play, and let the story write itself in real time.
What to Expect
Most photographers give you a photoshoot.
I give you a memory you can hold.
Other photographers chase light.
I wait for it to get interesting.
Other photographers need 45 minutes.
I need 15 — because I don’t pose, I see.
I shoot at dusk — long after others have packed up — because that’s when magic lives in the air. I don’t rush you into poses, I invite you into a rhythm. I’m not trying to make you look perfect — I’m showing you how you already are.
“That was a marathon,” she laughed.
Just 10 minutes. A whole story told in motion.
What You’ll Get
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A relaxed 10 to 20 minute session
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A gallery of 50-250 images
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Delivered fully edited
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Shot in dreamlight — that cinematic, golden-hour magic
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No awkward posing. No pressure. Just your people, as they are.
What It Feels Like
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It feels like playing.
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It feels like falling in love with your family again.
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It feels like stillness, even when the kids are wild.
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It feels like seeing your story — not someone else’s idea of “pretty.”
It’s not just photography.
It’s memory, preserved — the way you’ll want to remember it.
It's time to tell your story...
What to Wear
Getting dressed for photos shouldn’t be stressful. Here’s what always works:
Fabrics that feel: velvet, linen, cotton, gauze, chiffon, soft knits, corduroy.
Colors that blend:
• Tiny patterns are great
• Use one standout print to build your palette
• Choose shades that complement, not match
• Skip neons + bold primaries
Layers + Texture: Cardigans, shawls, wraps, scarves, hats — anything with interest or movement.
Comfort first: If you can’t move, sit, or scoop up a kid — it’s a no. Wear shoes that work for where we’re headed. (Maybe skip heels on a mountaintop.)
A few easy don’ts:
• No big logos, characters, or writing
• Avoid everyone in identical colors or outfits
Bottom line: If you feel good in it, it’ll photograph beautifully.
And if dressing up isn’t your thing — come as you are. 💛
Seasonal Colors
Here’s a shortcut to timeless tones that photograph like a dream:
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Spring: Soft pastels – think sage, blush, pale denim, and honey.
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Summer: Airy neutrals and sea-inspired tones – muted blues, teals, and soft coral.
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Fall: Warm, rich hues like rust, rose, olive, and deep plum.
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Winter: Cool elegance – forest green, slate, burgundy, and cocoa.
Always Looks Good
Neutrals like oatmeal, cream, white, taupe, and soft greys always play well.
Favorite accents: dusty blue, soft green, rose, and navy.
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A note about weather...
Before you head up the mountain, here’s what to expect from the air and the light:
Up here, it’s often 10–20 degrees cooler than in the valley. Layers are your friend — easy to shed or add.
Don’t fight the wind — it brings the most beautiful movement.
Sometimes, mountain weather gets dramatic:
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A storm might roll beside you, not above (We’ll reschedule)
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Clouds might sweep in and wrap the world in fog (It’s beautiful)
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On clear days, temperature flips can make it warm above and cold below
The mountains love a little drama.
And I plan around it — adjusting as needed to chase the best light.
Sunset hits the ridge later — sometimes an hour after the valley.
It’s all part of the story — and it’s always worth it.
“Wait — only 10 minutes?”
Yep. Because I’ve spent over a decade studying timing, emotion, and light — and I know how to catch the moments in between. These sessions are short, relaxed, and wildly full. You don’t need a long shoot to get the kind of gallery you’ll cry over.
And you don’t need your kid to “cooperate.” You just need to show up. I’ve got the rest.
You’ll notice there are many images, and that’s intentional. I photograph in sequences because storytelling lives in the in-between — small shifts in expression, a turn of the head, a hand reaching, the way one moment quietly becomes the next. Those micro-movements are where memory actually lives, and I want you to have the full arc, not just a single frame.
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