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Frequently Asked Questions

You photograph with a “documentary approach”… what does that mean exactly?

Documentary photography is an unscripted, candid approach to making images. It is embracing that REAL is so much better than perfect. I record your moments and interactions authentically and reflect your life back to you. I do not give any direction or do any posing at all.

Who are these sessions for?

Families who crave adventure and love being outdoors, parents who yell “Party foul!” when a drink is spilled, and don’t mind crayon marks on the dining room table. Kids with wild hair and dirty faces who proudly show me their latest creations. Families who are willing to be vulnerable and real about their life in order to bring authenticity to their story. Families who are proud of the life they have created, and whose desire to document their story outweighs any fears of what it, or they, might look like.

Why are sessions 4 hours long or all day?

It takes a bit of time for us all to relax and get into a groove. Longer sessions give us the luxury of taking our time, taking breaks, and getting to know each other. The more relaxed and open we can all be with each other, the more natural your photos will be. It also takes some time to gather all the footage and images to create a complete story. I like for the process to feel low-key and steady rather than rushed.

How long will it take you to edit my session?

Photo Memoirs are ready approx. Approx 3 weeks after your session.

Will there be any portraits included in my session?

I include documentary portraits in my photo sessions and am happy to make a few loosely posed family portraits for you. This is not a "pose and smile at the camera"-type session, though. If you are interested in a more traditional portrait session, I can give you some recommendations for photographers in the area specializing in that.

I want to have our session at home, but our house is a mess!

The heart of a family is its home, and I want to capture that. If you don’t want me photographing your underwear on the floor, then by all means, put it away. But PLEASE do not feel like you have to call a cleaning crew in before I come over. Toys and guitars and computers and dishes and mail all tell a little bit about your story and where you are in your life right now. Don’t sanitize that! And I promise you, my camera is pretty awesome, but it is not SO awesome that the dog hairs on your couch will show up in pictures. They won't. So don't stress.

What happens if I have to cancel?

I understand that life sometimes gets in the way of our plans-- kids get sick, unexpected things happen, and you may have to cancel our session. I just ask that you try to give me 24 hours notice if at all possible. We will then find a date to reschedule.