PHOTO SESSIONS
SHOULD NOT BE STRESSFUL!
Photos that, years down the road, will warm your heart and bring you right back to that moment in time.
Come and have fun- seriously!
RELAXED SESSIONS & AUTHENTIC MOMENTS
SHOWING YOUR UNIQUE CONNECTION
not just a photo- a feeling
I am a lifestyle photographer. What does that mean?
It means I'll let your kids run around and be silly, it means I'll let your finance splash you with ocean water, it means I'll let you husband put your daughter on his shoulders, its means I'll let your dog steal the show.
This is real life- not all stiff posed pictures with everyone looking at the camera saying "cheese" for an hour straight.
It means I blend a touch of traditional photography with more candid images using gently guided poses to let natural moments happen. There is lots of playing, moving, tickling, hugging and touching.
Session Investment
includes family, maternity and couples sessions
SHORELINE
-10 digital images in online gallery
$675
RISING TIDE
-20 digital images in online gallery
$850
HIGH TIDE
-ALL digital images in online gallery
-Complimentary Album
$1195
OTHER DETAILS:
-SESSIONS ARE UP TO ONE HOUR LONG
-LOCATION 30 MINUTES FROM DUXBURY, MA
-SESSIONS START ONE HOUR BEFORE SUNSET
-IMMEDIATE FAMILY ONLY
-SESSION FEE IS A NON REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT DUE AT BOOKING
-STUDIO FEE WILL APPLY IF A STUDIO IS CLIENTS CHOSEN LOCATION
-ADDITIONAL FEES FOR MORE THAN 30 MINUTES OUTSIDE DUXBURY
-PROFESSIONAL PRINTS AVAILABLE THROUGH ONLINE GALLERY
-INDOOR SESSIONS TAKE PLACE AROUND 10AM
-PRICING SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME
THE EXPERIENCE:
I. Book
❏ Submit my CONTACT FORM from my website
❏ You will receive an email with a questionnaire and then we will pick a date
❏ Sign my digital contract to pay the invoice for your deposit to hold the date
II. Plan
❏ Choose a location, with my help of course
❏ Read my detailed family guide to help with styling and general expectations during the session
❏ Decide what everyone is going to wear using my family guide and any help from me if you wish
III. Have Fun, Explore and Play
❏ Show up looking and feeling fabulous and let me do all the work from there!
❏ I will guide you into natural poses and give prompts so you don't feel as awkward.
❏ You'll receive your proofs (light edits) in about 1-2 weeks. Proofs are to view only.
❏ Choose your favorites from the proof gallery within 2 weeks of receiving for me to finish editing.
❏ Final photos will be ready in no more than 2 weeks after selecting your favorites!
❏ Download and backup your high resolution files.
❏ Order any high quality prints or products you'd like right from your online gallery.
IV. After your session
KIND WORDS
"Working with Jessica is an amazing experience, she is an excellent and talented photographer. She is great with children and was able to talk my family through the shoot not only to make them feel comfortable, but also to ensure we receive the best possible photos. Jessica is patient and has a wonderful eye for capturing beautiful and unexpected moments. We are truly blessed to have found a photographer to document our family story. Her photos are some of our most valued possessions that I will treasure forever as a beautiful memory in time. "
-Jessica F.
Jessica has been our family photographer for several years now and I can't imagine anyone else taking our photos. She has the magical ability to keep my young children engaged and is patient in luring their natural smiles out. The most cherished photos that Jessica has taken of my children are those unscripted and organic moments that transpire during a session with her. Jessica's photo-journalistic style has the ability to capture the true love and adoration within our family that occurs naturally during our time with her.
-Michelle H.
FAQ- Family Sessions
When are sessions held?
My family sessions are held starting the hour before sunset for lighting purposes. All photos in my family portfolio were taken during "golden hour" which is the hour before sunset. This allows for optimal lighting. No bright sunshine in your eyes. Just beautiful, flattering light.
If the timing doesn't work for your family, try a different time of year when sunset is either earlier (later fall) or later (summer).
Newborn sessions in your home are usually held in the morning around 9 or 10 am or afternoons.
What should we wear?
When you book a session I will send you my session guide that has info about what looks best on camera. I also recommend that you send me a picture of your outfits weeks before the session so I can guide you in the right direction if needed. Not the day before! You don't want to be scrambling!
Can I choose the location?
I have a list of my frequently photographed locations. Although my favorite place to shoot is the beach, Sometimes I'm open to new places too! Of course this depends on lighting. We will discuss this when you book with me.
Do you do wedding photos?
No sorry!
Where should I order prints?
I only guarantee my prints from my print lab. This is accessed right through your online gallery.
Can I book a mini-session
I only offer mini-sessions to those who are on my email list, and usually only once or twice a year. Join my list on my contact page to be in the loop!
Do you photograph extended families or large groups?
I do not. I like to focus on individual families in my sessions.
When will I get my photos?
If you did not purchase the High Tide collection which includes all the photos, you will receive a watermarked proof gallery of at least 100 photos (likely lots more because I have a hard time narrowing down!) within 1-2weeks. From there you have a week to choose your favorites. You are able to upgrade your gallery if you wish.
You will receive your final photos 1-2 weeks after selecting your favorites.
What if the weather doesn't work out or I have to cancel?
If it is raining or poor weather we will reschedule.
If you need to cancel, per my contract, the deposit you paid on booking will be applied to a future session used within 12 months from your original date.
What if my kids don't behave or smile?
I have two boys and know how kids can be- so don't be embarrassed if they won't cooperate perfectly! I know that bribing does not always work either so I don't really encourage that. Remember I want this to be a relaxed time so don't stress anyone out with everything needing to be perfect.
I never force anyone to smile. This is the beauty of lifestyle photography- I take you as you are.
Remind your family that they are going to play and run around and have some fun together. Let me know ahead of time if there is anything I can do to help- I will send a questionnaire to learn about your family and get to know likes/dislikes.
I encourage lots of tickling to get more natural laughs- A genuine laugh/smile is SO MUCH better than a fake "say cheese" smile.
I really just want that "one" photo for the Christmas Card.
I certainly can do my best to capture this for you during your session if it is important. But remember, my sessions are not centered around this one photo. My goal is to get authentic photos of your family interacting to tell the whole story. Sometimes the little ones just won't cooperate and that is ok! Take it for what it is... real life! I can refer you to other photographers if needed.
How many photos will I receive and do I get the digital files?
Yes you get the digital files! You have access to my professional lab right through your online gallery to order prints too.
See my collections above for pricing.