PORTLAND, OR FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHER
Your people. Your story.
Let's document all your family’s beautiful, sweet, chaotic moments.
PORTLAND, OR FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHER
Your people. Your story.
Let's document all your family’s beautiful, sweet, chaotic moments.
PORTLAND, OR FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHER
Your people. Your story.
Let's document all your family’s beautiful, sweet, chaotic moments.
Sessions & Pricing
Browse the packages below, book your session, or get prepped with my family session prep guide.
Portland family photography sessions at home or outdoors, focused on natural moments, easy movement, and a stress-free experience for the whole family.
- 60-minute photo session
- One location in the Portland Metro Area
- Online gallery with all the best edited images
- Print rights for personal use
Family photography sessions in the Gorge, Mt. Hood, or the Oregon Coast, capturing breathtaking landscapes in a relaxed, go-with-the-flow experience.
- 90-minute photo session
- One location (within 2 hours of Portland): Mt. Hood, the Gorge, or the Coast
- Online gallery with all the best edited images
- Print rights for personal use
You've welcomed a tiny new addition, and everything has changed. These in-home newborn sessions are relaxed and baby-led, with plenty of time for feeding, changing, and breaks.
- 2-hour photo session
- One location in the Portland Metro Area
- Online gallery with all the best edited images
- Print rights for personal use
All the Giggles
Fun, simple, and laid back family photo sessions with smiles that are real & genuine.
Family Session
Prep Guide
Everything your family needs to know before we meet — so you can relax, be present, and let the real moments happen.
Outfit tips for the whole family
You don't need to match perfectly — you need to coordinate in a way that feels natural. Think tones, not uniforms.
Choose a color palette, not a matching outfit
Pick 2–3 colors that complement each other and dress everyone within that range. Earthy tones, muted blues and greens, or soft neutrals with one accent color all photograph beautifully in the PNW.
If someone wants to wear something bold, let them be the "pop" — then keep everyone else in softer tones around them.
PNW-tested combinations
- Sage, cream, soft white & warm tan
- Navy, dusty blue, white & sand
- Rust, camel, olive & cream
- Charcoal, slate, blush & ivory
- Dusty rose, mauve, taupe & white
What reads well on camera
- Layers — adds texture and depth
- Natural fabrics (linen, cotton, denim)
- Clothes you actually feel good in
- Comfortable shoes — you'll be moving
- One or two pops of color or pattern
- Accessories — scarves, hats, jewelry
- Kids in something they can run in
- Matching head-to-toe outfits
- Busy logos or large text on shirts
- Neon or very bright colors
- New shoes that haven't been broken in
- Anything stiff or uncomfortable
- Too many competing patterns at once
- White-on-white (blows out in sunlight)
Dress for the environment
Oregon weather is unpredictable. Bring an extra layer for everyone, especially for coast or Gorge sessions where wind and temperature shift quickly.
- Pack a light jacket or flannel for everyone
- Shoes you can walk on uneven terrain
- A drizzle won't stop us — it's actually beautiful
- Sunscreen, especially for coast sessions
Cozy, lived-in, real
Dress like you would on a slow Sunday morning — comfortable but put-together. You don't need formal clothes in your living room.
- Comfortable, tidy everyday clothes
- Bare feet or cozy socks photograph beautifully
- Keep a backup outfit for little ones
- Matching PJs work great for morning sessions
The week before your session
A little preparation goes a long way toward relaxed, natural photos. Here's your countdown.
Week-of countdown
Making it easier on everyone
- Feed kids a full meal before — hungry kids don't cooperate
- Schedule around nap time, not during it
- Bring a favorite comfort item or toy
- Have a special treat ready for after (not during!)
- Let them run around first to burn energy
- Put screens away — presence is everything
Your job: show up and enjoy each other
The more relaxed you are, the more relaxed your kids will be. I'll guide you through the whole session — you don't need to know how to pose. Just bring yourself.
- Talk to each other, not at the camera
- Real laughter beats perfect smiles every time
- Expect some chaos — it makes the best photos
What a great session actually looks like
- Kids who run away from the camera
- Meltdowns — great shots usually follow
- Candid, in-between moments
- Laughing at nothing in particular
- Lots of movement and very few "poses"
- Everyone looking at the camera at once
- Perfect smiles
- What your hair looks like mid-session
- Whether your toddler is cooperating
- Looking "natural" — just be natural
Baby-led, relaxed, and real
These sessions are designed around your baby's schedule — not the other way around. No rushing, no strict poses. Just your new family, captured honestly.
When to book & schedule
Best in the first 2–4 weeks after birth, when babies are sleepiest and curl up naturally. Book during pregnancy so we can hold your spot and adjust after baby arrives.
- Book during your 2nd trimester
- Sessions typically run 2–3 hours
- Morning sessions work best
How the session flows
- We start with feeding and settling baby
- Solo baby shots come first while they're sleepy
- Then family shots — parents, siblings, all together
- We take breaks whenever baby needs it
- I'll keep the space warm and comfortable
- We follow baby's lead — always
Getting the space ready
- Warm the room to 75–78°F before I arrive
- Open curtains for natural window light
- Have your bed freshly made — we may use it
- Clear a small area with a rug or soft blanket
- White noise machine is really helpful
Pack this out the night before
- Extra milk or formula
- Swaddle blankets in neutral colors
- Simple outfits — no busy patterns
- A sentimental item to include if you'd like
- Diapers and wipes within easy reach
Sibling shots are some of the most treasured images
- Siblings dressed and ready when I arrive
- Do sibling shots early while they're fresh
- Let them help — hold a hand, kiss the head
- Have a small activity ready for after their shots
- Forcing a sibling who's nervous — it shows
- Scheduling shots right after nap wake-up
- Promising big rewards mid-session
- Worrying if they're not cooperating — we'll get it
The Gorge, Mt. Hood & the Coast
For families who want big scenery and even bigger memories. We'll find the light, find a laugh, and find something beautiful.
Three landscapes, three completely different feelings
Wildflower meadows, alpine forests, and dramatic mountain backdrops. Best July–September when Timberline and the meadows are clear. Magical in golden hour light.
Sea stacks, crashing waves, and golden beach light. Seaside and Cannon Beach are classics. Overcast days produce the most even, beautiful light on the coast.
Waterfalls, basalt cliffs, and old-growth forest just 30 minutes from Portland. Crown Point, Latourell, or a hidden trail — beautiful year-round.
Planning your adventure session
- Plan for 90–120 minutes including travel within location
- Locations are 30–90 min from Portland — plan ahead
- Golden hour sessions are always worth the drive
- Oregon weather is moody — we'll have a backup plan
- Some locations require a parking pass — I'll let you know
Pack for the adventure
- Water bottles for everyone
- Snacks — especially for kids
- Extra layers, especially for coast & Hood
- Shoes you can walk and scramble in
- A compact rain jacket
- Sunscreen for coast and Hood sessions
Why we plan around the light
Adventure sessions shine brightest in the hour before sunset. The light turns warm and golden, shadows go soft, and everything looks cinematic. If you're driving 90 minutes to the coast, you might as well time it for magic hour.
I'll always recommend the best timing based on your location and the time of year. Just trust the plan — it's always worth it.
Before you walk out the door
Tap each item to check it off. Screenshot this before session day and run through it in the morning.
Everyone looking good
Don't leave without these
Keep them happy & ready
Extra prep for the road
The most important thing you can do
Show up. The rest takes care of itself. Families who come in expecting perfection get stiff photos. Families who come in ready to laugh, play, and let things unfold — they get the images they'll print and hang on the wall for twenty years.
I've got you. See you soon.