Family Photography
Family Session Experience
I see you, momma.
You love your family with all of your heart & you recognize that time is passing faster now than ever – those babies you’re raising truly are growing up right in front of your eyes. This is one reason your annual family photo session means so much to you! Because you’re all in with that precious family of yours & you don’t want to miss a thing. But you know that our minds can’t always hold all the things our hearts wish they could.
That’s why we take the pictures.
As a wife & momma myself, I understand how booking, planning & preparing for a photo session can feel like a lot… but take a deep breath & let that stress go because I am here to help you with every single step of the process. I truly do see you, momma & I’m here for you!
We start with my Booking Calendar where you can quickly & easily choose your date & package, sign your contract & pay your deposit to secure your session – easy peasy! After you’re booked you will receive my session guide, which goes over how to prep & what to expect for our time together, as well as a questionnaire so I can get to know you better!
As our time together approaches I’ll reach out to discuss & start planning your wardrobe. Styling plays a huge roll in the overall look & feel of your images so this step is key. I know it can be overwhelming but trust me, I am here to help you all the way through! I have a virtual styling tool we will use to coordinate everyone, as well as a growing collection of items in my client closet that can be borrowed at no extra cost! We’ll then talk about location ideas so, together with your curated outfits, we can create a beautiful & cohesive setting for your images.
On session day all you need to do is show up dressed & ready enjoy your time! Sessions typically last 60-90 minutes. This allows us the time & slower-pace needed to capture a complete gallery of storytelling images full of variety, real moments & all the details my clients love & have come to expect! Presence & connection will be our priority while I guide & direct for natural movement & interaction so your images authentically reflect this unique time of your life. Let all the nerves & pressure for perfection slip away… you’re in good hands!
After I’ve had the time needed to hand-edit all of your precious memories comes everyone’s favorite part – gallery delivery! This process can take 4-6 weeks as my editing method is very detailed & all-inclusive. I’ll email you a link to a personalized slideshow of your images set to music that I HIGHLY recommend you watch as your first viewing experience – it ensures you enjoy each & every image! Plus, it’s like watching a movie replay of your session (just the best parts, I promise!) so you can feel all the feels all over again!
I WAS SURPRISED BY HOW EASY & STRESS-FREE THE PROCESS FELT…
“My favorite part of working with Emma is the calm, comfortable environment she created for our whole family. I was surprised by how easy & stress-free the process felt, even with 2 young children!” – Shannon P.
Investment
Family Session Pricing
These sessions are all about capturing the details of the people & connections that bring meaning to your life & joy to your heart before your memory has the chance to let them quietly slip away.
$695 +tax
- All of the best images from your session – 40+
- Styling assistance & resources
- Use of items in the Client Closet with an optional 30min try-on appointment
- Professional & detailed editing of your images, each done in color as well as black & white
- Delivery of all edited, high-resolution digital images via private online viewing gallery within 4-6 weeks
- A $100 print credit & access to a professional print lab offering high quality prints & products directly from your gallery
- Granted print release allowing you to print your images endlessly
Session fees include a non-returnable retainer due at the time of booking. Travel fees will apply for any session location over 50mi from 55379. Payment plans available upon request!
Family Session Portfolio
The photographs we create together are so much more than digital files. They are proof of your life, of your love, of your seasons of change or the steady, constant rhythms that shape your existence. It’s about freezing those moments you know you’ll never get back, because the days can be long but those years… they are oh, so short.
Below you’ll find a small sampling of images from past family sessions. If you’d like to see an example of what a full gallery looks like, please click here.
If you’re looking for a Shakopee family photographer who will take the time to understand your vision, guide you every step of the way & preserve your story with heart — I’m so glad you’re here.