St. Louis + Surrounding areas

Family POrtrait Photographer

If you want photos that feel natural and unforced, without the stress of getting everyone to “perform,” you’re in the right place.

These are the moments worth holding on to

Life doesn’t pause… but your photos can.

A Relaxed Family Photography Experience

Your session should feel like your family at its best—laid-back, meaningful, and filled with the kind of connection that reminds you just how good this season really is. I guide you the whole way so nothing feels stiff or overly posed. Just real moments, beautifully photographed.

Whether you’re in a season of sippy cups and sticky fingers or inside jokes and teenage eye rolls, your family is full of moments that deserve more than a quick snapshot before they disappear. They happen in the in-between.

And if planning a session feels like another task on an already full list, I’ve got you. I take care of the details so you can simply show up, breathe, have fun, and walk away with images that instantly feel like treasures.

For this moment

And for years to come

These images are for the walls you walk past every day.
For the album your kids flip through as they grow.
For the memories that will outlive the chaos of today.

Most families choose to create custom artwork, from framed wall pieces to heirloom albums, and invest between $750 and $1500. It is more than decoration. It is a way of honoring the life you are building.

Albums made simple
But once they see their images together, they realize how meaningful it is to have something real to hold. Albums are the most loved way to keep images out of the camera roll and in a place where your family can enjoy them.

Designing one can feel overwhelming, so I do it for you. I help you choose the images you love most, design your layout, and give you something your family will look back on for years.

So what do you say?
Let’s gather the whole crew and create something you’ll be grateful to have long after the kids stop needing help with their shoes.

What we offer

Family Portrait Sessions

This Moment

Ideal for families who want a simple, beautiful update without a long session.

A relaxed 30 to 45 minute session with 15 images and your choice of location.


$350

This Chapter

Best for milestones that need time, flexibility, and space to unfold naturally.

Designed for newborns, seniors or generational portraits. Up to 90 minutes with space for breaks, cuddles, outfit changes, or the details that matter most. Includes 35 images.


$650

To keep sessions relaxed and unhurried, I take on a limited number of portrait sessions each season. Most families book their session 4–6 weeks in advance to secure preferred dates and locations.


Thoughtfully designed to help you enjoy your images for years to come.

Signature Add-ons

Life in Motion Video

A 2-3 minute highlight reel style video created during your session.
Perfect for sharing, remembering, and reliving the best parts of your day.*
$395

*This can not be added to a Mini Moments Session.

This Era Album

Your story, handcrafted into something your family can actually hold.
This 10×10, 20-page album is designed with clean layouts, thick pages, and a timeless feel that only gets better as the years pass. $525
Special Offer: Purchase this album and get $250 off the Full Digital Gallery.

Small Print + File

Up to 8×10 in size with a matching digital file included.
Perfect for desks, shelves, gifts, and the little places around your home that deserve something special.
$35 each
or
Set of 3 prints for $90

Signature Wall Art

Impactful pieces sized for hallways, living rooms, and the places you pass every day.
Available in framed and unframed options. Includes matching file.
Starting at $125
Wall Art Catalog Available Upon Request

Full Digital Gallery

All edited images from your session in one complete collection. $450

Special Offer: If purchased with a Legacy Album, the gallery is $250 off.

Common Questions About Family Portrait Sessions

  • Q: How far in advance should we book our family session?
    A: Most families book 4–6 weeks ahead to get preferred dates and locations. If you’re hoping for fall color or holiday timing, earlier is usually better.
  • Q: What if my kids don’t cooperate?
    A: Totally normal. I guide you through prompts that keep things natural and moving, so we capture real connection without forcing perfect behavior.
  • Q: Where do sessions take place?
    A: You can choose your location, or I can recommend spots in St. Louis and surrounding areas based on light, season, and the look you want.
  • Q: Do you offer senior portraits, too?
    A: Yes. Seniors can book either session type depending on the pace you want, from a quick update to a more flexible session with outfit changes.
  • Q: Do you offer mini sessions?
    A: Yes, seasonal Mini Moments are released a few times a year for quick updates and holiday needs.

More Questions? St Louis Family Photography Guide

Kind Words


Oh my goodness!!! These are incredible!! You are an amazing photographer! Thank you so much for this wonderful gift. You captured moments for our family that will be with us forever.

-Riann
In St. louis

Seasonal Mini Moments


Mini sessions are short, seasonal offerings designed for quick updates and holiday needs. Availability is limited, and dates are released a few times each year. For more information, click here.

Spring Family Mini Sessions