Why invest in family photos?
There are countless reasons why families should invest in photography services. First and foremost, photographs are a way to capture memories that will last a lifetime. Many birthing moms don't remember all the details of their labor and delivery, newborns change quickly, and you only have all your children under one roof for so long. Photographs are a tangible way to capture memories that will last a lifetime. They provide a physical representation of a moment in time that can be cherished for years to come.
FRESH 48/ NEWBORN
- 1.5 HOUR SESSION
- AT HOSPITAL OR IN YOUR HOME
- 20 FULLY EDITED, HIGH RESOLUTION DIGITAL PHOTOS
- OPTION TO PURCHASE ADD. IMAGES/ ENTIRE GALLERY (60-75 IMAGES)
- OPTION TO ORDER PRINTS/ITEMS DIRECTLY FROM GALLERY
-SIBLINGS WELCOME TO JOIN!
$575
the short session
*limited to North Shore locations only
- 20 MINUTE SESSION
- 10 FULLY EDITED, HIGH RESOLUTION DIGITAL PHOTOS
- OPTION TO PURCHASE ADD. IMAGES/ENTIRE GALLERY (30-40 IMAGES)
- ONLINE GALLERY AVAILABLE WITHIN TWO WEEKS
$450
the FULL family SESSION
- 45 MINUTE SESSION
- 20 FULLY EDITED, HIGH RESOLUTION DIGITAL PHOTOS
- OPTION TO PURCHASE ADD. IMAGES/ ENTIRE GALLERY (60-75 IMAGES)
- ONE LOCATION
- OPTION TO ORDER PRINTS/ITEMS DIRECTLY FROM GALLERY
*immediate family only
$525
Extended Family Session
- 1 HOUR SESSION
- 30 FULLY EDITED, HIGH RESOLUTION DIGITAL PHOTOS
- OPTION TO PURCHASE ADD. IMAGES/ ENTIRE GALLERY (75-90 IMAGES)
- ONE LOCATION
- OPTION TO ORDER PRINTS/ITEMS DIRECTLY FROM GALLERY
*up to 12 people
$695
UPGRADE your gallery
Want to purchase all of the images in your gallery? This is for you! You will also have the option of upgrading after your gallery has been delivered.
$250
Payments
A $200 retainer fee is required at the time of booking to hold your session date with the remainder of your session fee due 3 days prior to our session.
watching your family grow
Returning families will receive 10% off all future sessions.
*all bookings are subject to Hawaii sales tax (4.5%)
Have a question? Start here:
WHEN DO I PAY FOR OUR SESSION?
A $200 retainer fee will be due upon booking to hold your session date. The remainder will be due 3 days prior to our session.
WHAT IF IT RAINS?
On days that call for rain, we want to be as flexible as possible. Rain showers are usually quickly passing so it may be a case of finding shelter and darting out to take photos during breaks in the rain. Keep in mind that while it may not be ideal, stormy skies can make for some amazing photographs. Another option is to EMBRACE THE RAIN and soak it up!
WHERE WILL OUR OUTDOOR SESSION BE?
After you contact me, I will send a location guide so you can see the different beaches that I often hold sessions at. It will include a little info about each location and pros/cons. I'll help you decide what location is best for your family.
WHERE WILL OUR NEWBORN SESSION BE?
Newborn sessions can either be done at the hospital or in your home as long as there is ample natural light. If the lighting is difficult, we may need to move to a neighborhood park for a relaxed session on a blanket. I'll be capturing those little yawns, tiny toes, and all the snuggles. I'm not the photographer to pose your baby in a basket with an oversized bow on her head. While that can be adorable, my focus is documenting the first few days with your new little love while you're settling in.
WHAT TIME WILL OUR SESSION BE AT?
Up to an hour after sunrise and an hour before sunset are the best times for an outdoor session. If your kids aren't early risers, a sunset session would be scheduled.
Newborn sessions will be scheduled for late morning.
WHAT IF MY CHILD CRIES THE WHOLE TIME?
Meeting someone new can be overwhelming for any baby or child, especially when that person is putting a camera in their face. That is why my approach to all sessions is first making a connection with your child(ren) and from there, we follow their lead (with a little guidance). My goal for all sessions is to capture authentic and real interactions between you and your family with minimal posing. Also note, I have two kids of my own. Little people can have big feelings so please don't apologize for any crying or sad kids. I get it!
WHAT SHOULD WE WEAR TO A FAMILY SESSION?
Above anything else, I want you to be comfortable and feel good about yourself. I do suggest not having too many different patterns or one color on everyone. Start with a statement piece/pattern (for example mom's dress or dad's shirt) and build from there using coordinating colors not matching colors. Solids are great! When in doubt, neutral colors and earth tones photograph well.
