The Experience & Investment
“Because you don’t need more images, you need the right ones.”
I photograph film maternity, newborn, motherhood, and family sessions for creative, thoughtful mothers who are tired of generic photos. Together we design sessions around your real life so you can actually see yourself in the story your kids will remember.
I work with families in Seattle and Tacoma who want honest, artful images, a calm experience, and real support from the first email to the final print.
Keep scrolling to explore my offerings and find the right package for your story
What You Can Expect From Me
Working together feels simple and supported.
You don’t have to show up with a full vision – we build it together
You’re not pushed into poses that don’t feel like you
Your photos look like your actual family, not a trend
Every session is photographed entirely on film for a slower, more intentional pace and a classic look that doesn’t feel dated a few years from now.
“The session was so calm, so intentional. I didn’t feel pressure to perform or pose just to be with my family. And the film images… they feel like something we’ll hold onto for decades. Like someone finally saw us the way I see us.”
— Karie L
How we create your photos together
Step 1. Reach out
You inquire and share what you’re hoping for, whether it is a Seattle maternity session, a Tacoma newborn session at home, or a family session with older kids. I respond with honest guidance about which option fits best.
Step 2. IN DEPTH questionnaire
You receive a questionnaire that goes beyond basic details. I ask about your family, your home, and what this season in Seattle or Tacoma feels like for you. Your answers help me plan a session that feels specific to your life.
Step 3. Collaboration and planning
We talk through ideas over email or text. We can build a simple vision board, choose locations in Seattle or Tacoma that matter to you, and plan outfits that fit how you naturally live. This is a collaborative process so you feel seen before we even start shooting.
Step 4. Session day
On session day, I meet you where you are. In-home sessions in Seattle and Tacoma are calm and flexible. Kids can be silly, clingy, or shy. You can be tired, joyful, or somewhere in between. I gently guide when needed and also step back to let real moments happen.
Step 5. Your images
You receive a curated gallery with images that reflect your story. No sorting through hundreds of near-duplicates. Just honest, thoughtful photographs of your life in Seattle or Tacoma, the way it actually feels.
What is included in every Package
No matter which package you choose, every Seattle and Tacoma booking includes:
Planning support so you’re not doing this alone
In-depth questionnaire to help me understand your family and this season
Collaboration by email or text to share ideas and talk through details
A calm, guided film session in your home or on location
A curated online gallery with the best images from our time together
Access to fine art prints and albums so your photos can live in your home, not just on a screen
Payment plans are available for all sessions, and a retainer is required to reserve your date.
The Packages
Most mothers invest between $1,450 and $2,250 for a package that includes artful film photography and heirloom artwork for their home.
The Haiku
$875
Focused, one-hour sessions
A simple, intentional session for when you want a smaller collection of images that still feel like art. Best for maternity, motherhood with one or two children, or a shorter in-home family session.
Best for
Maternity sessions with one clear story
Motherhood sessions with one or two kids
Smaller in-home family sessions
The Sonnet
$1,450
Extended newborn and fuller family stories
A slower, more spacious session for newborns and families who need time to breathe, feed, snack, and reset. Ideal for in-home newborn sessions and families with multiple children.
Best for
In-home newborn sessions
Families with multiple children or big feelings
Sessions that include time in more than one area of your home
Includes
One complimentary 8x8 premium keepsake album
The Ballad
$2,250
Maternity + Newborn Bundle
For mothers who want both maternity and newborn photos held in one connected experience. The Ballad Session includes one maternity session while you’re still waiting and one newborn session once your baby is here, so both chapters live together in the same artistic style.
Best for
Parents who know they want both maternity and newborn photos
Those who want a consistent look and feel across both sessions
Families who like planning ahead and holding this whole chapter with care
Includes
One 8x8 complimentary premium keepsake album
The Ode
$3,450
Day-in-the-life family documentation
An immersive, documentary-style experience that follows your family for several hours. This is for the mother who wants the small rituals remembered, from breakfast together to backyard play to quiet evening routines.
Best for
Families who want more of the day documented, not just one hour
Including multiple parts of your world, like home and a favorite nearby spot
Letting kids fully warm up and be themselves without rushing
Includes
A complimentary 8x8 premium keepsake album
Heirloom Offerings
Your photos shouldn’t live on a phone forever. I’ll help you turn them into something you can hold handcrafted albums, framed prints, and nostalgic home movies. Each piece is made to last so your kids can one day flip through and see how deeply they were loved in this season of life.
The Album
For Sonnet, Ballad and Ode packages, or as an add-on
Your story deserves to live beyond a screen. Handcrafted premium keepsake albums transform your images into tangible art your kids can pull off the shelf as they grow..
Lay-flat album with 20 pages included.
Premium fabric or velvet cover and Fuji silk paper.
Premium kraft presentation box, canvas storage bag and white gloves.
The Home Movie
A Super 8–inspired film add-on
For families wanting more than still images, I offer a nostalgic, heartfelt Super 8–style home movie. It feels like watching an old home video simple and honest, with movement and sound that match the still images you’ll receive.
Available as an add-on to any session
Why Film?
I choose to work only with film because it changes the way I move through your session and the way your photos feel.
Slower, more intentional
Soft, timeless look
Less fuss, more presence
For you, that means fewer but stronger images that look like your real life and feel like something you’ll still love in twenty years.
Want to talk it through first?
If you’re curious but not ready to book, we can start with a short call. You can ask questions, share what you’re thinking, and get a feel for whether this experience is right for you and your kids.
No pressure, no pitch. Just a real conversation so you can decide what feels best for your family.