Fall is also a popular time for senior sessions! To learn more about my senior packages, click HERE!

I will be offering standard and 30 minute sessions again this year for families. If you are interested in learning if 30 minute sessions are right for you and your family, click HERE!

To learn more about all types of sessions I offer click HERE

I will be updating my fall availability here so check back often! To book a session, send me an e-mail with the date you are interested in along with the type of session you would like. Once I receive your contract and retainer (sent electronically) you will be booked! NOTE: YOUR SESSION IS ONLY HELD FOR 48 HOURS AFTER I SEND YOU THE RETAINER AND CONTRACT. IF THEY ARE NOT RECEIVED WITHIN 48 HOURS YOUR DATE IS OPENED BACK UP.

SEPTEMBER
7- 30 minute session available
8
13
14
15
20
21
27
28

OCTOBER
4
11
12
13
19
20
25
26- 30 minute session at secret plaza park available
27

NOVEMBER
1
2
3

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I started getting fall inquiries a few weeks ago and it quickly reminder me fall will be here before we know it. This calendar worked really well last fall, so trying it again this year.If you are considering a photo shoot, I hope to see you! Fall is a great time to showcase your family in time for the holidays. If you are interested in learning if 30 minute sessions are right for you and your family, click HERE!

To learn more about all types of sessions I offer click HERE

I will be updating my fall availability here so check back often! To book a session, send me an e-mail with the date you are interested in along with the type of session you would like. Once I receive your contract and retainer (sent electronically) you will be booked! NOTE: YOUR SESSION IS ONLY HELD FOR 48 HOURS AFTER I SEND YOU THE RETAINER AND CONTRACT. IF THEY ARE NOT RECEIVED WITHIN 48 HOURS YOUR DATE IS OPENED BACK UP.

AUGUST
27
28
29

SEPTEMBER
10
11
12
17
18
19
24
25
26

OCTOBER
1
2–
3
4
8
9
10
11
15
16
17
18
23
24
25
29
30

NOVEMBER
5
6
8
12
13
14
15

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May 14
May 17
May 21
May 24

June 4
June 5
June6
June 7
June 11
June 14
June 18
June 21
June 25
June 26
June 27
June 28

July 9
July 10
July 16
July 17
July 18
July 19
July 23
July 24
July 25
July 26
July 30
July 31

August 1
August 2
August 6
August 7
August 8

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Molly was referred to me by her best friend! Molly is a senior at Shawnee Mission South. I was thrilled to meet and work with Molly and her mother for this senior session! We headed to Loose Park and the Nelson Atkins Museum and had a perfect session! Here are a few of my favorites from our session!

For more information about my senior session, click HERE! If you would like to book a senior session, contact me!

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Isn’t Ally stunning?! As soon as we started this session, I knew it was going to be special. Ally is gorgeous but also laid back and easy to photograph. By the end of the session, she was so comfortable in front of the camera, I didn’t want it to end! Sessions like this make me giddy with excitement!

Ally’s hobbies include tennis, soccer, and DECA. Her favorite quote is, “You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take.” Her favorite subject is history and favorite food is pizza! Ally plans on attending KU to study business.

Click HERE to learn more about senior sessions. Ready to book, click HERE to contact me!

Here are a few of my favorites from our Loose Park and Liberty Memorial session!

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This is one of my favorite senior sessions- ever! Riley was a natural in front of the camera! Her stunning beauty and outfits combined with the softness at my secret spot and architecture at Nelson Atkins Museum made the perfect session! I am thrilled to be chosen for her senior pictures!

Riley plays volleyball at Olathe East and her favorite subject is Psychology. She enjoys hanging out with friends, volleyball, going to the lake, and working with kids.

Riley’s favorite quote is: “Life is a gift. Wake up every day and realize that.” Riley plans on studying nursing at college.

Here are a few of my favorites from our session!

If you would like to learn more about senior session click HERE!

If you would like to schedule a session, shoot me a message!

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I really missed photography during the stay at home order! I was so relieved to get back to some sort of ‘new normal.’ I’ve had a busier than normal summer and already getting bookings for fall. If you are considering a photo shoot, I hope to see you! This is a great time to showcase your family in time for the holidays. If you are interested in learning if one of the new 30 minute sessions is right for you and your family, click HERE!

I will be updating my fall availability here so check back often! To book a session, send me an e-mail with the date you are interested in along with the type of session you would like. Once I receive your contract and retainer (sent electronically) you will be booked!

UPDATE: I completely booked for 2020!

Sept 6

Sept 11

Sept 19

Sept 20

Sept 25

Sept 26

Sept 27

Oct 3-

Oct 4

Oct 9

Oct 10

Oct 11

Oct 17

Oct 18-

Oct 23

Oct 24

Oct 25- One session left for this date

Oct 26

Oct 27- One session left for this date

Oct 30 –

Oct 31

Nov 1

Nov 6

Nov 8

Nov 15

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When I started my photography journey over a decade ago, mini/shorter sessions weren’t in high demand. I offered them periodically, but most of my clients preferred a standard/longer session which are about 50-60 minutes. Fast forward, requests for shorter sessions increase each year. My business has evolved from a mostly product driven/longer session to one that is digitally based with shorter sessions.

Truth be told, shorter sessions are not my favorite to photograph. This doesn’t mean I don’t see the value in them… I have signed up for them myself. But, as an artist, they allow very little room for creativity.

I am a lifestyle/documentary photographer. My heart yearns to capture the essence of a family and 15 minutes doesn’t allow time to do that. 

While there are many times a shorter session is very convenient and budget friendly, here are some considerations when deciding what length of session is right for you!

CHILDREN AND TIME:  The most common reason I hear families sign up for shorter sessions is because their children don’t have long attention spans. While that may be true, if they aren’t cooperating, that gives you (and me) very little to work with. Standard sessions allow your children frequent breaks, and often times they aren’t needed, because I also incorporate activities and movement that capture genuine moments. The more time I have, the more variety and relaxed the session will be. The shorter the time, ironically, the more pressure I (and your family) am under to get that perfect shot.

Family pets almost always need breaks from over stimulation. It can sometimes be a very stressful situation for them. Always consider the individual needs of your family pet when deciding what a good fit is!

It’s hard to believe, but on average, 30% or less of images I take on my camera make it into your gallery. It takes a lot of clicks to get those great shots! Closed eyes, someone not looking at the camera, and unflattering poses get thrown out.

INVESTMENT:  As a consumer, I’m always looking to save money. I love a good deal! We prioritize things we need and want based on our values and budgets. I realize you have many choices when it comes to photographers. With so much available talent, it makes sense to pick the photographer that best fits into your budget!

Running a business is very expensive. We invest a lot of time communicating, traveling, shooting, and editing the session.  Our expenses may surprise you… on top of very expensive photography equipment that has to replaced or upgraded periodically, we must have a computer, pay subscription fees for website/photo hosting, and editing software education. We pay credit card fees, studio rental fees and carry business and health insurance on top of so much more. Most of us also invest in continuing our education to improve our craft.

Nothing makes me happier than repeat business and seeing your families grow or capturing milestones in your lives. I do not take for granted the fact that you invest heavily into your sessions with me and I always aim to exceed your expectations. When I see family portraits hung on the wall or on social media as your profile picture, it brings me so much joy. Creating memories is truly a gift I love to share.

If you prefer capturing more variety and having a good mix of posed and candid, but a standard session isn’t in your budget every year (and believe me, I completely understand!), perhaps consider mixing it it in every few years between shorter sessions.

INTRODUCING A NEW TYPE OF SESSION: Setting expectations for shorter sessions has been historically very difficult with me since as I mentioned, I prefer spending an hour with every client. But, the demand for shorter sessions is there, so, I am introducing 30 minute sessions on a trial basis for 2020. These sessions will be offered at limited locations. These sessions will be good for families looking for a bit more variety than a short 15 minute mini session.

1-2 times a year, I will be offering shorter 15 minute mini sessions. These dates will be offered first to my e-mail subscription list and then open up to everyone else.  Mini sessions will include a limited number of digital images with the option to purchase more, if desired. These sessions will be good for families looking for 1-2 pictures with everyone looking at the camera and a handful of combinations. If you would like to subscribe to my e-mail list click HERE!

HERE IS A COMPLETE LIST OF ALL TYPES OF SESSIONS I NOW OFFER:
Mini Session- Shorter 15 minute sessions offered 1-2 times a year with a limited number of digital files included and option to purchase more.

30 minute session- 30 minute session offered at limited locations with digital files included.

Standard Session- 50-60 minute session offered at any location with digital files included.

Lifestyle Session- Customized session in your home or location of your choice. Digital files included.

Senior Session- 4 packages to choose from. All packages include a number of digital files depending what package you select.

Headshot- 15 minute in studio traditional headshot or customized personal brand sessions offered. Digital images included.

HOW DO I DECIDE BETWEEN A MINI, 30-MINUTE, OR STANDARD SESSION?
If you are looking to update the family portrait with everyone looking at the camera, consider a 15 minute mini session.

If you have very small children or unsure if they will cooperate, consider a 30 or 60 minute session. Lifestyle sessions in the home are also perfect for small children and pets!

If you try the 30 minute session and it still has you yearning for more variety, try budgeting a standard session for the following year.

If you have a large family and/or want more combinations and variety, consider a 30 or 60 minute session depending on how much variety you want.

If you are including extended family, a standard session is needed.

If you want to include the family pet and Fido isn’t the most cooperative, consider a longer session. Sessions can be stressful/over stimulating on pets, so adding time is recommended for breaks.

If you love candid moments, a 30 or 60 minute session will give you more variety! The more time you allow, the more variety and more laid back the session will be! Lifestyle sessions are also perfect for capturing candid moments!

Are you ready to book a session? Click HERE to contact me!

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Sessions are scheduled at golden hour near sunset in the fall due to dropping temperatures. Here are the dates left:

September 8
September 14
September 15
September 29
September 21- 1 Mini session available at Ironwoods Park in Leawood
September 22
One week day opening the week of October 7th (mini session or standard)
October 12
October 14- Mini session at Nelson Atkins Museum
October 19
October 20
One week day opening the week of October 21st (mini session or standard)
October 27 (standard or senior session)
November 2
November 3 (standard, mini or senior session)
One week day opening the week of November 4th (mini session or standard)
November 9 (standard, mini or senior session)
November 10 (standard, mini or senior session)

For more information on my session click HERE! A $125 retainer and signed contract is due to reserve your date and time!

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Micah and his family are moving out of state in May. This change is not welcomed by my niece and she has already spent endless hours crying. She doesn’t want her best friend to move away. They recently had a date to Build A Bear. Micah had Rebecca’s bear recorded with his voice to say, ”  “I love you, Rebecca.”

With the impending move, I thought it would be meaningful to capture their special friendship. So, the two planned a date to Wonderscope, ice cream at Aunt Jean’s, followed by engagement pictures at Antioch Park. My hope is that they can look back on these pictures and that it will bring memories of joy. Micah brought a sign from home that he wanted to take a picture of with Rebecca. It is posted below and it’s just the cutest sentiment!

Q: What was your favorite date with Micah?
R: Getting ice cream and buying LOL dolls

Q: What do you like best about Micah?
R: His sense of fashion, his hair, and he is just so cute.

Q: What are your favorite activities together?
M & R: Target, McDonalds, arts & crafts, playing LOL dolls, playground

Here are some of my favorites from our session! Enjoy!

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