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FAMILIES

documenting REAL family moments

Families often say they want photos “before everything changes,” but the truth is everything is always changing.

A photo session gives you a pause—a chance to step back and see the love you’re living inside every day.

The way your child reaches for you, the comfort they find in your presence,
the quiet proof that you are home to them.

Family photos aren’t about documenting perfection.
They’re about preserving connection.

The real moments, the familiar rhythms, the love that exists even on ordinary days... that's what matters.

Let's capture it.

 

show me the REAL stuff...

Don't worry about perfection. I don't want the perfect poses, standing stiffly for the camera, smiling awkwardly and wondering if this will be over soon. I want movement, emotion,  your fingers twirling in your child's hair, their hand on your cheek, capturing your closeness and connection. 

We'll let your story unfold however it unfolds. Give me the chaos, give me the fun, and all the little forever moments in between. Because those are the things you'll remember and want to look back on for the rest of your life.

We'll move at your child's pace. If we need to take a break, we do. If we need to move faster or slower, we do. If they cry, scream, kick & yell, it's OKAY. We roll with it and take our time if we need it.
 
All I ask is that you bring your authentic selves and live in the moment with your children, however they show up that day. No stress. An experience. Breathe. I'll take the reins for a moment.

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"I feel I was given two lives,
and the second one began
the day you were born."

~Jessica Jocelyn

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"You seriously went above & beyond,
the gallery is incredible!"

~ Isabel

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Children & Family Photographer based in Sandy, OR

Portland Family Photographer; Portland, Oregon Coast, Bend, Columbia River Gorge

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