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documenting REAL family moments

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

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

Let's capture
that.

 

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Family Photography in Portland, Oregon

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. 
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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.
 

Not to mention, your child will treasure these photographs

more and more as they become adults.
 

Oregon Coast Motherhood Photography Session

"I feel I was given two lives,
and the second one began

the day you were born."

~Jessica Jocelyn

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THE EXPERIENCE​

 

You choose the general location of the shoot 

(Portland, the Oregon Coast, Columbia River Gorge, etc.) 

and we'll select a more exact location after booking.

 

These photo sessions focus on your family connection, emphasizing motherhood. In my experience, the mamas don't get photographed enough with their children. Let's put intention on capturing your love for your children, theirs for you, and everything in between.This could mean photos of you holding your children, laughing & playing with them, breastfeeding, and just being present with with them, documenting the beautiful and monumental feelings of motherhood.

 

If you'd like your entire session to focus on motherhood, click here.

 

I'll give your family prompts and light direction and let the scene unfold naturally. 

 

During the session, we'll move at your child's pace. If we need to take a snack break, we will. If we need to move faster or slower, we will. If they cry, scream, kick & yell, it's OKAY. We'll 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, no expectations; an experience.

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

~ Isabel

Motherhood moments in a greenhouse near Salem, Oregon

For the mamas who want to savor
every last moment of motherhood.

oregon coast family photographer

PRICING

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Oregon Coast

Building sand castles, climbing coastal rocks, searching for sea stars...what more could your children want?

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After you book your session, we'll determine together which exact beach fits your needs best.

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I most often shoot near Lincoln City, Pacific City, Cannon Beach & Nehalem.

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$995

Mountains, rolling hills, riverfront & waterfalls -

so many beautiful backdrops

for your family's story!

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After booking, we'll determine together which exact location suits your needs best.

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$825

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Columbia River Gorge

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Portland & Towns

From forests and ferns to downtown Portland to Mt. Hood, there are so many local options that will be the perfect backdrop to your baby bump.

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After you book your session, we'll determine an exact location based on your preferences.

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$750

What's a more intimate and meaningful location than your own home?

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Truly, all you need is a window & some natural light to tell your family's story.

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$750

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In-Home

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Family Session

(Location Undecided)

For those of you who know they want a family session but need a little more time deciding on location. And that's okay!

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We'll discuss later which location is best for you. 

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$750+

Pricing
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Portland Family, Newborn & Maternity Photographer
Serving Portland, the Columbia River Gorge, Mt. Hood, the Oregon Coast, and the greater Pacific Northwest.

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