Family
$325
- Up to an hour
- Date & location of your choice within Kansas City
- A family photo session is the perfect way to capture your family's connection and love for one another. Our time together will be spent with a mixture of authentic and staged interactions. The images will tell a story, share the joy of family, and create memories that last a lifetime!
Extended Family
$475
- Up to an hour
- Date & location of your choice within Kansas City
- An extended family photo session is the perfect way to capture your loved ones across generations. These sessions gather grandparents, siblings, grandchildren, aunts and uncles, nieces, nephews, and more to create fun-filled and memorable moments.
Every Photography Package Includes:
- Images professionally hand-edited
- High resolution digital downloads in both color and black & white
- Images delivered within 2 weeks of each session
- Print release and printing information
session tips
CHOOSE YOUR LOCATION/S:
- Start browsing through the photos to see which location types are your favorite. You can search senior session images HERE or favorite locations HERE on my website, on INSTAGRAM, or even searching on Pinterest.
- I would love for you to decide on a location! Options to think about:
-- A place that is special to you
-- A location that you love the looks of whether it's a field/park or urban/downtown
-- A spot that only you have access to -- I'll admit this is my favorite because it hasn't usually been photographed before. - Once I know the type of location you want, we will go through all of the location choices and choose one that works best for you!
STYLING TIPS:
- Start with neutrals:
When planning your outfits, you can never go wrong with neutrals. Start with these neutrals: black, white, grey or denim. When choosing whites - the brighter the white, the more contrast it will give with your skin which will pop. Add color from there! - Bold & Warm Colors:
On camera, colors that are neon or bland can make skin tones look very washed out and unflattering. Try to avoid these colors. Warm and rich tones end up photographing beautifully on camera and will really compliment your hair + skin colors. Think of colors that are BRIGHT, RICH or BOLD. - Patterns & Textures:
When looking for patterns, again - think BOLD. Stripes, gingham, big floral or leaf prints, etc. Adding texture to your outfit makes the biggest difference, and it prevents the images from looking dull. Combining textures that you may not normally use together like sequins + cable knit sweaters or leather + fur make great pairs! - Accessorize:
When planning your outfits, don’t forget to plan accessories. Stacks of bangles, long necklaces, statement pieces, scarves, hats, bright shoes and other add-ons can make an outfit REALLY stand out! These items not only help your outfit look better and more put together, but it helps you with posing as well - it will give your photos more variety and interest.
What to wear
- My number one piece of ‘what to wear’ advice: coordinating is good, matching is not so good. You do not want to all be wearing the same color, print or outfit. It does not photograph well and looks flat.
- Neutral colors are a great place to start (gray, cream, brown, khaki, denim). These colors tend to photograph well in any setting or season.
- Think about the location and season and go with colors that compliment your when and where you will be taking pictures. For example, if you are taking pictures at a park in summer (very green time of year), avoid wearing a lot of green. Or if you are taking pictures at the Nerman Museum of Art, a very white/neutral location, wearing brighter colors/prints/patterns work well!
- When you’re figuring out what to wear, start with mom. Mom should feel confident in her outfit and that doesn’t always happen when she saves her outfit choice for last.
- For women, flowy skirts or maxi dresses give a lot of movement and that brings dimension, which photographs beautifully.
- Coordinating colors/patterns: try to stick with 2-3 complimenting colors, then add a ‘pop’ of color to really accentuate your outfit choices. As much as I love earth tones and those organic colors, adding a little pop of color can really add an extra touch to your photo session!
- Patterns, textures and layers add dimension.
- Accessories are an easy way to add that pop of color or dimension in your photos. Jewelry, scarves, necklaces, hair accessories, watches, earrings, etc. The small details make a big impact in your photos. It’s all in the details!
- Neon and super bright colors can cause color casting onto your skin. Avoid solid vibrant colors and anything with neon.
- Small lines close together (tight pinstripes and/or plaids) do not photograph well and almost add a weird 3D effect/optical illusion to your photos (which does not look good).
- When in doubt, ask me! I’ve been photographing families and kids for over 15 years and I can help guide you with outfits or provide insight into what you’ve picked out thus far. I’m always happy to help!
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