FAQ

What can I expect from a lifestyle family session? 

A lifestyle family session is about your unique family dynamic.  These sessions are natural and laid back.  The outdoors or your own home make for an ideal backdrop, so family is the focus.  These environments also give your family a chance to loosen up and act themselves.  While this style of photography is aimed to be authentic, you will still be directed and posed.  This will create genuine interactions within the time constraints of a photo session.  You’ll be asked to focus on each other, not the camera, so most of the pictures will not be everyone looking at the camera.  This also means not everyone is smiling a forced smile or saying “cheese.” If someone smiles it’s because they are actually having a good time!  So when you look back you don’t think, I remember that outfit I bought for that one day, how uncomfortable my husband was and that my kids didn’t listen.  Instead, you’ll remember this time in your life and remember the little details of this family time together. 

Where will my session be?

I have several beautiful locations throughout Western Mass., but I am open to new locations.  The session can take place at a park, forest or mountain setting.  Western Mass has lots of variety for breathtaking backdrops, add the light from golden hour and your family and it is a recipe for perfection.   

How old should my baby be for a newborn session?

Newborn sessions occur the first few weeks after birth.  A fresh 48 session is within the first 48 hours. An in-home newborn session is best between 2-4 weeks of age.  

What should I wear?

I want your family to feel comfortable and that starts with the wardrobe.  I recommend starting with mom's outfit and coordinating, not matching.  Be yourself, that's what this experience is all about!

Will I get the digital photos from my session?

I don't believe in making you choose between all of your favorite images from the day.  I include all edited images in an online gallery, ready for sharing and downloading.    

Where can I purchase prints and products?

You can purchase prints, canvases and albums via your online gallery.  I can help you determine what products work best with your images and home décor.  

How long is my session?

Most family sessions are around 30-45 minutes.  All times are listed with the corresponding session on the session information page.