PORTRAIT SESSIONS
SESSION FEE | 350
The session fee includes:
- your portrait session reserved on my calendar
- planning and wardrobe styling
- complimentary access to client closet of dresses
- (digital images NOT included)
Sessions can take place in my natural light studio in Sterling, an outdoor location in the area, or in the comfort of your own home. I guide you every step of the way when it comes to planning and preparing for our time together.
After the session, you'll view the edited images and purchase digital images and/or artwork separately. Most clients invest 1400 - 2500+ in total for the experience.
EXPECTING A LITTLE ONE?
THe BABY PLAN MEMBERSHIP AWAITS →
THE BABY PLAN MEMBERSHIP
You deserve a relaxed, effortless portrait experience during this special time. One that slows it all down and lets you soak up all the love with no worries of forgetting. This is for you today, and you 10, 20, 30 years from now.
The membership documents baby's first year at significant savings. Choose to photograph up to four sessions (maternity, newborn, sitting session, one year milestone).
The Baby Plan membership is reserved for a limited number of families each year. Please inquire for details and availability.
900 membership FEE DUE AT BOOKING
DIGITAL IMAGES & ARTWORK PURCHASED SEPARATELY AFTER EACH SESSION.
MADE TO LAST
your story
Printing your favorite moments is an effortless part of the experience. We offer top-of-the-line heirloom albums, custom framed fine art prints and keepsakes are designed to tell your story. Each one completely custom and handcrafted to last a lifetime. The best part? I take care of all the details - so you can sit back, relax and relive this season of life for years to come. See the artwork options here.
JESSICA
We had been looking for a film photographer who could document and capture as family as is during whatever season of life we were in. We wanted images that captured feelings, bonds, unspoken words - Emily did just that for us! She's got a magic touch, especially with little ones running around."
"definitely worth the investment!
"SHE IS A DREAM PHOTOGRAPHER!
KARYNNE
I chose Emily to do my maternity and newborn photos because of her classic and timeless style and the photos I received did not disappoint. They will for sure be treasured for many years to come and I cannot wait to see my daughter leaf through her newborn album.
"I cannot rave about Emily enough!
MICHELLE
She is such a ray of sunshine. Not only does she work to bring your vision to life, but she brings so many great ideas too. What I found especially amazing, apart from great photos, is that she was so great at getting back to us quickly and that she put together our outfits for photos. She had it all covered!"
"I WILL ABSOLUTELY USE HER AGAIN IN THE FUTURE!
THE GOTTLIEB FAMILY
We loved working with Emily—she’s taken our family photos twice, and each time they were so beautiful. I don’t know how she manages to capture such amazing shots of wiggly toddlers, but she does!
"Working with Emily was awesome and would highly recommend her.
KATIE
We hired her to take our maternity & newborn photos and we love how they came out. Emily took the time to better understand our preferences, what we like/what we don't like, etc to make sure that during our maternity and newborn sessions we were getting pictures back that we would love.
“I loved working with her so much!
VANESSA
She was able to direct us with ease and make the entire experience very fun, relaxing, and comfortable. I feel very grateful to have found Emily because the photos from both sessions hold so many precious memories. If you are considering hiring Emily, I would say Congratulations! You found the one. Now, have fun!
"WE LOVE EMILY!
KELSEA & LOUIS
She has done our engagement, wedding, and now newborn portraits throughout the years. In addition to taking amazing photos, she is flexible, patient and friendly. I love her studio space, women’s dress options and that she offers consults ahead of the session so you get the most out of your time."
"Our photos from her are classic, beautiful, and true family treasures!
SORELLE & MICHAEL
Emily Alyssa has captured so many special moments for our family! Our engagement, wedding, and first family photos with our newborn. She is a joy to work with, both for her warm and cheerful personality, as well as her professional and prompt turnaround.
"Our anniversary photo session with Emily was a dream.
Charlotte
Sometimes you’re lucky to get 2-3 good photos from a session, but almost every photo in our final gallery was frame-worthy. Emily has excellent technical skills, but she also knows how to pose her clients and communicate. Ultimately her work speaks for itself, and you won’t regret investing in a session.
"10/10 recommend!
ashTIN
Emily did such an amazing job capturing my maternity pictures and then our son’s newborn pictures. You definitely won’t regret booking a session with her!"
“I will forever cherish each and every picture you took.
NAYELY & RUBEN
After our first meeting, we knew he had to hire Emily. She made us feel comfortable and took her time to get to know us as a couple and our vision for the wedding day. You can tell Emily is passionate about her job and business and pours her heart into making all her couples happy."
“We received more compliments on our pictures than I could even count.
LAUREN & ANDY
We were in AWE of every picture. She was everything we could have asked for and more!!"
“We love coming to Emily’s studio and outdoor sessions.
KATIE
She has photographed our family several times and my kids get excited every time we go see her. Her ability to handle little kids while making them feel comfortable and confident all at the same and capture lasting memories is remarkable. To top it off her client wardrobe helps us moms have options! Definitely recommend her to all our friends!
“EMILY IS AMAZING!
BELLA
She did my maternity photos and accommodated my family with no hesitation when we needed it! She also was amazing in recommending the perfect outfits for both me and my fiancé. She is the nicest person and its awesome that she shoots in digital and film!"
"EMILY IS SUCH A WONDERFUL PERSON INSIDE AND OUT.
CASSIE & BILLY
She did our engagement, wedding, maternity and newborn photos. I knew from the first time we spoke she was going to be the perfect photographer for us. Emily has been able to capture some of the biggest moments in my life and I couldn’t be happier."
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The session fee covers your photography time and my creative assistance planning your session. After viewing the edited photos, you'll purchase digital images and artwork separately. You'll view the edited photos in the comfort of your own home and place your digital image and/or artwork order online. I'm also available to meet with you in person to finalize your artwork designs!
HOW DOES PRICING WORK?
How early should we book?
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
The earlier the better! My calendar often fills up months in advance. However, you can always check if I have a last-minute opening. For maternity and newborn, I recommend securing your reservation the beginning of your second trimester. To book you'll sign a contract and pay the session fee - both can be done online!
What if it rains?
We'll reschedule to another day for no extra charge.
I NOTICED YOU ARE A FILM PHOTOGRAPHER. WHAT DOES THAT MEAN?
Absolutely! I'll help you choose the location and give you personalized wardrobe advice. You can even borrow a dress from the client closet. Location options include the studio, an outdoor location in the area (see ideas here), or your home. Please note all in-home and outdoor sessions take place on weekdays Tuesday - Friday. I also offer a handful of Saturday Studio sessions each season.
As an artist, I enjoy including film photography to give you those soft, creamy tones and timeless aesthetic. I also use my digital camera for low-light situations and fast-moving little ones. Together, they create a unique photography experience. You'll have the option to add on film photography to your session fee at booking.
WILL YOU HELP US PLAN THE SESSION?
"DEFINITELY WORTH THE INVESTMENT!
JESSICA
We had been looking for a film photographer who could document and capture as family as is during whatever season of life we were in. We wanted images that were timeless and natural rather than dated contrived, images that captured the everyday little details and moments that are often forgotten and taken for granted. Images that captured feelings, bonds, unspoken words - Emily did just that for us! She's got a magic touch, especially with little ones running around."
"Our photos from her are classic, beautiful, and true family treasures!
SORELLE
Emily Alyssa has captured so many special moments for our family! Our engagement, wedding, and first family photos with our newborn. She is a joy to work with, both for her warm and cheerful personality, as well as her professional and prompt turnaround."
"Working with Emily was awesome and would highly recommend her.
KATIE
We hired her to take our maternity & newborn photos and we love how they came out. Emily took the time to better understand our preferences, what we like/what we don't like, etc to make sure that during our maternity and newborn sessions we were getting pictures back that we would love.
“I will forever cherish each and every picture you took.
NAYELY & RUBEN
She made us feel comfortable and took her time to get to know us as a couple and our vision for the wedding day. You can tell Emily is passionate about her job and business and pours her heart into making all her couples happy."
"EMILY IS SUCH A WONDERFUL PERSON INSIDE AND OUT.
CASSANDRA & BILLY
She was helpful every step of the way and worked with us to make sure we had everything in place for our photo sessions to run smooth. After our maternity session we met to go over the gallery. It was refreshing talking about the photos together and going over different options of things I could do with them. Emily has been able to capture some of the biggest moments in my life and I couldn’t be happier.
“I loved working with her so much!
VANESSA
She was able to direct us with ease and make the entire experience very fun, relaxing, and comfortable. I feel very grateful to have found Emily because the photos from both sessions hold so many precious memories. If you are considering hiring Emily, I would say Congratulations! You found the one. Now, have fun!
"will continue to have her take our family photos in the years to come!
KELSEA & LOUIS
We love Emily! She has done our engagement, wedding, and now newborn portraits throughout the years. In addition to taking amazing photos, she is flexible, patient and friendly. She made us feel comfortable with posing and working with an unpredictable newborn (she can even swaddle!). I love her studio space, women’s dress options and that she offers consults ahead of the session so you get the most out of your time."
"SHE IS A DREAM PHOTOGRAPHER!
KARYNNE
I chose Emily to do my maternity and newborn photos because of her classic and timeless style and the photos I received did not disappoint. They will for sure be treasured for many years to come and I cannot wait to see my daughter leaf through her newborn album.
"Our ANNIVERSARY PHOTO SESSION WITH EMILY WAS A DREAM.
CHARLOTTE & ROB
Sometimes you’re lucky to get 2-3 good photos from a session, but almost every photo in our final gallery was frame-worthy. Emily has excellent technical skills, but she also knows how to pose her clients and communicate. Ultimately her work speaks for itself, and you won’t regret investing in a session."
"EMILY IS AMAZING!!!
BELLA
She did my maternity photos and accommodated my family with no hesitation when we needed it! She also was amazing in recommending the perfect outfits for both me and my fiancé. She is the nicest person and its awesome that she shoots in digital and film!"
"WE LOVE COMING TO EMILY’S STUDIO AND OUTDOOR SESSIONS.
KATIE
She has photographed our family several times and my kids get excited every time we go see her. Her ability to handle little kids while making them feel comfortable and confident all at the same and capture lasting memories is remarkable. To top it off her client wardrobe helps us moms have options! Definitely recommend her to all our friends!"
"10/10 recommend!
ASHTIN
Emily did such an amazing job capturing my maternity pictures and then our son’s newborn pictures. 10/10 recommend! You definitely won’t regret booking a session with her!"
"I DEFINITELY RECOMMEND HER, AND WILL ABSOLUTELY USE HER AGAIN IN THE FUTURE!
THE GOTTLIEB FAMILY
We loved working with Emily—she’s taken our family photos twice, and each time they were so beautiful. I don’t know how she manages to capture such amazing shots of wiggly toddlers, but she does!
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