What are documentary newborn and family sessions?
“She captured magical moments of my children living their lives; playing together, laughing, crying—moments that I’m usually unaware of or so entrenched in that I don’t get to really see them.” -Alexis
During a documentary family session, you’ll go about your day as you normally do, and it is the photographer's job to observe and take pictures without prompts, posing or intervention.
Because the pictures are meant to be a record of what your life is like, there is absolutely zero need to organize your schedule around a session, let alone shop for matching outfits or put on makeup even. Whether you choose a regular weekday or a lazy Sunday, you can go about your day as you normally would. I promise, the regular things are worth documenting:
PJs are allowed
Naps are taken – no matter what your age
Bellies get filled
Tantrums and meltdowns go hand-in-hand with parenting
Sometimes families have places to go.
Baths and showers are taken, teeth are brushed, kids are put to bed
Kids do some weird s...tuff
How long are the sessions?
2-4 hour sessions are great for maternity, Fresh 48, newborn, baby, kids, milestone and family photography – as well as mommy and me sessions, kids playing with their BFFs, celebrations, and afternoons with grandparents. A Day In The Life sessions, up to 12 hours long, allow for a true representation of what your life is like at this very moment.At first these sessions can seem long compared to traditional sessions. But the longer time allows time for everyone to fully relax – and almost forget about the camera – which is when the pictures you get are of moments and details you don't want to forget.
How do we book a session?
Before you have to make any decisions, we'll talk on a video call so that I can answer any questions you might have, and you'll get a chance to see if I'm someone you'd be comfortable with as well as ask any questions you might have. You can get in touch through my contact page or send me an email.To book your session, you pay a retainer as well as sign a session agreement. Once you've seen your pictures, you can choose which package you want to go for – the retainer will be deducted from the package price. All you need to decide on is how long of a session you would like, a date and a time.**Fresh 48 session and newborn session timing will be decided when baby is born, which we'll talk about during our call.