What it's like to
work with me.
From your first message to your final gallery — here's everything you need to know before you reach out.
A full-service experience,
start to finish.
I don't just show up, click, and leave. Every session is a collaboration — and it starts long before we pick up a camera. Here's how it works:
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WE CONNECT
We start with a relaxed consultation by phone, where I get to know you, your family, and what matters most to capture. No pressure, just a real conversation. I want to understand your story, and, most importantly, I want you to feel you can trust me before you book me. When you’re ready to book, a non-refundable retainer fee and a signed contract will secure your session.
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WE HAVE FUN
Session day is relaxed, playful, and real. I blend gentle direction with genuine moments — so you look your best without feeling stiff or posed. Kids especially — I know how to bring out the real them, not a performance of them.
02
WE PLAN TOGETHER
Let the fun begin! Another phone consultation to discuss creative ideas, locations, wardrobe, timing, lighting, all the details — I guide you through every decision so nothing feels overwhelming. I'll share specific suggestions tailored to your family or brand, and we'll land on a plan that feels completely like you.
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YOU RECEIVE
Your hand-edited gallery arrives within 2–3 weeks, delivered through a private online gallery. Every image is carefully selected and artistically edited to feel timeless — ready to print, frame, share, and keep for generations!
Investment
I offer a limited number of sessions each month so that every client gets my full attention. Sessions include professional editing, a private online gallery, and ongoing support throughout the whole process.
Family & Maternity
FOR FAMILIESFamily portraits that feel like you. From our first hello to your final gallery, this is a full-service experience built around your family's story. We'll plan the location, wardrobe, and timing together — then spend 1–2 hours making real memories, not just photographs.
Family Portrait Session— $1500
Includes:
Full outdoor or in-home session
Unlimited consultation
Creative direction + guidance
About 1 to 2 hours of session time
100+ edited high-res image downloads
Private Online Gallery and Store feature access
Kids Portraits
FOR LITTLE ONESPortraits for milestones that matter — first birthdays, 753 Japanese kimono sessions, graduations, high school-seniors, special moments worth capturing before they pass.
1) Kids Basic Portrait Session — $550
Best for:
Kids needing a quick portrait
First-time or economy entry for families
Includes:
Up to 30 min natural light or simple lighting session
2–3 outfit changes
5 fully retouched high-res images
Online gallery
Wardrobe & posing guidance
2) Kids Creative Portrait Session — $850
Best for:
Parents wanting more than standard headshots
Creatives/branding use (e.g., social media, personal branding for child talents)
Photos that look editorial, not just headshots
Includes:
Up to 60 min session (location or on-set setup)
3–4 outfits
10 fully retouched high-res images
Custom styling + moodboard
Online gallery
3) Premium Kids Creative Portfolio — $1,200
Best for:
Child actors/models building or updating a comprehensive portfolio
Kids with a lot of creative ideas
Agents/parents wanting variety (brand + headshots + lifestyle)
Includes:
Up to 2 hour session
Inside + outdoor/location options
Unlimited outfit changes
Custom creative direction + moodboard
20+ fully edited digital images
Portfolio design guidance
1) Senior Portrait Mini — $650
Best for: Seniors who want standout images without a big investment.
Includes:
Up to 30 min session
1 location
Up to 2 outfits
5 professionally fully edited digital images
Online gallery + download license
2) Signature Senior Experience — $950
Best for: Creative, character-driven senior portraits for students who want a truly personal experience.
Includes:
Up to 90 min session
2–3 outfits
Multiple locations
10 fully edited digital images
Pre-session plan + style guidance
Online gallery + download license
3) Premium Senior Storytelling — $1350
Best for: For seniors who want a once-in-a-lifetime creative portrait session with an heirloom outcome.
Includes:
2–3 hr extended session
Unlimited outfits
Multiple locations
All Edited high resolution gallery (~60+ images)
Online gallery + download license
Unlimited pre-session creative planning + mood board
Hair and makeup recommendations, as well as kimono style recommendations, available.
Seniors Portraits
Headshots, personal branding, and creative portraits for the professional who wants images that actually look and feel like them. Individual and team portraits available.
1) Individual Professional Portrait — $650
Includes:
Up to 30 min professional headshot session
3 fully retouched high-res images with skin cleanings
Digital delivery + commercial usage rights
Wardrobe & posing guidance
2) CREATIVE TEAM PACKAGE (TEAM SESSION)
Best for:
For companies upgrading team photos with visual consistency — ideal for websites, About pages, press materials.
Small Team (up to 6 people) from $1800
Includes:
On-location studio setup at your office
1 retouched image per person
Digital delivery + commercial usage rights
Creative Direction + posing guidance
Optional 1 group photo
Customized packages available for your business’s needs. Contact for details.
FOR CREATIVES & PROFESSIONALSProfessional Portraits
A detailed pricing guide is sent after your inquiry. Collections include session time, professional editing, and your online gallery. Print products, albums, and other products are available as add-ons.
Your Questions, Answered
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I typically book 4–6 weeks in advance, especially in the fall, my busiest season. For the holiday weekend, spots fill even faster. Reach out early, and we'll find a date that works.
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The short answer is: wear what makes you feel like you! Coordinated doesn't mean matching. I'll help you pull it all together so everyone looks cohesive and comfortable.
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This comes up a lot — and honestly, it's one of my favorite challenges. I've been working with kids for years, and I know how to meet them where they are. We move at their pace, we play, we don't force smiles. The real moments are always the best ones anyway. I’m totally fine with kids crying, tantruming, being too goofy… It’s just all cute to me! And parents, please DO NOT feel bad for me if your kids act up. I LOVE it! lol
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Your gallery will be ready within 2–3 weeks (might be longer during the busy season) after your session. You'll receive a private link to view, download, and share your images. Rush delivery is available if you need your photos sooner.
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Yes!! And I really REALLY encourage it. A photo that only lives on a phone isn't really living. I offer professional print products, wall art, and heirloom albums through my online gallery shop that you can access. I'll help you order products if you want me to. Having your physical prints on your wall means a lot to me!
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Anywhere that feels meaningful to you — a favorite park, your backyard, your home(my favorite location!), a neighborhood you love. I shoot all over the greater Los Angeles area and can suggest locations based on your style and the light we're chasing.