DOCUMENTARY FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHY
Seattle Real Life Family Sessions
Seattle Documentary Family Sessions
For families that embrace real, messy, fun, chaotic life that’s full of love and big emotions.
What are Documentary Family Sessions?
A documentary family session is a true and honest capture at an average day for your family with absolutely no posing. Kids being kids, and parents being parents! I become a fly on the wall as I capture the fun, the chaos, the tears (we as parents all know they happen), the love, and mostly, what makes your family special. If you or your significant other isn't a fan of the idea of a typical "pinterest" family photo shoot, then this is a great way to document your family! I tell the story of your family without the prompts or props and create unique artwork along the way.
P.S. I will still get a fun family portrait quickly and without tears during your session upon request!
Why Choose Documentary Family Sessions?
Choosing a documentary family session is all about capturing those real, everyday moments that make your family unique. No stiff poses or forced smiles here—this style of photography is all about catching you as you are, from messy playtime giggles, family meal times, or cozy snuggles on the couch. Everyday family chaos is captured and turned into cherished memories. So, why choose a documentary session? Because it's like freezing time on all those genuine, heartfelt moments that you don’t want to forget.
How It Works
Inquire & Consultation: Contact me to get started and schedule a quick chat. We’ll talk about what part of your family’s story you’d like to focus on during your session (i.e. an average Saturday, a birthday, an anniversary, moving into a new home, baby milestone, etc.) and about how to tailor the session to your family's needs.
Session Day: Relax and be yourselves – I'll document your family's moments as they unfold, whether at home or a favorite place outside.
Delivery: You'll receive a carefully curated online gallery of high-quality images that tell the story of your family's day-to-day life to keep and download. You’ll pick your favorite photos for your included album and I’ll send it off to be professionally printed so it will last for decades to come.
Investment
Storytelling Session
2 Hour Session.
Just enough time for everyone to relax and a chance to document your family’s life exactly as it is in this season of life.
High-res digital files delivered in an online gallery. Mini Album with 20 photos included.
2 Payments of $425 +tax
Half Day Session
4 Hour Session. More time, more moments.
Four hours allows me to tell a more complete story of your family’s life. For example I can spend all morning with you as you go about your normal routines, from wake up, to breakfast, to scheduled activities or just hanging out. Four hours gives everyone a chance to forget the camera is even there. Seriously!
High-res digital files delivered in an online gallery. Mini Album with 40 photos included.
2 Payments of $700 +tax
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F.A.Q.s
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A great way to think about a documentary session is to think of it as a visual time capsule of your family in this moment. I artistically capture your real-life interactions, the fun, the chaos, and your love. It is truly a photojournalistic view of your family captured in a way that tells your family’s unique story without prompts, dressing up, or being anything other than yourselves. Lifestyle photography will look unposed, but there are often prompts, posing suggestions, and planned outfits involved. Documentary is 100% real life baby!
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We’ll chat beforehand about what a normal day looks like for your family and what kinds of activities you would like photographed together. For your session you will generally just do your normal routine! This means you don’t have to worry about getting all dressed up, actually please don’t, just be comfortable and let the kids dress themselves like any other day. We can hang out at home, in your neighborhood, or anywhere else you frequent.
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I promise you your life is not boring. I will be looking for creative ways to capture the emotions, connection, and love of your family. No matter what you do.
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Nope, nope, nope. I mean if you want to straighten up a bit that’s fine but don’t make it spotless, this isn’t a photoshoot of your house for Architectural Digest. I love when your home looks lived in and cozy. The way your child’s toys take over the living room? Guess what, one day those toys won’t be there. Documenting the way you live in your house is part of the fun.
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Yes and no. You need to be somewhere special for your family. Somewhere you all enjoy being together. Somewhere comfortable where everyone will let their guard down. Can we walk to a park nearby? Or run around your backyard? Yes and yes. Have you been spending every weekend at the zoo because that’s your toddler’s favorite place and your family has a year pass? Let’s do it. I’ve followed families around to their favorite cafes, parks, and even a dance class. I’m generally up for anything.
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Of course! I limit this to about 5 mins max during our session. Trust me that’s all we’ll need! Then you can go back to your normal routine or activities.
Contact Me
Family Documentary Photography // Day in the Life Session // Parenthood Sessions // Newborn Sessions
Seattle // Redmond // Bellevue // Kirkland // Woodinville // Bothell