I get it. . . You want to save money. We're always looking for ways to keep our hard earned cash in the bank account. There's just some things you don't want to cut corners on, though! Photography and heirloom products are one of those things. Sure, it's easy to post on Facebook that you're looking for a photographer to take pictures of your family. You'll get 20 people offering their services within 10 minutes. I don't offer that, though. I like to be selective with who I take on. Are we a good fit for each other? Am I able to offer you what you're looking for? Is my style, YOUR style? These are just some of the reasons professional photographers are different! Here are 5 reasons why hiring a professional is the most important part of your photographic experience! 

I get to know you

Getting the 'perfect portrait' doesn't happen naturally. It happens when I can really get into the bones of your family dynamic and getting to know you. I ask what matters most to you and why this is important to you. I don't just take your money and put you on the calendar! It goes deeper than that to really find that sweet spot and to really capture what's most important to you. I can pose you all day long but it won't matter if I'm not capturing the love and personality that is in your family or fur baby. 

I help you plan

Getting to know you is one thing. . . but to help you plan? We're in constant contact to make sure we find the perfect location; whether it on location or the studio. We discuss clothing, posing ideas, coordination, and so much more! We talk about what the final result of every step of this experience will be. I don't want you blindsided by any of this process! 

You get quality over quantity 

Having a million pictures for a USB in a drawer is not what I'm helping you with. That's not what's in my heart or my focus. I believe in art and capturing that art for your family. If you're looking for a flash drive, I understand but do not think we're a right match for you. While I do believe in sharing and gift the shareable file of every portrait product purchased, I also believe that quality of a beautiful wall portrait is so much more important.

I have an education in this - I know what looks great and what doesn't

What I do didn't come over night! I learned, practiced, failed, and got back up again to have the skill and desire that I have. It isn't something I was just able to learn from a quick google search or watching a YouTube video. I love what I do and have immense pride in what I produce. The artwork cannot be done by just any photographer or artist.

Heirloom Quality 

The products I have are meant to survive the test of time. They aren't flimsy or grainy. They're remastered for whatever product you choose and they're immaculately produced to be beautiful for your home. Whereas Walmart or other fast photo labs cannot be blown up correctly or they may not last very well for the every day life . . . my products are. It can be easily seen the difference in real time.