These moments deserved to be captured forever
You are creating your legacy right now, in the moments you live every day
I aim to give you a family and newborn portrait experience that is carefully curated with you in mind by taking care of every last detail from wardrobe and styling to installing your completed artwork, allowing you to truly be present and focus on what matters most.
From our first conversation about your newborn and family photos to the moment your artwork is hung on your wall, I’m here every step of the way to make the entire process easy and enjoyable.
I assist with outfit styling, photo selection, printing, and more. I’ll even install the photos on the wall for you. At the end of your experience, you’ll be left with an heirloom quality tangible legacy of printed artwork and albums that instantly reminds you of their tiny fingers and toes or how perfectly they fit into your arms during this season of life.
AND EVERY DETAIL IN BETWEEN
From initial photoshoot planning to printed artwork
most popular
First Year Collective
Session fee starts at $800
The first year of your baby’s life holds so many memories and milestones. But it can happen in the blink of an eye. One minute they are a tiny newborn and you're learning to navigate motherhood while juggling everything else, and before you know it they are taking their first steps and getting into everything. Let’s document all of those little changes so you don’t miss a thing. This option includes maternity, newborn, 6 months, and first birthday so every milestone in between is captured.
experience includes
- 3 or 4 Signature Sessions taking place during a 15-month period
- Use of wardrobe and styling
- 1 Complimentary Professional hair and makeup for mom.
- The editing and enhancing of images
- In-studio design & ordering appointment to choose final artwork after each session
- 50 complimentary birth announcements.
- Credit toward your baby's first-year album at EACH session
signature session
Session fee $300
Family portraits don’t just capture a single moment of time. They hold the memories of an entire season of life. Looking back on photos reminds you of more than just the day you took pictures. You think back to what your children were like at that age and are reminded of funny moments or sweet memories that happened during that time of life. The Signature Sessions are designed to capture this season of life with your family.
experience includes
- consultation to plan session
- use of wardrobe, styling for family
- professional hair and makeup
- full session in studio or on location
- editing and enhancing of images (45-55)
- In-studio design and ordering appointment to choose final artwork
Simplicity session
Session fee $200
They change so much in the first year and you want to document all those big milestones and little details. The Simplicity Sessions are designed to catch those unique stages. These sessions are 20 minutes long and offered only in the studio during weekday mornings.
experience includes
- use of studio wardrobe, selected day of
- editing and enhancing of images (15-20 images presented)
- in studio design and ordering appointment to choose final artwork
I’ll help you share your family photos with loved ones. You can gift a grandparent album or I’ll handle your birth announcements so they are ready to send and share your new baby with others.
Gifts and Announcements
albums
There is nothing better than being able to physically hold those memories in your hand. Imagine snuggling up on the couch with your family as you turn the pages of your photo album, and feeling like you are reading the story of your life in this season. These heirloom quality albums are a great way to preserve those memories and create a tangible legacy to pass on for years to come.
Some photos are special enough to stand alone. Those photos are best suited for a statement piece or a large specialty framed print. We will make sure these photos get the attention they deserve with a statement on your wall.
statement pieces
I believe that framed photos on the wall really make a home, and tell the story of your family. When we fill our walls with the memories of these special moments, we are always surrounded by that joy and emotion. Choosing what photos to hang on your wall can feel intimidating, but I’ll help you decide which ones will look best in your home. I’ll also design your gallery wall so that it can grow with your family over time.
gallery walls
Digital images can also be purchased upon request.
I love working with you to help you choose, print, and display your newborn and family photographs in the best way possible. I offer the following printed products to display your photos.
Your memories shouldn’t live in a file on your computer.
initial CONSULTATION
OUR PROCESS
HOW IT WORKS
After I receive your inquiry, we schedule a time to chat over the phone so we can make sure it’s a good fit and feel more comfortable with each other. I love to hear your vision, goals, and dreams for your session.
01
booking
Once you sign your contract and submit your session fee, you are officially on my calendar.
02
Styling & Wardrobe Appointment
I take care of every detail so you can focus on being Mom. We will meet to decide on wardrobe for you and your family, and solidify all session details. You’ll also be able to choose from a collection of 35+ dresses so you can avoid hours shopping for yourself.
03
your SESSION
We meet at my studio in Malvern, PA or location for your session! I capture all the details of you and your family and make it as stress-free as possible.
04
ORDERING APPOINTMENT & IMAGE REVEAL
The highlight of the experience! We will view your final images together and create your custom artwork. When your order is ready, it will be delivered, and wall galleries are installed by Valerie herself!
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ALBUMS we deliver annually
THE NUMBER OF
25
GROOMS THAT CRied. HARD.
THE NUMBER OF
24
MILES WE DROVE LAST YEAR
THE NUMBER OF
15k
COUNTRIES we've traveled to
THE NUMBER OF
9
OUR COUPLES WHO DO FIRST LOOKS
THE NUMBER OF
95%
WEDDINGS WE SHOOT PER YEAR
THE NUMBER OF
25
AT A GLANCE
by the numbers
Justine and mike
"Valerie was a joy to work with!"
"I was amazed at the talent and patience she exhibited our session. I will treasure these photos forever!"
From baby bumps and tiny hands to toddler giggles and busy feet, the time we have with them is fleeting, making it even more important to document the story of these moments so that one day they will come alive again.
Let me Tell Your family's Story.
