the first year collective
our most exclusive experience
No matter how much time you spend soaking them in, it never quite feels like enough. Your baby changes almost daily- the tiny details, the soft rolls, the first smiles, the way they fit perfectly in your arms.
The First Year Collective was created for mothers who want to remember it all, thoughtfully preserving each chapter from maternity through your baby’s first birthday.
Our most sought-out offering at Valerie Maria Photography, the First Year Collective is perfect for families each year who want their baby’s story preserved with intention from the very beginning. From your growing bump to the first birthday, we thoughtfully document the milestones and fleeting details of this extraordinary year, creating a beautifully cohesive collection of portraits and heirloom artwork that tells your baby’s story for generations.
join the first year collective
maternity. newborn. 6 months. first birthday
the first year,
beautifully curated
what's included:
first year collective experience
- 3 or 4 Signature Sessions taking place during an 15 month period
- Access to our client wardrobe
- Complimentary Hair & Makeup for your newborn session
- The editing and enhancing of your images
- In-studio design & ordering appointment to choose your final artwork
- 25 complimentary birth announcements
- Credit toward your baby's first-year album at EACH session
- Early access to Events
Session Fees begins at $800.
Clients typically additionally invest
$1200-$2500+ on custom artwork and digital images
Only 20 collective members are available annually.
most popular
First Year Collective
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
kaela
I wish I could sum up how special it is to work with someone like Valerie! I found her via Instagram during one of my restless pregnant nights and instantly fell in love with her style. When I saw her first year experience package, I knew I had to do it. From our first email exchanges to now spending hours in her studio she may have seen me cry more than my own mother in the last year! Everything from helping coordinate outfits (she has an entire dress rack of the most beautiful dresses) to the talented Voula who can be available for makeup and hair, I have never been more in love with family and baby photos than these. And the most amazing part is that she actually will come to your home and hang up the pictures. (My husband might appreciate that part the most!!) My kiddos always have a smile on their faces when Valerie is behind the camera and I know it’s not just because of the cute giraffe she has propped on it. If you’re looking for a warm, welcoming and truly dedicated photographer for your baby and family pictures, Val’s your gal. I simply cannot stop recommending her!!
