We all grow up gaining a different perspective on ourselves, the world and everything in between. Those things you dreamed about (or maybe you didn't) -- some have come to fruition and others have not.

It's okay to feel the tension between what we expect life to look like and what it actually is. The same with your family...no family is perfect and while you may think that a family photo session needs to look and feel calm, that's rarely the case.

You would never guess what some of our sessions feel like and the images that come from them.

Around here, I capture authenticity, not perfection.



Family photos are a great opportunity to spend time together laughing, enjoying the simple pleasures of being together and spending time making memories that last.

During your session, we'll capture a mix of posed and lifestyle meaning we get that shot for grandma's photo collection. Then we get the images that will adorn your walls, your phones and last for generations that tell the story of this season of your unique life.
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As your photographer, I want to capture the smallest giggles and the tiniest embraces. You don't need every hair in it's place and certainly don't need perfectly behaved children...their personalities are what make life fun and unique! Your family is photographed just as you are! wonderful, creative and unique!

Family Photos

What's included in your session?

All sessions require a non-refundable deposit or payment in full depending on session type. Final payment due before your session.

Session Details

  • Virtual Meet & Greet (optional)
  • Your full session time
  • Professionally edited digital images
  • Styling guidance (optional)
  • Location guide
  • Private Password Protected Online Gallery
  • Access to high resolution print and web sized images (unless notified otherwise)
  • Option to purchase prints and products directly from your gallery from my professional print lab
  • Print Release (unless notified otherwise)

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Family can be included in milestone or senior sessions where we put a little extra special attention where it belongs!
Mini Sessions are offered occasionally throughout the year. Join the DHP email community to have priority information and booking opportunities.

  • Up to 1 hour Session
  • Immediate family included
  • In-home or outdoor location
  • At least 40 digital images (you can choose all color, all B&W or leave it up to me to choose a mixture of both)
  • $50 print/product credit

$695

Family Session

Inquire about a Legacy Session

Extended Family sessions start at $695.
Due to the unique nature of extended family sessions, all are custom quoted.

Please contact me to receive a custom quote and include the total number of individuals, preferred date/time/location and how many individual families (number of people) are included in your inquiry.

* All City of Chicago sessions will incur a $150 travel fee due to the travel and parking arrangements required.

All Legacy Extended Family sessions include:

  • A PRIVATE gallery of 40+ digital images
  • Whole group photos, mini sessions for individual families (leaning towards a little more posed)
  • Styling guidance to choose a single outfit that represents your family best
  • Personalized image list
  • One location in DuPage, Will, Kane or Cook County* (approx. within 20 mi from 60561)
  • Up to six immediate family members (contact me if you are blessed with 5+ children)
  • Access to print and web sized images
  • Print release and option to purchase prints and products from within your gallery
  • When available, I will bring along an assistant to help us through the list of images and check styling

Capture the connection of your family for generations to enjoy because our tomorrows are never guaranteed.

Extended Family Photo Legacy Sessions

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Family & Extended Family Photography Portfolio

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