A family photo session is like anything else in life; you never know exactly what's going to happen. So often, the surprise moments make for treasured, favorite images.
location
Bay Area, Calif
THE PROCESS
Easy as 1, 2, 3
STEP ONE
Your family's story matters to me. Our phone consultation gets us connected. I'll answer all of your questions and go over the details. Once you're ready to move forward, a non-refundable session fee of $400 and some paperwork secures your session. Please note: Session fee does not include digital images, films, or prints and is additional to the collection of images you choose. There is no charge for our phone consultation.
Session Fee $400
STEP TWO
In addition to the session fee, this is purchased after viewing your custom slideshow with all your images, fully hand-edited by me. From there, you can decide which Collection suits you best and choose your favorite images, as well as products that can be used with the complimentary print credit. I have sourced my products with an emphasis on craftsmanship and sustainability, so you can trust you're getting only the best heirloom-quality products.
Collections start at $850
Classic
Premium
Standard
• Pre-session communication + preparation
• Session prep guide
• 60-90 minute coverage
of immediate family at 1 location
• My creative + professional editing service
• Choice of 30 high-res digital image
with print release
• $250 gift card in the gallery store
• Pre-session communication + preparation
• Session prep guide
• 60-90 minute coverage
of immediate family at 1 location
• My creative + professional editing service
• Complete collection of 60+ high-res digital images with print release
• $500 gift card in the gallery store
• Pre-session communication + preparation
• Session prep guide
• 60-90 minute coverage
of immediate family at 1 location
• My creative + professional editing service
• Choice of 15 high-res digital images
with print release
• $85 gift card in the gallery store
$1200
$1550
$850
subject to CA sales tax
Payment plans available upon request.
Travel fees apply to locations outside SF and 20 miles from Alameda.
STEP THREE
After we've worked together, you will have the opportunity to join the Yearbook Club, a VIP membership that allows you savings in both Photo and Film/Video packages. You also get first dibs on my preferred dates, easy automatic monthly payments, Petite Sessions, and even headshots. Membership is currently closed for 2023, but returning families can be added on the waitlist for next enrollment in 2024.
Join the Club
THE PROCESS
Easy as 1, 2, 3
STEP ONE
Your family's story matters to me. Our phone consultation gets us connected. I'll answer all of your questions and go over the details. Once you're ready to move forward, a non-refundable session fee of $400 and some paperwork secures your session. Please note: Session fee does not include digital images, films, or prints and is additional to the collection of images you choose. There is no charge for our phone consultation.
Let's Chat
STEP TWO
While preparations help me make sure we're on the same page, the time spent in your session is relaxed. No posing, no props, no scripts. Be yourselves, in your element, and let me take care of the rest. As we're hanging out together, I'll be doing what I do best. No stress, just photos that feel exactly like you.
Session Day
STEP THREE
I'll share with you a slideshow of your images from our session, so you can choose your favorites and order high-res files with print releases, as well as printed products. Order options include the three collections above. You can decide which one suits you best once you've looked through your slideshow.
The Big Reveal
Classic
Premium
Standard
• Pre-session communication + preparation
• Session prep guide
• 60-90 minute coverage
of immediate family at 1 location
• My creative + professional editing service
• Choice of 15 high-res digital images
with print release
• $85 gift card in the gallery store
• Pre-session communication + preparation
• Session prep guide
• 60-90 minute coverage
of immediate family at 1 location
• My creative + professional editing service
• Complete collection of 60+ high-res digital images with print release
• $500 gift card in the gallery store
• Pre-session communication + preparation
• Session prep guide
• 60-90 minute coverage
of immediate family at 1 location
• My creative + professional editing service
• Choice of 30 high-res digital image
with print release
• $250 gift card in the gallery store
$1550 + session fee
$1200 + session fee
$850 + session fee
Payment plans available upon request.
Travel fees apply to locations outside
SF and 20 miles from Alameda.
Got Questions? No Sweat!
Here are a few to get us started.
Jennifer
Being comfortable with and liking your photographer are crucial to capturing and memorializing the moments you don't want to risk forgetting. When you ask someone to spend time with your family so she can see—and document—the intimate details of how you look at your partner, the genuine personality behind your shy kid's eyes, your best tricks to calm down a crying baby, she can't do that if you aren't comfortable with her. Carmen is first a sweet human being and only a very close second phenomenal artist, and that combination is what makes her
a wonderful photographer.
Naomi
If you're looking for a family photographer who genuinely wants to get to know your family and capture the best you, Carmen is the one. She has been our family photographer since our 10 year old daughter was born. My children open up to her in a way that is soulful and genuine, and she has an amazing ability to capture their best selves. Carmen also has an ability to show meaning to the quiet moments that are just dazzling. She also did a Day in the Life video for us which I must have watched 1,000 times. It's truly mesmerizing, and so nice to go back and watch a year later. Hands down one of the best things we ever did for our family and every bit worth the investment. I cannot recommend Carmen more.
Premium
Classic
Standard
•Pre-session consult + questionnaire
•Session prep guide
•60-90 minute coverage
of immediate family
•Complete collection (60+) of high-res digital images with print release
• $500 gift card in the gallery store
$1050
•Pre-session consult + questionnaire
• Session Prep guide
•60-90 minute coverage
of immediate family
•Choice of 30 high-res digital images
with print release
• $250 gift card in the gallery store
$800
•Pre-session consult + questionnaire
•Session prep guide
•60-90 minute coverage
of immediate family
•Choice of 15 high-res digital images
with print release
•$85 gift card in the gallery store
$570
Step 04
Step 03
Step 02
Step 01
You select a
print + digital
collection
I photograph
your magic.
You pay a $250
session fee & sign contract.
We chat to see if we're a good fit.
Premium
Classic
Standard
•Pre-session consult + questionnaire
•Session prep guide
•60-90 minute coverage
of immediate family
•Complete collection (60+) of high-res digital images with print release
• $500 gift card in the gallery store
$1050
•Pre-session consult + questionnaire
• Session Prep guide
•60-90 minute coverage
of immediate family
•Choice of 30 high-res digital images
with print release
• $250 gift card in the gallery store
$800
•Pre-session consult + questionnaire
•Session prep guide
•60-90 minute coverage
of immediate family
•Choice of 15 high-res digital images
with print release
•$85 gift card in the gallery store
$570