What are Signature Candids?
Capture real moments—just as you are, in motion, in laughter, and in everyday life. These sessions aren’t stiff portraits with forced smiles—they’re relaxed, storytelling sessions that highlight life as it really happens. Whether you’re baking cookies, walking your dog, crafting, or snuggling on the couch, Signature Candids are about showing up and letting the magic unfold.
How Signature Candids Work
📋 We'll Plan It Together: After booking, you’ll get a short questionnaire to share who you are, what you want photographed, and the vibe you’re going for. From there, I’ll guide you on:
- What to do during the session
- Where to shoot
- The best times for light, comfort, and mood
Relaxed & Natural: I give gentle direction if you want it, but mostly I follow your lead—catching movement, connection, and quiet moments.
Pick Your Perfect Spot: At home, on a trail, by the lake, or downtown—your session can happen wherever feels like you. Not sure? I’ve got a list of local favorites.
Ready to Book? Check out the packages below!
Who Signature Candids Are For
Signature Candids are for people who value emotion over perfection and story over styling. Perfect for:
- Families wanting more than just posed holiday photos
- Couples seeking cozy, laid-back images that reflect their real relationship
- Small business owners or makers who want behind-the-scenes photos that feel personal
- Individuals celebrating a season of life or a new space
- Or… just because
What Every Session Includes
- A personalized pre-session guide with tips and info
- A private online gallery with hand-edited images
- A mix of storytelling-style and loosely guided photos
- Print and web resolution downloads
- Optional print products through your personal gallery
- Delivery timeline: sneak peek in 2–3 days, full gallery in 10–14 days
The Heart Behind It
These sessions were born from a simple belief: your life as it is is worth documenting. You don’t need to wait for a milestone to celebrate what’s real right now. My job is to make you feel comfortable and seen, and give you photos that capture how it felt—not just how it looked.
Check out the available packages below!
Available Sessions
Session Package | The Essentials (30 min) | The Signature (60 min) | The Premium (2 hrs) |
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Solo (1 person) | $200 | $350 | $700 |
Small Group (2–4 people) | $225 | $375 | $725 |
Group (5+ people) | $275 | $425 | $775 |
Solo Sessions
These sessions are for:
- Graduates celebrating the end of a chapter
- Updating your dating profile or social media photos
- Professionals needing a professional headshot or LinkedIn profile photo
- Anyone who wants to celebrate themselves, a season of life, or a personal milestone
- Individuals documenting travel, hobbies, or special personal moments
Session Packages & Pricing:
The Essentials $200
- 30 minute session
- 10 hand-edited images
- 1 location of your choice
- Perfect for Graduates, dating profile updates, LinkedIn or professional headshots
The Signature $350
- 60 minute session
- 20 hand-edited images
- 1–2 locations of your choice (e.g., home + nearby park, or 2 spots in town)
- More variety in poses, settings, and storytelling moments
- Ideal for Extended “just because” sessions, seasonal personal portraits, documenting a personal hobby or interest, milestone events like birthdays or personal achievements
The Premium $700
- 2 hour session
- 40 hand-edited images
- 2–3 locations for diverse backgrounds and experiences
- Extra time for outfit changes, props, or small styled setups
- Great for seasonal portraits (fall/winter/spring), lifestyle storytelling (day-in-the-life style), special events like moving into a new home, personal adventures
Featured Premium Addition
Add Some Content ($25)
A few short, natural video clips alongside your photos—perfect for Reels, keepsakes, or just capturing moving moments from your day.
Includes 3 clips, with extras available for $20/set. Great for graduates, professionals updating their LinkedIn, or anyone celebrating a personal milestone.
Small Group Sessions (2-4 People)
These sessions are for:
- Couples celebrating milestones, anniversaries, or just enjoying time together
- Friends wanting fun, candid memories
- Siblings capturing connection and personality
- Parent + child moments beyond the standard posed photos
- Anyone who wants intimate, storytelling-focused portraits
Session Length & Pricing:
The Essentials $225
- 30 minute session
- 10 hand-edited images
- 1 location of your choice
- Perfect for a couple taking photos at a favorite park, a trio of friends celebrating a birthday with a short outing, parent + child capturing everyday moments in your backyard or home
The Signature $375
- 60 minute session
- 20 hand-edited images
- 1–2 locations (e.g., home + park or downtown spots)
- More variety in poses, interactions, and candid storytelling moments
- Great for a family of 4 taking seasonal photos at a local trail or park, 3 best friends exploring a downtown area for fun, candid shots, a couple with a toddler walking the dog and playing at the park
The Premium $725
- 2 hour session
- 40 hand-edited images
- 2–3 locations for diverse backgrounds and experiences
- Extra time for outfit changes, props, or small styled setups
- Ideal for a small family seasonal session at the park, then grabbing ice cream downtown, a friends beach day and picnic, a couple or small group doing an activity-focused session (like a cozy at-home coffee setup)
Featured Premium Addition
Make It Extra ($100+)
Add a styled scene—blankets, props, seasonal touches, or small setups that feel effortless but special.
Perfect for small families, friends, or couples doing mini-adventures or activity-based sessions. Custom props may add to the cost.
Group Sessions (5+ People)
These sessions are for:
- Families capturing everyday life or milestone moments
- Friend groups celebrating reunions or special events
- Extended relatives wanting multi-generational photos
- Small teams or clubs documenting fun, candid memories
- Anyone who wants a relaxed, storytelling-focused group experience
Session Length & Pricing:
The Essentials $275
- 30 minute session
- 10 hand-edited images
- 1 location of your choice
- Ideal for extended families taking a short outdoor portrait at a park, small teams or clubs wanting a casual group shot, friends gathering for a quick reunion photo in a favorite local spot
The Signature $425
- 60 minute session
- 20 hand-edited images
- 1–2 locations (e.g., home + nearby park, or 2 spots in town)
- More variety in poses, settings, and storytelling moments
- Ideal for families of 5+ capturing playful moments at home and at a nearby park, friend groups doing an evening outing together, small work teams documenting a casual team-building day or celebration
The Premium $775
- 2 hour session
- 40 hand-edited images
- 2–3 locations for diverse backgrounds and experiences
- Extra time for outfit changes, props, or small styled setups
- Great for multi-generational family sessions with individual sub-groups and full-group photos, friends exploring a local town or park for a mini-adventure session, team or club outings with planned activities, props, or casual themed setups
Featured Premium Addition
Add a Custom Album ($100 deposit)
Capture your extended family, friends, or team gathering in a beautiful printed album.
Perfect for reunions, milestone events, or multi-family sessions. Final pricing depends on session length, number of people, size of album, and page count.
Premium Additions:
Want to make your session even more personal? These extras can add something special:
📸 Add a Touch of Nostalgia – $75+
Add a roll of black and white 35mm film for that dreamy, timeless touch. Perfect for a handful of extra-emotional frames that feel like memories. Extra rolls available for an additional charge.
📖 Add a Custom Album – $100 deposit
Let me design a beautifully printed album you can hold, flip through, and treasure forever. Final pricing depends on session length, number of people, size of album, and page count.
🎥 Add Some Content – $25
Want a few moving moments from your session? I’ll capture short, natural video clips (under a minute each) alongside your photos—perfect for Reels, keepsakes, or just a little extra magic. Includes 3 clips, with extras available for $20/set.
🪄 Make It Extra – $100+
Add a styled scene to your session—cozy, camera-ready, and tailored to your vibe. Think blankets, vintage props, seasonal touches, or simple setups that look effortless but feel special. Custom props may add to the cost.
Additional Necessary Add-Ons
🌲 Additional Location(s) – $50–$75 each
Want to shoot in two spots? Add a second location nearby for more variety. Price depends on travel distance and accessibility.
🛻 Travel Beyond 100 Miles – Starting at $25 per 25 miles
I’m based in Southern Vermont and happy to travel for your session! For sessions more than 100 miles round-trip, a travel fee applies based on distance.