messy, fun, peaceful, perfect little moments
Come as you are! We'll capture some magic.
Sessions with me are full of connection and embracing the loved ones you brought with you.
A gallery from me is full of imagery you will love but never knew you needed.
The details. The close ups. The natural feeling portraits. The in between moments you have never seen of your family in photos before.
FAMILY
"We met the day of the shoot but I felt like I had known Maria for years - she was so kind and a pro at making us feel comfortable in front of the camera. She was so patient with our large group."
Details
FAMILY
$625
Includes Parents + Kids in the household, pets welcome. Immediate family only, ages three months and up. Takes place outdoors or in the comfort of your home. We spend around a half hour up to an hour together. All inclusive - within five weeks, thoughtfully finished photographs are presented inside a gallery with a minimum of twenty five or more unique digital images, including download & print permission. Includes up to six immediate household family members.
EXTENDED FAMILY
$675 - 1000
Extended family session in NWI or Chicago South Suburbs taking place outdoors or inside your home. Over the course of about 1 to 2 hours, we document many groupings, portraits, and your family being together. All inclusive - in about five weeks, thoughtfully finished photographs are placed inside a gallery with a minimum of around fifty or more digital images, including your download & print permission. Price determined by number of people and families.
COUPLES
$550
For two people, we spend about an hour together in Northern Indiana or Chicago South Suburbs. The location is very open ended and could take place outdoors or in your home. All inclusive - in about five weeks, a minimum of about twenty five or more thoughtfully finished unique photographs are placed inside a gallery with your download & print permission.
Additional Details
LOCATIONS / TRAVEL : Includes a 15-mile radius from zip code 46319 as a NWI photographer & South Suburbs photographer. Travel fee may apply for areas beyond. Simply reach out to check, please. Servicing Chicagoland, Schererville, Munster, Dyer, St John, Crown Point, Hobart, Cedar Lake, Chesterton, Valparaiso, Palos Park, Mokena, and beyond. Travel fee for Chicago. View the map.
PRODUCTS : Full resolution, finished, digital photographs are included for download. Additionally, high quality prints and wall canvas are available to purchase in your gallery. A quality photo book is available here.
FAMILY EVENTS : Yes, reach out for events such as quinceañera photography, baptism, reunion, birthday, and family celebrations.
"Maria did a beautiful job capturing our family. The session felt very comfortable and natural, and the pictures are perfect. We enjoyed working with her so much."
FAQS
WHAT'S THE PROCESS LIKE?
HOW DO YOU TAKE PAYMENT?
I collect initial down payments for booking through my secure online system and accept all major credit cards. The balance is then due on the session day.
WHAT IF I NEED TO CANCEL?
Life happens! If something comes up and you need to reschedule, just let me know as soon as possible. While the partial payment retainer is non-refundable, it'll happily roll over to your new session date - so you won't lose a thing!
WHAT IF THE WEATHER IS BAD?
While I can't control the weather (wishing I could!), we can always reschedule if it's pouring rain or there's extreme cold. On the other hand, cloudy skies, gentle breezes, and mild temperatures are all good to go at my discrection.
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