LOVE, brittney
Thanks for stopping by! I'm so excited that you are interested in choosing me to document your portrait session! After 8+ years of photographing all things from babies, to families, to high school seniors, weddings, and so much more - I've seen the importance of documenting life's moments first hand!
When we had our first son, Caden, in 2019 and now our daughter, Cora, in 2020 - I realized how fast time flies by on a whole new level! They go from a squishy little baby to a toddler running around in no time! I know the photos we have (both from our phones and professional cameras) will be priceless for years to come.
It's such an honor to be considered to capture your life in whatever stage you're in! Below you'll find all the info on the different portrait sessions I offer. Please reach out with any questions!
GET TO KNOW THE PHOTOGRAPHER
welcome
I love having the chance to get to know my clients on a personal level at each session! When you book you're session - We'll chat about all things from location, to outfit choices, to tips for having the best session possible! Scroll through to learn more!
LET's CONNECT
Once your date is reserved, we'll connect to start chatting about possible locations for your session. We generally recommend choosing one location and if it's a place you haven't been before, it might be helpful to visit during the time our session will take place. That way you have an idea of the light, crowds, closing time, etc! If you're not sure about where you would like to take your photos but you have a general idea of the look you would like, just let us know because we would be happy to recommend a few locations based on your aesthetic!
LOCATION
Newborn lifestyle sessions typically take place in your home or we have a studio option available with wood floors, a brick fireplace, and natural light*
If picking out outfits for photos takes you back to your high school days when you literally tried on everything in your closet and piled it on your bed but still felt like you had nothing to wear - you're in luck!
We put together an extensive outfit suggestion guide with tips for every member of the family. You can view the Pinterest boards below in the style section!
waRDROBE STYLING
On the day of your session, we'll connect to make sure the weather still looks like it's going to cooperate. We'll exchange numbers and finalize our meeting location.
We all know getting ready for your session can be a little bit hectic, but try to relax - we're going to have a great time!
The SEssion
All images from our sessions are typically delivered within about two weeks of the shoot date via an online gallery. This gallery will allow you to share your favorites with family, order prints and even download images to share on social media.
Your gallery will remain active online for you to download your images from for one year.
gallery DELIVERY
WHAT TO EXPECT –
-Up to a 90 minute session
-Newborn & family photos included
-Online gallery with digital images to download, share, and print
-Printer's release
$450
NEWBORN LIFESTYLE
SESSION
Includes:
-60-90 minute newborn & family session in your home or at my studio
-30 minute studio or outdoor 6 month session
-60 minute studio or Detroit Lakes 12 month & family session
-Online gallery of images to download, share, and print
-Printer's release
$1,050
first year
photo package
-Up to a 30 minute session
-Online gallery with digital images to download, share, and print
-Printer's release
$375
MATERNITY
session
SESSION investment
The best time to take maternity photos is when you still feel good! Typically, I suggest between 28 to 36 weeks.
EMAIL ME TO BOOK
EMAIL ME TO BOOK
Newborn sessions should be scheduled 5-14 days after birth. Typically, I suggest booking your session during the third-trimester and we can adjust from there.
BOOK NOW
Includes:
-30 minute maternity session located in Detroit Lakes
-60-90 minute newborn & family session in your home or at my studio
-30 minute studio or outdoor 6 month session
-60 minute studio or Detroit Lakes 12 month & family session
-Online gallery of images to download, share, and print
-Printer's release
$1,250
deluxe first year
photo package
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More info below
Ideally, your session should be booked within the first 7-14 days of birth for the best photos.
- Your home does not need to look like a model home ... it's lived in! With a newborn. Do not stress about having the perfect space. Tidy up the areas we'll be shooting in (most likely the nursery, your bedroom, and the living room).
- Open up the shades in the main living rooms in your home. We want as much natural light coming in as possible!
- 30 to 45 minutes before your session, undress your baby, loosen the diaper so it doesn't leave any diaper lines, and swaddle your baby in a warm blanket.
- A sleepy, happy baby makes for the best newborn photos. After baby is undressed and swaddled, feed them so they have a full tummy.
- Moms: feel free to do your own hair and makeup or have it done professionally! Stay natural and clean with your hair and makeup choices. A little mascara, blush, and lipgloss will go a long way in photos!
- Dads: clean, trim, and file your nails. Your hands will be in many of the photos, so it's important they look their best!
PREPARING FOR YOUR NEWBORN SESSION
get ready
FIND INSPIRATION
With the growth of online shops, shopping for your littles is more fun than ever! We recommend choosing color families (neutrals, blues, etc) over perfectly matching outfits. If you're looking for some inspiration or some of our favorite shops, check out the link to our Pinterest boards below!
For the Littles
Keep your outfits simple and comfortable! Netural colors photograph best, but if you'd like to add some color avoid neons and busy patterns. When picking outfits we recommend keeping in mind the word “complement” rather than “match.” For example, if Dad is wearing a blue and pink pastel plaid shirt, Mom may want to choose a long, soft blue dress. It can also be a great idea to choose “color-families,” such as pastels or jewel tones.
WHAT TO WEAR
what should we wear?
WARDROBE STYLING
A lifestyle newborn session focuses on capturing the real, raw, and organic moments within the first 2 weeks of bringing home your baby.
My goal as a photographer is to capture these moments in a beautiful way! During our time together, I will have you snuggle up and hold your newborn close alongside your significant other.
WHAT IS A LIFESTYLE NEWBORN SESSION?
We all know babies tend to come on their own schedule so scheduling your newborn session can be a bit tricky. If you'd like a newborn session , email me to book! I'll make sure to mark your due date on my calendar and always keep you in the back of my mind as I schedule my weeks around your due date. After you deliver, we'll get you on the calendar within 1-2 weeks.
To reserve your date, we'll need a contract as well as a deposit. And if something comes up and you need to change your date, just let us know!
HOW DOES NEWBORN SCHEDULING WORK?
Due to the nature of when babies come, I only take a limited amount of Fresh 48 sessions. If you're interested in this type of session, please email me ahead of time to check for availability.
To reserve your date, we'll need a contract as well as a deposit. And if something comes up and you need to change your date, just let us know!
HOW ARE FRESH 48 SESSIONS SCHEDULED?
Unless you've modeled professionally, you're probably going to feel awkward in front of the camera. Heck, we take photos for a living and we even feel like a deer in the headlights when we're in front of the camera.
You're going to feel awkward at first, but as the session goes on and we coach you through images, we think you'll find that being photographed can actually be fun. And don't worry about your kids. We're well versed in capturing even the busiest of little ones.
WE'RE AWKWARD AND MY KIDS DON'T SIT STILL
Within a few weeks of your session, you'll receive a link to a digital gallery that will allow you to download high resolution images.
The gallery is also set up to make ordering prints, canvases and other keepsakes as easy as turning on a Roomba to clean your floors. No worrying about tricky things like color correction, DPI and image format.
How will we receive our photos?
faq
I'm so honored that you're considering working with me to capture your family. To officially reserve your date, please use the link above under the pricing info. If you're scheduling a maternity session, you'll be able to find a date that works for you and if you're interested in a Fresh 48 or newborn session, use the link above to shoot me an email so we can talk over the details!
If at any point you have questions, please don't hesitate to reach out! brittney@brittneyandcaleb.com