My goal is to create a relaxing atmosphere, giving your family the space to connect authentically in front of my camera. By assisting in every stage of the planning and photography process, I lift all the pressure from your shoulders. I’ll find a way to make your vision a reality. I’ll prompt you through poses. I’ll even engage your babies in the experience. You just relax and enjoy. From the moment you book until you the moment you receive your gallery and beyond, I’ll be a helpful collaborator assisting you to create the photos of your dreams without all the stress.

TO BE TREASURED FOREVER

RADIANT, HEARTFELT PORTRAIT SESSIONS

With megan you'll experience

TO BE TREASURED FOREVER

Radiant, heartfelt portrait sessions

My goal is to create a relaxing atmosphere, giving your family the space to connect authentically in front of my camera. By assisting in every stage of the planning and photography process, I lift all the pressure from your shoulders. I’ll find a way to make your vision a reality. I’ll prompt you through poses. I’ll even engage your babies in the experience. You just relax and enjoy.

SAVOR THE ADVENTURE

as you create art for your home.

Three months or more before your desired session date, send me an inquiry, and I’ll be in touch within three days to share more information.

STEP ONE

Say "Hello"

If you decide this experience would be perfect for your family, you can officially book your session by paying for the base collection and signing the session agreement.

STEP two

Book Your Session

Let’s dive into your vision for your session as we cover locations, inspiration, and more in a client questionnaire.

STEP three

Craft Your Session

With a location and inspiration in mind, I’ll create a custom mood board for your session.

STEP four

Define the Mood

Yep! I’ll help you choose outfits for your session. Let out that anxious breath you didn’t realize you were holding!

STEP five

Prep Your Wardrobe

A couple of days before your session, I’ll check-in one final time to confirm details and offer final pre-session tips. 

STEP six

Final Check-In 

Your session is here! Now, relax and enjoy while we make some art!

STEP seven

Have Fun!

The day after your session, I ship the film to my trusty lab to process. 

STEP eight

Off to the Lab

About a month after your session, you’ll receive a breathtaking gallery full of photos to treasure.

STEP nine

Special Delivery

Whether you choose to stick with the base collection or add on more prints, I’ll help you turn your favorite images into art for your home.

STEP ten

Create Your Heirlooms

Once you receive your full gallery, you’ll be able to explore a range of physical prints and heirlooms to display and share your images effortlessly. 

Client favorite add-ons: 
  • 5x7 matted fine art museum-quality prints
  • 10x10 fine art velvet or linen album 
  • And more!

Starting at $1495

The investment

  • Up to an hour and a half of photography
  • Full-service session planning
  • Wardrobe selection assistance
  • Location scouting assistance
  • Endless patience, encouragement, and fun!

Every session includes: 

serving san jose, california + Surrounding area

frequently asked questions

your questions, answered

Yep, film film! Actual old-school, physical film you’ll see me load and unload from my camera throughout our session! This decision enhances the timeless, soft, brilliant qualities you love while creating a more intentional, thoughtful session experience. 

Wait, so you use film? Like, film film?

Thanks to my amazing partner in art, my Oregon film lab, we are able to develop and scan each image, converting them to digital files without losing any of the film appeal! Then, I edit them just as I would any other digital image! While this extra step adds a little extra time (about 2-3 additional weeks), I know you’ll adore the results. 

But if you photograph film, how do we receive a digital gallery?

Because I focus on connection and interaction, my session style doesn’t translate well into a mini session. So, unfortunately, I don’t offer them. But never fear! As a former middle school teacher and current mom of three, I have endless strategies to engage your little ones in the process! I can’t wait to show you my unique approach to family photography!

DO YOU OFFER MINI SESSIONS? My kids have a hard time sitting still.

Absolutely! Believe it or not, most people feel exactly like you do! But by providing gentle direction, I create a space for you to connect with your family organically while looking like a million bucks! I deliver images filled with flattering angles AND genuine smiles, because I believe you deserve both.

Tbh, we are kind of awkward in front of a camera. can you help?

Wonderful! I recommend booking your session three months or more in advance, as my limited calendar space tends to fill quickly. I look forward to escorting you through this journey!

This sounds amazing! How far in advance should we book?

- jess, mother

"Megan's vibe allows for families to feel at ease, mamas to feel beautiful, and to actually capture the souls of the humans in the photos."

- KYLA AND ZACH, FAMILY

"The photos are relaxed, organic, and romantic — and lovingly tell a story about our family in the most beautiful way.

- KYLA AND ZACH, FAMILY

"Megan will forever be our family photographer! You get a sense of who we genuinely are and how we were feeling."

Together, we will find the perfect time, location, and styling for your session, creating art that will blend beautifully with your home and lifestyle. Begin the experience with a “hello!” I’ll be in touch to continue the conversation!

Let's create your dream session.

Ready to begin?