Frequently Asked Questions About Newborn, Maternity & Family Photography

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Planning a newborn, maternity, or family photography session comes with lots of questions, and that's completely normal. Below you'll find answers to some of the most common questions families ask before booking. If you don't see your question here, I'd love to connect and help however I can. Contact me here!

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I am based in Queen Creek and travel all over Arizona. I photograph families throughout Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Arcadia, Silverleaf, DC Ranch, North Scottsdale, Phoenix, Gilbert, Mesa, Chandler, Queen Creek, Fountain Hills, and surrounding Arizona communities. Some locations will have a travel fee if they are over 1 hour round trip of travel.

Many families reserve their sessions several months in advance, especially during fall and spring seasons. I recommend reaching out as early as possible to secure your preferred date. I usually keep a day or two open if you are reaching out last minute. Reach out to book here to see current openings.

A signed contract and retainer officially reserve your date on my calendar. Once you reach out and we select your preferred date, time, and location, I send out a proposal and retainer information to block off your date.

My turn around time is 1-2 weeks. During Fall and Spring months, I hit closer to the 2 week mark. For weddings, plan on 5-6 weeks for your full gallery and 1 week for a preview gallery.

Yes. Every session includes guidance on locations, wardrobe, and preparation so you can feel confident and relaxed throughout the process. I am happy to send inspo and outfit links! I also have a client closet exclusively available to my clients. You can view the closet here.

The good news is they don't have to, I want to capture them and their genuine personalities exactly as they are. I focus on creating a relaxed experience that allows children to play, explore, and interact naturally. Some of the best images happen when kids are simply being themselves, giggling and running!

I am a lover of sunset, but I shoot at all times of day. Depending on the vibe you are going for, we can shoot morning, afternoon, or evening. For indoor sessions, I find that morning light is usually best!

If we are unable to shoot because of rain or crazy wind, we will reschedule, no questions asked! For any other reason, I just ask for a 7 day notice if you need to cancel. No shows or last minute cancelations will unfortunately result in your deposit being forfeit because I have blocked off your date and turned away other clients.

Yes, I specialize in extended families! Having photographed hundreds of large groups over the years, I WELCOME the fun chaos of big groups. Please reach out here for a quote, include your group size so I can get you the best pricing!

Yes. Many families choose to reserve both maternity and newborn photography together. Bundled collections provide additional value while preserving the complete story from pregnancy through your baby's arrival. I offer a $50 discount when you book both at the same time. Pricing can be found here.

I recommend reaching out during your first or second trimester to ensure availability, especially during Arizona's busy fall, winter, and spring seasons. Most maternity sessions take place between 28 and 34 weeks of pregnancy. During this timeframe, your baby bump is the most perfect size!

Absolutely. Maternity and newborn  sessions are about celebrating your growing family, and I encourage partners and children to participate. Fur babies are more than welcome to join!

Yes! Pets are part of your family and are always welcome whenever possible. PLEASE bring them!!

That is completely normal. Lifestyle newborn sessions are relaxed and baby-led. We allow plenty of time for feeding, soothing, cuddling, and breaks whenever needed. I block out these sessions to last anywhere between 60-90 minutes to ensure we have plenty of time for baby to eat and be snuggled.

Please don't worry about having a perfectly clean home. I only need a few areas with good natural light, and I'll guide you every step of the way. Your family and connection are far more important than spotless countertops. I also offer my studio and a styled bedroom complimentary if that is preferred.

For desert- I love to play with the colors! Blues, creams, greens, or oranges all look amazing in the desert. Don't be afraid of color and texture when planning outfits. For greenery- jeans, tans, pinks, and dusty blues all compliment! Studio- you can really do anything. Please contact me for outfit guidance and inspo to help plan for your session.

Soft neutral tones photograph beautifully and help create timeless images. Creams, ivory, beige, sage, blush, dusty blue, and warm earth tones are always wonderful choices. I recommend comfortable fabrics and coordinated colors rather than matching outfits.

Of course! You can view my latest work on my instagram page found here.  My blog can be found here with more recent work. And my portfolio can be found here to find specifics like family, maternity, newborn, weddings, studio, etc.

Of course! You can view my latest work on my instagram page found here.  My blog can be found here with more recent work. And my portfolio can be found here to find specifics like family, maternity, newborn, weddings, studio, etc.

Of course! You can view my latest work on my instagram page found here.  My blog can be found here with more recent work. And my portfolio can be found here to find specifics like family, maternity, newborn, weddings, studio, etc.

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I help every family choose a location that fits their vision, style, and season. Whether you're drawn to desert scenery in Scottsdale, citrus groves in Queen Creek, mountain views near Mesa, or a more natural setting in Paradise Valley, I'll help guide you toward the best location for your session.