The Family Portrait Experience
I create FUN, VIBRANT, & JOYFUL photo and video stories for busy families who desire visual imagery that is awesome, effortless, and WALL-WORTHY.
The Gift of Freezing Time
So you love the kind of art I create and are beyond excited to freeze time in photos & video for your own legacy!
I get it. Since I became a mom in 2011, I have been on a mission to record our legacy because these moments are truly fleeting. In 2019, I was so grateful that I had ALREADY been recording our story when my husband was diagnosed with cancer – you can read more about that here. Looking back on those images and films carried us through some dark days reminding us to keep a heart of gratitude and hope for the future.
Now, let my camera be the paintbrush for your family as well which creates long-lasting masterpieces of art that capture the moments that truly matter to your
Ready to record your family legacy?
It is a Love Letter, from you to them
The Family Portrait Experience says…
Studio
Sessions
The studio offers a classic & distraction-free environment that makes your family the focal point of the artwork.
Props available:
WHITE backdrop
BLACK backdrop
GREY backdrop
Bed with white linens
In-Home
Sessions
In-home sessions create a lifestyle documentary approach to your images that gives them a raw authenticity by using the surroundings as your backdrop.
What’s in my bag:
Clear white curtains for light diffusion
Flash and Modifier to provide more light, if needed
Multiple lenses for different focal lengths
What to expect
The Experience
Long before we meet up for our session, I’m interested in learning more about your family so we’ll know if I am truly the best person for you and the one to capture your love letter.
Let’s get down to business
Here is how we plan your session…
STEP ONE
Let’s Chat
If you’ve taken a look around and love my work then let’s work together! Just fill out the contact form to get all the information about my collection options and see recent full galleries of my work.
Still not sure? During a non-salesy, pre-booking chat, we’ll get to the heart of what your driving force for a family session is, such as artwork for your home or an album for your coffee table.
STEP TWO
Session Preparation
Once you are booked you’ll receive a Getting to Know You questionnaire so I can learn more about you and your family. This will help us plan the perfect session and get all the photos you’ve dreamed of!
You’ll also receive access to my exclusive Client Dashboard with guides for preparing for your unique session. These include tips on what to wear, how to prep your family, and suggestions on places to shop!
STEP THREE
Day of Your Session
At this moment, it is all about love, laughter, hugs, kisses, play, and fun. This is your time to just cut loose, follow my prompts and have fun together without any distractions. (I will capture images and short video clips, if you chose that option, for your family keepsake film.)
STEP FOUR
Delivery time!
About 2-3 weeks after your session you’ll receive your online slideshow where you can see all your photos from the comfort of your home and then pick your collection.
Once you’ve chosen your collection you’ll have access to the gallery to download your favorite digital files, a link to your family film for downloading, and the online store to spend your gift credit on gorgeous artwork. You can also share the gallery with friends and family!
STEP FIVE
Artwork
You are not the only one who’s going to love reliving these memories. My kids beg to watch old films and love going through their albums. It is an opportunity to connect, share stories, and pass down the family legacy. I know they feel more secure, more confident, more connected to us as parents, and more at home in our house because we’ve taken the time to display what we love most – our family.
But you know what?
I’ve been in your shoes.. and there is a better way!
This is not your average photography session. There’s no awkward posing at the camera, you can wear your pj’s, your husband won’t complain and pancakes are always welcome OR dress up in your Sunday best – your choice!
It’s for families that crave authenticity in their memories. Mama’s who desire to document their real lives. For mamas who don’t want photos filling space on her phone, but covering the walls where her family was built.
And not just capture them in photos, but capture the sounds & motions of everything she doesn’t even know she’ll miss. The giggles, the dancing, and the way they fit so perfectly in your arms.
Because your most beautiful days are happening right now. In the place, you call home.
What I love about Holly Marie’s photography is her gift for capturing emotion and expression. Her photos tell a story and express personality. I always find myself looking at her photos over and over, and each time is a new experience!
Dennie Larsen
Happy Notes
Investment
Photos & Film Pricing
$800
*starting package
AVERAGE CLIENT INVESTMENT IS $800-1400 ON ARTWORK & DIGITAL FILEs.
Photos & FILM session, here’s what you need to know:
In order to create a more personalized experience for my clients, I only accept two (2) photo & film bookings per month. Contact me today to get all the pricing info before you book! (Looking for mini-sessions or school portraits?)
Non-refundable Deposit to reserve your session
$200
Please note – the non-refundable deposit does not include digital files or printed materials. Digital files and printed materials from our time together can be accessed through the collections. All collections are designed so that you will receive digital files and a print credit to my online store. You’ll be able to select your favorite collection once you have viewed all of your images and film!
$650
$200 Deposit
60 Minute Session
Studio or On-Location
Pre-Session Consultation Call
20 Digital Files
Online Gallery & Store
$50 Print Credit
$850
$200 Deposit
90 Minute Session
Studio or On-Location
Pre-Session Consultation Call
30 Digital Files
Online Gallery & Store
$200 Print Credit
$1250
$200 Deposit
90 Minute Session
Two (2) Locations Max.
3-5 Outfit Changes
Pre-Session Consultation Call
60+ Digital Files
Online Gallery & Store
$400 Print Credit
+ One (1) Video Keepsake Film
Want a school portrait mini-session?
Seasonal Mini-Sessions are only available to our Insiders Club.
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