Holiday Story in Motion | film + photo sessions

Happy holidays, everyone! If you live in Northern Virginia or Washington DC and are looking for details on my new limited edition Holiday Story in Motion film and photo sessions, you’re in the right place! I’m sharing everything you need to know below, but don’t hesitate to reach out if you have questions! These sessions are priced at an unprecedented rate for my family films, in very limited quantity, and they are first-come, first-served. Click at the bottom to inquire and book! Or, put this on your own Christmas wishlist and send the link to your partner or the grandparents!

What: My goal is to capture a slice of your life at the holidays or New Year so you will always remember that fun and special time as a family. I will spend one hour with you and yours, observing natural connections, humor, love, and any traditions or holiday activities you enjoy. There is no limit to the number of subjects at your session, so you are welcome to include extended family members or friends. Dress up, dress casual, or even wear pajamas! I will draw out your hopes and vision through a questionnaire and chat before our session so you don’t have to figure it all out on your own. I have been working with families for over 9 years, and I pride myself on high quality art and a stress-free client experience!

Some ideas to inspire you:

  • baking cookies

  • advent traditions

  • decorating your tree and home

  • a special announcement (pregnancy, move, adoption, marriage)

  • 2018 family recap with kid interviews

  • crafts

  • making tamales

  • lighting the menorah

  • gingerbread house

  • Kwanzaa celebration

  • holiday party with friends

  • a sentimental farewell to your home if you are planning an upcoming move

  • good ol’ family quality time: reading books, snuggles, tickles, playing games,

Where: Your home or other location in the Northern Virginia/Maryland/DC area that is meaningful to you (travel fee may apply for some locations)

When: Sessions will take place between December 1st-30th, with the exception of Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

EXPRESS TURNAROUND: Within 1-2 weeks of your session, you will receive your one minute HD highlights video (as an online link and a download) and a collection of 5+ high resolution digital images, suitable for printing, sharing, making holiday cards, and gifting. Skip the greeting cards this year and save time + trees…share the video as a virtual holiday or new year card that friends and family will adore—so simple, easy, and eco-friendly!

Price:

  • film: $1200+tax

  • photo-only sessions also available: $900+tax and include 30+ images and a photo slideshow with optional customized greeting for use as a card.

Enjoy the little things, for one day you may look back and realize they were the big things.
— Robert Brault

Life in Motion: September

For my September 'Life in Motion' video blog circle post, I'm sharing a personal film that I created. As summer officially came to a close last Thursday, I am so happy that I took some time for video clips during our family's summer camping adventure and was able to put them together this month to create a keepsake for my family.

Thanks for stopping by! After watching, please hop over to Melissa's blog and follow the circle to check out lots of great films and fusion videos by fellow filmmakers!

And if you are interested in booking your own family film to preserve sweet and simple moments in your daily life, please reach out to me and let's make it happen!

Life in Motion: August

Being a birth photographer is so much more than showing up to whip out my camera and photograph a baby being born. It is an intense and rich experience; one that imprints on me every time I share that sacred space with a laboring mother and her eager-to-support partner, and each time I witness a baby opening its eyes for the very first time.

For my first 'Life in Motion' video blog circle post, I'm sharing a fusion video that I created this month. It is a chronicle of a birth journey that spanned into three days and is a testament to the power and strength of a birthing mother and the dedication of her support team.

Thanks for stopping by! After watching, please hop over to Elizabeth's blog and follow the circle to check out lots of great films and fusion videos!