Portrait Commissions

Thank you for your interest in commissioning me to take your portraits! It means a lot. Portraiture was my first love in the world of photography - I love the way it serves as an invitation to slow down, be present, and get to know people.

My portrait work places an emphasis on the value of presence. I strive to make genuine portraits through a laid-back, observational approach; I see myself as a collaborator, not a director. I approach portrait sessions without expectations, with my primary goal being to simply get to know you a little better— the portraits will unfold naturally throughout our time together. We might begin over a cup of coffee or a drink on the porch, or if I am photographing your family I would prefer to let your children lead the way entirely. If direction is invited, I may offer it subtlely, but I am more interested in who you are and what feels natural to you than I am in any poses or prompts I might come up with. I work best with people who are willing to do a trust fall and invite me into their lives to document them in this way, guided by trust and presence.

Whether you are envisioning a creative project, celebrating a family milestone, looking to get some updated portraits of yourself, or simply want to document this current season, I would love to hear more about what you have in mind. You and your friends, you and your sweetheart, you and your dog, just you. Parents and kids, just kids, grandparents. Pictures around the house, in the garden, on a walk in the neighborhood. A studio photoshoot reimagined. A day trip to the beach or the mountains, a birthday, a special occasion. A child going through a particular phase you want to document. A new house. An ordinary day. Pitch me any ideas - I am already delighted to hear about what you have in mind.

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WHERE:

At your home, your favorite park, or around your neighborhood in Nashville, Tennessee. Traveling on occasion.

WHAT’S INCLUDED:

Sessions are photographed on medium format film, 35mm film, my 1975 Polaroid, and my digital camera. Film is developed by a local lab in Nashville and then scanned & color-converted by me at home.

All sessions include the digital files of your images (delivered via online gallery), a personal print release, and the physical Polaroid images/film negatives of your pictures.

RATES:
*Local portrait session rates include a 60 mile travel radius outside of Nashville. Travel fees for Tennessee locations outside of this radius are calculated on a case-by-case basis accounting for mileage and any other necessary travel expenses.

Local portrait sessions shot on a blend of digital & film mediums are $650.

Local portrait sessions shot on majority or all-film mediums are $800.

Out-of-state portrait sessions are $1,250.

Portrait Session INFO & Rates

How to Book

Click below to fill out an inquiry form letting me know what kind of session you are interested in, as well as any info about your availability that might be helpful to set a date.

Once we confirm a date, a 25% deposit officially books your session! The remaining balance is due by the day of your session.

faqs

  • A 25% nonrefundable deposit is due to officially book your session. This deposit goes toward your total session balance, which is due by the date of your session. Payment can be made via credit/debit, Venmo, Zelle, or cash.

  • Yes! Payment plans are available and can be customized to suit what works best for you, whether you would like to pay in one lump sum or a handful of smaller installments (no interest or added fees ever btw).

  • I may offer gentle direction or guidance from time to time, but my primary goal is to photograph you as you are. If you’re looking for a photographer with a more polished, formally posed style, I am likely not the best fit for you. I am more of a quiet, observational type— my goal is to blend in to the background and let you be in the moment however you are experiencing it, and then to create art from that.

  • This is a great question! There are a lot of differences, both philosophically and technically. One of the most visible is that film color ranges and tonal depths remain unparalleled in quality, even with the modern digital technology we have today. I shoot with 35mm, 120 (aka medium format) and vintage Polaroid film. Each of these mediums has a different set of strengths and characteristics. Feel free to ask me more about this so we can have a more in-depth conversation about it!

  • Sessions typically take place in your home or at a favorite park/neighborhood spot, although I am always open to other ideas like a photo studio or museum. As far as session times go, it depends – though generally mornings and evenings around sunrise/sunset.

  • Typically about 3-4 weeks. This ensures that I can give myself the time + space I need to make my best work with diligence and care. It also factors in the time it takes to send film to the lab for development, retrieve the negatives, and then scan & convert the images. Occasionally this process takes a bit longer than usual if the mail and/or lab (and/or myself!) is backed up - and in that case, I’ll be in touch with you and do my best to give you an updated turnaround timeframe.

  • No worries, I know things happen! The sooner you let me know, the better - that way we can work on rescheduling your session for a new date. I am not able to offer refunds for no-shows & cancellations made less than 24 hours before your session.