Richmond Family Photographer
Serving Richmond and Charlottesville
Serving Richmond and Charlottesville
Your family can change so much in just one year. Think back to this time last year - how have things changed? Maybe your children have grown a few inches, have toothless smiles, or maybe they're just starting to play with a new sibling. Now think, 20 years from now, how do you plan to look back at this time?
There are so many sweet memories that can be captured in family photos to freeze time on the days when your children were little. As a Richmond family photographer, my goal is to help you do just that.
As a Richmond family photographer and mom, I know how busy life can be, which is why I've designed my family sessions to take care of all the details - from start to finish. With these sessions, you'll receive support throughout the entire process. We'll work together to plan your family's outfits and choose the perfect location, whether that's an outdoor location in the Richmond, Virginia area or in your home.
You don't have to pick out poses in advance of your session - I'll take care of guiding you with natural poses and prompts using games to make the session fun for your littles. And you don't have to worry about adding the task of printing photos to your to-do list - I'll take care of that, too.
By the end of our time together, you'll have beautiful family portraits printed and ready to decorate your home, or preserved in photo albums on your coffee table for you to view whenever you want to relive these moments. They say the days are long but the years are short. I'm here to help you hold on to these moments just a little bit longer.
Richmond Family Photography Portfolio
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I can’t recommend Katie enough! The photos turned out absolutely stunning. She has such a great eye for detail and captured everything perfectly. What really stood out, though, was how fun and easy she made the whole photo shoot. She made me feel totally comfortable and kept the energy light and relaxed the entire time. You can tell she loves what she does, and it really shows in both the experience and the final product. If you’re thinking about booking a shoot, do it! You won’t be disappointed.
- J.S.
The Richmond Family Photography Experience
Helping busy families capture and preserve their most special memories - from start to finish.
Richmond Family Photography
During your Richmond family photography session, you'll get timeless and true-to-life family photos that pull you back to this sweet season of anticipation again and again. You'll get to relive all those memories of your family and the quiet, meaningful moments that make this season so special.
We'll get updated photos of your whole family - those classic smiling portraits and photos of your family just enjoying being with each other and having fun. We'll get photos of your children on their own, photos of you and your children, and your partner and children, so you have those memories frozen in time as your littles grow. We'll also get photos of you and your partner, soaking up this time together and stepping back to see the life you get to experience every day.
I have a growing collection of beautifully flowy and comfy client closet dresses, so you don't have to worry about getting a special dress for your session, unless you really want to. I'll give guidance on how to style your family for your session, so that your images are refined and highlight the connection between your family in this season.
Then after your Richmond family photography session, you'll get to choose from a variety of a la carte heirloom artwork options, like a family photo album and custom framed prints, so you can relive these special moments years from now.
What you can expect from your Richmond Maternity Photography session
Planning Your Session
From the very beginning, we'll work together to create a session that encompasses your vision - from choosing the perfect location to styling outfits for the whole family. You'll receive a comprehensive session guide and support in choosing a location and coordinating outfits. My goal as a maternity photographer in Richmond, VA is to help simplify the preparation that goes into your maternity photos, so that you can relax and get the most out of your experience.
Capturing Your Favorite Moments
We'll meet at the location of your choice for an indoor or outdoor maternity photography in Richmond, VA session, whether that's a local garden, a park, your home, or another favorite location. I'll gently guide you through natural poses to create images that are organic and true to your family. The only things you need to do are love on your family and have fun, and I'll take care of the rest.
Preserving Your Memories
Once your photos are ready, you'll get to choose how you want to turn your digital photographs into tangible memories. You'll have the option to choose from a variety of artwork options, whether that's fine art prints to DIY your own framed photos, a linen-wrapped heirloom photo album, a glass or linen-wrapped box of your printed photographs, or custom-framed museum-quality prints. There are plenty of beautiful options to choose from for your maternity photography in Richmond, VA session photos, so you can hold on to those sweet, fleeting memories just a little bit longer.
Richmond Family Photography Investment
Portrait Sessions
Portrait Session Experience | Starting at $475
This experience includes:
- One portrait session on your reserved session date and time
- Your choice of location
- Styling guidance with access to a growing client closet of dresses
- Memories documented using digital and film photography
- 40 images delivered through an online digital photograph gallery
Following your Richmond family photography, you'll have the option to choose from a variety of a la carte artwork options, including heirloom-quality photo albums and fine art prints, so that you can preserve your memories in the way you envision for today, tomorrow, and the years to come.
Membership Sessions
Memberships bundle in two or four full-length sessions for families interested in having more than one session within an 18-month period. If you're already planning to have two sessions in a year, such as maternity and newborn, the membership is the best fit.
Bump to Baby Membership Experience | Starting at $850
Perfect for expecting moms wanting a maternity and newborn session.
This experience includes:
- Two portrait sessions on your reserved session dates and times
- Your choice of location for each session
- Styling guidance with access to a growing client closet of dresses for each session
- Memories documented using digital and film photography for each session
- 40 images delivered through an online digital photograph gallery after each session
- A $100 photo album print credit
Baby's First Year Membership Experience | Starting at $1550
Perfect for expecting moms wanting a maternity, newborn, 6-month, and one-year birthday session.
This experience includes:
- Four portrait sessions on your reserved session dates and times
- Your choice of location for each session
- Styling guidance with access to a growing client closet of dresses for each session
- Memories documented using digital and film photography for each session
- 40 images delivered through an online digital photograph gallery after each session
- A $100 photo album print credit
Following each membership session, you'll have the option to choose from a variety of a la carte artwork options, including heirloom-quality baby photo albums and fine art prints. Some families also choose to create a photo album at the end of their membership experience to showcase images from each session.
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Richmond Family Photography
Frequently Asked Questions
1. When should I reach out to schedule for my photo session?
I take on a limited number of portrait sessions each month so that I can invest more time into my clients. For a greater choice in availability, I recommend reaching out 1-2 months in advance. Fall can be a busier season, so I recommend reaching out even earlier for a session during that time of year.
2. What time of day do you schedule richmond family photos?
Richmond family photography sessions are scheduled around the time of day when we'll have the best light. For outdoor locations, this tends to be right after sunrise or 1-2 hours before sunset to get that golden hour glow.
3. Will you help us choose a location for our photos?
Yes! I have a few favorite locations in the Richmond, VA area that offer a beautiful backdrop for family photos. We can choose from those spots or others depending on the vision you have for your photos.
4. What happens if it rains on the day of our photo session?
I want you to have beautiful photos and feel your best during your session. If it rains, we can reschedule our session for another upcoming date.
5. Will you do a Richmond family photography session in our home?
Yes! In-home Richmond family photography sessions are so sweet since that's where most of your memories are made together. All we need is a space with a window that brings in plenty of natural light, and if it's by a white or light grey wall, that can help reflect clean light. During these sessions, it can also be fun to include some of your favorite family activities, like baking, making crafts, playing a game, or something else you enjoy as a family!
6. Can we include our dog in our family photos?
Of course! Dogs are definitely family. :) We would just need to make sure the session location is dog-friendly. It can also be helpful to bring along a friend or family member who won't be in the photos for times when your dog needs a break from the session.
7. Will you help us with planning outfits for our photos?
Absolutely! I'll provide a style guide to walk you through coordinating your outfits, and I can also provide personalized guidance over email or video call. Coordinating outfits is an important piece to creating timeless portraits that highlight your family's connection with each other, and I love to help families with this.
8. Is film included in family sessions?
Most often, yes! Film photography adds a soft, nostalgic feel to photos, which is beautiful for the slow moments in family sessions. With using film, we just need plenty of natural light, whether that's from a large window in your home or from the sun outdoors. As a hybrid digital and film photographer, I also edit my digital photos to emulate film. This combination works great in settings where there isn't enough light, or when we need the speed of a faster camera to keep up with young children. In some cases, film may not be the best medium, and I'll only use digital photography.
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Katie Stansfield Photography offers maternity photography in Richmond, VA and Charlottesville, VA. Katie is a maternity, newborn, and family photographer serving the following areas: Richmond, VA; Chesterfield County, including Bon Air, Midlothian, and Moseley; Hanover County, including Ashland, Mechanicsville, and Montpelier; Henrico County, including Glen Allen, Tuckahoe, and Short Pump; and more.
Katie Stansfield Photography offers maternity photography in Richmond, VA and Charlottesville, VA. Katie is a maternity, newborn, and family photographer serving the following areas: Richmond, VA; Chesterfield County, including Bon Air, Midlothian, and Moseley; Hanover County, including Ashland, Mechanicsville, and Montpelier; Henrico County, including Glen Allen, Tuckahoe, and Short Pump; and more.
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