Lots of changes happening here at Simply b Photos. My family is transferring with the Coast Guard to Clearwater, Florida in June of 2012! I’m so sad to be leaving all the wonderful families I’ve met and photographed in Kodiak, Alaska, but excited for a new adventure for our family!

I will begin accepting family, child and newborn sessions in Florida beginning in July 2012. Please email me at amy@simplybphotos.com if you are interested in setting up a session.

About a family session:

My goal is to capture the connection of family. When a moment transcends a simple photograph and becomes a treasured memory, then I have accomplished what I set out to do.

I want to spend our time together capturing moments that reflect the essence of your family and record the connection that you have with each other. If your family is anything like mine, you love them like crazy even though they may drive you crazy and are certainly not perfect. Those imperfections are what make you unique. The details are what set you apart and define who you are. That is what I am looking for during your family session. The pieces that make you who you are.

Your family has a story to tell and I want the chance to tell that story for you.

At this time I no longer offer studio sessions and family sessions will be set outdoors. I have loved working in my studio and cherish the images I have taken of so many families and children as well as my own children there. It’s a controlled environment that allows me to set parameters and expect consistent results. But as I recently searched through thousands of images of my own family, I realized that my most beloved photographs were not taken in the studio. They were set in real life.

Real life can be messy and it certainly isn’t easy. It’s inconsistent. Lighting shifts, weather is unpredictable, locations change with the seasons, and wide-open spaces encourage children to do anything but sit still and look at the camera. But that is when the magic happens. That magic is what I want to continue creating for you.

The Details

The family session fee is $150.  *Session fee is waived for the first 10 families in Florida that book a session!*

CD with 25-30 edited images is $400.  Images are full resolution and ready to print. A print release is included with your CD.  Having the digital files also allows you to print them where you would like, when you like. I will also include a file of web ready images that are perfect for email, blogging and sharing on Facebook.

Why a CD with digital images?

Often when you are presented with having to purchase prints, you have to choose between the “best” picture and those that make you smile and sigh.  I want you to have not only the picture perfect images, but also the fun, quirky moments that are unique to your family. Having all 25-30 images of your family rather than choosing 3 or 4 allows you to keep all the memories forever.

NEW! Video Add-On –  $400

You have the option of having your family session captured with video as well as still images. Video will capture the silly smiles, teasing tickles, and bouts of laughter. It captures the twirls, the running, jumping and skipping. It completes the story of your family.

There is something about video, still images, and music that when brought together evoke emotion and record memories unlike anything else I’ve seen. This unique approach to capturing moments for your family will be treasured for a lifetime.

If adding video interests you, please contact me for more details.

About a newborn session:

There is nothing more beloved, adored, or cherished than a newborn baby. For me, one of my most vivid memories with each of my children is bringing them home for the first time. Those first days together as we ignored the world and bonded together are treasured times.

Rather than have you bring your baby to a studio, I will come to you for those precious first pictures. Why? Because I want to capture more than your typical newborn portraits.  In your home you are comfortable and at ease with your baby and I am able to photograph the connection you have in a more complete way.  If you have a nursery, I can document all the details that you have so lovingly prepared for your new arrival. As well, the images of your family together with your new little one in your own home will be cherished for always.

As part of the newborn session, we will also take video!  Video captures the wiggles and yawns and kisses and cries. The video will be combined with still images and music to create a masterpiece to share with friends and family. The best part will be sharing the movie with your child as they grow!

The Details

The newborn session fee is $150.

CD with 25-30 edited images PLUS a DVD of your family’s movie is $400.  (Additional DVDs can be made upon request for an additional $10 each to send to family (grandparents!) and friends.) Images are full resolution and ready to print. A print release is included with your CD.  Having the digital files also allows you to print them where you would like, when you like. I will also include a file of web ready images that are perfect for email, blogging and sharing on Facebook.

Why a CD with digital images?

Often when you are presented with having to purchase prints, you have to choose between the “best” picture and those that make you smile and sigh.  I want you to have all 25-30 images of your newborn session!

Contact me if you would like to discuss a newborn session. It is important to note that newborn sessions are done with natural light and will need to take place during the day.