10/06/2026
Letβs talk open and honestly about photog life and pricing. π€
βIβve had people tell me my prices are too highβand ironically, Iβve had just as many tell me Iβm underpriced for the quality and heart I put into my work.
βA lot of people think buying a session is just paying for someone to click a fancy camera. But that camera is just one piece of a massive puzzle. To deliver the magic you see in your final galleries, here is what actually goes into every single session behind the scenes:
ββ¨ Gear & Maintenance: Upgrading camera bodies, saving for dream lenses, high-speed SD cards, batteries that burn out with every click, external flashes, insurance, and routine gear upkeep.
π» Post-Production & Tech: High-capacity external hard drives to keep your memories safe, a high-processor computer capable of handling massive RAW files, monthly Creative Cloud editing software, and private online gallery hosting so you receive pristine, high-res images.
π¨ Artistry & Craft: Investing in continuous education, evolving my hand-editing skills, and purchasing specialized presets to create that exact dark, story-driven mood.
ποΈ Time & Preparation: Wardrobe and color-palette coordination, scouting the absolute best locations, conceptual planning, gas, travel, and taxes.
βI truly believe everyone deserves to have their memories captured. Thatβs why Iβve tried to offer budget-friendly options and even occasional "pay what you can" sessions in the past. But Iβve learned that when I bend over backward, it takes away from the creative, story-driven work my soul actually thrives on.
βSo moving forward, my boundaries are firmly set. My prices reflect the true cost of running a professional business, and as I continue to grow, my rates will naturally reflect that growth.
βIf my work or my pricing isnβt the right fit for you, that is completely okay! There is a photographer out there for every budget and style. But if you are here for the quality, the art, and the passionβI am so beyond grateful for you.
βIβm only ever in competition with myself, constantly striving to be better than I was yesterday. I know the right client family is here, and I canβt wait to keep creating magic with you all. β¨π€