Experience
How many sessions have you photographed?
Far too many to count over the past 15+ years.
How many sessions do you take on each year?
I typically take on around 10 sessions per year. This allows me to give each family the time, attention, and creative energy they deserve, while also maintaining a healthy balance between work and home life.
How would you describe your style?
My approach is quiet and unobtrusive, allowing moments to unfold naturally without interruption. I gently guide when needed, but always prioritize comfort so you can simply relax and be yourselves.
In editing, I aim to keep images true to life—enhancing them with subtle warmth, contrast, and a touch of texture.
Booking
How much is due upfront?
The full session fee is due at the time of booking to reserve your date.
Do you charge travel fees?
Sessions within 50 miles of Hanover, Pennsylvania are included.
Locations beyond that are subject to a $2.00 per mile round-trip travel fee. Sessions requiring more than 2 hours of travel may also require lodging accommodations. Extended travel (3+ hours) will be quoted based on location and logistics.
Day of the Session
What do you bring with you?
I travel simply—typically two cameras and a small selection of lenses. Occasionally I’ll bring flash if needed, but I primarily work with natural light.
What if the weather is bad?
For in-home sessions, we’ll continue as planned.
For outdoor sessions, I typically prefer to reschedule—even light rain can impact the overall feel. We’ll connect about 4 hours before your session to decide whether to proceed, adjust location, or reschedule.
In most cases, weather-related reschedules are moved to the following Wednesday or the next available date.
Post-Processing
Do you edit each photo yourself?
Yes, all editing is done personally by me.
Do you offer retouching?
I do not offer extensive retouching, as I believe in preserving the authenticity of your images. That said, I’m always happy to remove temporary blemishes (like a breakout or scratch).
What’s the difference between editing and retouching?
Editing includes overall adjustments like color, exposure, contrast, and light refinement.
Retouching involves more detailed alterations, such as removing objects or significantly changing the image.
What can I do with my images?
Your images are yours to enjoy. You’re welcome to print and share them as you’d like.
The only restriction is that they may not be altered, edited, or sold.