“Stories are light. Light is precious in a world so dark. Begin at the beginning…tell a story. Make some light.” (Tale of Despereaux).

More Than Money…

Having portraits professionally taken is a big monetary investment, and we understand this! I work to honor the money you worked so hard to earn! I am so thankful you want to invest in your family and your legacy with lifetime portraits! To be able to help you pass down memories for generations to come is one of my highest honors.

Bring us all the wild and tender moments! We’ll bring our running shoes to keep up with your littles and supply you with laughter and an unforgettable day! Bring us your senior who grew up when you blinked! And we’ll supply the kleenex while we help you freeze time with your “baby” for just a little while longer!

Becoming a mother has helped me realize how important and urgent it is to help families capture these moments and memories, because let’s be honest, mom brain is a real thing, and kids don’t stay little forever. Time doesn’t stop, no matter how much we wish it could; so my heart is for helping families create images that will outlive time. At the end of the day, I only want to love on your family and provide you with beautiful images you can treasure for all of time and proudly hang on the walls of your home!

I have one photo of myself as a baby. It is a piece of my past that I will always treasure. When you receive your photos and when you walk by them in your home, I want you to feel those special moments we share together as if it was yesterday. I want you to have images you will forever treasure. And mamas, I want you to exist in photos so your babies will one day have images of you to keep close to their hearts! 

My promise to you: I got you! I will walk with you every single step of the way! Stress-free, worry-free, super fun, and unforgettable is the sort of experience I promise to give you! I work hard for my clients so that they can show up and focus on existing in the moment. With Light Held Love, each moment that becomes a portrait is carefully edited and poured over with attention and love, because that’s exactly what every one of my clients deserves! 

Initial Consultation

Let’s connect to learn develop your vision and style and learn about what your experience with our time at LIGHT HELD LOVE will be like. Initial consultation lasts about an hour. Photo collections start at $800 and go up from there. All photos purchased include the high resolution digital image.

Wardrobe Consultation

After the session fee has been paid, we connect to plan out your outfits for your photoshoot. I recommend you bring 2-3 outfit changes. I also have clothing pieces you can borrow for the shoot. I love to be involved in the war- drobe selection process to help you know what will photograph well.

Hair & Make-Up

On shoot day, a professional hair and make-up stylist travels to you. We will have your look already planned and sent the stylist so she knows exactly what you want. You will look and feel like feel like a vanity fair model. Don’t forget to plan a night out afterwards!

Photoshoot

This is the big moment you have been waiting for. Sometimes there are nerves. But trust me, I will walk you through every step of the way. From poses to facial expressions, I am going to make sure you look and feel your very best.

Viewing Appointment

No sneak previews. At Light Held Love, we hold a viewing session. This session is scheduled within 3 weeks of the photoshoot. I will show you the most beautiful captures of yourself. You buy only what you love. Feel free to invite loved ones to join the fun!

Product Delivery

Depending on the purchased products, please allow 2-3 weeks for your items to be delivered. I will come to you home to drop off your items. Delivery day sort of feels like Christmas morning!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How far in advance should I book?

I encourage interested clients to book at least 1-2 months in advance.

How do I reserve my date?

Session fee has to be paid in order for us to place your date on the calendar.

Do you shoot on weekends?

Yes. However, on Sundays we are closed.

Do you accept payment plans?

Yes. However, images and products are held until final payment is made.

Can I just purchase digitals?

Yes. But you will find our collections most desirable.

Do you shoot weddings?

Yes! We love the honor of capturing a few intimate elopement ceremonies each year.

Is there an extra charge for additional people or for pets?

We do not charge extra for men and children or furry friends. However, for women or girls wanting the professional hair and make-up experience, there are additional charges.

Do you offer mini-sessions?

Sometimes I offer special promotions. But I do not offer heavily discounted mini-sessions as they are unfair to prior and current clients who have made full investments.

Who has to be present at the photoshoot and viewing session?

For any session with children and teens, I encourage at least one parent to remain present. For the viewing session, I encourage all parties involved in the investment portion to be present.

How do I plan what to wear?

I will help you every step of the way! I can shop with you or go through your closet with you to find the perfect outfits.

How much is a session with Light Held Love?

Your session fee of $690 includes professional hair & makeup styling (based on your style), the photoshoot time, and $500 print credit. You get to wear multiple outfits for your photoshoot so that you will have photos for a variety of uses! You decide which photo collection you want to purchase when you see your fully edited photos during your photo viewing. Photo collections start at $1890 and go up from there. All photos purchased include the high resolution digital image.

Do you have a studio?

Yes! We have we a beautiful 1800 sq foot studio located in downtown Geneva. The space also doubles as an event venue. Definitely come by for a tour; we loving sharing our space and helping people hold their moments at our space!

What is your style?

I never hand over photos straight out of camera. I do coach and pose my clients or give prompts during the shoot to promote authentic interactions, emotions, and moments. The colors are vibrant; my greens never look faded; the images are grain-free. I pride myself in the fine art/painted feel to my portraits and on the finished product I deliver to clients.

What if I don’t know how to pose?

It’s not your job to know how to pose! It’s my job to coach you and help you feel comfortable and beautiful. From your hands to your body to your expression, I coach you every step of the way so you feel confident and empowered. A completed gallery contains traditional (posed) portraits and lifestyle (unposed) portraits, both of which capture you in your essence.

Am I able to see or purchase raw files? I want to edit them myself.

Believe me, the perfectionist in me understands this desire. However, part of hiring a professional is so that you don’t have the stress of doing all the work. We talk a lot about your vision to make sure I bring it to life, from posing to editing, without jeopardizing my artistic style.

What happens if it rains?

I try hard to wait until the day of, even hours before hair and makeup time to cancel a shoot. IL weather changes fast. If the forecast does remain with a 35% chance of rain, we will cancel the day-of, and we will reschedule. I do not issue refunds, so we plan for the next best date for us both.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How far in advance should I book?

I encourage interested clients to book at least 1-2 months in advance.

How do I reserve my date?

Session fee has to be paid in order for us to place your date on the calendar.

Do you shoot on weekends?

Yes. However, on Sundays we are closed.

Do you accept payment plans?

Yes. However, images and products are held until final payment is made.

Can I just purchase digitals?

Yes. But you will find our collections most desirable.

Do you shoot weddings?

Yes! We love the honor of capturing a few intimate elopement ceremonies each year.

Is there an extra charge for additional people or for pets?

We do not charge extra for men and children or furry friends. However, for women or girls wanting the professional hair and make-up experience, there are additional charges.

Do you offer mini-sessions?

Sometimes I offer special promotions. But I do not offer heavily discounted mini-sessions as they are unfair to prior and current clients who have made full investments.

Who has to be present at the photoshoot and viewing session?

For any session with children and teens, I encourage at least one parent to remain present. For the viewing session, I encourage all parties involved in the investment portion to be present.

How do I plan what to wear?

I will help you every step of the way! I can shop with you or go through your closet with you to find the perfect outfits.

How much is a session with Light Held Love?

Our collections begin at $1000. We offer a few different collection options to help all clients select the best products for them and their homes.

Do you have a studio?

Yes! We have we a beautiful 1800 sq foot studio located in downtown Geneva. The space also doubles as an event venue. Definitely come by for a tour; we loving sharing our space and helping people hold their moments at our space!

What is your style?

I never hand over photos straight out of camera. I do coach and pose my clients or give prompts during the shoot to promote authentic interactions, emotions, and moments. The colors are vibrant; my greens never look faded; the images are grain-free. I pride myself in the fine art/painted feel to my portraits and on the finished product I deliver to clients.

What if I don’t know how to pose?

It’s not your job to know how to pose! It’s my job to coach you and help you feel comfortable and beautiful. From your hands to your body to your expression, I coach you every step of the way so you feel confident and empowered. A completed gallery contains traditional (posed) portraits and lifestyle (unposed) portraits, both of which capture you in your essence.

Am I able to see or purchase raw files? I want to edit them myself.

Believe me, the perfectionist in me understands this desire. However, part of hiring a professional is so that you don’t have the stress of doing all the work. We talk a lot about your vision to make sure I bring it to life, from posing to editing, without jeopardizing my artistic style.

What happens if it rains?

I try hard to wait until the day of, even hours before hair and makeup time to cancel a shoot. IL weather changes fast. If the forecast does remain with a 35% chance of rain, we will cancel the day-of, and we will reschedule. I do not issue refunds, so we plan for the next best date for us both.

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