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2020
Connecticut Portrait Photographer
The Experience
Your time is precious as a Mama, and having photos taken should never feel like just another task on your to-do list. You deserve to have beautiful memories to look back on without the stress of planning it all. That’s where I come in. With my full-service portrait experience, I’ll take care of everything so you can simply enjoy the moment with your family.
From our very first phone call, I’ll be there to guide you every step of the way. I’ll help coordinate hair and makeup, style your entire family, and even install your finished artwork in your home. You already do so much—let me handle the details so you can focus on what truly matters: making memories with the ones you love.
The Process
STEP ONE: Get in touch
Fill out the contact form and I will get back to you within 1-2 business days
with session packages information and a detailed pricing!
STEP TWO: Book your session date & Select your package
Book your session and select the package that’s right for you. We ensure that every family can find a session that meets their needs and fits their budget.
STEP THREE: Session prep and & wardrobe styling
We’ll collaborate on planning your session and wardrobe styling to ensure everything runs smoothly and that you feel pampered in front of the camera. You’ll receive plenty of tips and outfit ideas for your family, along with a prep guide on how to keep toddlers (and dads!) happy, as well as how to prepare your family to enjoy the session to the fullest!
STEP FOUR: Session
This is where the fun begins! You’ll be amazed at how natural you feel in front of the camera!
Your session will last from 20 minutes to up 2 hours, depending on the package you chose.
STEP FIVE: Gallery revile & order
I know how important it is to see your stunning portraits! You can expect to receive your gallery within one week of your session date. I will help you choose the perfect artwork that complements your home’s style, or we can create a beautiful album or handcrafted folio box filled with matted prints featuring your favorite photographs to cherish for generations.
The
Investment
A Seamless, Luxurious Portrait Experience Crafted with Care
You deserve a stress-free, seamless experience, and I’m here to make that a reality. My full-service luxury portrait experience is designed just for you, allowing you to relax and be fully present with your family. I’ll be by your side, taking care of every detail—from scheduling my incredible hair and makeup artist to curating wardrobe selections and ensuring your finished artwork is beautifully displayed in your home.
The First Year Collective
OUR MOST POPULAR COLLECTIVE FOR EXPECTING
PARENTS—CELEBRATING EVERY PRECIOUS STAGE OF YOUR BABY’S FIRST YEAR. FROM MATERNITY TO NEWBORN, SIX MONTHS, AND THEIR VERY FIRST BIRTHDAY, EACH MILESTONE IS A BEAUTIFUL CHAPTER WORTH CAPTURING AND PRESERVING FOR A LIFETIME.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
~ 3 or 4 sessions taking place during an 18 month period
~ personalized styling and using our client wardrobe at each session
~ professional hair and makeup an maternity and newborn
~design and ordering appointment
~25 complimentary birth announcements
~$100 credit towards your baby's first year album
MEMBERSHIP FEES
3 SESSIONS - $1200 ($450 SAVINGS)
4 SESSIONS - $1650 ($550 SAVINGS)
~ SESSIONS FEES DO NOT INCLUDE ANY DIGITAL
IMAGES OR PRINTS~
All artwork and/or digital images are purchased separately. Clients expect to invest $ 1400+ on custom artwork and/or digital images
Newborn Session
Photographing babies is one of the happiest times in a family’s life and I am so happy to be a part of it!
My newborn photography sessions are quiet, personal and very unique.
During my newborn photography sessions with infants,
I am very delicate, always taking my time in working with the baby.
I do suggest to my clients to schedule the photography session within the first 7-14 days after birth. This is the best time for newborn portraits because as you will see babies tend to become more and more alert and have much longer periods of awake time making it much more difficult to capture those beautiful poses.
For every of my sessions, I consult with parents how to prepare for the session such as feeding the baby before arrive to the studio, planning and coordinating outfits for family members, and discussing specific props or poses a client may want and making sure we use things that will work the best.I offer two options for newborn photography sessions
In client's home sessions, I called them lifestyle sessions!
and my home studio located in Norwalk, Connecticut.
NEWBORN SESSION IN HOME
The portraits taken in client's home are more lifestyle than posed, although I do take the time to capture some posed moments if possible. The in home sessions are done using natural light so that's why I always suggest that you have good natural light in your home. You can see the difference in cost of an in home session is more than a studio session simply because it involves more time in travel and packing of the newborn props and equipment
needed for a successful newborn photography session.
In Studio
Our Single Sessions
Start at $550
~Detailed style consultation to create your dream photoshoot
~Professional hair and makeup for one person
~Full access to our client wardrobe
~Fully guided studio photoshoot in studio or outdoor
~Signature editorial style retouching
~Private in person or zoom ordering reveal appointment
Our Clients Say...
"We are delighted with the pictures Ilona took of us and our newborn baby. We love the natural style - just what we were after! Ilona was very friendly and helpful from start to finish."
Joanna Graf,
YOUR FAMILY'S STORY STARTS MONTHS BEFORE
YOU MEET YOUR NEW BABY!
Maternity
The best time to perform a pregnancy session is between 28-34 weeks of pregnancy. The session lasts approximately 1-11/2 hours depending on the package selected. This is absolutely enough to capture the most important emotions. During our session, we always try to show future mother in a natural, but at the same time beautiful and feminine way.
However, if you have any doubts about choosing the right place for a belly session, we will be happy to suggest several options. Most often, we arrange pregnancy sessions in our studio or outdoors, but we are also very happy when can photograph you in your home.
Once we have set the date and location of the pregnancy session, it's time to arrange the people you love. It is worth considering whether you want to participate alone, with your husband or with children. We're open to all ideas and suggestions, although we believe that joint sessions with your loved ones have the greatest power.
When photographing the future mother, it is important to wear appropriate clothing, make-up. That's why we promise to make you look and feel amazing by offering our client wardrobe and offer our amazing hair and makeup artist.
In Studio
I love when minimalism and emotion meet to
create something special!
As a Fairfield County photographer, I find that minimal props, natural lightened neutral colors make the photos timeless and perfect for creating outstanding art that you can decorate your home with.
My studio sessions are created to capture the simplicity and beauty of all my clients.
From maternity to newborn, children families and beyond, the studio is relaxing sessions environment
that removes distractions and focusses on each family member.
Mini Session
Our Minis start at $250
During our time together, you are experiencing high energy and lots of fun that make you laugh with delight. My light and classy style embodies real moments that tell your family’s story.
I always look for authentic and unique moments. My mini’s photos that are beautiful, intimate, and emotional. Capturing the feeling of the family and candid moments in between.