— The Experience —

Feelings create
the best images.

Some open a floodgate of memories. Like a gut punch in the best kind of way. Those are the ones we reach for on our bedside tables. Photos that let us see ourselves clearer than ever. Photos where love radiates from every corner.
You deserve those beautiful photographs. Those are the photographs I want to give you.
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"
I love love love our photos. Thank you Sally, from the bottom of my heart. I will treasure these moments you captured for us.
— Jenn
— Investment —

Clients typically spend $6,000

Packages starting at $2,000
A full experience — from the first call to the framed wall art that lives in your home for generations.
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— Each session includes —
A consultation call
Prep & styling guidance
On-location session
Up to 6 family members
Up to 40 hand-edited images
Purchasing & design session
— All I ask —

Embrace this moment
& the ones you love.

In return, I'll finesse the little details, so everything falls into place during your session in a way that looks incredible, but feels natural. We'll pick the perfect spot. I'll help you plan your outfit. And I'll guide your family through poses with confidence. We'll spend our time enjoying nature and the city, delighting in the present.
When we part ways it'll feel like wrapping up a long coffee date with an old friend.
— Gallery 01 · Children — In Betweens —

Capturing the years
that slip past.

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Between the newborn shoots and the senior portraits, there's a whole decade of becoming.
The lost teeth, the favorite stuffed animal, the way they still reach for your hand in a parking lot — barely.
Let me show you the way the world sees them, before they outgrow this version of themselves.
Explore Children
A young girl among wildflowers
Explore Children
— Gallery 02 · Newborn & Maternity —

Honoring the journey
into motherhood.

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This is the beginning of a lifelong journey. And the beginning matters.
The moment you knew. The first time you felt your baby kick. The moments of overwhelming anticipation. And how you're already learning from your baby, even though they haven't made their debut in the world yet.
One day, you'll look back on this time of your life with tenderness and admiration — you'll want to remember the strength it took and the pride you felt.
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Maternity portrait at sunset
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— Gallery 03 · Family —

Celebrating the love
you've grown.

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We're all busy, but you won't want to miss this…
Warm chubby fingers tightly gripped around yours. Uncontrollable belly laughs. Them dashing from one side of the lawn to the other. Moments of quiet serenity and taking in just how much they've grown.
Cherish the everyday wonders before they slip by. From newborn to high school senior and everything in between.
Explore Family
A young boy at golden hour
Explore Family
Don't worry, I'll take it from here.
No need to stress over outfits, where you're headed, or how you're possibly going to get the children to sit still for one cohesive shot — consider the details taken care of. We both know kids, and life, are part chaos and part sweetness. We will accommodate big feelings as they come and focus on the sweet, tender moments. I'll capture the grins you exchange through a mixture of guided candids and grandma-approved poses. There's nothing like the bond you share with your children, and I can't wait for you to see from the outside just how beautiful of a mother you are.
Leave the work to me.
— Gallery 04 · Personal —

Let me show you the way
the world sees you.

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For the women who give endlessly. This one is for you.
A quiet hour where you are the subject. Where your hands, your posture, the way the light catches your jawline — all of it gets to be the point. Strength. Poise. Grace. The woman behind the everyday.
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A young woman on horseback at golden hour
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— Process —

How we'll celebrate the now.

01
CHAT

A consultation call.

You want to add this season of life to your memory book. And I want to learn about the love in your life that led you here. We will begin planning a session as unique as you are during our consultation call. We'll discuss your vision, how the art we create will be incorporated in your home, a location that makes sense for you, and to pick a date.
02
MEET

Your session, made easy.

This is a want-to-do, not a have-to-do day — I'll take care of everything. Beforehand I will guide you on outfits and exactly how to prepare. Then during your session, I will help you settle into natural poses and ground you in the experience. With me you're going to feel comfortable and gorgeous during your session.
03
ENJOY

The reveal.

Time to pick out the images that make your heart sing. We'll meet, map a gallery wall, decide which photos should be included in your memory book, displayed as art, and pick the perfect photo for your holiday card. Within weeks, your photos will be at your doorstep — ready for you to enjoy for a lifetime.
04
REPEAT

A new season.

Children grow, families expand, and we are gifted with new seasons of life. You can sense another chapter of life worth chronicling.
I'm here, just call.
Let's get started
"
The pictures you took turned out so wonderful!!! I was tearing up during the slide show…
— Kim
— Heirloom Products —

Real moments, curated art.

Instead of leaving you to your own devices with a thousand files to choose from, tasked with where to find reliable printing, and trying to decide how you'll display your photos, I'll take that off your plate. From file to printed photo to framed on the wall.
That way you can spend time actually enjoying your photographs.

Wall Art

Museum-quality framed prints, finished to live above your mantle for generations.

Albums

Hand-bound albums and folio boxes that turn a session into something your grandchildren will find.

Holiday Cards

The one card on the fridge that everyone keeps. Designed, printed, and mailed on your behalf.
Which would you prefer — your grandchildren to find a USB in your attic, or a beautifully curated album?
— Frequently Asked —

Questions, answered.

If you don't see your question here, that's the best reason to get in touch. Every situation is unique because people are unique.

The sooner the better — Black Swan Photography only takes limited sessions each month. I recommend booking 2–3 months in advance of your desired session date. For maternity photos, I recommend planning your session for the 7th or 8th month of your pregnancy.

Up to 6 family members are welcome to join your session. For additional members please discuss with Black Swan Photography.

Not at this time, but I do provide a personalized styling service. We can discuss color palettes, clothing styles, coordinating amongst family members, and dressing for the environment for your session. You can use this as inspiration for your own shopping adventure or I can provide direct links to purchase clothing. I'm as involved as you would like me to be in planning your session wardrobe.

Black Swan Photography is lucky enough to be located in the beautiful Northern area of Old Town Alexandria. Since I do not have a permanent studio space, I will travel almost anywhere for a session. Sessions within a 25 mile radius of Old Town are included in the session fee, and locations outside that radius require an additional fee.

Black Swan Photography loves animals! Whether your pet is invited to the session will be discussed on a case-by-case basis as not all locations are conducive for a stress-free and safe environment for your furry friend and you. I will require an assistant to participate in your session to stay with your pup while you smile for the camera.

Only select packages include digitals. Access to a la carte high-resolution images with the rights to print and share online can be purchased in sets of 1, 5, 10 or 20 digital images upon purchase of a qualifying package.

Black Swan Photography has curated collections with varying combinations of prints and products. Purchase of a qualifying package allows access to the a la carte product catalog which will provide you the widest range of options for display of your art collections and albums alike.

You're beautiful just as you are, so I don't Photoshop beyond fine-art retouching unless you ask! As standard practice, I will only remove pesky temporary things like blemishes or a small scrape on the kiddo.

— Begin —

Let's see how we click.

Every situation is unique because people are unique — let's chat and set up a session that is right for you.
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— The Letter —

A few words, once a season.

Booking openings, seasonal notes, and an occasional behind-the-scenes story. No more than four times a year.
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