Documentary Portraits That Tell Your Story, Your Way

MCKINNEY FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHER

You don’t need a picture-perfect moment to book the session. You just need your people, your right-now life, and someone behind the lens who knows how to capture it all (sans the stiff poses and forced smiles). 

And hey — you’ve got enough on your plate without stressing over what to wear or whether your toddler will melt down mid-shoot (they probably will, and that’s okay). I’ll work around the chaos, meet you in the mess, and catch the kind of moments that make you laugh *and* tear up later. 

So, leave the perfectionism, the “shoulds,” and the picture-perfect expectations at the door — and let’s make some real damn memories instead.

Colorful Documentary Portraits For Every Phase of Life

When you add me into the family for the day (groupchat invite pending), you’re also getting: 


  • A chaos coordinator in Converse — quick with a joke, quicker with the shutter, and never fazed by snack breaks, outfit swaps, or toddler tantrums.

  • A human icebreaker who can win over your sulky teen, your too-cool spouse, and even that one uncle who “hates photos.”

  • A calm-under-pressure hype women who can turn “we’re all stressed and running late” into “holy crap, we actually had fun.”

  • The unofficial CEO of “you look amazing” reminders — making sure *you* feel like a million bucks, even if you rolled up in a diaper bag tornado.

Great for a golden hour family session, updated headshots, and everything in-between! Let me tell your story with a gallery of high-res, professionally edited images that feel like you. We'll develop a moodboard together and I'll send you a location guide for DFW, plus a styling guide.

WHAT'S INCLUDED:

  • 60-Minute Session in DFW
  • 35 Included High-Res Edited Images Via Online Gallery
  • Delivery Within Three Weeks, Sneaks in 48 Hours
  • Moodboard Creation + Location Guides

INVESTMENT: $495
(Take $25 off all jan 2026 sessions thru 12/5)

CUSTOM-TO-YOU portrait PACKAGES

Portrait photography packages

Full session

This shorter option is great for people in Collin County who just need some quick photos. Great for lifestyle portraits or small families with kids. Only offered at select beautiful locations in McKinney, TX - I'll send you a location guide before you book!

WHAT'S INCLUDED:

  • 20-Minute Session At Select Locations in McKinney, TX
    (See the location list here!)
  • 8 Included High-Res Edited Images Via Online Gallery
  • Available Monday - Friday
  • Online Delivery in 3-10 days
  • Up to 5 People

INVESTMENT: $250
(Take $25 off all jan 2026 bookings thru 12/5)

Mini session

black friday sale ! ends 12/5

Christmas Mini Sessions

Christmas Minis in Plano - Nov 16
Christmas Minis in Fort Worth - Dec 6 ($25 OFF!)
Christmas Minis in McKinney - Dec 7

I totally get it. That's why I've developed a Style Guide that I give to all my clients purchasing a portrait session of any kind. I also help with location selection, where we'll find the perfect spot for your photos.

I'm not sure what to wear or where to go.

I know this is a big decision! All  photography packages are consciously priced with your overall investment in mind! I want you to get the best photos for your investment without compromising your memories. You won't get these moments back - or these kids to sit still again - and I want to make sure you walk away with photos you love. I do offer payment plans through your client portal!

i'm scared i can't afford this. do i have any options?

You might have some questions

You can find more information on this under the services description, but a typical gallery is returned within 2-4 weeks. For every session, I always return a few sneak peeks within 48 hours! Polaroid add-ons are delivered the same day.

WHEN WILL I RECEIVE MY PHOTOS?

My one hour portrait sessions start at $495, and are offered anywhere in DFW. I also offer a mini portrait session for a smaller investment, available in McKinney only.

what's the average investment for a Portrait session?

don't  worry,  we  have  the  answers!

Emily always makes my family feel so relaxed and comfortable at our sessions. She is wonderful with our toddler and has captured his life so far in her stunning images. She also captures great “outtakes” of classic parenting moments, which are hilarious to look back on. Emily is timely, communicates, is wonderful with kids and pets, flexible and produces INCREDIBLE WORK!

lauren  e.

Let's do this

You fill out the contact form for your portrait session. The more details you can provide, the better!

01

An inside look into my stress-free process

Capturing your session isn't 'just another project' for me. It's a peek into who you are. It's an intimate freezeframe of your life as it is right now. Let's do something that's fun, not just JCPenny-styled headshots. I promise to capture it in your way, in a safe space without judgement.

what's next?

You Reach Out

I’ll respond within 48 hours with more info. I'll provide a more in-depth overview of pricing and packages based on the deets from your contact form. 

02

I Hit Reply

If everything looks good and you want to move forward, I'll draft up our contract and you'll pay your deposit. Your session is then officially booked!

03

You Lock It In

We start planning. You'll receive my styling guide, location help, and a link to start drafting your optional moodboard. This is the fun part!

04

We Click (Literally)

Your next step to 'aww, I love it!' starts here.

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