Branding & BusinessesAt Darling & Dear, our family and milestone sessions are designed around you — your people, your story, your season of life.
Whether you're booking a full portrait session or a mini, every detail is thoughtfully curated to feel personal, intentional, and entirely your own. From the location and the light to the little moments in between, we show up ready to capture the real, beautiful, and fleeting parts of your family's story. You'll walk away with a gallery of images that don't just look like you — they feel like you.
What To Expect
Let's ConnectEvery session starts with a conversation. Reach out through the contact form and tell us a little about yourself, your family, or what you're celebrating. We'll get back to you to chat through the details, answer any questions, and send you a link to available dates that works for you. Your paid session fee will secure your spot.
Plan the DetailsBefore your session, we'll work together to nail down location, timing, and any personal touches that make your session feel like you. Not sure what to wear or where to shoot? We've got you. Expect style guidance and location suggestions to make sure everything feels cohesive and intentional going in.
Receive your galleryWithin a couple weeks of your session, you'll receive a beautifully edited online gallery delivered straight to your inbox. From there, you can download your images, order prints, and share with the people you love.
Investment
Signature Portraits
$375
1 hour session
Customized location of choice
Online gallery of edited images (40+)
20 downloads, with option to purchase more in gallery
Limited Edition (minis)
coming soon$75+
10-15 minute blocks on designated date and location picked by us
Online gallery of edited images (20+)
5 image downloads, with option to purchase more in gallery
FAQs
Got questions? We’re here to help you know everything you can before you book your session. If you have any other questions, just send us a message and we’ll answer as soon as possible.
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Booking is simple—once your inquiry is submitted, you’ll receive access to available dates along with your contract to secure your session. You can pay for the session date right in the site and that will secure your booking!
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You’ll receive everything you need to feel prepared, including wardrobe guidance and session details. From there, we’ll guide you through the entire process so you can arrive feeling confident and at ease.
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Wardrobe plays a big role in the overall feel of your images. After booking, you’ll receive guidance to help you choose pieces that photograph beautifully and feel cohesive without being overly styled. We also love to be part of those conversations, so send over what you’re thinking and we can help guide you!
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Always. You won’t be left wondering what to do—we’ll guide you through natural movement and subtle direction so your images feel both polished and genuine.
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Your final gallery will be delivered within two weeks. Our signature portrait sessions come with 20 digital downloads and usually have 30-40 images in the gallery. You’ll be able to purchase more digitals, prints, and albums, plus special collections right from your gallery!
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We approach every session with intention, creating space for you to feel comfortable, seen, and fully yourself. Rather than relying on a one-size-fits-all approach, each session is thoughtfully guided to reflect your family’s dynamic—resulting in imagery that feels genuine, refined, and uniquely yours.