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Service and artistry are at the heart of my approach as a photographer. I am a firm believer in the beauty and sanctity of marriage and family. Your love is precious and worthy of artistic documentation. Within your gallery are joyful memories to look back on over and over again, reminding you of the vows you made, the love you felt, and how much your love has grown over the years. My mission is to capture your unique connection with respect, curating your gallery so that it authentically tells your story.
emotive storytelling
My approach
THE time capsule
EXPLORE THE offerings
for family & maternity sessions
starting at $500
- 30-90 Minute Session
- Up to 2 Locations & Outfit Changes
- Private & Shareable Online Gallery
- 4 Week Gallery Delivery
- Film & Polaroid Add Ons Available
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I would love to offer you a custom proposal, uniquely designed to serve you.
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Process
I'll show up excited and ready to shoot your session - without missing a beat. After our session, you'll receive your full session within 4 weeks.
04. today's the day!
Yay! We'll finalize your deposit and sign the dotted lines to secure your booking. I am always available to help you plan locations, styling, and activities leading up to your session.
03. Lock it in
A free consultation for you to get a feel for what it'll be like working together. We'll chat about your dreams and visions, and how we can make it all work.
02. Let’s meet (optional)
Send me an inquiry! I can’t wait to hear from you. You can expect to hear from me within 24 hours.
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faq
When will we see our photos?
Is travel included?
How many images will we receive?
How do I book my session?
All that’s needed is a signed contract and paid retainer for the package that is best for you, and your date will be reserved on my calendar!
When will we see our photos?
Is travel included?
How many images will we receive?
How do I book my session?
At a minimum, you will receive 75 photos per hour of coverage, but I promise to send you every good photo. Galleries could be anywhere from 75-200 depending on the number of locations, outfit changes, and activities involved.
When will we see our photos?
Is travel included?
How many images will we receive?
How do I book my sesion?
If your session is within 2 hours from Virginia Beach, travel is included! If your session is further away, minimal travel fees will be applied.
When will we see our photos?
Is travel included?
How many images will we receive?
How do I book my wedding date?
You will receive your full gallery within 4 weeks of your session date, delivered through an online gallery where you can download low or high resolution images.
The Marions
Elyse doesn't take pictures. We could do that without her help. Elyse takes a photo and makes it artful - taking into account the personal preferences, enjoyments, and dynamic of the life of a person or family. This is what she's captured for us in our recent session with her - not just what we look like, but who we are, what we love. We can't do that ourselves, and what we have now is personalized artwork for our family to remember for years to come. We love the product!
"Elyse doesn't take pictures... she makes it artful."