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You don’t just want photos. You want to feel something when you look at them.
That’s where I come in.
I capture families as they truly are — connected, playful, and full of love. Instead of stiff poses, I focus on real moments: laughter, quiet hugs, and natural interactions. I gently guide when needed, but I mostly let families be themselves, using natural light and relaxed movement to create timeless images that preserve how this season of life really feels.
Because your family isn’t generic, and your photos shouldn’t be either.
And this is far too important to leave up to chance.
You don’t need modeling experience. You don’t need to know what to do with your hands. You don’t need to be “photogenic.”
You just need to show up as you are.
My families often tell me they have a blast when they’re being photographed — and that’s exactly the point. When you feel safe, seen, and relaxed, your photos become effortlessly beautiful and unmistakably you.
Because your experience matters just as much as your images.
Your family session is joyful, natural, and full of real family moments — frozen in time.
I capture families the way they truly are — connected, playful, imperfect, and full of love. My approach to family photography isn’t about stiff poses or forced smiles; it’s about creating space for genuine moments to unfold. I guide when needed, but I mostly observe — watching for the quiet hand squeezes, the bursts of laughter, the way a child reaches for a parent without thinking.
Before every session, I focus on getting to know each family so I can reflect their real dynamic. Some families are energetic and silly, others are calm and tender. I shape each session around their rhythm, not a formula. I use natural light whenever possible because it feels honest and timeless, and I choose locations that let families move, explore, and interact naturally.
During sessions, I encourage connection over perfection. I might ask you to walk together, tell a joke, hug tight, or whisper something funny. Those little prompts spark authentic reactions — and those reactions are where the magic lives.
YOU’RE in the RIGHT PLACE
IF You'RE LOOKING FOR:
Real connection — genuine laughter, affection, and personality instead of stiff poses.
Every session is tailored to your family’s unique dynamic, energy, and story.
Relaxed and fun, so your family feels comfortable being themselves.
Preserving this season of life with timeless images you’ll treasure for years.
— You’re in the right place.
I see a lot of family photos —
Julia Susanne is in a class all their own
Awesome experience with Julia shooting our family photos. She’s really good at setting the frame and getting all the kids to simultaneously naturally smile
— Michael
I capture your family as a timeless story — preserving every genuine glance, joyful tear, and fleeting moment so you can relive how it felt for the rest of your life.
COLLECTION HIGHLIGHTS
Genuine Connections
Permits & Logistics
Timeless Moments
Image Curation
Happy Chaos
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Connection: We Become Friends First
I’m not just showing up as your photographer — I’m showing up as someone who knows your story, your vibe, and what makes your family yours. The more comfortable you feel with me, the more natural your photos will be (and yes, we’ll probably laugh a lot).
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Create: Capture the Magic
On your family session day, I’ll gently guide you when you need it and disappear into the background when you don’t. I’m always watching for the real moments — the natural interactions, the genuine emotions, and authentic family dynamics — all the good stuff you never want to forget.
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Preserve: Deliver the Feels
After your day, I carefully edit your gallery so it looks just like it felt: joyful, emotional, beautiful, and timeless. The goal? Photos that make you say “that’s so us” every time you see them.
One-hour session
1 hour of family photography.
Starting at $500
One hour is long enough to capture meaningful, beautiful moments—but short enough to keep everyone engaged, relaxed, and smiling. This is perfect for bigger families, multiple young children, a newborn, maternity and/or exploring a park with the family.
Mini family session
30 minutes of family photography.
Starting at $300
30 minutes is often all it takes to capture natural, heartfelt images you’ll treasure for years. Great for little attention spans for the younger kids. Best for one-kid families. Not a lot of candid moments, for those who want to look at camera photographs.
We had a wonderful experience with Julia! She made everyone feel comfortable and kept things relaxed and fun, especially for the kids.
The photos turned out absolutely beautiful—natural, genuine, and full of special moments we’ll cherish. Highly recommend and would definitely book again!
— Heather
Before your session
Once you book, I’ll help you prepare with tips on outfits, location ideas, and timing so everything feels easy and stress-free. I’m always here to answer questions and make sure you feel confident going in.
During your session
Sessions are laid-back and playful. We’ll laugh, move, explore, and capture real interactions — the hugs, giggles, quiet moments, and in-between expressions that tell your story best. I’ll guide you when needed, but I also leave space for genuine moments to unfold naturally.
After your session
I carefully select and edit your images to reflect my signature style: warm, timeless, and film-inspired. You’ll receive a beautiful gallery of memories you can download, print, and treasure for years to come within 2 weeks.
ALL the PRETTY DETAILS
Golden Hour Glow
Sessions are timed around sunset to capture that soft, warm, golden light that flatters every skin tone and gives your photos a dreamy, timeless feel.
Natural, Guided Posing
You won’t be left wondering what to do—gentle direction is given so you feel comfortable, while still allowing space for real, candid moments to unfold.
Thoughtful Styling
From outfit guidance to color palettes, every detail is considered so your family looks cohesive without feeling overly styled or forced.
KIND WORDS
“Julia is so amazing and absolutely the sweetest!”
She is so talented, professional and made us feel so comfortable. She captured our family perfectly. She did our wedding and recently did our first family photos with our baby. We can’t thank her enough for helping us capture these important milestones in our lives. — Caley & Jason
“Julia was an absolute joy to work with, and I’m so grateful for capturing our family photos.”
Working with two wild children in a vast, open field was no easy feat, but Julia had the patience and skill to get some incredible shots. Her knowledge of ASL made it possible for my spouse to fully communicate. Thank you so much for capturing our precious moments! Until next time! Extra bonus points for being LGBTQ ally! — Sam Rodriguez
Frequently asked questions
ARE YOU WILLING TO TRAVEL?
Yes! Most of my family sessions take place in Colorado, and always down for travel!
Do you offer albums?
Yes - I offer albums and prints which are part of my store when booked with me!
Do you offer digital Files?
Yes, all photoshoots are delivered by an online gallery that is downloadable and shareable!
What should we wear?
I often suggest coordinating colors rather than matching, avoiding large logos, and choosing comfortable clothing.
What if my kids don't cooperate?
With my experience, I have tricks to engage kids and often focus on candid, lifestyle moments rather than rigid, perfect posing.
Where and when do sessions take place?
Locations can be in-home or outdoor, typically during "golden hour" (the hour before sunset or after sunrise) for the best light.
I'm known for professional, timely communication *and* stunning imagery, because you shouldn't have to choose.
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