engagement session experiences

 

Your love story starts here

You're in good hands


My promise to you is that I won't just show up and hope for good photos. You won't spend the whole session wondering how to stand or what to do with your hands. I'll guide you, so you can stop thinking and start feeling like your best self.

This is the same energy I bring to everything else, including pricing. No guessing games, no hidden fees, no pressure. Just a clear look at what working together looks like, so you can make the decision that's right for you.

 

Hey, it's lj!

 

I have always been a storyteller. Growing up, I would write my own skits, plays, and short stories myself and dreamed of having my own film studio. I still have a passion for writing and acting, but my love for stories is really what drew me to photography. I love knowing the reason behind the colors you chose for your session, where these photos will end up in the home, and the family traditions that you all have.

It's all important, because it's all you.

"I would never consider myself model material because I always feel awkward in front of the camera, but LJ made me feel confident and comfortable. My favorite photo he took is of me smiling my raw, natural, unposed smile. And I think that's saying a lot of his ability to create and capture genuine and authentic moments. He will definitely always be my first choice for a photographer."

Danyelle M.

 

Collections + Investment

 

Essential Engagement Session

30 minute session


10 final professionally edited photos


Style assistance & Mood Board Creation


1 outfit + 1 location


Online Gallery Delivery with 1 month of Cloud Storage


1 week image preview


Timeline and Creative Meetings With Me

$ 250

Signature Engagement Session

*Most popular

1 hour session


20 final professionally edited photos


1 outfit + 1 location


Style assistance & Mood Board Creation


Online Gallery Delivery with 1 month of Cloud Storage


2 day image preview


50% off a pack of 25 Wedding Cards


Timeline and Creative Meetings With Me

$ 400

Premium Engagement Session

2 hour session


35 final professionally edited photos


2 outfits + 2 locations


Style assistance & Mood Board Creation


Online Gallery Delivery with 3 months of Cloud Storage


24 hour image preview


20 page, 6x6, Guest Signage Book



A pack of 25 Wedding Cards (only pay shipping costs)


Timeline and Creative Meetings With Me


Live Out Loud Lifetime Discount - 15% off future sessions

$ 650

any additional hour of coverage is an extra $250 per hour

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Weekday Specials



If you schedule a shoot on a weekday (Mon-Thursday) as opposed to the weekend, there are some extra perks you can have at NO extra charge!


  • 5 extra edited photos
  • 15 extra minutes for your session
  • 10% off any item in print store

Experience add-ons



Make-up artist - $180

3 day rush editing - $350

Studio Rental Fee - $75/hr

Add a Flying Dress - $175

Additional Outfit Change - $50

Additional Location Change - $75

Champagne Bottle - $20

Fine Art Photo Albums


6X6 Hardcover Album - $50

8X8 Linen or Suede Wedding album - $200

10X10 Linen or Suede Wedding Album - $300

12X12 Linen or Suede Wedding Album - $500

Travel Fees


Locations over 50 miles of Richmond and under 3 hours travel time - $150

Locations over 3 hours travel time - $500

Next Steps

Payment Plans

Plan 1. Secure your date with me with a 50% nonrefundable retainer. The second and final payment, which is  your remaining balance, will be due 3 days from your session date.

Plan 2. Secure your date with a bi weekly or monthly payment plan made from Klarna or Affirm. Your date will not be secured until you make your first payment.

 

Plan 3. Pay the full balance upfront and receive a Free 8X10 Gallery Frame Wall Print (Only pay shipping costs).

 

FAQ

Can we customize a collection?

Each collection has been tailored specifically for different needs, however you are able to add on any items to the base collections!

How far in advance should we book?

Because dates go by quickly, I would suggest booking me 2 to 4 months in advance!

How long does it take to get our photos?

After your session, you will be given a gallery of the unedited photos for you to select which photos you'd like edited. Expect that within 24 hours. Full galleries will be sent 3 weeks from the day you make your selections. All images will be delivered online in a private gallery directly to you. (Don't worry, you'll get previews as well!)

Do you offer albums or prints?

Yes to all of the above. You will receive in your final online gallery your digital images, but I also have a print store where you can order any and all of your printed art work.

 

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