the couples
experience
the couples experience
capturing all the butterflies
Finding your partner is not an easy task, but when you do, it makes the search totally worth the wait. Saying "I Love You" and giving you heart to another is a huge milestone in life and one that should be captured. My, now husband, had a photographer at our surprise engagement and the images she captured are photos that I will treasure for the rest of my life.
Life moves so fast and couples portrait photography is a great way to pause, live in the moment and document your love as it is right now. Whether you are getting engaged, celebrating an anniversary, or have been together forever, this investment is one that you give yourself.
A lot of couples say to me, "we are awkward and we don't know how to take pictures". I have so many tricks up my sleeve to help you feel comfortable in front of the camera, just come to the session open, ready to play and we will create magic.
No love story is the same and neither is your session with me. I offer three different styles of session; Sunset, Studio and Lifestyle.
Lifestyle is for the couples that want a more documentary styled session at their home. These sessions capture every day, intimate moments with you and your partner. Snuggling on the couch, drinking coffee and chatting in the kitchen, sneaking a kiss in the hallway. We will capture it all and the essence of your story by shooting in the most personal space you have, your home.
Sunset sessions are for the couples who want to play and capture the beauty of the environment they are in (either your hometown or your vacation spot).
Studio sessions are for the couples who love minimalist sessions focusing solely on them, more artistic and simpler in nature.
frequently asked questions
When should I schedule my session?
when will we receive our images?
what should we wear?
do you travel?
what is required to book?
how can I get a quote?
If you are planning on booking me for a surprise engagement, I would say as book me as soon as you start your planning process. Timing of sessions are as follows: Lifestyle session's are usually booked in the morning, depending on lighting in your home. Studio sessions can be scheduled at any time and sunset sessions are scheduled one hour before sunset.
You can expect your images back within 1-2 weeks after your session. I carefully choose the best images and edit with lots of love to make sure there is consistency throughout your entire gallery.
I recommend to stick with neutral, earthy tones as they never go out of style. They also go best with my editing and photography style. Once you book, you will receive a client portal with tons of information on what to wear, as well as guidance from me, with one on one calls. I also want to take as much stress as I can off of you, so I have a growing client closet of items for you to choose from for your session.
I do and want to travel more outside of the state! There is a travel fee involved, but if you need me to travel to you, I am more than happy to do so.
A nonrefundable session fee of $300 is required to hold your session date and time as well as a signed contract. The remainder of the collection fee is due the day of the session.
Reach out and I will walk you through all of your options. Can't wait to meet you!
"we now have such special photos we will treasure for a lifetime."
Deja captured our family in such a fabulous way, we now have such special photos we will treasure for a lifetime.
-Sia
"She makes the process so easy & comfortable."
We are so thankful to have Deja photographing our growing family. She is kind and thoughtful and makes the process so easy and comfortable.
-jessica
"Deja went above and beyond."
Deja went above and beyond to make us feel special during such a stressful time. We are so thankful we found her and look forward to having her capture future milestones for our little family.
-Shea
"she is so gifted and wonderful to work with."
Deja took the most AMAZING photographs of my 2 year old niece! She not only got her to smile beautifully and naturally at the camera, but Deja also captured fantastic (and heartwarming) candid shots when even mom didn't know the camera was on. She is so gifted and wonderful to work with!