Welcome!

I'm Janelle, an on-location photographer in the Kansas City area. I offer a custom, creative approach to capturing the wide range of your family’s photographic needs over time. Look around and let's connect!

All stages of life. All session types.

Your go-to photographer for it all.

Versatile Photography

for K.C. Families

Life is full of milestones big and small.

I capture it all, from family portraits to special celebrations. Having one trusted photographer means everyone knows what to expect each time we get together. That gives you more comfort, less uncertainty, and images that feel like you...so you can focus on what matters most while your family's story is forever preserved.

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Family Sessions

Convenient & Effortless

Whether your family is just starting out or five generations strong, a photo shoot is the perfect way to capture and remember the people and moments you hold most dear.

Session Details

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Individual Sessions

Collaborative & Comfortable

Want to capture your baby turning one or heading into his or her senior year?

What about an updated headshot for a confident, strong first impression?

Session Details

Specialty Sessions

Custom & Versatile

As your family's photographer, I love nothing more than to capture and share images taken during your own events and celebrations... allowing you to be fully present in the moment.

Session Details

Always included. Every time.

Hand-Edited Images

Photographs from your session are carefully culled then professionally edited one by one to bring out their true potential.

Online Gallery

All final images are delivered to you through a password-protected gallery on my website.

Digital Downloads

You and those you invite to view your gallery can download all images straight to each computer or device.

Professional Products

My website is connected to a professional photo lab, giving you the convenience of ordering high-quality prints straight from your gallery.

The Experience

What to expect when we work together.

Have questions or want to know more?

BEFORE the session

You'll share your goals for the session, the who, what, where, why, and when if you know them, via the 'CONNECT' page/form on my site and I'll reach out quickly. Once we firm up the details, I'll send a short online agreement to make it official. The week before your session, I will touch base to confirm, adjust anything if necessary, and collect payment. Then we're ready to go!

DURING the session

We'll meet at the agreed upon location and I'll take the lead from there! I'll give everyone some easy instructions and guide you throughout our time together. While I'll have a general plan, the session is fluid so if you have ideas, I love to hear them!

AFTER the session

I like to offer a sneak peek of a few images within the first day or two - a little peace of mind that everything turned out great and something to hold you over while I finish your gallery! I typically deliver your finished gallery within two weeks of your session, although timing may vary during especially busy seasons. You'll receive an email when your gallery is ready with instructions on how to view, download, share, and order prints.