You’re living a story that matters, let’s make sure you can see it

Capturing life on film: maternity, birth, postpartum, newborn, childhood, families, romance, reproductive health, creatives at work, and end of life.

My Style

My approach with photography changes based on what the environment calls for

I might give a direction and let you interpret it in your own way

I might lead with a documentary eye, led by instinct, presence, and trust in what unfolds naturally

Or maybe the environment calls for some guidance with posing to loosen the nerves up

My aim is to document you and your family as you are and I will adapt my style to get those images

My sessions are slow and relaxed and always with a few laughs

Children are free to explore and join in when they like

We make pictures with the philosophy that there’s no need to hurry

Sidewalk chalk drawings and messages on concrete steps, scattered colored chalk pieces, and an open box of chalk next to a doormat.
Black and white image of a family having a picnic in a forest. Four people are sitting on a blanket on the grassy ground, surrounded by trees. The setting is calm and natural, with dappled sunlight filtering through the leaves.

A Note About Film

Film is an imperfect medium. Results vary depending on light, movement, film stock, and the camera itself. My goal isn’t to deliver a flawless gallery, but one that tells the truest story of your family. I invite you to surrender with me and embrace the mystery of film and trust in the beauty it can reveal. There is also a 4 week turnaround for images due to the developing and scanning process necessary for film photography. The wait is frustration but so worth it.

I offer free cosultation calls to see if we would be a good fit. Contact me here and I’ll reach out by email to schedule a 20 minute call.

Pricing

  • A person holding a child while walking along a beach, carrying a tote bag that says "A Bag of Books." The ocean and waves are visible in the background.

    I

    $300

    Color & B+W

    ~35 images delivered by digital gallery

    8 Polaroids

    1 hour, 1 location

  • Mother and baby lying on bed, smiling and playing.

    II

    $500

    Color & B+W

    ~50 images delivered by digital gallery

    20 date stamped 4×6 prints

    1.5 hours, 1 location

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Payment plans are available upon request

Pricing is reflected for Maryland, D.C., and Northern Virginia residents. At this time, I am not traveling beyond these areas, but let’s chat. Who knows where a creative conversation can lead us

All in home sessions include a pre session video call to discuss the best areas in or around the home for photos and answer any questions on how best to prepare for the session

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Each session is a minimum of 60 minutes in duration, as I need to allow moments to unfold and evolve naturally, and so those with little ones have time to warm up and cool down without anyone feeling rushed

“I don’t remember exactly when or why I started following Jehlisa, but after years of Instagram likes that graduated to messages, it was a joy to get to spend time with her in real life. She is as warm and beautiful in person as I imagined she would be, and I already knew her talent as an artist. 11/10 would recommend.”

-Emily L.