FAMILY STORIES
I am passionate about capturing real, messy, and joyful moments, especially in family sessions. It's vital for me to create a relaxed environment where every family can be themselves, regardless of their background.
I'm all about capturing happiness and fun, regardless of sexuality, nationality, religion, or food preferences. If you're happy and love a good laugh, we're going to create some fantastic memories together! My goal is to celebrate and document the beautiful, authentic chaos of your life whatever it looks like.
Understanding that each family is unique, I tailor every session to meet your specific needs and preferences. Whether you wish to select the photos yourself or leave it to me, your comfort and satisfaction are paramount. We will discuss your privacy needs to ensure the session meets your expectations.
I prioritize quality over time, focusing on capturing the essence and joy of your moments with patience and attention to detail. We'll take the time needed to achieve the best results, ensuring the photographs resonate deeply with you.
If my approach resonates with you, please explore my packages and let's discuss how we can collaborate to beautifully document your family's unique story, capturing the essence of your life with authenticity and care.
PRIVACY
Every family and every parent is unique.
While a lot of families enjoy celebrating and sharing their photos online, others choose to only share them with close friends or family members due to multiple reasons.
All of my packages include full privacy of your photos.
Final galleries are sent via password protected gallery and I will not share any of your photos online without a previously written concent.
that said,
I will grant you a generous discount for a social media release and even a better one for Stocksy united
Packages
Sweet Child O' Mine
Focus: Newborns, toddlers, single-child portraits, and maternity sessions.
Perfect for: Expectant mothers, single parents, or parents wanting to capture the early years of their child’s life.
What’s included?
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Preliminary consultation to discuss themes, locations, and special requests.
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1.5 to 2 hours of photography.
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Travel within Berlin AB zone.
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15 beautifully retouched images.
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Preview gallery of all captured moments color corrected.
Standard 400€
with a social media release € 300
with a Stocksy release € 200
(10EUR for additionally retouched photo)
Just the Two of Us
Focus: This package is specifically designed for couples or small families of up to three members, ensuring an intimate and focused session. New parents savoring the infancy period, expecting couples anticipating the arrival of their child, or small families of three looking to capture special moments together.
What’s included?
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Preliminary consultation to discuss themes, locations, and special requests.
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1.5 to 2 hours of photography.
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Travel within Berlin AB zone.
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20 beautifully retouched images.
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Preview gallery of all captured moments color corrected.
Standard 600€
with a social media release €450
with a Stocksy release € 300
(10EUR for additionally retouched photo)
THE INCREDIBLES
Focus: Immediate family sessions. Perfect for families looking to capture the dynamic and individual personalities within their household. Best suited for families of 4-6 members, designed to showcase the unique character and relationships of each family member.
What’s included?
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Pre-session consultation to understand the family’s vision and dynamics.
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2 to 3 hours of photography, capturing both individual and group moments.
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Flexibility in choosing the location within the Berlin AB zone.
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35 beautifully retouched images, ensuring a variety of memories are preserved.
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A comprehensive preview gallery.
Standard 800€
with a social media release € 600
with a Stocksy release € 400
(10EUR for additionally retouched photo)
My Big Fat Greek Wedding
Focus: Large or extended family sessions. Perfect for large family gatherings, reunions, or when the whole clan comes together. It is for extended families or groups larger than six, ensuring everyone gets a spot in the family portrait.
What’s included?
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Extensive consultation to plan the session for large family groups.
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Up to 6 hours of photography to accommodate the entire family.
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Location choice within the Berlin AB zone to fit the family’s needs.
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60 retouched images that capture the essence of the family’s bond and individuality.
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An extensive preview gallery of the session.
Standard 1200€
with a social media release €800
with a Stocksy release FREE - please contact me if you have a large family and you are all are comfortable with signing a model release
(10EUR for additionally retouched photo)
Optional Extras
A premium large-format photo album 300€
150€ for the additional copies.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
This list of frequently asked questions is not aimed to replace a personal conversation about your plans, but to provide initial answers, perhaps to questions you have not thought of yet. We will then discuss everything else over a phone chat or a cup of tea.
How do we book a photo session?
Please contact me with your planned dates, location and preliminary schedule. If I have time, I will schedule an appointment with you soon so we can get to know each other and discuss further details, either in person or via Zoom or a phone call. To book an appointment, I will ask for a 20% deposit and we will sign a contract.
Will you be traveling or working only in Berlin?
I would be happy to travel anywhere in Europe you like. The only additional costs would be my transportation and lodging.
How far in advance should we book?
Well, that depends on your event date. Between May and September, Saturdays are usually booked up far in advance. On weekdays or in the off-season, I may be available on shorter notice. Just ask!
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client galleries
 M O T H E R - D A U G H T E R Berlin |  M O T H E R - D A U G H T E R Como, Italy |  M O T H E R - D A U G H T E R Kazan, Russia |  B R O T H E R - S I S T E R Kazan, Russia |  M O T H E R - D A U G H T E R Kazan, Russia |  M O T H E R - D A U G H T E R Kazan, Russia |
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 F A M I L Y O F T H R E E Berlin Germany |  B A B Y Birthday |  M O T H E R - D A U G H T E R Kazan |  F A M I L Y O F T H R E E Kazan |  M O T H E R - B A B Y Kazan |  M O T H E R - B A B Y Kazan |
 F A M I L Y O F T H R E E Rehoboth Beach, USA |  FAMILY OF FOUR Kazan |