posed and candid portraits for todays family
Family Sessions
Whether your kids are tiny, almost grown, or even furry, this chapter deserves to be captured with more than an iPhone… and with you in it. Too often, moms end up behind the camera, and years from now there are fewer photos proving they were really there- snuggling, laughing, loving.
I love creating photos that remind families that- even with goldfish crumbs in the car, laundry that never ends, and parents running on equal parts love and exhaustion- their story is still beautiful. These are the moments that matter, and they deserve to be preserved.
Let’s pick a day, choose a spot that’s meaningful to your family, and create images you’ll treasure for years. I always encourage families to book a session at least once a year so every stage gets remembered. With my lineup of albums, framed prints, and canvases, your memories from this season won’t just live on your phone- they’ll be on display for you to enjoy every single day.
This season is passing quickly—
let’s make the memories linger
Your Story
Newport News, Va
the carnes
“She is a mom herself, and so she understands a lot of the stress that goes with planning family or special occasion photos. . I also love how great she is with the kids- they respond so well to her! ”
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Your gang. Your tribe. The people you have known your entire life- people that share your history and memories.
How often does the whole family get together?
Weekly? On holidays? Or maybe everyone lives far apart and only all gather once a year... or less!
There is no better time than now to celebrate your family. Take this opportunity to book an Extended Family Session to document your tribe today.
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As unique as your family is. These sessions are low-stress and primed to capture your family as it is right now. A favorite lovey, goldfish crackers, the firetruck that goes on every errand and even the family pet are all welcomed to be included!
We will capture some really great frame-worthy shots as well as some sweet candid moments. No two families or sessions are exactly alike!
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Colombia, Maryland
the daniels
Jessica really is a treasure. She makes the family photo a fun experience even with little ones
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Williamsburg, Va
joe + erin
We have used JBP for 7 shoots now and have my next one scheduled soon! Aside from her talent and creativity- she makes it an exciting experience from start to finish!
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family portraits
Regardless of the season that you're in, and whether your babies are big, small or furry, this time in your life deserves to be captured by something other than your iPhone.
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No one wants to look like a soggy, wet mess in their photos so if it looks like it's going to rain, snow, hail or some other weather catastrophe, we'll be in touch via email or phone to reschedule. Often, when we're scheduling our initial portrait session date, if it works for our calendars, we'll actually set up both a main date and a rain date just to make sure we don't have to postpone your session for very long if the weather is bad on the original date.
what do we do if it rains?
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The sooner the better! My weekends tend to fill up pretty quickly - especially during the spring and fall, so the sooner you reach out to me, the more likely you are to get your desired date!
To reserve your date, you will need to submit a contract as well as a deposit. And if something comes up and you need to change your date, just let me know!
HOW FAR IN ADVANCE SHOULD WE BOOK?
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If picking out outfits for photos takes you back to your high school days when you literally tried on everything in your closet and piled it on your bed but still felt like you had nothing to wear, you're in luck.!
I have put together an extensive outfit suggestion guide with tips for every member of the family
WHAT SHOULD WE WEAR?
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Unless you've modeled professionally, you're probably going to feel awkward in front of the camera. Heck, I take photos for a living and even feel like a deer in the headlights when I am in front of the camera.
If you think you are going to feel awkward, don't worry! I coach you through poses and you'll find that being photographed can actually be fun. And don't worry about your kids. I well versed in capturing even the busiest of little ones.
WE'RE AWKWARD AND MY KIDS DON'T SIT STILL.
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Your session fee covers a pre session consultation, our time together during your session, ordering appointment, my time and skills for retouching and product ordering, and your product pick up appointment.
It is my mission to provide the best experience possible. I do a hybrid of print products with matching digital images gives you the best of both worlds! Not only will you receive the digital downloads you want, you will also have your pick of heirloom quality books and prints.
what is included in the session fee?
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The Jessica Barrett Photography Collections are the best way to get bulk images at a reduced cost. Delivered via an heirloom album or boxed set of matted prints, collections come with an exclusive discount on wall art AND a complimentary session fee to use within 12 months!
You deserve a fuller experience, I am here to help!
what are collections?
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Most edits are completed within two weeks. Once your final approval is given, a link to your digital copies will be sent for download for you to enjoy while waiting for your printed goods to arrive.
Printed products arrive in 2-6 weeks, depending on the product. Everything is made in the USA and the heirloom linen products are hand crafted- which requires a little extra time.
HOW WILL I RECEVE MY PHOTOS?
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For booking details and availability for single family sessions please send a message via the form below. Portrait session fee is 250 for single family portrait sessions. Your session fee includes: a pre-session consultation, your session appointment and your ordering appointment. All products are sold separately. Printed portraits begin at 120 and collections begin at 790.
•Extended Family Session are 550 for the first household and an additional 100 per additional household. Due to the nature of of these sessions, the Extended Family Session fee includes a longer session time and digital images to document your entire family during their gathering!