How Much Does a Family Photoshoot Cost in Lake Country?

When it comes to choosing a family photographer in Lake Country, there are lots of great options! For many families, cost is an important factor to consider, and it can range from a few hundred dollars to several thousand dollars. We're going to break down some factors that influence cost and share more about why it’s worth investing in a photographer who will provide a great family photoshoot experience.

Here are 3 factors that affect how much you might spend on a family photoshoot, along with questions to ask yourself to determine what the right level of investment looks like for you.

3 Things to Consider About Your Family Photoshoot

1. What kind of experience is the photographer providing?

Family photoshoots can range from a 15-minute mini session to a fully customized, sunset portrait experience with multiple locations and wardrobes included.

At Lauren Kreibich Photography, we specialize in creating luxury portrait experiences that will leave you feeling pampered, cared for, and will take all the guesswork and stress out of the experience. At your pre-session, in-home consultation, we will select your family’s outfits for the photoshoot. You’ll be confident you’ll look amazing with no last-minute scrambling to get the perfect outfit on time. Professional hair and makeup is always included, and you’ll show up to the session feeling like the best version of yourself. We’ll also hone in on exactly what you want your images to look like, and the session is designed to deliver on that vision every time. Sessions are relaxed and personalized, so that it feels more like the best time hanging out with your family and not a rushed, get-in, get-out kind of experience. If you have young children, we’ll make sure to follow their lead and keep it playful (and we bring snacks!). All of this is capped off with in-person, guided image selection, premium custom artwork and albums, and complimentary wall art installation.

So, the first question to ask yourself is, what kind of experience would make me feel valued, relaxed, and allow me to enjoy this time with my family?

2. What kind of products are you ending up with after the photoshoot?

When my husband and I got married, after our wedding, we got a CD full of digital photos. And as technology has shifted, digital images have become the most common product for photographers to give their families after a family photoshoot. But we believe that while digitals have their place, the most powerful way to enjoy your photos is still in print.

Many families like to take their digital images and print desktop prints that live in small frames throughout their house. Most of our clients want to feature their family in fully finished wall art pieces that complement the décor of their home. They also love a storytelling album that shows their family’s full personality. But in the busyness of life, those projects often fall to the wayside, and months, if not years, go by before they end up doing anything with their photos.

Our goal is for each family we work with to walk away with a beautiful product they can enjoy on a daily basis. Whether that’s a personalized album that lives on your coffee table or a stunning gallery wall showcasing each of your kids’ personalities, the photos become more than just photos. They become beautiful memories of your family's seasons that create so much love in your home. We do all the work for you, even hand-delivering your prints and albums, and wall art installation is always complimentary.

With that in mind, how do you best like to enjoy your photos?

3. Do you want images that look like other families’ photos, or would you like yours to be unique?

Mini sessions are a popular way for photographers to offer budget-friendly sessions. However, these sessions are usually in one location with the same backdrop, and they’re happening so fast that they don’t allow for much differentiation.

If you value a more customized experience that is unique to your family’s personality, a custom session may be the route to go. We meet with each family in advance and not only listen to the vision you have for your photos, but we also incorporate our own artistic ideas to create images that are truly unique to your family. Because the truth is, no one else is like you, and we want your art to reflect that.

Ask yourself: is it important to you to create art-worthy photos that reflect your family’s true character?

How to Choose Your Lake Country Family Portrait Photographer

The primary thing you should evaluate when choosing a family photographer in Lake Country is the value you receive for your investment. Once you’ve answered these questions for yourself, you can ask your potential photographer the same questions to make sure you’re aligned and that you’ll get what you really want for the money you choose to invest.

Most of our clients invest several thousand dollars to capture their family during the special season of life they’re in. We have some families who return year after year to see how their children are growing, and other families who prioritize milestones such as important birthdays, graduations, aging parents, and anniversaries. No matter your situation, we guarantee that you’ll walk away not only with stunning images that you’ll cherish forever, but also with an experience that will become a beautiful memory for your family.

If this sounds like the type of experience you and your family are looking for, we’d love to hear from you. Visit our website for more information about family portraits and submit an inquiry so we can reach out to you to hear more about your vision.