Heirloom Portraits in Washington DC
Classic Tradition for Modern Families
A timeless black and white portrait of childhood — simple, expressive, and meant to last for generations
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Heirloom Portraits are a Return to Simplicity
Quietly capturing what matters most
Each portrait is a classic black-and-white study of a child — focused on expression, light, and presence, without distraction. This style has been cherished for generations and is finding new life with families who value tradition, craftsmanship, and quiet beauty.
These portraits are not about trends or perfection.
They’re about who your child is in this fleeting season.
When is the best time for an Heirloom Portrait?
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Heirloom vignette portraits are timeless and classic Pieces
Quiet elegance that endures
These classic vignette portraits are a bridge between the past and the present. They evoke a nostalgic feeling, hearkening back to an era when simplicity and elegance were highly valued. You may have admired portraits of your grandmother in this style. Imagine your own child captured with the same timeless grace and beauty.
One of the remarkable qualities of these traditional children’s portraits is their ability to stand the test of time. Their simplicity, coupled with the emotional depth they convey, ensures that they remain relevant and captivating throughout the years. Decades from now, when you gaze upon these images, you will be transported back to the fleeting moments of your child’s youth, experiencing again the joy of their childhood.
Hang them on your wall to enjoy now and pass them down to future generations to cherish.
What's the Experience?
It's Easy and Stress-free
As with every session, we take the guess work out of the process.
1. Phone Consultation
We’ll talk about your child, what you love about heirloom portraits, clothing options – all the details. We create a plan, you know your investment, and we select a session date.
2. Session
You show up, get your child dressed, and we capture a variety of poses and expressions. While your child is choosing a prize, I’ll show you my samples to find the size and frame you like best.
3. Selection
I handle all the little details: professionally retouch your images and get them printed and framed. In a few weeks, I show up at your door with your finished artwork. It’s as simple as that!
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Investment
What does it cost?
Session Information
Session Fees
Individual Heirloom session: $190
Add a sibling: $100
Included with Every Session
Wardrobe Consultation
Session Prep Guide
Guided Selection of Images
Production of All Finished Products
Delivery of Final Products
Wall Art
Single Image Portraits
Small - Medium - Large
Starting at $390
Expressions Composites
Framed
$590
Tabletop Art
Heirloom Album
8 Inside Images
$790
3 Expression Folio
3 Inside Images
$xx
Frequently asked questions
Here are some answers to common questions I'm asked. I hope you find this helpful, but if you still have a question, please do get in touch.
Still have a question? Get in touchWhat is the appropriate age for these portraits?
This session is for children from the time they can sit up, while they still have baby teeth, and into early adolescence. I especially love it as a 1-year-old milestone portrait.
Can I use my own clothing?
Of course! If you have clothing you love for this style, we use that. If not, I have a client closet.
Do you offer a client closet?
I do! I have simple white smocked dresses from size 18 months to 5T for girls. For boys, I have shirts with navy piping around the Peter Pan collar in sizes from 12 months to 4T or white oxford shirts from size 12 months to 3T.
How long is the session?
These sessions are usually about 20 minutes. Of course, all children are different and we want to bring out the best in them. How do we make it happen? A little bit of peek-a-boo, a touch of silliness, and a generous sprinkling of magic! It lasts as long as your children can handle and until we get what we need.
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