Work with me

Let's transform your family memories into forever keepsakes

My approach is completely hands on, once you book me I'm here to guide you through everything relating to your photos, I'll be your right hand gal in making your vision come to life. Outfits, location, date, hair and makeup, posing  ( or not posing) and even printing the final photos, I've got you.

I love to create maternity photos that help freeze time for your family, so you can return to the good 'ole days of growing this sweet baby, anytime you want. This looks like setting up a "play based" photoshoot where the point of the photoshoot is not to get maternity photos done, but to have fun with your family while I just happen to be there documenting it.



From your first vision to printing the final images for your walls , I'm here to craft a photoshoot experience that your family will love

This is where you are right now! When you inquire with me, I’d love to shake your hand over email and chat with you so we can meet and make sure we’re a good fit! 

Seek

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Once you’ve booked me, you'll pick a date to shoot, and we will discuss about your vision for the shoot! We’ll talk wardrobe ( which is provided!) and what you want your family to do during the pictures . Finally, we’ll discuss your vision for how you’d like to display your portraits once we’re done.


Schedule & style

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Time for the big day! There’s no rush here. We will plan an activity for your family to do while we shoot so everyone is comfortable and we catch the natural smiles from the whole fam. But don't worry, we'll get some posed  shots where everyone is looking and smiling too!



Shoot

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After we finish your shoot, you can relax, eat lunch, and enjoy some more  family time while I edit your pictures. Then 1-2 hours later, I’ll present your images to you via slideshow on your own TV ( or over zoom! )



Slideshow 

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Finally, to finish off the day you get to decide how to display your new art. I’ll guide you through each step from choosing the right picture, to deciding on a frame and size.
 You even get a print credit to use toward your purchase!



SHOP

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The Process + how it works

$1,750

You Pay

  • On Call 24/7 starting at 38 weeks 

  • No time limit - present from active labor to 2 hrs postpartum   

  • 80 + Images
 
  • Online Gallery 



Receive beautiful images to document the day your first met your baby!

Birth Photography

Your columbus Birth photos are a truly documentery process where I'll be present with you in the delivery room to capture every detail of the day your little one was borrn

Fine Art Prints

Heirloom Album

Starting at $350

  • Linen cover + pre-designed layout
  • 10 lay-flat pages with your best shots
  • The perfect gift or keepsake for your coffee table

An 8x8 highlight reel album of your session

Mini Album

Mini Album

Heirloom Album

  • Available matted or unmatted
  • Frame options: natural wood, white, or black
  • 8x10 (matted to 11x14): $150
  • 11x14 (matted to 16x20): $200
  • 16x20 (matted to 20x24): $275
  • Gallery wall sets available

framed, museum-grade prints with rich tones and timeless vibes

Fine Art Prints

Bundle & Save!
Add on Maternity & Newborn photos for $1,000

Investment

love notes

- The Mawhorr Family

All the photos I have from Christal are beautiful and such high quality. She is so fun and easy to work with! I truly look forward to capturing more memories with her! from my birth daily, and still cry every time! They are the most special photos and I will treasure them forever. 

"We had such a wonderful experience working with Christal "

- The Fello Family

My family and I enjoyed spending time with her for our maternity shoot. She made us feel comfortable and at ease. She was very patient with me after the birth of my child when I was having a hard time communicating. We will use her services again.

"I had an awesome experience!"

- skylar & carter

We picked Christal to do our maternity/labor/newborn photos. I was a little nervous as I’ve NEVER liked any pictures I’ve had done. And even while I was in labor I felt like I had one of my close friends with me! Seriously THE sweetest woman I’ve ever met. She went ABOVE AND BEYOND!! I seriously never want another photographer!

 "She made everything AMAZING and so easy our pictures came out perfect!!"

I offer two location that you can shoot at. In your own home, or you can come to my home in zanesville and play outside on my 3 acres!
In home photography is my favorite because it's part of freezing time in your pictures, to be able to look back on how your family looked living life and having fun  in your home.

I would block off at least 4 hours to do everything start to finish. 1 hr for hair and makeup ( I have a professional you can hire!) , 1 hour to shoot, 1 hour for me to edit ( while you eat, play, or get the kids down for a nap!) and 1 hour to view your pictures and order products



I like to take your maternity pictures between 30-36 weeks , that way your beautiful belly is perfectly round but the baby isn't too close to their arrival!

Absolutely! I'm not just your photographer; I'm also your personal assistant for all things shoot related. I have a closet full of dresses you can wear and I help style your family around, I have a hair and makeup artist you can hire, and i have a note full of activity ideas you can do during your shoot

My primary focus is on wedding, elopement, and couples' photography. My passion lies in capturing the love stories of couples and creating beautiful, lasting memories for them. If you're looking for a photographer for other types of sessions, I'd love to connect you with my talented photographer friends!

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Frequently Asked Questions

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