Photographs remember the moment so you never forget.
STUDENTS
It's easy to take everyday for granted during school- time with friends, that special corner in the library where you like to study, your favorite lunch line- living in a community of your friends seems like the perfect life... and then you graduate. Almost overnight those everyday moments become precious memories. It's a cliché but it's true- the time goes by so quickly and you soon start to forget all the things you take for granted right now.
We can go in so many different directions with your portrait session. From a cap and gown look on campus to a Friends Session in the studio. We will show you a variety of options so you know what the possibilities are!s Ultimately the question is about what you're going to miss the most after graduation.
You're in the right place.
client reviews /
“Karissa took beautiful and artistic photographs of my daughter that I will treasure forever.”
She combines a personal flair of creativity and warmth with a professional demeanor of planning and responsiveness. She really takes the time with her clients and addresses every idea & request, offering guidance every step of the way. One of a kind! Thank you!!
- Dana
“Karissa's ability to capture natural, powerful and beautiful moments blows my mind away.”
After our first photoshoot with Karissa we fell in love with her kindness, gentleness and ability to bring us to the present moment. Her photographs have become a representation of how we honor our family. She has taken photos of my family multiple times. We love her!
- Barbara
What to Expect
Consultation
CONSULTATION
Once you've booked your session date we'll set up a consultation with Karissa so we can go over your vision for your photoshoot and how we can make that happen.
STYLING & PHOTOSHOOT
Photoshoot
You'll begin by meeting with our professional stylist who will do your hair & makeup while we prep the studio for your different looks. Afterwards we'll guide you through different poses.
REVIEW & ORDER
Reveal
A few days after your session we'll go through the images from your photoshoot so you can relive the experience and order your favorite photographs.
What makes our studio special is our attention to detail and our focus on a great client experience from beginning to end!
PLANNING consult
WITH KARISSA
professional
makeup
professional HAIR STYLING
guided
pOSING
review & selection appointment
PLANNING consult
WITH KARISSA
professional HAIR STYLING
professional
makeup
photoshoot with guided pOSING
review & selection appointment
Many of our clients are new to professional photography, so here's a quick overview of our process.
ON CAMPUS
After graduation, you may never be back on campus. Take the time now to commemorate the moment!
So much has changed during the last four years, but the most important part is you! We'll meet on campus and walk around, capturing beautiful photographs as we go. You can change into different looks so you ultimately have a variety to choose from!
A GOOD FIT FOR YOU IF:
Would like beautiful photos of your time at college to keep and gift!
IN STUDIO
If the point is you and not your campus experience, a studio photoshoot enables us to get more creative.
If you are more introverted or want to do something a little more creative, the studio is a great place for your photoshoot! Our 1700 square foot space was carefully designed to give us a variety of different looks. It also means no posing in front of people (except the photographer, of course) for those who may be a little more shy.
A GOOD FIT FOR YOU IF:
You'd like to capture this time in your life, but would like to be a little creative with the overall look.
WITH FRIENDS
College friends are often friends for life. Capture everyone now so you can look back in the years to come!
During a Friends Session (which can be either on campus or in studio) we will capture both the group together, as well as get individual photos of each person in the group. The other benefit of Friends Sessions is that it reduces the overall cost per person. Get a group of friends together and we'll have fun!
A GOOD FIT FOR YOU IF:
You have a tight group of friends you'd like to be photographed with!
STUDENTS
A selection from our photo sessions!
friends sessions
There are very few things you will miss more about college than the people you lived with every day! Some of our favorite sessions are when we can capture groups of friends together- whether we're in the studio or on location. Grab your suite mates, team mates, friends or a cappella group and let's get started!
in their words /
client reviews
PORTRAIT CLIENT
“There it was: The Light Within. Frame after frame after frame.”
As a woman who is more than a little shy about her looks, I was nervous but Karissa put me at ease with both genuine warmth & professionalism. She was creative & reassuring. In the end, the experience changed me. I actually see myself differently now. I saw beauty that day... and it was my own. It had been there all along; I just needed someone to show me. Karissa did that.
- Dana
portrait client
“Karissa puts her clients at ease with joyful attention. The session was restorative and fun!”
Karissa sees our fullness, complexity and depth, and win working wiht her, one finds a playful, creative self. With gentle direction, she reflects this self back to you in artful, astonishing photos.
- Eliza
headshot client
“The way Karissa directs you to find the best 'you' is a little akin to magic!”
I did my first found of headshots with Karissa and plan to do another soon. She is so easy to work with and her team is amazing. Look no further!
- Leslie
are you ready?
LET'S get started!
I can't wait to help you plan your perfect photoshoot! Send us your contact info & we'll start planning!
