The fun and stress-free
Columbus Ohio Family Photographer
Your family is everything but boring. Your photos shouldn’t be either.
Capturing your family’s unique version of weird from newborn to graduation and everything in between
Photos are a celebration, not something to stress over.
The anxiety of choosing clothes, picking a location, getting ready, piling the kids in, and then dealing with the awkwardness of having a camera in your face?
It’s a lot.
You want to be comfortable…and so relaxed you forget I’m even there.
I’ll capture your crew smack-dab in the middle of your favorite activities with gut-busting laughs, rowdy piggyback rides, and big bear hugs:
How I make family photo magic happen:
Encouragement to do the activities you love.
Not standing perfectly in a random field at sunset with unruly wind and tired grumpy kids.
Kids are free to explore, play, and show their wonderfully goofy selves.
Not told to sit and be still… when has that ever worked for longer than 10 seconds with a 2-year-old
At home where you already feel comfortable.
Not packing up toys and snacks and hauling the family to an unknown location you probably won’t ever return to.
Now that’s something worth celebrating.
“Daisy came to our home and spent time getting to know the kids so they felt comfortable and natural around her. Even more, they had fun with her as she brought their true personalities and best sides out. Now I have these beautiful, real moments of joy that I can look back on for years to come!” - Amber
Photos should be good.
What’s more important is that they’re real.
Every family has their own brand of weird goofy chaos that they wouldn’t trade for the world.
Playing on the swing set in the backyard.
Building the best blanket fort in the whole entire universe!!!!
Big sib reading little sib a favorite book.
Family time in the kitchen whipping up a snack.
Big ol’ cuddle puddles in bed—the best kinds of cuddles!
Loving on pets and pets loving on the kiddos.
A parent dancing in a dino costume while the kid plays the drums.
The toddler rolling under the table while a parent sings to the newborn.
Real life is where the magic happens. Those everyday moments you always wished you could put in your pocket and treasure forever. Together, we can make that wish come true.
The things that fill our cups should be filling up our photo albums.
So let’s fill those albums up!
I put all my energy into ensuring you are relaxed and having a great time. The attention should be on you and your time together as a family, not on the camera in the room.
How family photo sessions work:
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1. Getting to know each other
You reach out to me and we schedule a time to chat on the phone. We brainstorm, we laugh, we discuss your questions. If we fit together like PB+J, we put your date on the books.
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2. Have a stress-free session
I come to your house for an extended playdate. Enjoy a fun, easy hangout with your family. I’ll turn those memories into your new favorite photos.
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3. The reveal
You get your gallery 4 weeks later and cry crocodile tears over your amazing photos. We both do a happy dance. You did it!
After our first session, you have the option to enroll in Photo Club which is an annual portrait membership with discounted pricing, priority scheduling, and easy monthly payments.
“Photos are our reminders to ourselves that we can laugh and smile and dance through the hard moments…”
“Now I get to have that reminder on my wall for the rest of my life, and my daughter will have it for the rest of hers.” - Chelsea
Hi — I’m Daisy, and you’re very welcome here!
In a society that pressures everyone to conform, I help families celebrate what’s honest and real. You should know that nobody has ever accused me of being a square, and I love bringing all kinds of goofy energy to your session. Don’t say I didn’t warn you!
I specialize in at-home family photography in Columbus, Ohio for all types of families: the only requirements are that you love each other, and want to have fun.
I’ll guide you every step of the way.
My values
As the stress-free Columbus Ohio family photographer
⚡️Passion — I put a lot of energy before our session to learn about you and your family. On the day of, your session is all I do. You get 110% of my energy, focus, and special brand of silly (kids love it).
🌞 Comfort and Fun — The everyday moments of you co-existing in places you know best are the ones we most love. Why trek all the way to a park when you spend most of your time at home?
🎨 Treasures, Not Trophies — Looking back at family photos shouldn’t be filled with memories of ‘battles won’ with your kids. They should be treasures of a fun time you had together.
🖼 Prints (yes, prints) — Studies have shown that kids (and adults) have increased self-esteem and self-worth when they see photos of loved ones hanging on the walls.
💛 Long -Term Relationships — Kids grow up fast! One day they are sticking everything into their mouths, the next they are coming up with their own jokes and stories. I love being there through every evolution of a family, from newborn to graduation.
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Today’s post is authored by Gwendolyn, a Columbus mom and music teacher who emphasizes fun in all she does. Give this one a read — it might surprise you!