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Intentional & Refined Imagery for Those Who Value Genuine Moments

Seattle, Washington

Seattle family Photographer

I remember the day my mother disappeared from our photos... 

When organizing my own family photos I made this shocking discovery. I noticed my mother was barely in any photos with me. You could see the progression of my life - my first birthday, the first day of school - but where was my mom? I wish I could have seen her through the years alongside me, watching her grow as a mother. I know she wishes for that too.

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Since that moment, I’ve made it my mission to document the unconditional and unwavering love in all families especially focusing on the love parents give their children. As a parent, we are the first ones to take care of everyone else and let others shine. But you deserve to be present in your child’s memories. You and your child will be so grateful to have those moments together.

As your family photographer in Seattle, I promise to create images that genuinely showcase your love and preserve your legacy for you and your family to enjoy now and for future generations.



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We were so thrilled with our family photos from Shaunae! Heart exploding! She truly captured our three little ones, their sass, and their adorable personalities. We are very grateful for Shaunae's talents and these beautiful photos.

— McMillian Family

Shaunae is truly a master of her craft! Our family photos by her are everything I hoped for and more. Her coloring is beautiful & timeless, and her attention to beautiful detail between moments of toddler chaos has created photos that bring me to tears.

— Price Family

She was wonderful with our two year old who isn’t a fan of pictures, and gave great direction. There was such a perfect mix between her candidly capturing our family, and some more “posed” photos. We will treasure this gallery forever and I can’t WAIT to get these photos on our wall!

— Hicks Family

During their family photoshoot, Jessica told me their three year old, Charlotte, was super shy. “I’m not expecting a lot of smiles from her today,” she said. I got down to little Charlotte's level and said, “That’s okay, however you show up today is perfect for me.” Instead of strict poses, I gave the family prompts that allowed them to have fun and be themselves. Ten minutes into the session, Charlotte was not only smiling but laughing too.

 Family photography is about letting your children be themselves and perfectly capturing their personalities at this moment in time. It’s about showcasing the love and joy that makes each family so unique.

 My goal as your family photographer is to allow children to be their perfect selves and give you photos that feel like you. We will create images that you’ll love now and cherish for years to come. 



A smile slowly appeared across her face...

Complimentary Consultation  

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Schedule Your Session

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Once the contract has been signed, it’s time to plan your session.

Special Delivery

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I'll send over my exclusive Family Guide to help and inspire you. During this process, I will be available to answer any questions too.

Prep and Planning

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I'll help you with location choices, share best tips to prepare, and even offer outfit styling complete with options you can wear from my Client Closet.

Photo Session Day

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It's time to be present with your family and enjoy the moments.

In Your Hands

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After receiving a few previews within 48 hours, you'll receive your full gallery within four weeks. Then we can start designing a beautiful Heirloom Album for you to enjoy now and for generations to come.

After sharing your story, we'll schedule a phone call where I can learn more and perfectly craft a session just for you.

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Love & Expert Care In Every Session

Your experience matters just as much as your photos. Once your session is booked, I’ll send over my exclusive Prep Guide and help you prepare each step of the way. Together, we’ll create a session that feels comfortable, meaningful, and beautifully planned.

Studio Sessions are Available

My Capitol Hill studio is filled with soft, natural light and is perfect for timeless images. It’s ideal if you prefer to avoid changes in weather, want a controlled environment, want to avoid prepping your home, and love clean, light-filled photos. 


Client Closet

I offer a complimentary Client Closet with beautifully curated dresses and children’s pieces in a variety of sizes and styles. You can schedule a try-on or I can bring options to your session. Every piece is chosen to help you feel confident, comfortable, and effortlessly beautiful on camera.

LOVE AND EXPERT CARE

Shaunae is thorough, professional, and extremely kind. She was extremely easy to communicate with and our photos turned out amazing. Not to mention she had the photos back to us within the next few days!

— Kohlbeck Family

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I provide a full service experience perfectly tailored to the needs of my families to give them the very best. Your personalized family photography coverage comes with all my love, care, and expertise to make this process intentional and enjoyable. Full Portrait Sessions begin at $1050.


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 Office Hours: Monday - Thursday 9am-5pm PST 
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