photography that feels like your favorite summer memory

Michigan Summers go by way too fast — mornings on the porch, cousins running wild, sandy feet at bedtime, and long dinners under string lights. Whether you're here for a week or the whole season, these photo sessions are designed to fit effortlessly into your summer rhythm.

I’ve crafted three all-inclusive options that keep things simple, meaningful, and beautiful, just like your time at the cottage.

Summer booking calendar officially opens June 1

Want $100 off and first dibs before I open to the public?

THE QUICK DIP

Short & sweet. Perfectly splashy.

Looking for something low-key and lovely? This 30-minute session is ideal for smaller families (up to 5 people) who want beautiful, heartfelt images without a big production. Whether it’s on the dock, by the woods, or barefoot in the yard, we’ll capture the joy of summer in a blink.

This is the “we’ve got 30 minutes between tubing and ice cream” session — and that’s all we need to make magic.

Best for:
– Holiday card photos
– Annual family updates
– Little ones with short attention spans

What’s included:
✓ 30 minutes of photography
✓ Up to 5 people
✓ 10 hand-edited, high-resolution digital images
✓ Option to upgrade to full gallery

$600

THE LAZY MORNING

Because some stories unfold best over coffee.

There’s something special about slow mornings at the cottage — unmade beds, pancakes on the griddle, sleepy smiles, and sandy feet from yesterday. This hour-long, documentary-style session captures your real life at the lake, beautifully and honestly.

Wake up. Be yourselves. I’ll handle the rest.

No posing. No pressure. Just your people, your place, and a story worth remembering.

Best for:
– Families who love storytelling
– Those staying in a beloved summer cottage
– Parents who want real-life images, not just portraits

What’s included:
✓ ~1 hour of photography
✓ Up to 8 people
✓ Full gallery of 45 high-resolution images
✓ Candid, documentary-style coverage
✓ Captured at your cottage (inside & out)

$850

THE FULL STORY

Everyone’s together — let’s make it count.

Whether it’s your annual family reunion or the one weekend everyone’s at the lake, this extended session is built for big love and big groups. We’ll cover the full family portrait, each smaller unit, grandparents with grandkids, cousin chaos, and everything in between — all in a fun, relaxed, and organized way.

Best for:
– Multi-generational families (up to 15 people)
– Celebrating a milestone or reunion
– Getting it all in one session

What’s included:
✓ Pre-session consultation
✓ Online styling service
✓ Session Prep Guide
✓ 60–90 minutes of photography
✓ Up to 15 people
✓ Full gallery of 75+ high-resolution images
✓ Group shots + family breakdowns

$1150

HOW IT WORKS

A $250 deposit and signed contract are due at booking. The balance is due 24 hours before your session time.

Sessions take place in Northern Michigan within 25 miles of Torch Lake. Travel to other areas is available for a fee.

10% of the proceeds from every Summer Session will be donated to the Todd Collins Keep Torch Blue Fund

We have limited availability in July + August 2025. Contact Elisse for current availability.