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Northern Virginia Fine Art School Portraits

Timeless images that capture a child’s unique personality, benefit schools, and provide artistic quality at school portrait prices

WHAT IS FINE ART SCHOOL PHOTOGRAPHY?

Do school photos have to have busy blue backgrounds with deer-in-the-headlights lighting? Instead, what if you could have something that celebrated their milestones, yet was timeless, classic, and beautiful? If you are paying a professional photographer for your child’s images, wouldn’t you want photos worthy of displaying on your walls?

Our boutique fine art school photography provides a kind and encouraging environment that allows children to relax and be themselves. Photos are taken against a black or grey backdrop with flattering lighting.

Moreover, there is no cost to the school, and parents pay nothing up front. Families receive online galleries with different options to order. They can choose which image or images to order, instead of one image selected by the photographer.

A PERSONALIZED EXPERIENCE

I am a mom and the photographer behind my business name. So, I take great pride in providing a better level of personal service than the large corporations. In addition, I love children. They are my favorite subject to photograph. I think they can tell I like them too. They deserve an experience where they can relax, be themselves, and stand in front of a photographer who is smiling at them.

BENEFITS TO YOUR SCHOOL

I work with schools personally to provide you with custom services to fit your unique needs.
In order to simplify the experience for school staff, I also handle all questions from parents and all payments.
I provide all equipment during your picture day.
I photograph staff for your website and provide a complimentary class print for them.
I am licensed and insured.

We loved working with you Robin! The process you use for taking school photographs really captures the children’s personality and almost guarantee a great shot of every student. You also made it super easy for us in the school administration – you have so many details covered that typically could have been missed. We loved having you this Spring and are excited to work with you again in the Fall!

Abby McMillan

Harrison Street Academy, Leesburg, Va

FAQ

What ages do you photograph?

I specialize in preschool photography.

Do you take class photos?

Yes! Depending on your class structure, I can take group photos or create composites.

Will the photography take a long time?

Young children have short attention spans, and I understand you will not want to cut into education time. I do take a bit longer than the few seconds most school photographers take, but generally not longer than 1-2 minutes per child. I work hard to be a calm and encouraging presence, and that takes a little more time. But I believe those few extra seconds will show, and your parents will be thrilled with the results.

How many images will be available to choose from?

I present parents with an online gallery of a variety of images, generally 2 to 5, in both color and black-and-white. Some children will be a little more reserved, while others will show a variety of expressions, so some children’s galleries may have more images.

collage of girl portraits in both color and black and white

Will parents receive order forms?

To keep things simple and environmentally friendly, I handle all orders online. Your school will have a private, custom website page that explains the entire process step by step for your parents. I also receive all payments online so that schools are not handling order forms and checks. I keep things as streamlined and simple as possible for my schools.

How much does it cost?

My rates are competitive with large chains and administrators receive a price list before signing up. I do not require payment up front before picture day. Parents will have the option of purchasing a variety of prints and/or digital images. I will never pressure parents to make a purchase, but your families will be so grateful to have multiple images to choose from, the ability to choose all their options after the images are presented to them, and a classic look and quality that they don’t usually expect from “school photos“.

Dear Robin and team, THANK YOU SO MUCH!! The photos are absolutely beautiful and you did a magnificent job capturing little personalities with so much love and care. We will cherish your work forever.

Sarah Beth Wood, Arlington VA

What areas do you serve?

I photograph schools in Loudoun, Fairfax, Arlington, and Prince William Counties. I will occasionally travel outside these counties for a small fee.

How do I start?

Administrators, please click the button below to fill out the inquiry form. I’d certainly love to answer any questions you have.

Parents, if you are interested in boutique fine art photography at your child’s school, please share this page with your school administrator.

Thank you Robin! I am blown away by these school pictures!! I’ve also had numerous parents indicate how pleased they were with the photos this year. Please let me know when you are booking for next year . . . we will definitely be signing up!!

Renee Williams, BEECC, Reston, VA

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