Portrait Photography

Family, Friends, Couples, Artists, Musician, Pets

Family portrait Half Moon Bay, CA
Portrait of child and dogs at Big River Beach, Mendocino, CA

Musicians & Artists

“We have known Joyce for many years, and the grace with which she leads you in front of the camera feels effortless and very natural – and it also creates disarmingly intimate portraits. She will put you at your ease! While at the same time capturing sharp, hidden moments again and again. Her photos are breathtaking.”



Photography Packages


All of the photography sessions include: 

  • Online proofing  of your images to share with family and friends
  • Professionally edited high resolution digital images for you to keep
  • Online store with an à la carte menu of products

Family portrait at Pt. Cabrillo Lighthouse, Mendocino

Traditional Portraits


•  $750-$900-$1200-$1600 sliding scale dependent on number of people plus other variables (number of individual photos, number of group photos, travel)

• approximately 40 minutes of photography

• one location

FPJA Award Winning Lifestyle Photography

Lifestyle Sessions


• $825-$1800 depending on location and time.

• average package $1025-$1800

• time is flexible ~2 hours just hanging out.

• 4-8x10 prints.


Family Lifestyle sessions are fun and relaxed. We’ll focus on every day moments and connections where you can just be you. And we take our time. Sessions take place at home, at an outdoor location or a combination of both.

Dr. Robin Serrahn, "What does life require of me now?"

Storytelling Through Photography


Customized Short Story Portrait Sessions

Commission a short photo essay, a visual narrative that reflects holds personal sentimental value for someone close to you.


• $2400-$4200 depending on location

•  3-4 photography sessions

— ~1.5 hours first session, up to 45 minutes following sessions

• 8" x 8" photo essay image book

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