Milestone Studio Session Retainer

Childhood is made up of fleeting moments, tiny freckles, missing front teeth, contagious giggles, growing confidence, and the unique personality that makes your child who they are.

The Milestone Studio Sessions at Appleseed Photography are designed to capture this season of life in a timeless, beautiful way. Whether you're celebrating a birthday, documenting a milestone, updating portraits, or simply wanting images that reflect your child's personality, these sessions are thoughtfully tailored to create meaningful artwork you'll treasure for years to come.

Unlike rushed school photos or quick snapshots, every child is given time to settle in, explore, play, and feel comfortable in front of the camera. My approach is relaxed, patient, and child led, allowing genuine expressions and authentic moments to unfold naturally.

A Studio That Welcomes Every Child

At Appleseed Photography, every child is welcomed exactly as they are.

As a studio experienced in working with autistic children, neurodivergent children, and children with diverse support needs, sessions are approached with patience, flexibility, and understanding. There is never pressure for a child to sit still, smile on command, make eye contact, or participate in a way that feels uncomfortable.

Every child communicates, processes, and experiences the world differently. Sessions are adapted to meet your child where they are, creating a safe and positive environment where genuine moments can unfold naturally.

Parents are encouraged to share any sensory preferences, communication styles, mobility considerations, or support needs before the session so we can create an experience that feels comfortable and successful for everyone involved.

Whether your child is energetic, shy, sensory-seeking, sensory-sensitive, non-speaking, or simply needs extra time to warm up, they are welcome here.

Booking Your Session

A $250 non refundable retainer is required to reserve your session date and is applied toward your selected package total.

The remaining balance is due on or before your session date.

Package Options

Petite Session

$495

Perfect for milestone updates, birthday portraits, or capturing a beautiful collection of images of your child.

Includes:

• Up to 30 Minute Studio Session
• One Outfit
• One Setup or Background
• 10 Professionally Edited Digital Images
• Online Proofing Gallery
• Option to Purchase Additional Images

Signature Session

$795

Our most popular children's session, offering additional variety and a more complete gallery experience.

Includes:

• Up to 60 Minute Studio Session
• Two Outfit Changes
• Multiple Setups or Backgrounds
• 20 Professionally Edited Digital Images
• Online Proofing Gallery
• Option to Purchase Additional Images

Heirloom Session

$1,195

A fully customized portrait experience designed to celebrate your child's personality and preserve this chapter of their story.

Includes:

• Up to 90 Minute Studio Session
• Multiple Outfit Changes
• Fully Customized Styling
• Multiple Setups
• 35 Professionally Edited Digital Images
• Online Proofing Gallery
• Option to Purchase Additional Images

The Appleseed Experience

 Child Led Session Approach

Autism & Neurodiversity Friendly Studio

Experienced with Diverse Support Needs

Flexible, Sensory Aware Environment

No Pressure for Eye Contact, Smiling, or Traditional Posing

Studio Styling Guidance

 Multiple Backdrop and Setup Options

Professional Hand Editing of All Final Images

Private Studio Experience

Parent Collaboration Encouraged

Every Child Celebrated Exactly As They Are

These sessions are designed for children ages 1 year and older and can be used for milestone portraits, birthday sessions, sibling portraits, updated annual portraits, personality sessions, and more.

Because every child deserves to be seen, celebrated, and remembered exactly as they are.

All Milestone Sessions can include siblings!

Please email: [email protected] to chat about your session!