San Diego In-Home Family Photographer
2026 Session Pricing & Details
Maternity, Newborn, & Family
Sessions take place in the comfort of your home, where your family naturally feels most relaxed. Together, we'll document the everyday moments that matter most - reading together, baking cookies, building forts, playing games, or simply enjoying time together - creating genuine, heartfelt photographs that tell your family's story.
Babies and young children set the pace, so sessions may include breaks for feedings, diaper changes, snacks, or cuddles. Most sessions last about an hour, but we'll follow your family's rhythm, so your session may be a little shorter or longer depending on your children's needs.
Session Fee:
- $250
The session fee reserves your date and includes the photographer's time and talent, careful editing of your images, and a private online gallery featuring approximately 40 beautifully edited photographs for you to view and choose from.
Digital images, prints, albums, and wall art are purchased separately through your collection. This allows you to choose only the images and artwork you truly love after seeing your gallery, rather than committing to a package before your session.
Photography Bundles
Some of life's biggest changes happen within a single year. Bundle sessions to preserve those milestones while benefiting from a reduced session fee. Book two sessions for $450 or three sessions for $675.
Popular bundle options include:
• Maternity + Newborn
• Baby's First Year
• Seasonal Family Sessions
Bundle discounts are applied to the final session fee.
Collections:
You'll never have to choose your images before you've seen them. After your session, you'll have time to enjoy your gallery and select the collection that feels right for your family.
Collections range from $600 to $1,000 and vary based on the number of digital images included.
Every collection also includes a print credit to use toward heirloom quality albums, wall art, prints, and other professionally crafted products from my store.
Most families invest between $850 and $1,600 for their complete photography experience, depending on the collection they choose.
Book a Session
Step 1
Schedule a brief phone call by clicking on the button below so that we can discuss your needs and make sure I'm the perfect fit for you. I'll also guide you through my process and address any questions you may have.
Step 2
Reserve your session date and time by paying the nonrefundable $250 session fee and signing the session contract. Afterward, I'll send you helpful prep guides to make sure you're ready for a seamless, enjoyable session!
Step 3
Have an amazing session! We’ll have fun, and I’ll guide you every step of the way. Sessions typically last about an hour, but we'll follow your family's pace. Before your session, I'll share simple tips to help your home feel relaxed and photo ready.
Step 4
Watch your session slide show and fall in love with all of your beautiful images! Choose the collection that best suits your needs. Prices start at $600. Then, download your digital images and use your print credit to order stunning wall art!
Let's Connect
I'd love to learn more about your family and answer any questions you have.
Testimonials
Memories That Last a Lifetime
"Karen is amazingly wonderful and comfortable to work with. The photos came out beautifully thanks to her gentle direction and creative eye. We have memories for a lifetime for our family now, moments that we wouldn’t have captured otherwise. Highly recommend Doughman photography for your family’s photos."
Susan O.
Testimonials
Relaxing Family Photos, Even with Toddlers
"Karen was so kind and created a relaxing environment for our in-home family session even with two small toddlers. The pictures were gorgeous and truly captured our family perfectly. Highly recommend the family session!"
Jessica M.
Testimonials
Warm, Patient, and a Joy to Work With
"We had such a lovely experience with Karen — she was so warm and friendly and extremely patient with our young children. Just an overall joy to be around! She took beautiful pictures of our family, such a great keepsake for us!"
Katie N.
FAQ
How much do I have to pay to reserve my session?
A nonrefundable retainer of $250 is due at the time of booking. This fee reserves your session date and time. It covers my time preparing for and shooting your session, including any communication necessary to make your family session a success, such as emails, phone calls, or a video conference.
When is my remaining balance due?
You'll never be asked to choose your collection before seeing your images. After our session you'll receive a slideshow of your images. Once you click on that link, you'll have 24 hours to ooh and ahh over all the lovely moments we captured! Only after you view the images do you decide which package to purchase. Once that decision is made, you'll pay the remaining balance and gain access to your gallery where you'll have the ability download the number of digital images specific to your chosen package and to use your print credit.
Can I purchase only digital images?
In this age of smart phones and social media, digital images are a must! That is why every package includes a select number of fully edited high resolution images for you to share with family and friends.
What is the print credit?
Every collection includes a complimentary print credit to use toward heirloom-quality prints, wall art, albums, and other professionally crafted products. My hope is that your photographs become more than digital files—they become beautiful reminders of this season of your family's life, displayed and enjoyed every day.
Print credits are nontransferable, cannot be applied toward session fees, are not redeemable for cash, and expire 30 days after collection purchase.
Why do print credits expire?
Print credits expire 30 days after package purchase to ensure that I can fill orders in a timely manner as well as for you to take advantage of my current price list. Labs often increase their price over the course of the year and I cannot guarantee print prices past the initial 30 days.
Do I have to use the print credit?
No, you are under no obligation to use the print credit. However, I really want you to celebrate this special moment in your life by investing in wall art and other family heirlooms. These items help you to showcase the love and connection that you have for one another. I also want you to smile every time you walk into the room and see your precious memories on display and I want you to gush with pride and love when others see your beautiful wall art and ask you about these moments!
Print credits are nontransferable and expire after 30 days.
Do I have to order prints through you?
Yes. The online gallery is linked to a professional lab, which produces heirloom quality prints and products that are guaranteed to last. My monitor is calibrated to match this lab's color profile, which means you will receive accurate images with every order. The same cannot be said with consumer labs like CVS, Shutterfly, Walmart, SmugMug, or Target.
Can I upgrade my collection later?
It's easy to fall in love with all of your images - in fact, I hope that you do! If you decide you want to upgrade after purchasing the Basic or Standard package, you may do so at any time - even weeks later! Upgrading your package will also upgrade your print credit!