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Celebrate the Magic of Being Little

Celebrate the Magic
of Being Little

Ah, childhood. The belly laughs, the endless curiosity, and those “you can’t make this up” outfit choices (rain boots and a tutu, anyone?). It’s a time of pure magic—messy, joyful, and totally unique to them. So let’s hit pause on the chaos of everyday life and capture your kiddo in all their wonderfully wild glory.

And here’s the best part: no stress, no perfection required. This isn’t another thing to check off your never-ending to-do list. It’s fun. It’s easy. It’s so them.



Let Their Imagination Run Wild

At realKIDS sessions, we hand over the creative reins. Superman cape and underwear? Bring it. A sparkly princess dress paired with last Halloween’s vampire cape? Absolutely. Bathrobe and Mom’s heels? Chef’s kiss.

These sessions celebrate exactly who your child is right now—the quirks, the giggles, the big personalities. Let them twirl, stomp, leap, or cuddle their well-loved stuffie. Whatever lights them up, we’re here to capture it.

Why realKIDS? Because Pinterest Is Overrated.
Still sweating over perfectly coordinated outfits? Relax. Here, mismatched socks are part of the charm. Toss their favorite dress-up clothes, loveys, and “must-have” accessories in a bag, and let them dress themselves. (Bonus points if it looks like a fashion explosion—it’s their style, their story!)

Big Feelings? Bring Them On.
Here’s the truth: kids are beautifully unpredictable. Maybe they’re full of giggles, maybe they’re in serious superhero mode, or maybe today’s vibe is a little more “NOPE.” That’s okay! With 15 years of kid-wrangling experience (and a few tricks up my sleeve), we’ll turn whatever they bring into pure photo magic. Silly faces, snacks, and all the patience? Yep, we’ve got it covered.

What If They Don’t Sit Still?
Spoiler: They won’t. And that’s the point. These sessions are about movement, laughter, and catching your kiddo in their element. Whether they’re jumping, spinning, or quietly hugging their lovey, we’re here for all the real, unfiltered moments.


Why realKIDS?
Because Pinterest Is Overrated.

Still sweating over perfectly coordinated outfits? Relax. Here, mismatched socks are part of the charm. Toss their favorite dress-up clothes, loveys, and “must-have” accessories in a bag, and let them dress themselves. (Bonus points if it looks like a fashion explosion—it’s their style, their story!)

Big Feelings? Bring Them On.
Here’s the truth: kids are beautifully unpredictable. Maybe they’re full of giggles, maybe they’re in serious superhero mode, or maybe today’s vibe is a little more “NOPE.” That’s okay! With 15 years of kid-wrangling experience (and a few tricks up my sleeve), we’ll turn whatever they bring into pure photo magic. Silly faces, snacks, and all the patience? Yep, we’ve got it covered.

What If They Don’t Sit Still?
Spoiler: They won’t. And that’s the point. These sessions are about movement, laughter, and catching your kiddo in their element. Whether they’re jumping, spinning, or quietly hugging their lovey, we’re here for all the real, unfiltered moments.


Real Moments. Real Memories.

Years from now, you won’t just see a photo—you’ll feel the moment. The giggles over a silly joke, the pure joy of twirling in a cape, and yes, that ridiculous hat phase. These aren’t just pictures; they’re your child’s story told through their favorite things and biggest smiles.

So, what’s in their magic bag? Capes, tutus, mismatched shoes—whatever makes them them. Let’s make some joyful chaos together.

real

KIDS

Limited edition series

February 8th

One day only

30 minute sessions
Best for children ages 3-8

Review the 
Artwork Guide here

Ready to capture the magic of this stage?

Click below to book your session, and let’s create something unforgettably real.