Documentary Family, Newborn & Maternity Photography for Sandpoint & Coeur d’ Alene, Idaho

Tender, intimate, and soulful photographs that tell your family’s unique story.

Documentary family photographer in Sandpoint, Idaho — everyday family moment

there’s poetry in ordinary days…

documentary family photo in Sandpoint, Idaho

and beauty in the well worn moments of your life together.

because every day they are growing up, right before your eyes. you can’t see it when you’re elbow deep in a sink full of dishes and someone just peed their pants again. but it’s happening, and someday your older, wiser self will look back and think, wow those were the good old days. dirty dishes, and peed pants and all. they were little, I was there, we tucked them into bed every night and it wasn’t easy but it mattered. and you’ll be glad you have evidence of it. you’ll be glad you have a story to tell.

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nostalgic, soulful, & timeless family photographs for Sandpoint, Coeur d’Alene, and surrounding areas.

photographs to bring presence, to remind you to notice the little things, to help you see the beauty of your life as you are living it, and to celebrate your story as a mother and as a family.

in home family photography session in Sandpoint, Idaho
in home family photography session in Sandpoint, Idaho
family photo session in Sandpoint, Idaho
family photo session in Sandpoint, Idaho

“I highly recommend Olivia, especially if you are a fan of finding joy and beauty in the ordinary and imperfect moments.”

-Lindsay T.

“magic”

-Katie S.

“She captured the tiniest little moments of love and emotion during this special time with our newborn.”

“I would 100% recommend Olivia to my friends and I can't wait to contact her for our next family photo session. Her photos are gorgeous and she is a pleasure to work with.”

-Erika

A black-and-white photo of four children on a sofa, two with their heads upside down, one lying on her back with feet up, and a young boy sitting up, looking at the camera with a serious expression. There are pillows and a blanket on the sofa, and a
Black and white close-up of a person's face with glasses, partially obscured and out of focus, with a blurred background.
Three young girls laughing and playing together outside, holding hands, in a park with blurred trees in the background.
A black-and-white photograph of a young man and woman sharing a kiss outdoors. The man has short dark hair and is wearing a light-colored shirt, while the woman has long, wavy hair and is wearing a patterned dress. They are sitting on the ground amid
Lake pend oreille- documentary family photography session at the beach in Sandpoint, Idaho
Close-up of a person's tattooed hand gripping another person's arm in black and white.
A black and white close-up of a sleeping baby lying on a soft surface, with a hand resting gently near their face.
Black and white photo of a young girl with shoulder-length hair standing outdoors, with a neutral expression. Three people are blurred in the background.
Three young girls lying on a patterned carpet, smiling and looking up at the camera. The girl on the left has brown hair and is wearing a white shirt with blue overalls, the girl in the middle has dark hair and is wearing a black floral dress, and th
A woman and two children sitting on a park bench, sharing a kiss. One girl is sitting next to them, resting her head on her hand. The scene is outdoors with trees in the background.
A black and white photo of a happy family outdoors, with children sitting on parents' shoulders, smiling and enjoying a moment together.
Three children sitting on a bench outdoors in a black and white photo. The children are close together, with the girl on the right smiling, the girl on the left leaning in, and the boy in the middle looking at the camera. There is a soccer ball in fr
A person wearing a baseball cap and a light-colored shirt is climbing an indoor rock wall with various holds. The image is in black and white.
A woman breastfeeding a baby on a sofa, with a blanket draped over her lap, in black and white.
A woman lying on her back with a baby sleeping on her chest. The woman has red hair and is looking up, while the baby is wrapped in a beige and brown knitted blanket.
A black-and-white photo of a young man relaxing in a bathtub with closed eyes, with a dark wall and a window with candles or small lights in the background.
Close-up black and white photo of a woman resting her head on a young child's shoulder, both with closed eyes, tender expression, and lying on a surface with lace fabric.
A group of children and a woman sitting on a wooden bench outside near a window decorated with Halloween drawings, smiling and talking.
A person lying on a couch with a baby close to their chest, inside a living room with shelves and a window.
Three children playing outdoors near a lake in fall, holding a green stuffed animal, with one child in a red sweater and two in blue and camouflage hoodies.
Two young children, a girl and a boy, sitting close together and reading a comic book in black and white. The girl has curly hair and is leaning toward the boy, who is wearing patterned pajamas with cartoon characters.
A black-and-white photo of a woman with dark hair relaxing in a bathtub, looking up with a calm expression.
family photography for Sandpoint and Coeur d' Alene, Idaho.
A black and white photo of a group of children sitting closely together, with an adult woman smiling in the background.
A black-and-white photo of a man with a shaved head and checkered shirt sitting on a bench next to a young woman lying on the same bench. The woman is lying on her side with her head resting on her hand, looking at the camera, smiling. The background
Close-up of a person's hand resting on a hospital bed covered with a sheet, indicating a hospital or medical setting.
Black and white photo of a young girl in traditional attire, wearing a lace dress and a necklace, with outdoor blurred background.
A woman with dark hair and a young girl with light hair are sitting outdoors among flowers. The woman is smiling and leaning close to the girl, who has her eyes closed.
A black and white photo of two women hugging, one with dark hair and the other with light hair, showing an emotional embrace.
A woman lying in a bathtub with her hands on her chest, with water on her legs, and lightly closed eyes, in a black-and-white photo with low lighting.

Maternity Session

The waiting time- excitement, anticipation, wonder, and ever tightening pants…

It’s not just about celebrating your gorgeous belly, it’s about celebrating who you are becoming in this wild, ephemeral, and extraordinary time. Together we create art that pays homage to the journey.

A woman with long hair embraces a man. The woman's face is visible, showing a gentle smile, and she is looking into the camera. The woman's arm and hand rest on the man's back. The woman is wearing a lace dress with a cut-out shoulder design. The man, whose face is not shown, has a tattoo on his forearm. The image is in black and white.

Family- Long Form Session

Unposed, unpredictable, untamed. Documenting the days you will always want to remember.

Maybe it’s a morning at your favorite beach, baking cookies or prepping dinner with your kids, your regular stroll around the block…

maybe it’s bedtime when you snuggle up and read books, maybe you’re just on your comfortable old couch tickling each other…

Your photos, your family, your way, we work together to make something truly unique and full of your family’s vibe.

A black and white photo of a person lying down, with a hand touching their neck, focusing on their face and upper body.

Newborn Documentary Session

That soft downy hair, those teeny tiny toes, and the magical gaze of your newborn will be gone so fast, you will cherish these photographs forever.

A documentary photography session that I do in the comfort of your home. You lounge in bed and snuggle your new baby, I capture all the incredible newness and beauty.

all sessions flat fee of $375

include full access to a high resolution digital gallery of your photographs

a complimentary slide show

and five fine art, loose leaf prints. .

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