Family · Maternity · Pets

Portraits for
The Colony.

Your people. Their character. Artwork that feels like home.

Portrait sessions in our McKinney, Texas, studio.

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A father lifting his smiling daughter in a white dress — Family portrait portfolio selection

Maternity portrait with a flowing navy gown against a green backdrop — Maternity portraits

A woman kissing her small terrier as they lean over a leather sofa — Pet portraits

From The Colony to our studio

Choose a mood that feels personal

The Colony reaches from Grandscape to Lewisville Lake's eastern shore, with Stewart Creek Park among its local landmarks. The contrast is part of the city's setting. For a portrait, you can choose your own balance of energy and stillness through the work you select as a reference.

When planning from The Colony, share a few photographs that feel close to your idea for family, maternity, or pets. Explain the mood you like and who will be part of the image. We can use those preferences to discuss styling for your McKinney studio visit and the artwork you might create afterward.

Put the feeling into words

Describe whether your references feel quiet, expressive, flowing, or composed, then tell us what makes that feeling right for your portrait.

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Portrait photography for The Colony

Every chapter.
Everyone you love.

Find the photographs that feel like you. We will shape the studio experience around the people and companions in your story.

Family portraits for The Colony

Your people, together.

Think about a portrait everyone will see at home, or an album that gives each relationship its own place.

From a parent and child to the generations you want in one frame, we begin with who belongs in your portrait. Share the groupings that matter to you, then we can plan the clothing, positioning, and details together.

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Family seated together against a warm copper backdrop — Family portrait concept

Parents and their daughter in western clothing against a charcoal studio backdrop — Family portrait concept

A father seated with his two daughters in matching rose-colored dresses — Family portrait portfolio selection

Start with a palette.

Lay your outfits together and look at the colors as a group. Solid colors and subtle textures keep attention on faces. Think about the room where your artwork might live, too.

Can we include several generations?

Tell us who you would like in the portrait, including the number of adults and children. That helps us plan the groupings, styling, and space around your family.

Maternity portraits for The Colony

A chapter worth keeping.

A single portrait can hold the moment. An album can keep the quieter connections alongside it.

Flowing fabric, a quiet expression, or a portrait with the people sharing this chapter. Bring the photographs and shapes you love to the planning conversation. We will talk about timing, comfort, the gown collection, and any personal pieces you want to include.

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Expectant parents embracing in a blue gown and dark suit — Maternity portfolio selection

Maternity portrait with copper fabric and a gold headpiece — Maternity portfolio selection

Maternity portrait in an olive ruffled gown — Maternity portfolio selection

Plan your timing together.

Reach out with the timing you have in mind and any comfort considerations you would like us to know. We’ll discuss available dates and shape a plan around you.

When should I plan my maternity portrait?

Get in touch while you are planning this chapter. We’ll discuss your timing, comfort, and the portraits you have in mind, then look at studio availability together.

Pet portraits for The Colony

All of their character.

A favorite expression can become a wall portrait or a smaller piece that keeps their personality close every day.

Tell us about the companion you know so well: their energy, what holds their attention, and anything that makes a new space unfamiliar. We will discuss the plan for a portrait of your pet alone or together with their people.

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Two dogs sitting together in a warm studio portrait — Pet portfolio selection

A brindle dog wearing a jeweled crown against a charcoal backdrop — Pet portfolio selection

A German shepherd in a dramatic studio portrait — Pet portfolio selection

Bring the familiar.

Pack your pet’s usual lead or carrier and a favorite toy or suitable treat. Familiar items can help us connect with their attention and personality.

What should I bring for my pet?

Bring their usual lead or carrier and a few familiar favorites, such as an appropriate treat or toy. Tell us about any sensitivities or needs before your visit so we can plan with you.

The portrait is the beginning

A place in your life.

Bring a photograph of a wall or the approximate dimensions of a space you love. At your projected reveal, we can consider the portraits together and explore how they will live with you.

Illustrative framed family portrait above a walnut console in a room — Wall art
One portrait or a collection, considered for your room.

Illustrative Allure album in its presentation box with a portrait inside the lid — Allure albums
A portrait story to revisit in a matching presentation box.

Illustrative window image box with a clear lid and loose matted pet portraits — Window image boxes
Matted portraits to keep together and enjoy individually.

Your portrait session · $500

A styled studio session, professional direction, and an in-person projected reveal of your portraits.

Artwork is purchased separately at your reveal. Most clients invest $1,200 to $2,500 in artwork. No minimum order. Choose what you love at your reveal.

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The portrait lounge and camera space in the McKinney studio

Your Texas studio

We will meet you in McKinney.

8430 W University Dr. #209
McKinney, TX 75071

Visits are by appointment. Share any access needs or arrival questions with the studio before your visit.

(214) 833-0611

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Planning your portrait from The Colony

Where do The Colony portrait sessions take place?

Your portrait session takes place in our McKinney studio at 8430 W University Dr. #209, McKinney, TX 75071. We serve The Colony from that location. Visits and sessions are by appointment.

Can I bring my family and my pet?

Tell us who you want in the photographs, including the people and pets, when you inquire. We will discuss groupings, styling, and your pet’s needs before confirming the session plan.

What is included in the session fee?

Your portrait session · $500. A styled studio session, professional direction, and an in-person projected reveal of your portraits. Artwork is purchased separately at your reveal. Most clients invest $1,200 to $2,500 in artwork. No minimum order. Choose what you love at your reveal.

How do I start planning?

Choose family, maternity, or pets below and send your ideas to our McKinney studio. An inquiry begins the conversation. The team will discuss availability, answer your questions, and explain how to reserve a date.

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Let’s begin with you.

Tell us who you love, what you want to remember, and the artwork you have in mind.

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Portraits forThe Colony.