I'm not the same person I was a decade ago and neither are you. The new diploma, the new house, the new job, the birthday with the 3 in front of it (or 4 or 5 or 6+), that baby bump or the adoption, the 10 fingers and toes or the furry friend; wherever you are in your life, your future self will thank you for documenting the now, right now.
They say don't blink or life will happen before your eyes
Life’s an adventure worth documenting.
Drop me a line and let’s chat! Based on your vision I’ll provide recommendations to get the most out of our time together. This includes guidance on what to wear, assistance picking a location and details of what to expect during the session.
Before your session
Step one
My sessions are lifestyle focused but always start with our must-have “say cheese” photos. After we get those out of the way everyone starts to loosen up and that’s when the real magic happens. We’ll play games and I’ll prompt you with different scenarios to help bring out movement and laughter! I want you to have images that embody what life is like for you and your family right now.
during your session
Step two
after your session
I’ll curate your gallery to tell a story of our time together. You’ll receive your gallery within 5 weeks of your session through a private online gallery. I encourage you to share and most importantly, print your photos! Your future self will thank you!
Step three
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For those looking for a little extra.
Collection II
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This session is perfect for couples, families of all ages and stages, Proposals, engagements, anniversaries, maternity, personal branding or just because!
Collection I -
most popular!
Family, Couples & Branding
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- Most booked collection!
- This session lasts approximately 1 hour and will include both guided poses as well as tons of candid, natural moments
- Perfect for proposals, engagement sessions, maternity, family and personal branding
- 1 location within 45 minutes of Ellicott City, Maryland
- Washington D.C. & NoVa locations add $100
- Up to 2 outfits
- Ideal for couples or up to 6 people in the same immediate family
- You'll receive ~75+ artistically edited images
- Includes a personal photo release; branding photos will require and additional investment for a commercial release. The price depends on how the images will be used.
Weekday Session -$750
Weekend Session - $850
collection I
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- This collection is perfect for those who need a little extra time or want more documentary photos
- Great for extended families
- May include up to 2 locations within 10 minutes of each other
- Up to 2 outfits
- Travel included for locations within 45 minutes from Ellicott City.
- Washington, D.C. and NoVa locations add $100
- Ideal for up to 10 participants within the same family
- ~100+ edited images
Weekday Session - $900
Weekend Session - $1000
collection III
Click here to Learn more about the differences between an in-home shoot and a studio newborn shoot
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Studio sessions focus on custom designed & stylized posed portraits.
Studio Newborn
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Lifestyle sessions are meant to capture what life is like for you right now while you soak up all the newborn snuggles!
Lifestyle Newborn
Maternity & Newborn
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From bump to baby!
Maternity & Newborn Bundle
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This is the session for me!
- Lifestyle sessions take place in your home and are meant to capture what life is like for you right now while you soak up all the newborn snuggles!
- These photos are less posed and focus on natural connections and moments.
- Perfect for if you want to include your pets!
- Sessions last about 1.5 hours
- Storytelling gallery includes ~50-75 edited digital images
- Travel included within ~45 minutes of Ellicott City, MD
- Print release included
Weekday Session - $750
Weekend Session - $850
Lifestyle Newborn
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- These sessions take place in my studio in Historic Ellicott City, Maryland.
- The focus is to create stylized, posed portraits.
- I offer both a traditional backdrop-set and a home-set
- Includes the use of my collection of backdrops, wraps, and props
- Immediate family only up to 5 people
- Sessions last approximately 2 -3 hours
- Includes ~30 edited digital images
- Print release included
- Unfortunately no pets in the studio
Weekday session - $900
Weekend Session - $1000
Studio Newborn
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- 1 hour maternity session at the location of your choice ($750 a la carte)
- Maternity session produces approximately 50+ artistically edited images
- Your pick of a lifestyle ($750/$850) or studio newborn session ($900/$1000)
- Immediate family only up to 5 people
- Print release included
$200 off
when you book your maternity & newborn photos at the same time
Maternity & Newborn Bundle
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$225 is required to book, with the remainder due closer to your session for collections 2 & 3. Sessions are limited to 6 participants including pets. If you have more than 6 people/fur-friends who would like to join, please book 2 back-to-back slots. These sessions are not ideal for newborn sessions. In the event of rain, a rain date will be set. If you cannot make the rain date you will be provided a credit to Brittany Dunbar Photography to use for a future session.
*Admission fee required for Greenhouse sessions
There are 3 collections offered: *
1. $225: 5 professionally edited digital images (photographer's choice)
2. $325: 15 professionally edited digital images (you select your favorites from the full gallery)
3. $425: Full gallery which includes approximately 30-40 professionally edited digital images
Mood: Cozy, nostalgic, Christmas
When: December 3, 2022
Where: My studio in Ellicott City, Maryland
Theme: Winter
Mood: Fall, pumpkins, bold foliage
When: November 5 & November 20, 2022
Where: Howard County, Maryland
Theme: Autumn
Mood: Adventure, nature, water
When: July 22, 2022
Where: Ellicott City, Maryland
Theme: Summer
Mood: Jungle & desert meet; plants galore
When: June 25, 2022
Where: Baltimore, Maryland
Theme: Greenhouse
pick your adventure
Mini sessions are a perfect opportunity to sample my style and are offered on specific dates, times and locations. These sell out each year so be sure to sign up early!
They’re are a great opportunity for updating your family pictures, celebrating your love (whether you're newly engaged or been married 30 years), celebrating a milestone birthday, getting your girlfriends together for some fun, announcing a pregnancy, showing off a baby bump, playing with your pups or pretty much anything in life you'd like to celebrate, big or small!
2022 Mini Sessions
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- We'll spend about 30 minutes together at 1 location (select locations only).
- Max of 6 people due to the short nature of this session. 1 outfit.
- 20 edited images with the ability to purchase more
$500
collection I
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- This session lasts approximately 1 hour and will include both guided poses as well as tons of candid, natural moments (& so much fun and silliness!)
- 1 location within 30 minutes of Ellicott City
- Up to 2 outfits.
- Ideal for up to 6 people in the same family.
- Beyond 6, add $25 for each additional person.
- ~50 edited images
$700
collection II
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- We'll spend around 90 minutes together capturing what you do best: life. Maybe it's snuggling with your love on the couch on Friday night with take-out, baking cookies with grandma, a trip to the petting zoo, jumping in mud puddles or your Saturday morning routine with the kids. I'll be a fly on the wall to freeze time for your raw everyday moments.
- May include up to 2 locations within 10 minutes of each other
- Up to 2 outfits.
- Travel included for locations within 45 minutes from Ellicott City
- Ideal for up to 10 participants
- Beyond 10, add $25 for each additional person.
- ~100 edited images
$900
collection III
"Brittany was such a pleasure to work with for our family's pictures! She offered great suggestions on locations and was so sweet to our toddlers (1 and 3.5 years old)! There were quite a few times that the kiddos weren't cooperating and Brittany didn't miss a beat! She had them smiling, giggling and captured some wonderful family moments! I plan to continue to have Brittany capture our family in photos for years to come!" - Becky
Portrait FAQs
Ahead of your session I’ll provide you a guide that includes tips on what to wear along with a curated board of recommended pieces. When in doubt, Earth tones & neutrals are a great choice.
There are so many wonderful locations to choose from! I’ll send you a recommended locations guide for you to select the one that speaks to you the most.
Outdoor sessions are scheduled about an hour prior to sunset. Weekdays are recommended due to locations being less crowded. Indoor sessions most commonly take place in the morning.
Don’t worry, I’ve got you! I’ll guide you through the entire session and I promise you’ll leave with a smile on your face!
I love the energy that kids bring! I’m well versed in working with children and will work some magic to get them engaged in a fun way. My biggest tip is to let them lead and embrace the candid moments.
Absolutely! Be sure to print your photos, too!
I offer seasonal mini sessions on select dates at select locations. These fill up fast so join my email list if you’d like to be notified when the dates are released!
For family & couples, my weekend dates book up first so you’ll want to schedule anywhere between 2-4 months out to guarantee a weekend date. Fall is the busiest season and I recommend booking by June or July for a prime October or November date.
For newborns, I recommend booking as soon as you hit your second trimester. I'll hold your due date on my calendar then we'll finalize the date and time as soon as baby arrives. Maternity sessions are recommended to occur before 34 weeks.
The more, the merrier! You both book individually but will receive a discount if you book for the same day, time and location.
