Family & Kids Photography
Available across Bengaluru
I capture real family moments with your kids as they are, not stiff poses, using both digital and film at your home or outdoors.
Pricing Guide
Standard In-Home or Outdoor Lifestyle Session
Scope of Work
- Duration: 90 to 120 minutes of shooting time. Accommodates feeding or play breaks.
- Location: One location within Bangalore city limits. Options include client's home or outdoor spots like Cubbon Park or Lalbagh.
- Deliverables: Gallery of 35-45 fully processed, high-resolution digital images.
- Style: Strictly candid and lifestyle. No studio backdrops or stiff posing.
Equipment & Styling
- Photography Gear: Shot on Sony Alpha Series using prime lenses for background blur.
- Lighting Backup: Includes portable studio lighting setup if the home location has poor natural light.
- Wardrobe Guidance: Pre-shoot consultation via WhatsApp to coordinate color palettes.
Session Management
- Kid Management: Uses specific games to engage shy or resistant children.
- Pet Friendly: Experience managing family pets to ensure they are part of the frame.
- Patience Buffer: Time buffer included for tantrums or outfit changes.
First Birthday & Cake Smash Setup
Session Structure
- Timeline: Split into two parts: clean family/baby portraits (approx. 45 mins) and the Cake Smash segment (approx. 30-45 mins).
- Location: Strictly In-Home to ensure access to bathrooms for cleanup.
- Deliverables: 40-50 high-resolution edited digital images covering both segments.
Props & Wardrobe
- Prop Bundle: Includes setup of a small teepee tent, ONE signage, bunting banners, and fairy lights.
- Key Prop: Signature woven basket for seated portraits.
- Wardrobe Access: Use of curated outfits from client closet, including international tailored items.
- Cake Management: Cake stand and styling arrangement provided (Parents provide the actual cake for safety).
Logistics
- Clean Up: Assistance with managing the mess immediately after the smash.
- Sibling Inclusion: Older siblings encouraged to join the clean portion and assist during the smash.
- Bubble Bath: Optional post-cake tub bath shots if location allows.
Hybrid Digital & 35mm Analog Film Session
Scope of Work
- Concept: A blended session using modern digital tech for safety and vintage equipment for art.
- Cameras: Standard Sony Digital setup plus vintage FED-5 Rangefinder.
- Deliverables: 30 Digital High-Res Images and 10-15 Scanned Film Images.
The Film Aesthetic
- Film Stock: Includes cost of 1-2 rolls of B&W (Arista 400) or Color (Kodak) film.
- Processing: Includes professional development and high-res scanning fees at third-party labs.
- The Look: Images will feature natural grain, light leaks, and motion blur.
Artistic Direction
- Slower Pace: Manual film cameras require time to focus and wind, creating a mindful atmosphere.
- Double Exposures: Attempting creative in-camera double exposures where possible.
- Narrative Focus: Heavy focus on in-between moments and unposed interactions.
About Family & Kids Photography
I don’t just make you stand and smile for the camera. My thing is catching the real stuff - the messy hugs, the wild sprints, the belly laughs. For me, family photos are about telling your story, not getting everyone to look perfect.
How I Work With Kids & Families
- Expect fun and games, not stiff poses. I’m all about running around, playing “catch me if you can” with toddlers, and slipping in some goofy dance moves behind the scenes with parents to get those authentic grins.
- I don’t mind a little chaos. Some of the best photos happen when we just let kids be. I always plan for breaks so the little ones can reset - sometimes those in-between moments are gold.
- Parents, you’re part of the team! The more you get involved, the better the natural vibes we capture.
The Types of Sessions I Offer
- Candid family lifestyle photo session at your home, in a park, or even your apartment’s green patch. I can help make any spot look special.
- Milestone birthday photoshoots and cake smash photography - I’ve done tons, so I know how to make the mess fun, not stressful.
- Playful sibling portraits and emotional parent-child shots, whether you want to show off the chaos or the cuddles.
My Gear & Style
- I shoot both digital (think clean, timeless) and film. Film’s my first love - grainy, sometimes a bit blurry, but full of life.
- I help with outfit colors (promise, it’s not just white and beige!) and have props that kids actually like, from picnic baskets to custom signs for birthdays.
If you want memories that feel like you, not a magazine ad, you’re in the right place.
Meet your Expert
Svetlana Daizy
28 connects in last 3 months
My Story
Hey, I’m Svetlana. I bounce between Bangalore and Moscow, camera always in hand. My FED-5, that old Russian camera, taught me to let go of perfection. Grain, blur, weird little light leaks – I love them. Photos shouldn’t be perfect, right? I chase the messy, real bits – the stories, not just the smiles. If you want your family’s true vibe, the good, the wild, the imperfect – I’m all in.
My Work
Family, Maternity & Kids Photography - I shoot newborns, maternity, kids, and families – both digital and film. Milestones or just everyday magic.
Candid, Full-of-Life Sessions - No stiff poses. I capture candid family portraits, laughter, and real connections.
Home Studio Setup - I bring studio gear to your home, so you don’t stress about light or travel with babies.
Teamwork with Parents - Parents, get ready to sing, dance, and help out! It’s a team effort for those natural smiles.
Rolling with Surprises - Rain, grumpy kids, whatever – I roll with it. Sometimes the best lifestyle baby pictures are the unexpected ones.
