The Art of Remembering
Your Family’s Story, Told with Heart
Your family’s story is unfolding — slowly, beautifully, and sometimes all at once. My sessions are designed to honor this season through gentle photography, layered storytelling, and heirlooms made to last.
Choose from poetic multimedia storytelling or bespoke destination sessions across Boston, Cape Cod, Martha’s Vineyard, Nantucket, and NYC. Each session is rooted in presence, feeling, and the art of memory — created to be revisited for years to come.
Multimedia Storytelling Sessions
At Little Lore, I don’t just take photographs. I preserve memory — in stillness, in motion, and in sound.
Every session is a slow, thoughtful exploration of your family’s rhythm. Whether we’re in your home, in the studio, or outside among wildflowers, I’m there to witness the beauty in the in-between — the laughter, the hum of your child’s voice, the tender moments that often go unnoticed.
Each session includes photography, gentle video clips, and real sound from your day (giggles, words, quiet moments, or your voice).
These layered details become a keepsake you can hold — and they grow more meaningful with time.
📷 The Memory
The smallest moments. The biggest feelings.- A poetic snapshot of your family — tender and timeless. Perfect for milestones, birthdays, or simply preserving the way life feels right now.
- Includes:
- 60–90 minute session
- 40+ still images
- 2-3 minute story film (motion + ambient sound)
- Audio-layered slideshow
- Online gallery with download + sharing
📖 The Storybook
Because their voice is part of the memory.This storytelling experience captures the magic in their movements — and the sound of their world. It’s deeper, more emotional, and perfect for families wanting to create something layered and lasting.
Includes everything in The Memory, plus:
Parent interviews
- Legacy Motion Book
🕯️ The Heirloom
Crafted for now. Created for always.- A complete sensory keepsake — timeless and tangible. This package combines emotional storytelling with two heirloom-quality formats: a printed photo album and a motion book that plays your child’s story in sound and motion.
- Includes everything in The Storybook, plus:
- Custom-designed printed storybook album (8×8, 20 pages)
- $150 print credit to use towards anything in the online shop
🕰️ The Legacy Day
A full day in your life, remembered forever.- Includes:
- 6–8 hours of storytelling coverage
- Full gallery of stills
- 5–7 minute immersive heirloom film
- Parent voiceover or in-home audio interview
- Legacy Motion Book
- Custom-designed printed album (8×8, 20 pages)
- Online gallery + download access
📚 The Chapter Series
Some stories can’t be told in just one sitting.
$5500
Three storytelling sessions over the course of a year — a poetic unfolding of your family’s rhythm across seasons, milestones, and memories.
Includes:
- Three 60–90 minute storytelling sessions
- All edited stills + 2–3 minute films per session
- End-of-year compilation film (3–5 minutes)
- Legacy Motion Book with all films
- Custom printed album (30+ pages of images + written moments)
- Optional in-home audio interview or voice letter overlay
- Online galleries for each session
A keepsake that grows with your child — and grows more meaningful with time.
➕ Add-On Option: Additional Chapters
Because one year holds more than three stories…
Clients in The Chapter Series can add extra storytelling sessions at a preferred rate.
Additional session: $1100 each (normally $1250)
Includes full gallery of stills + 1-2 minute film
Available throughout the 12-month period. No session fee required — just reach out when a new moment is unfolding.
This gives you flexibility to capture:
- A surprise milestone
- Grandparent visits
- Vacations, holidays, or “just because” moments
- A season that felt too short to skip
Reserve your story before the moment passes.
Because childhood doesn’t wait — and neither do the moments worth remembering. Little Lore sessions are designed to gently preserve the wonder of now, weaving photo, video, and sound into an heirloom that feels alive long after the moment is gone. Availability is limited, especially during peak seasons.
Multimedia Add-Ons
Film & Movement Add-Ons
Drone Photo & Video +$350
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Aerial coverage of your home, garden, or beach day
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Includes 10 drone images + 30-second aerial film clip
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Delivered as part of your final film or separate highlight reel
Super 8 Film (coming soon) +$600
- Nostalgic motion picture with grain, flicker, and warmth
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~60 seconds of film integrated into your final video or delivered separately
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Optional keepsake reel + digitized version for analog option
Underwater Photo & Video +$500
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Artistic underwater capture of swim play or summer moments
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Includes 8–10 edited underwater images + 30-second water film segment
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Ideal for kids that are comfortable going underwater
Analog & Audio Add‑Ons
35mm Film Photography +$150 per roll
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One roll of true 35mm film
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Includes high-res scans of selects
Parent Audio Interview or Letter Recording +$250
- Guided audio recording of a letter to your child or family reflections
- Delivered as its own keepsake or woven into your film
Optional upgrade: Include transcription for an extra $75, great for printed keepsakes.
Storybook Chapters Ideas
At Little Lore Studio, we invite you to explore a variety of captivating chapters to document your family’s unique story. Imagine capturing the wonder of your child’s first steps, the joy of family gatherings, or the excitement of birthday celebrations. Each chapter offers a chance to freeze time and create lasting memories. Whether it’s the playful antics of a family picnic or the quiet moments of bedtime stories, our photography and videography services are designed to reflect the essence of your family’s journey. Choose a chapter that resonates with you or come up with your own, and let us help you transform those moments into a beautiful visual narrative that you will treasure for years to come.
New Beginnings
Capture your baby at home to document just how everything was when you welcomed them home.
Playground Adventures
Swings, slides, monkey bars, and flying feet
Sidewalk Chalk & Bubbles
Spirals of color, bubble wands, and barefoot summers
Puddle Stomping
Splashing in boots, wet curls, giggles in gray light
Books & Blanket Forts
Storytime snuggles, whispered dreams, lamplight and lullabies
A Walk Through The Woods
Stick swords, pinecone treasures, and mossy discoveries
Fall Foliage
Golden light, crunching leaves, leaf piles, wool sweaters
Kitchen Helpers
Stirring, pouring, floury noses, and first tastes
Backyard Ball Games
Basketball in the driveway, catch with Dad, and muddy sneakers
Beach Days
Salty skin, sandy fingers, sand castles, the rhythm of waves
Snow Day Magic
Snow angels, sled rides, red cheeks, and cocoa breaks
Gardening & Mud Pies
Tiny shovels, worm hunts, watering cans, and sun hats
Picnic in the Grass
Gingham blankets, breezy outfits, sticky hands, fresh fruit
Apple Picking
Between bites and giggles, the orchard becomes a memory
Visit to the Farmer's Market
Berry baskets and flower picking
Visit to the Flower Farm
Petals tucked behind ears, fists full of wild color, beautiful blooms
Bike Rides
Helmet hair, proud smiles, and squeals of delight
Catching Fireflies & Summer Skies
Twilight light, mason jars, and barefoot chasing
Happy Birthday
Frosting on fingers, balloons, a tower of presents
Bathtime
Rubber ducks, bubbly hair, and water that reflects a day well lived
Still considering?
Not quite ready to book, but something tugged at you?
I’d love to talk through what a story session might look like for your family.
Use the form below — or just say hi. ✨
Destination Packages
Our Destination Documentary Coverage offers up to two full days of immersive storytelling, capturing the essence of your family’s daily adventures. We’ll document everything from morning routines to beach play, bedtime rituals, and cherished traditions. Our approach is thoughtfully guided yet unposed, blending stunning photography with subtle motion and sound to create a narrative that feels both authentic and magical. Pricing includes travel. Sessions are offered on a limited basis. Reach out for complete information.
New York City Experience
Set against the backdrop of your NYC life, this multimedia session documents the poetry of your everyday — from stoop hangs and skyline strolls to bedtime laughter echoing down the hall. With photo, video, and audio woven together, the result is a cinematic keepsake as layered and alive as the city itself.
$6000
Island Time On Nantucket & Martha’s Vineyard
Your time on Nantucket captured with soulful honesty — through photographs, motion, and sound. Capturing more than just portraits, we preserve the feeling of your family here: windswept, sun-kissed, and deeply connected.
$8000
Cape Cod Adventure
A quiet time capsule of your days by the sea. We’ll document the small rituals that make your Cape Cod summer unforgettable: salty hair, sandy feet, tide pool discoveries, and golden light just before dusk. Through layered photo, video, and sound, we’ll preserve the feeling of this place you return to — the one where your family is most at ease, most together.
$7000
Client Testimonials
“”I don’t know how she does it but she has an ability to authentically capture children and families in such a beautiful and natural way. You will be so grateful choosing her to be your photographer!
“We wouldn’t trust anyone else with those moments, she is a true master of her craft and stays true to her style.”
“I will cherish the photos of my baby forever and I loved that she has so many product offerings built into her pricing. Makes it so much easier to get what you need.”
Saacha M.
“We couldn’t stop watching the slideshow she sent us. I am just astounded how she can capture such perfect moments in what seems like such mad baby/toddler chaos.”
“When Melissa delivers your photos, she provides a a slideshow to music. We love watching as a family and when watching this last round, we laughed, we cried, and we were in complete awe at what she was able to capture.”
“She beautifully captures my children’s personalities and playfulness. Their relationship with each other, as well as with us. I couldn’t imagine anyone else capturing our family as well as Melissa! She is truly talented, and we love her work.”
Capture Your Family's Story Today
Discover the magic of preserving your family’s unique journey with our exclusive investment packages. Whether you’re welcoming a newborn, celebrating milestones, or simply cherishing everyday moments, our sessions are designed to capture the essence of your loved ones. Reach out now to learn more about our offerings and start creating memories that will last a lifetime.