Some photographs need time - and permission to simply be.


They are not made in a single moment, but across a stretch of being together. In the pauses. In the rhythm of conversation. In the way people gradually forget that the camera is present at all.

Making space for what unfolds

Lifestyle portraiture is less about posing and more about presence.

Rather than directing each movement, I pay attention to how people exist within a space. How they interact. How familiarity shows itself in small, unguarded ways. The photographs emerge from what is already happening, not from what is imposed.

Time matters here. So does patience.



What this kind of work holds.


These images tend to feel lived-in.


They reflect personality, relationships, and environment together, rather than isolating a single expression or moment. A sense of continuity develops. One frame leading naturally to the next.


The result is a set of photographs that feel connected, not curated. Honest rather than arranged.


How these sessions work.

Why this works.

The result.

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How these sessions work.

Why this works.

The result.

We usually start by getting a feel for the space. It could be your home, a favourite corner of the city, or anywhere that feels comfortable and familiar. I like to observe a little first, just noticing how things move and how people naturally interact, before lifting the camera.


If a gentle nudge helps, I'll offer it - but mostly, I let things unfold on their own. There's no need to pose or act; the best moments come from simply being present together.

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How these sessions work.

Why this works.

The result.

Lifestyle portraiture is perfect for anyone who wants their photos to feel like them - relaxed, real, and unforced.


It's great for individuals who prefer natural over posed, for families or friends who want to capture genuine moments together, and for anyone who treasures memory, connection, and the little details that make a space feel alive.


If you're drawn to images that feel warm, familiar, and true to the way life actually unfolds, this is the kind of session you'll love.

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How these sessions work.

Why this works.

The result.

What stays with you from these sessions isn't just the way things looked - it's the way they felt.


The images hold the quiet hum of the moment, the little gestures, the spaces between words. They don't try to tell the whole story at once; they let the feeling settle in, letting meaning gently reveal itself over time.

options.


I split lifestyle portraiture into 2 main points of focus:

  • Individual portraits
  • Family / Friendship portraits


Go ahead, have a look, and you may pick a package that best fits based on the options I've made available.


By proceeding to book a session, you agree to my terms and policies.  

 

individual

Packages & Pricing

coral


Up to 45 minutes

Up to 1 outfit change

15+ edited images (digital copies)

Images for personal, social, and editorial uses only


STARTING FROM

usd 98 | kes 13,843

jade


Up to 95 minutes

Up to 3 outfit changes

25+ edited images (digital copies)

Images for personal, social, and editorial uses only


STARTING FROM

usd 175 | kes 25,879

ruby


Up to 125 minutes

Up to 4 outfit changes

35+ edited images (digital copies)

Images for personal, social, and editorial uses only


STARTING FROM

usd 266 | kes 38,973


family / friendship

Packages & Pricing

coral


Up to 5 persons

Up to 45 minutes

No outfit changes

15+ edited images (digital copies)

Images for personal, social, and editorial uses only


STARTING FROM

usd 174 | kes 24,578

jade


6 to 15 persons

Up to 75 minutes

Up to 2 outfit changes

25+ edited images (digital copies)

Images for personal, social, and editorial uses only


STARTING FROM

usd 329 | kes 46,471

ruby


16+ persons

Up to 125 minutes

Up to 4 outfit changes

35+ edited images (digital copies)

Images for personal, social, and editorial uses only


STARTING FROM

usd 423 | kes 59,749


The asterisks:


  1. Add-ons: You may request for extras to your preferred package, which will be added at cost. Such extras include make-up artistry, and prints (both albums and wall hangings), as well as studio costs.
  2. The above costs do not include any costs related to logistics, in the event of shoots outside Nairobi, such as transport and accommodation. These costs would be shared with you in an estimate that includes the cost of your selected package.