The First Step

All photo shoots are collaborations. Taking the time to select the right photographer for you is the most important step toward getting photos that you will love. I encourage you to look around, make sure you find work that you love and a photographer you connect with. Don't settle for anything less. 

My Services

Special Events
Non-profit fundraisers, workshops, art openings, birthday parties, fashion shows, recording sessions and more. I take a documentary approach to special occasions, capturing event details and guests with a tasteful and artistic touch. I can provide edited digital photos within 24 hours of the event. Events start at $100. 

Kids & Family
I would love to spend a morning or afternoon capturing the everyday joy and beauty of your family. These narrative portraiture shoots include posed and candid moments, but nothing too fussy. Moments as they happen, recorded with care. Family sessions start at $200.

Couples
Lifestyle portrait & engagement sessions. We work together to locate the shoot in a spot that you love. Sessions start at $200. 

Portraits
Lifestyle portraits for creative, professional and personal use. Sessions start at $100. 

Maternity & Birth 
Natural lighting maternity portraits. I am also available for 'Birth Day' shoots, where I visit and photograph you & yours within 24 hours of your baby's birth. My goal is to be an unobtrusive and calming presence while capturing a wonderful moment in a family's life. 

Other 
I'm available for weddings, editorial, non-profit and special projects. If you have something in mind, let's talk!

Fine Print

All sessions include pre-shoot communication, digital photos developed and edited with care and delivered in a timely manner. You have print and sharing rights. Special occasion? We can bring a stylist along for an additional fee.

I am located in Santa Cruz, California. 

To schedule a session email me at cbirns@gmail.com. I look forward to working with you!