FAQ - DO you give digital files

Digital Files: Why They’re Not the Whole Story

We live in a digital world—so it's no surprise that I often get asked about digital files. It’s a natural question, and one I welcome. But when the topic comes up, I love to ask a gentle “why?”

Is it because everything today is digital, and it feels like the default?
Did someone tell you it’s something you should ask for, though you’re not sure why?
Do you want to share your images easily with friends and family?
Or maybe you’re hoping to create additional, affordable prints down the road?

All of these reasons are valid. But let’s pause here for a moment—because your story deserves more than a file on a screen.

You didn’t hire me to create something disposable. You chose me to document a fleeting, powerful moment in your life. You felt a connection to my style, my perspective, and the experience I provide. You trusted me to turn your memories into heirlooms.

And for that, I am deeply honored.

My creative process doesn’t end with a JPG file. It culminates in something tangible—a finished piece you can touch, feel, and live with. A legacy you can pass down.

Handing over digital files without that final step feels incomplete. In fact, I believe it’s a disservice to your investment. Because here’s what usually happens:

1. Digital Files Get Forgotten.
They end up on a USB drive in a drawer. Life gets busy. And all the care, love, and anticipation you put into your session gets tucked away and forgotten. It's heartbreaking—because those memories were meant to be seen.

2. DIY Prints Fall Short.
Even if you do print them yourself, the results often disappoint. Consumer labs aren’t designed for the kind of artistry I create. Their machines aren’t color-calibrated, and their paper and ink won’t preserve your images for decades, let alone generations.
My professional lab? Your prints are guaranteed for 150+ years. That’s legacy. That’s heirloom quality. That’s your grandchild cherishing what we created—just like you might still cherish a photo of your grandparents on the mantel.

3. The Vision Gets Lost.
When we design your wall art together, I’m crafting your story with intention. The crop, the color, the placement—it’s all deliberate. I don’t consider your experience complete until your images are displayed with pride and purpose in your home. When you outsource the printing, that part of the vision is lost.

This isn’t a "shoot and burn" experience. I don’t believe in an assembly-line approach to photography. I’m not here to check you off a list—I’m here to walk with you, guide you, and create something meaningful together.

That’s why I operate a full-service studio. That’s why I pour my heart into your experience from the first consultation to the moment your portrait finds its forever place on your wall.

Now, here’s the balance.
I understand the world we live in. That’s why every artwork you purchase comes with a complimentary digital file, sized for social media. You get the beauty of a handcrafted heirloom and the ease of sharing online.

And if you want to order additional prints for loved ones? I offer a discount on duplicates. You pay full price for the first, and the rest are yours at a savings—because the art is already finished and ready to be shared.

In the end, this is about honoring your story.

We are the most photographed generation in history—yet we enjoy our images the least. They live on screens. They vanish in clouds.

But some stories deserve more. Some moments should be bookmarked in the pages of your life—not lost in a digital haze.

That’s what I do. I help your memories break free from your phone and live where they belong: in your home, your heart, and your legacy.

Let’s create heirlooms—together.