Session Info
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Pricing
Your session will be fun, easygoing, and take place in one of the most beautiful locations Santa Barbara has to offer. Or in the comfort of your own home.
THE PHOTOGRAPHY PROCESS
1: BOOK YOU PHOTOSHOOT WITH ME
Fill out my contact form and let me know what vibe you're looking for in your Santa Barbara session location. If we are a good fit, we will choose a date and get you on my calendar!
2: I'LL HELP YOU GET YOUR FAMILY PREPARED
We will narrow down an exact location, use my styling guide to help you build cohesive outfits, and get feedback and suggestions from me. As a 4th generation Santa Barbara Photographer, I know all the best spots.
3: EXPECT A JOYFUL PHOTO EXPERIENCE
Enjoy your fun photo experience full of love, joy, and connection. Embrace the chaos, enjoy each other, and go with the flow! You'll love your photos so much more if you do.
4: RECEIVE YOUR IMAGES AND ALBUMS
Finally, within 3 weeks, you'll receive your online gallery full of joy-filled images of you with your loved ones. Your complimentary album will follow just days later. You can order prints and wall art right from your gallery if you wish.
Family Session
$1400 ALL-INCLUSIVE lifestyle portrait SESSION
($300 off for returning clients)
ADD ON A CINEMATIC FILM TO GO ALONG WITH YOUR PHOTOS FOR $700
Family sessions take place outside with nature as your backdrop. With sand between your toes or under the shade of a giant oak tree, you and your family will authentically play in golden light. I strive to communicate love and connection through my camera. Think less posing or props, and more candid shots, witnessing joy and emotion. The goal isn’t to get a stiff, posed shot with everyone looking at the camera, but to capture the true spirit and connection of your family.
Includes a session with immediate family members, usually lasting up to one hour. Includes all high-resolution digital files from your gallery in both color and black & white (minimum of 75), presented in a private online gallery for viewing, downloading, and sharing. You will receive a complimentary luxury photo album from your session. Leave the layout to me. I will design and deliver a beautiful custom album that will last for generations.
View Family Portfolio by clicking here.
Newborn Session
$1400 ALL-INCLUSIVE LIFESTYLE PORTRAIT SESSION
($300 OFF FOR RETURNING CLIENTS)
ADD ON A CINEMATIC FILM TO GO ALONG WITH YOUR PHOTOS FOR $700
Newborn sessions take place in the comfort of your own home. These lifestyle sessions focus on your perfect baby and the authentic moments you share with your new family. Think ‘cozy Sunday morning’ vibes.
Newborn sessions feature the newborn and his or her immediate family and usually last around one to two hours, so there's no pressure on time. Includes all high-resolution digital files from your gallery in both color and black & white (minimum of 75), presented in a private online gallery for viewing, downloading, and sharing. You will receive a complimentary luxury photo album from your session. Leave the layout to me. I will design and deliver a beautiful custom album that will last for generations.
View Newborn Portfolio by clicking here.
Family Session
$1400 ALL-INCLUSIVE lifestyle portrait SESSION
($300 off for returning clients)
ADD ON A CINEMATIC FILM TO GO ALONG WITH YOUR PHOTOS FOR $700
Family sessions take place outside with nature as your backdrop. With sand between your toes or under the shade of a giant oak tree, you and your family will authentically play in golden light. I strive to communicate love and connection through my camera. Think less posing or props, and more candid shots, witnessing joy and emotion. The goal isn’t to get a stiff, posed shot with everyone looking at the camera, but to capture the true spirit and connection of your family.
Includes a session with immediate family members, usually lasting up to one hour. Includes all high-resolution digital files from your gallery in both color and black & white (minimum of 75), presented in a private online gallery for viewing, downloading, and sharing. You will receive a complimentary luxury photo album from your session. Leave the layout to me. I will design and deliver a beautiful custom album that will last for generations.
View Family Portfolio by clicking here.
Maternity Session
$700* ALL-INCLUSIVE lifestyle portrait session “Tandem” package with the purchase of a Newborn session
ADD ON A CINEMATIC FILM TO GO ALONG WITH YOUR PHOTOS FOR $700
Pregnancy is so many things! It's joyful, beautiful, and often hard if we're being honest. You will never regret your decision to capture this time in your life as it goes by so fast. My goal is to capture the beauty that is your pregnant body and also the connection between you and the little soul inside you.
Includes a lifestyle maternity session featuring the expecting mother. Family and significant other are included in the session. Sessions usually last up to one hour. Includes all high-resolution digital files from your gallery in both color and black & white (minimum of 75), presented in a private online gallery for viewing, downloading, and sharing. You will receive a complimentary luxury photo album from your session. Leave the layout to me. I will design and deliver a beautiful custom album that will last for generations. Images from your maternity session will be included in your custom newborn photo album. You'll have access to my maternity client closet.
View an example of a maternity gallery by clicking here.
*Note: Tandem pricing only available when booked with a Newborn Session. If booked alone it's charged as a Family Session at $1400.
Fresh 48 Session
$700 ALL-INCLUSIVE lifestyle portrait session
ADD ON A CINEMATIC FILM TO GO ALONG WITH YOUR PHOTOS FOR $700
Birth is an amazing thing and the precious memories after are fleeting. A Fresh 48 session allows those raw moments to be savored forever. These short and sweet sessions focus on the beauty and excitement of welcoming a new baby and the natural moments you share with your family.
Your session will take place in your birth space (hospital, home, birth center) with your immediate family. I keep my schedule open around your due date and will visit your space within the first 48 hours of life or before you are discharged from the hospital. Sessions usually last 30 minutes to one hour. These sessions are stress-free and relaxed. No prepping is necessary as sessions are documentary in nature. Includes all high-resolution digital files from your gallery in both color and black & white (minimum of 40), presented in a private online gallery for viewing, downloading, and sharing.
View Fresh 48 Portfolio by clicking here.
(In the unlikely event that I couldn't get to your birth space session, I would send a trusted colleague in my place.)
Proposal Photography Session
$1400 ALL-INCLUSIVE lifestyle portrait SESSION
ADD ON A CINEMATIC FILM TO GO ALONG WITH YOUR PHOTOS FOR $700
ADD ON EXPEDITED DELIVERY OF YOUR GALLERY ALONG WITH SNEAK PEEKS FOR YOUR SOCIAL ANNOUNCEMENT FOR $250
Proposal sessions take place outside with nature as your backdrop. Whether beneath ancient oak trees with golden light filtering through the branches or on the beach with waves crashing in the distance, your proposal will be a moment to remember. These sessions are real and honest, capturing you just as you are now.
Includes a proposal session, usually lasting up to one hour. Includes all high-resolution digital files from your gallery in both color and black & white (minimum of 75), presented in a private online gallery for viewing, downloading, and sharing. You will receive a complimentary luxury photo album from your session. Leave the layout to me. I will design and deliver a beautiful custom album that will last for generations.
View Proposal Portfolio by clicking here.
Couples Photography Session
$1400 ALL-INCLUSIVE lifestyle portrait SESSION
ADD ON A CINEMATIC FILM TO GO ALONG WITH YOUR PHOTOS FOR $700
ADD ON EXPEDITED DELIVERY OF YOUR GALLERY ALONG WITH SNEAK PEEKS FOR YOUR SOCIAL ANNOUNCEMENT FOR $250
Couple sessions are all about capturing your connection in the beauty of nature. Whether it’s walking along the beach with sand between your toes or sharing a quiet moment under the shade of a giant oak tree, these sessions are relaxed and full of golden light. It’s about documenting the real, honest moments that reflect who you are as a couple right now—no stiff poses, just authentic love and joy.
Includes a couples session, usually lasting up to one hour. Includes all high-resolution digital files from your gallery in both color and black & white (minimum of 75), presented in a private online gallery for viewing, downloading, and sharing. You will receive a complimentary luxury photo album from your session. Leave the layout to me. I will design and deliver a beautiful custom album that will last for generations.
View Couples Portfolio by clicking here.
FAQ
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DescrI’m an outdoor natural light photographer and videographer specializing in family, maternity, and vacation lifestyle sessions. My newborn sessions typically take place in the comfort of your home. I’m passionate about documenting honest, meaningful moments as they naturally unfold, offering gentle direction when helpful.
People often describe my work as joyful, organic, and authentic. I blend traditional, documentary, and lifestyle approaches to create images that feel both timeless and personal. Through my lens, your family becomes a work of art. I provide a generous gallery designed to be displayed in your home or preserved in a luxurious, custom album—an investment in your family’s story.
I don’t aim for stiff poses or picture-perfect moments. While I’ll capture a few of everyone smiling at the camera, my focus is always on your connection—how you love, laugh, and simply are together.iption text goes here -
Of course! Styling for your session is very important and can completely change the look of your photographs. We can discuss your options at the time of booking. I also have a client wardrobe available upon request.
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You don't! In fact, if they get to be a little naughty, that will probably get us some genuine smiles and laughter! Allow your children to be themselves and try not to scold them for anything during our time together.
I wrote a whole blog post about why I want your kids to misbehave during our session. Please read it and take it to heart... -
I don’t deliver RAW files. Part of the value of working with me is the editing process—I carefully select and hand-edit the best images to reflect the style you see in my portfolio. Think of it like a chef preparing your meal: just as they wouldn’t serve raw ingredients, I don’t deliver unfinished images. You’ll receive a generous gallery of fully edited photos in both color and black and white, ready to download, print, and enjoy.
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I primarily shoot with my Canon EOS R5 paired with the Canon RF 28–70mm f/2 lens. For videography, I often use my 24–105mm f/2.8, and I occasionally bring along my Fujifilm X100VI for nostalgic, film-like images with a retro vibe.
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Due to the custom nature of photography, all sales are final and no refunds will be issued. A 50% deposit is required to hold your session date. If canceled, the deposit will be forfeited. If you request to reschedule with at least 7 days’ notice, the deposit may be applied toward a future session date, if one becomes available. Please note that only one reschedule is permitted.
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I started learning photography at age 12 and have been photographing families professionally since 2021. After the birth of my son, I launched Tristin Tracy Photography with a clear mission: to create meaningful, joyful images that celebrate connection. Since then, I’ve had the honor of documenting hundreds of families and newborns here in Santa Barbara and beyond.
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I am happy to photograph you at any stage of your pregnancy, but typically maternity sessions take place anytime after 30 weeks gestation.
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Every image I deliver is thoughtfully retouched to enhance what’s already there—this includes skin smoothing, blemish removal, background cleanup, and natural color adjustments. I don’t do extensive Photoshop edits like altering body shapes or removing clothing items (like bra straps), so I always recommend wearing something you feel good in.
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I carefully look at each and every image I capture from our session and hand-select the best photographs. I am looking for images that represent me as an artist and your family. I guarantee a minimum of 75 images, but there are usually many more included. Lucky you!
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I don’t currently offer mini sessions. My full sessions are intentionally designed to give us the time and space to create meaningful, natural images without rushing. If you’re curious why I’ve moved away from mini sessions, you can read more about it here:
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My pricing is simple and all-inclusive. You pay one price for ALL of the digital files. The total cost is $1400 for newborn or family sessions, and $700 for my "tandem" maternity session (only available when booking with a newborn session). A 50% deposit is due when booking to secure your session date.
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Your high-resolution digital images will be delivered in a private online gallery for viewing, downloading, and sharing. The gallery will be ready within 3 weeks of your session date. If you’d like your images sooner, expedited gallery delivery is available—just let me know and I’ll send over the details.
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I like to photograph newborns within the first few weeks (5-15 days) of life but I'm flexible. I think babies are perfect just the way they are and I am happy to do a newborn session at any age. That being said, they do change and grow very quickly in the first months of life. I recommend trying to get the shoot scheduled before the baby is three months old, just to capture that newborn sweetness.
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Photographs grow in value over time and become family treasures. I know the importance of archiving and saving digital images. I offer one simple, all-inclusive collection where you receive all the high-resolution digital files delivered via direct download and a print release. A minimum of 75 digital files will be available to you (but usually there are more!), in both color and black & white. I also include a complimentary, predesigned luxury album from your session. You will also have the option to buy additional prints and boutique products.
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You’re welcome to download your images and print them wherever you’d like. That said, I recommend using a professional lab to ensure your prints look their best and won’t fade over time. You’ll also have access to my print shop directly through your gallery if you’d like a simple, high-quality option.
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While it rarely rains in Santa Barbara, we’ve had our share of weather this year. Rain often comes in short bursts, leaving behind gorgeous light, blue skies, and dramatic clouds. If needed, we can shift the timing or move the session indoors—perhaps at your home or hotel. I’m confident we’ll find a window to create beautiful images.
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I am so glad you asked! You can e-mail me directly at tristin.tracy@gmail.com or via the contact page.
WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING
Karen captured our family perfectly! From the moment we arrived, she made everyone feel so relaxed and comfortable, especially our little ones who can never sit still. She guided us with gentle direction and genuine enthusiasm, which made the entire session feel effortless and fun. The final gallery brought tears to my eyes — every photo was full of warmth, love, and authenticity. I’m so grateful for how beautifully she told our story through her lens.
Our experience with Karen was incredible from start to finish. She was so professional yet approachable, taking the time to get to know us before the shoot and helping us plan our outfits and location. During the session, she balanced fun and creativity with a calm, confident energy that made us feel at ease. The photos turned out absolutely stunning — vibrant, emotional, and real. These are memories we’ll treasure for a lifetime.
I can’t say enough good things about our photo session with Karen! She has an amazing eye for detail and a gift for capturing genuine connection. Even my husband, who normally hates being in front of the camera, had a great time. Every image felt like a little piece of art — natural light, soft tones, and so much emotion. I love how she perfectly captured the spirit of our family in a way that feels so true to who we are.
You might not love every photo I take of you—and that’s okay.
But that doesn’t mean you won’t love your photos.
Here’s the truth: I’ll do my best to find the light, notice the little details, and make you feel at ease. But I’m not here to chase perfection. Because real connection isn’t always perfectly lit or posed.
Some images might catch your hair mid-swoop, or your smile a little too wide. You might spot a double chin or an angle you wouldn’t post on Instagram. But those are the photos where you’re laughing with your kids. Hugging your partner like you mean it. Living in the moment with the people who matter most.
And I promise—you won’t regret those.
Because at the end of the day, your family photos aren’t about how you look. They’re about how it felt to be there. To be together.
If you’re feeling hesitant, I wrote a blog post with a few simple ways to feel more confident during your session. You can read it here.