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HEIRLOOM & lifestyle PHOTOGRAPHY

DEEPLY ROOTED IN TRADITION & LEGACY

WILLIAMSBURG HEIRLOOM PORTRAITS

HEIRLOOM PHOTOGRAPHY

A customized full-service experience that includes consultations on wardrobe styling, the photography session, and custom archival framing from a curated selection of frames.

Let me handle everything for you, so you can fully enjoy the beauty of your child’s portrait hanging on the walls.

Williamsburg, Virginia photographer Dreama Spence stands with a framed heirloom portrait.
Upclose photo of Dreama Spence's heirloom photography.

WHAT CLIENTS ARE SAYING

"Dreama made getting precious photos of our toddler easy. She was very responsive and quick to return our gallery! They will be a keepsake for years to come."

- BAILEE

Toddler boy smiles with two bottom teeth during Williamsburg Virginia photographer.
Photo of Dreama sharing framing and box color options.
Photo of framed deckled edge print in a classic frame.

DESIGNED TO SERVE YOU THE WHOLE WAY

THE PROCESS

CONTACT
Complete the inquiry form to receive the detailed portrait information guide with booking details and information about pricing.

CONSULTATION
We’ll hop on the phone and discuss wardrobe styling to complete the heirloom “look.” This is a chance for me to learn details about your child, and for you to learn more about the process and to ask all of your questions.

SESSION
The session takes about 30 minutes per child, making it easy to fit into your schedule. I help your child warm up to the camera and teach them how to sit properly for the photos with various expressions and profiles. This also allows time to view frame options and hold finished products to determine which is best for your family and will complement your home.

ORDERING APPOINTMENT
Either in-person or over Zoom, we decide what you want to do with your portraits. You can choose a frames, a matted print box, or others options.

The entire heirloom portrait experience generally takes 8-10 weeks from session to finished product.

SIGNATURE SESSIONS

HEIRLOOM AND LIFESTYLE PORTRAITS

Every session begins with the traditional heirloom portraits you love, followed by natural lifestyle portraits.

The session fee is $300 and includes access to a wardrobe in select sizes of bubbles, smocked dresses, Peter Pan collar shirts, other classic outfits, vintage silver rattles, and an unhurried session in my studio.

Product purchase after the session ranges from $1200 – $3200.

A little boy wearing a Peter pan collar smiles for his heirloom vignette photography session.
Dreama takes photos at an Heirloom Portrait Event in Norfolk, Va.

FUN AND EASY

private heirloom events

Grab your girls and your mimosa’s! 🍊🍾



Private heirloom events are all about making memories and having a good time.

 Its easy, reach out to schedule your event
. Share the booking link with your girl gang. I’ll bring the studio to you.



Your future self and your mom friends will thank you!

what clients are saying

"Dreama was wonderful! She welcomed us and quickly had my 2yo warmed up to take some photos. She even did animal noises and dino roars. We really appreciate having these Heirloom photos taken. We cant wait to give them to grandparents for gifts."

- MICHELLE

a close-up of a young girl

frequently asked questions

1. WHAT AGE IS BEST FOR HEIRLOOM PHOTOGRAPHY?

. WHERE DO HEIRLOOM PHOTOGRAPHY SESSIONS TAKE PLACE?

There’s no wrong age, but babies from about 9 months through kids age 7 are typically the best ages to create these Heirloom Portraits.

3. WHAT SHOULD MY CHILD WEAR?

When you book your child’s heirloom photography session, Dreama will send you a list of her favorite local boutiques and brands. For a true heirloom look, choose clothing with details like Peter Pan collars, lace, smocking, etc.

Heirloom portrait sittings are done in Dreama’s in-home studio located near Christopher Newport University, in Newport News, VA. Sessions are by appointment only.

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