Welcome to the Yearbook Club (again!)

Joining the club is when you stop worrying about your family photos again. The main perks are that you save money, receive ALL the high-res digital files, and have priority access to everything I offer, including my calendar. This applies no matter what tier you choose.
Another subtle perk is that you don't have to remember to book a session, find a photographer, or email to schedule a date, plus do all the heavy lifting during the fall holiday season….and let another year (or 5) slip by without photos because it just fell off your to-do list. We take care early in the season, and your payments are spread out over 12 months.

The Yearbook Club is for returning clients only. We've worked together, so you already know my style (and outdated dance moves). The club is meant for all kinds of families: single parents or parents with three kids and 4-legged companions, expecting families, or with a newborn. 

CDP is a safe and welcoming space for every gender, sexual orientation, religion, race, culture, age, and size.

Yes, definitely! Each film session comes with ~20 photos, available in an online gallery 2-3 weeks after each session. These photos are taken while filming video and are typically more candid and less posed.

Editing video is more time-intensive than editing photos. I estimate each film will take anywhere from 40-60 hrs to create. There's also the cost ($250) to license a music soundtrack. While it might seem expensive, I promise your film's worth will only increase in value each year as you rewatch the memories of your life today.

Monthly payments are spread over 12 months and will automatically be billed to your credit card. Alternatively, payments can also be made all at once upon signing up for membership.

You are committed to paying for a full year, but when the year ends, you’ll be asked whether you would like to renew, change, or terminate before the new membership enrollment period. There is no commitment beyond the year, and there is no surprise renewal. If you wish to up/ downgrade to another club, you can certainly do so.

My calendar will open three times a year: on May 18 (for May -August 31), on Jul 1 (for Sept 1-Nov 24), and on Dec 1 (for Jan 11-May 31), and it will be shared with the group.



I’ll set aside my best dates to offer first to members before I take any other sessions. While I can’t guarantee that a specific date and time will be available when you go to sign up, I am putting everything I can on the self-scheduling calendar. Even if the membership fills completely and every member wants a session in the same season, there are more than enough to go around, so you'll have several options. 

In theory, you can… but there are a couple of important issues to consider: (1) I will only offer a certain number of memberships each year. (2) It’s likely that the price will increase in future years. By maintaining continuous membership, you’re guaranteed to be locked in at the current rate. If you drop out and re-join, you will have to do so at the rates offered that year.

May 18-25 is Membership Week! This is your chance to grab a spot right here on my website. Once you've signed the agreement and purchased the membership (paid the 1st month), you will have access to the dashboard with all the information you need to get ready for a year and book your spring session (or wait until next fall).

Unfortunately no. You'll need to wait until I reopen the Yearbook Club again next year, as I would like all members to start and finish at the same time. You can still book a session with me any time during the year at full cost.

I check in with my families a week before the session to discuss details and answer any questions. In case of illness, I appreciate a two day notice, and I will do my best to accommodate your plans when rescheduling. Likewise, I expect the same courtesy if I or any member of my family falls ill. Outdoor shoots are weather permitting; if the weather is questionable, I will be in close contact the days before and on the morning of the session. 

Yep! Once you sign up and make that initial payment, you can book your sessions immediately (you'll get a link for my calendar). Further, you will receive your gallery on my normal schedule (typically 2-3 weeks after the session), and will be able to download your files as soon as you have access to the gallery. TRUST and HONESTY are two important values in my business and it goes both ways. :)

Usually (but not always) there is one partner who is more reserved about the experience. My first suggestion is to get them involved. Show them other films I have made, have them on phone calls when we talk. Make sure they know what to expect. If that is hard to do because of busy schedules, know that they will warm up the day of. Once we get started filming, most people realize how easy it is and there are never any issues. So many times now, I've heard from the reluctant partner that they had "way more fun" than they anticipated.

I am looking to capture meaningful footage of you where we'll witness the whole gamut of emotions that make life. Sessions are "activity-based" but an activity does not need to be extravagant and will usually happen at your house or a place that is meaningful to your family. The best things to capture are the things you already do as a family. Capturing the moments that you will treasure and want to remember is the most important.

Both of these abbreviated sessions are exclusive to members. 

Minis are 20 min sessions, back-to-back, and the date and East Bay location are pre-determined by me once all membership is finalized. They come with 7 photos. One complimentary Mini Session is offered to Drama Club members in June or July 2023.

Petite Sessions are one-off sessions opened to all members that you can book as many sessions as you want throughout the year. They are like Minis, except you can schedule it where (within 25 miles of Alameda) and when you want (except Oct-Dec). These depend on my availability and need to be scheduled directly through me, rather than the self-scheduling calendar. They last 45 minutes, and you receive around 20 files for an additional $55/month.