Gift Certificates

Give her the gift of actually being in the photos this year.

A mother and baby touching foreheads and smiling in hudson ohio portrait session

A portrait session with me isn't a production. No studio lights, no stiff poses, no one telling you to angle your chin in a weird and awkward way. Everything happens on location, in natural light, at a pace that works for your family. My job is to make you forget you're being photographed. It really is that easy.

I photograph families, kids, maternity, newborns, and professionals all across Northeast Ohio, Kent, Akron, Cleveland, Canton, and everywhere in between. No travel fees within the region.

You don't have to wait. You are not a before.

I welcome all bodies, all families, all people. You don't need to lose weight, feel ready, or wait for the right moment. The right moment is now, and you deserve to be in the pictures exactly as you are.


Choose a Session

See detailed descriptions of these options here.

Gift certificates are available in any amount. Not sure which session is the right fit? A general amount works just as well, and they can sort out the details when they're ready to book.

Families & Kids

The Full Story — 45 to 90 min, full gallery download · $399

The Milestone — 45 min, one child, full gallery download · $299

The Vignette — 20 min, within 10 miles of Kent, download 3 images · $179

Maternity & Newborn

Maternity — 45 to 60 min, full gallery download · $399

Newborn — 60 to 90 min, full gallery download · $499

Headshots

Quick & Easy — 15 to 20 min, 1 image your choice · $149

Standout — up to 60 min, 5 images your choice · $299

Full Branding — up to 2 hours, full gallery download · $699

How it Works

You purchase the gift certificate through my online store. Physical certificates are mailed directly to you. Digital certificates are delivered by email and can be forwarded or printed at home. The recipient redeems it when they're ready to book. There's no pressure and no expiration date.

Questions? Shoot me an email at tara@taracarman.com

Physical certificates for Mother's Day need to be ordered by May 2 to arrive in time. Digital delivery is available right up until May 11.

  • "You were so incredibly great with both boys and the photos are truly amazing. We couldn't be happier!"

    Former Customer

  • "These photos are amazing! I don’t know how you got those from the chaos."

    Former Customer

  • "These are the photos that I cherish and that mark this time in our lives. I’m so grateful to for sharing your talent with us!"

    Former Customer