Anika Jaan Photography

 

Virginia Storytelling Session Pricing and Packages



I'm so glad you're here!


Thank you so much for inquiring about a storytelling photography session with me. I’m genuinely honored by your trust in my art, and I’m beyond excited to collaborate with you to bring your vision to life.


Before you dive into this guide, I want you to know two important things:


Your session will be thoughtfully designed to reflect how you naturally live, love, and enjoy time together. Think of it as a fun date, where we can document your connection in a relaxed and authentic way.


I'll be gently guiding you throughout our time together, but please know, this space is all about you. Come as you are. It’s a safe, open environment where we can explore what makes your relationship uniquely yours.


This guide will walk you through my most popular options and give you an idea of what to expect during your session.


Once you’ve officially reserved your session, I’ll send you a pre-session planning guide packed with more detailed information, along with a questionnaire to help me get to know you and your love story on a deeper level!

A couple embraces joyfully in a fall forest setting with autumn leaves in the background.
A couple shares an intimate moment together in a blooming wildflower meadow at sunset.
A couple lies together in green grass on a sunny afternoon in a park setting.
A romantic dance sequence shows a couple in an intimate embrace against a soft, dreamy background.
A romantic black and white photo sequence showing a couple sharing an intimate kiss outdoors.

About my Approach


It’s not about stiff poses or perfect smiles. It’s about documenting the way you exist together. The in-betweens, the quiet moments, the real stuff. Making pancakes on a slow Sunday morning. Gardening in the backyard. Road trips and snacks. Playing pinball at the arcade.


We’ll plan your session around your life, your routines, your favorite places, the little things that make your relationship feel like home. This is the kind of session where you don’t need to perform or pose. You just get to be. Of course, I’ll still give you gentle guidance and prompts.


If your arm feels weird or your body doesn’t feel flattering, I’ve got you. I’ll help guide you through activities and give you things to do that create movement, connection, and ease.


We’ll move through the session like it’s a slow, meaningful date night. I’ll direct when needed, but mostly? I’ll hold space for you to just experience it.


And the result? Photos that don’t just look beautiful, they feel like you.



Two people stand near a brick wall entrance with iron gates in an outdoor garden setting.

"We had the pleasure of working with Anika for our engagement shoot, and we couldn’t be more thrilled with the experience! From the very beginning, she was gracious, kind, and incredibly accommodating. Both of us are on the shy side, but Anika’s warm and easy-going nature made us feel completely at ease. She has a natural ability to direct us in ways that felt effortless, helping us pose in flattering and comfortable positions.


The shoot itself was not only fun, but the photos exceeded our expectations in every way. They are absolutely stunning and capture the magic of the moment perfectly. Each image is filled with such emotion and beauty. We are beyond grateful for Anika’s talent and the memories she’s helped us preserve. We can’t wait to book another session with her in the future!"


- Sara & Justin

The AJP Experience


I’ll dream and plan alongside you, helping shape an experience that feels intentional and true to you. And when the day arrives, I’ll be there not just to document it, but to support you, cheer you on, and create space for moments that feel epic, emotional, and unforgettable often in ways you didn’t even know to imagine.

Instant Film Photos

You will receive a select amount of polaroid photos to take home the same day

Direct Access and Full Support from Anika

if you have questions, ideas you want to look into- I am an email, text or phone call away

Guided and Fun Photography Experience

I will keep track of the time so that you don’t have to and we will have a back up plan if the weather decides to turn.

A couple shares intimate romantic moments outdoors in a series of candid photographs during autumn.
Introvert- friendly posing

I focus on creating a comfortable space for you to be yourselves and will guide you into poses that feel natural

Creative GIFs

I create fun GIFs of your experience, turning your photos into mini cinematic clips

Artistic, hand-crafted edits

Each photo is hand- edited by myself, ensuring that they are all pieces of artwork

All your photos to keep forever

Your photos will be delivered in an online gallery for you to view, download, print and share for years to come.

Complementary album design and convenient print ordering

to bring your experience around full circle, I offer a complementary album design for you to choose to turn into an heirloom quality book. You may also choose to order high quality prints from my professional lab directly though your online gallery.

A couple shares a tender moment outdoors while holding ultrasound photos and a baby onesie in golden sunlight.
Vendor Recommendations

Everything from florists, make up artists, vintage furniture rentals, classic car rentals, you name it- I most likely have a vendor for you!

Grand Reveal Slideshow

A special date night experience. Your curated gallery slideshow, set to music.

Two people sitting in a sunlit meadow at golden hour creating a dreamy outdoor scene.

tHE nOVEL

$3,400

 

Time is a thief, and an incredible amount of growth unfolds within a single year. This collection is designed for those who want a complete, multi-season visual narrative. A true family heirloom that documents life’s major transitions as they happen.


  • The Experience: Four distinct storytelling sessions thoughtfully scheduled across 12 months to capture a full year of evolution.
  • The Legacy: A custom-designed, luxury Heirloom Album curated by Anika, seamlessly weaving all four chapters of your year into one stunning physical book.
  • The Motion: A Mini Highlight Reel from each session to bring your memories to life.





Perfect For: Bump-to-Baby timelines (Announcement ➔ Maternity ➔ Newborn ➔ First Birthday) or a Four Seasons family chronicle (Spring ➔ Summer ➔ Autumn ➔ Winter Holiday).

 

A heartwarming sequence of playful moments shared at a picnic table with a red and white checkered tablecloth.

tHE immersion

$1,575

 

The most popular collection, designed for those who want to fully lose themselves in the experience of a day. This is the ultimate date day or family adventure. Completely unhurried and focused on the quiet magic in between the milestones.


  • The Experience: A comprehensive, half-day storytelling session that allows everyone to relax, open up, and let the genuine arc of your day unfold naturally.
  • The Legacy: A beautiful, custom Photobook filled with your gallery, intertwined with personal love notes written to one another.
  • The Motion: A Mini Highlight Reel capturing the laughter, movement, and atmosphere of your day.

 

A family shares an intimate sunset moment together on a wooden bridge surrounded by greenery and golden light.

tHE Chapter

$1,300

 

Perfect for documenting a singular, profound season of transformation. This collection is specifically tailored as a focused Bump-to-Baby experience, capturing the quiet anticipation of what is to come and the beautiful reality of what arrives.


  • The Experience: A two-part storytelling series designed to capture the before and after of your newest addition.
  • The Timeline: Split into two dedicated sessions: a gorgeous, glowing Maternity session followed by an intimate, lifestyle Newborn session once your little one arrives.
  • The Motion: A Mini Highlight Reel combining the magic of both sessions.

 

A series of maternity photos showing a pregnant belly in a white lace dress with delicate white flowers against a natural backdrop.

tHE Passage

$525

 

A standalone session dedicated to capturing a specific moment in your story before the page turns. This is designed for those who want an intentional, artfully documented glimpse of life exactly as it is right now.


  • The Experience: A focused storytelling session designed to capture a concentrated burst of connection.


Examples:

  • Annual family portraits
  • Couples or anniversary sessions
  • Individual milestones (maternity-only, a milestone birthday, or graduation)

 

Package add-ons




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A couple dances playfully together in an autumn setting with fallen leaves and trees in the background.
Add-on #1

Extra hours


Think you will need a little extra time? I've got you covered!

from $525/hr

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A sequence of images shows a playful game of chase between two people on a grassy lawn outside a building.
Add-on #2

Photobook


Your new favorite coffee table book filled with photos from your session and love notes and wishes to each other.

Starting at $100

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Artistic black and white photograph showing a crumpled fabric or paper texture with dramatic shadows and folds.
Add-on #3

Heirloom Album


Bring your experience full circle with a fine art album thoughtfully curated and designed by Anika, printed and bound by a professional artisan printer. More print options are available and a full list will be given upon delivery of the gallery.

starting at $300

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A woman in a white dress sits under a tree at sunset, enjoying the golden light in a peaceful outdoor setting.
Add-on #4

Cinematic Highlight Reel


A short, film-inspired collection of moving moments captured throughout your session, allowing you to really feel and relive it.

$500

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FAQ

Can we customize a package?

Absolutely! You are able to add hours, and much more. We can work something out just for you!

How far in advance should we book?

Every session is different. For peak dates (Weekends in May-June and September-November) I would suggest at least 2 months. If your doing a weekday or off peak month, I'm usually more flexible!

Do you charge travel fees?

My pricing includes travel anywhere in Virginia! There will not be any additional charges.

Do you offer albums or prints?

Yes! I send over my print and album packages with the delivery of your online gallery. I also offer complimentary album design if you choose to purchase one.

 

Let's document your story

 

I'm here to answer any and all questions. Email me or text is just fine. If you're ready to book, that's amazing! Contact me through your preferred method.