Photography sessions that feel like a relaxed walk in the park.
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Heartfelt Portrait Sessions with Rachael
Session fees begin at $500. This includes hair and makeup for one individual. Prints, products, and digitals are purchased in addition to the session fee.
Family Photography
My mission is to make your portrait experience enjoyable and stress-free. Your session is planned well in advance. I take the time to get to know your family so when we meet for the session, I understand what your kids like and what makes them happy. My goal is for the session to feel like a relaxed walk in the park, where you can be yourselves without constantly noticing the camera. I want your images to reflect the genuine love and connection within your family, creating lasting memories that you'll cherish forever.
Branding & Headshots
Are you a busy entrepreneur looking to present a strategic and elevated image? We live in a world where you have to have 12-17 touch points with a potential client and it can be overwhelming as the business owner to know how to connect with your potential clients. As the face of your business, let's work together to craft a unique vision that sets you apart.
With standout brand photography and headshots, we'll not only showcase your products and services but also capture the heart, passion, behind-the-scenes moments, and the story behind your business journey.
Your brand is more than a logo or website, it's about the experience you offer and how you connect with your customers. Let's sit down over a cup of coffee and plan how to tell your story through your marketing. I'm here to be your storyteller, creating images that authentically represent you, your business, your style, and the dedication you pour into delivering an exceptional experience to your customers.
High School Senior Photography
Wow, can you believe your child is graduating high school? It’s such a big moment for them and your family, and I’m truly honored to be part of this celebration as a Des Moines Photographer.
High School Senior Photography is all about capturing what makes your senior unique and creating professional images that you’ll treasure forever. I'm here to ensure your child feels deeply involved and truly special throughout the planning and their actual session. Our goal is to create a senior portrait session that not only captures their personality but also showcases what makes them happy, whether it's sports, music, arts, hobbies, or any of their interests!
Children & Newborn Photography
Have you ever had that feeling where you blink, and your child has grown up right before your eyes? We all wish we could turn back time, even just for a moment, to savor a particular age or stage. While I can't provide a time machine, I can preserve those precious moments through professional photography and create beautiful portrait artwork for you. This way, you can relive those cherished times whenever you desire.
Maternity Photography
I absolutely love capturing the beauty of motherhood, preserving those perfect moments. These photos become precious keepsakes for moms to share with their children as they grow older. I get it – as a mom, you might not always want to be the one in front of the camera. But think about this: remember how much you love looking at those old photos of yourself as a child with your mom? They capture a specific moment in time, the little kicks, and the unique feelings only a mother and child share.
Tell your story through photography
INTRODUCING STORYTELLING PORTRAITS
Your Legacy in Print
Rachael Venema Photography offers a full-service portrait experience. Instead of receiving 100+ images in a digital gallery you have no idea what to do with, I guide you through designing breath-taking artwork. By the end, you will have beautiful portrait art products displayed in your home for your family to enjoy for many years to come. From fine art prints, to heirloom albums, and custom framing to meet the design taste of your home.
Gallery wall and heirloom artwork are purchased separately. Clients spend an additional range of approximately $1,290+ on heirloom artwork and digital images (with no minimum investment required).
Our Signature Products
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Wall Art
Framed fine art prints that are archival and will stand the test of time. These include custom framing and are perfect for displaying in your home and sharing with family, with a wide range of frame molding options available to match any design decor, from traditional to modern, to farmhouse.
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Heirloom Albums
Hand-crafted heirloom albums are available in a delightful array of colors and offered in both luxurious linen and leather finishes. These albums feature thick, layflat pages providing a seamless canvas for your cherished memories. We will customize your album with favorite quotes and your family's names and details to create a beautiful heirloom piece that will be passed down through the generations.
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Linen Folio Box
Professionally printed with a matte and fine linen finish. These heirloom pieces are perfect for adding into frames and displaying as a collage or as a heartfelt gift to family.