A family laughing together in a fall field

Fall 2026 · Asheville, North Carolina

Fall, as
you are.

Honest family photographs made in the warmth, movement, and color of the season.

Explore the sessions

A short season.
Photographs that stay.

Asheville Family Photographer

The season worth slowing down for

More feeling.
Less posing.

A family connecting naturally during their fall session

The magic is already there.
Let’s hold onto it.

Fall sessions are made for the way your family is right now—the hand still reaching for yours, the laugh you can’t manufacture, the particular way everyone fits together.

We’ll use the changing landscape as our setting and keep the experience easy. I’ll give enough direction that you never feel unsure, while leaving room for the photographs to feel natural, lived-in, and distinctly yours.

A family running together through an autumn field near Asheville
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Come as you are.
I’ll take care of the rest.

Dominique Phillips, family photographer

Your photographer

A calm presence
behind the camera.

I photograph families with patience, gentle direction, and a close eye for the small things happening between the planned moments.

You don’t need to arrive knowing what to do. I’ll guide you toward good light, natural movement, and easy connection. There is no pressure for perfect behavior or fixed smiles—just thoughtful photographs that still feel like your family years from now.

Plan a session Hi, I’m Dominique
Parents cuddling their baby during a fall family session

The fall session experience

Simple from
start to finish.

  1. 01

    Choose your session

    Select the amount of time that suits your family. Both options include planning support and a private online gallery.

  2. 02

    Plan without overthinking

    We’ll settle on location and timing, and you’ll receive straightforward wardrobe guidance before session day.

  3. 03

    Be together

    I’ll lead the session with calm prompts and plenty of movement, giving your family space to settle in and connect.

  4. 04

    Keep what matters

    Your finished photographs arrive in an easy-to-use digital gallery for downloading, sharing, and printing.

If this sounds like you

A family enjoying time together outdoors in fall

You don’t want
your family to look
perfect.

You just want photographs that feel like the people you love.

You want to remember the way your little one still tucks into your side. The full-body laugh. The wild curls, the missing teeth, the hands that never stay clean for long.

And friend, I know being in front of a camera can feel like one more thing to manage. You’re thinking about outfits, the weather, whether everyone will cooperate—and whether you’ll actually be in a photograph you love.

That’s why I keep this easy. You show up and love on your people. I’ll notice the good light, guide you when you need it, and make room for your family to be exactly who they are.

No perfect kids required. Promise.

Family together in the autumn woods

Kind words

Dominique has a way of making you feel seen, comfortable, and completely at ease. Our photos are more than beautiful. They are us.

The Wilsons

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What’s included

Thoughtful details,
already handled.

01

Location planning

A carefully selected outdoor setting and session time chosen for flattering fall light.

02

Wardrobe guidance

Clear, flexible suggestions to help everyone coordinate comfortably with the season.

03

Gentle direction

Natural prompts and attentive guidance so you can relax without wondering what to do.

04

Online gallery

A private, polished gallery that makes your final photographs easy to view, save, and share.

Family sharing a quiet moment during their fall session
“The best photographs don’t ask your family to become something else. They show you what was already there.”

Fall 2026 pricing

Choose the pace
that fits your family.

Every session is photographed with the same care and includes planning support, relaxed direction, hand editing, and delivery through an online digital gallery.

The Petite Session

$375

30 minutes

  • Pre-session planning
  • Wardrobe guidance
  • 30-minute photography session
  • Online digital gallery included

Best for smaller families, little ones with shorter attention spans, or a simple seasonal update.

Reserve 30 minutes

Good to know

A few things
you may be wondering.

What should we wear?+

After booking, you’ll receive practical styling guidance built around texture, color, and coordination—not matching outfits. The goal is to feel like yourselves and photograph beautifully in the landscape.

What if my children don’t sit still?+

They don’t need to. Sessions are gently directed, with room to move, explore, and warm up. The in-between moments are often the ones families keep closest.

When will we receive our gallery?+

Your finished images will be delivered in a private online gallery, ready to download, share, and print. Final turnaround details are included in your booking confirmation.

What happens if the weather turns?+

I keep a close eye on the forecast and will be in touch if conditions could affect your session. If we need to move the date, we’ll make that decision together.

Now booking fall 2026

Let’s make room
for this season.

Fall dates are limited by light, color, and weather. Reach out early to choose the session length and date that work best for your family.

Inquire about a date I can’t wait to meet you.