Whimsical Art Collections
Custom portraiture inspired by imagination and finished as heirloom artwork
Each whimsical portrait is personally designed to reflect your child’s personality, interests, and fleeting stages of childhood. These sessions are approached as art commissions, with printed artwork at the heart of the experience.
“ a Mardi Gras Animal Parade” by Fairy Dust Photography
Artwork First
Whimsical sessions are designed first and foremost as printed artwork for your home. Each portrait includes a fine art print with a matching digital image included for keepsake and sharing.
These pieces are created to be displayed and revisited as childhood unfolds.
The Grand Adventure Collection | $2,160
A complete story, told in wonder
Includes:
{12} custom whimsical portraits
{12} fine art 11×14 prints
Matching digital images
Complimentary heirloom album & custom calendar
Portraits may be created monthly, seasonally, or at your family’s pace
Wonder Chapters Collection | $1,170
Because every childhood story deserves more than one page
Includes:
{6} custom whimsical portraits
{6} fine art 11×14 prints
Matching digital images
Complimentary 8×8 storybook album
The First Tale Collection | $615
A small story told in art
Includes:
{3} custom whimsical portraits
{3} fine art 11×14 prints
Matching digital images
Coordinated creative planning
Whimsical Art Commission
$225
One portrait. One story. One piece of art.
Includes:
One custom whimsical portrait
One fine art 11×14 print
Matching digital image
Artwork & Heirloom Add-Ons
Frame or materials upgrades
Canvas artwork
Grandparent gift prints
Duplicate prints
Additional albums
* November and December have extended turnaround times due to the holiday season. Families wishing to include albums or calendars during this timeframe are encouraged to plan ahead.
Payment & Planning
Whimsical art collections are designed to unfold over time, and payment plans are available to make the experience comfortable and enjoyable for families.
A retainer is required at booking, with the remaining balance divided into equal installments based on the collection selected. All payment plans must be completed within the timeframe outlined for each collection, regardless of how sessions are scheduled.
This allows families to enjoy flexibility in planning while ensuring the artwork is completed thoughtfully and professionally.
If you have questions about timing or payment options, I’m always happy to help guide you.
I’m happy to help guide you toward the option that feels right for your family.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why Collections?
Many families begin with a single whimsical portrait, and then find themselves returning again and again as their child grows and their imagination evolves.
Collections were created for those families.
Rather than treating each portrait as a standalone session, collections allow the artwork to unfold as a story. Each piece builds on the last, creating a body of work that feels intentional, meaningful, and deeply personal.
You’re not just capturing one moment.
You’re preserving a chapter of childhood.
Can I still book just one portrait?
Absolutely.
A single Whimsical Art Commission is always available and includes one custom whimsical portrait, a fine art print for your home, and a matching digital image.
Collections simply offer a way to continue the story for families who know they’ll want to return. There’s no pressure to decide everything at once. Many families begin with one piece and grow from there.
Why is printed artwork the focus?
Digital images are easy to store. Printed artwork is easy to love.
These portraits are created as pieces of art meant to be displayed, lived with, and revisited over the years. Including printed artwork ensures that every session results in something tangible and lasting, not just another file on a screen.
Each whimsical portrait includes a fine art print, with a matching digital image provided for keepsake and sharing.
Is this flexible for busy families?
Yes. Flexibility is built into the experience.
Collections are designed to unfold at a pace that works for your family. Portraits may be created monthly, seasonally, or clustered together, with creative planning done collaboratively.
Payment plans are also available to make the experience comfortable and manageable.
What is a whimsical art collection?
A whimsical art collection is a curated series of custom portraits created over time. Each image is personally designed to reflect your child’s imagination, interests, and current stage of childhood, and finished as printed artwork for your home.
Collections allow these portraits to feel connected and intentional, rather than isolated moments.
Are digital images included?
Yes. Each portrait includes a matching high-resolution digital image. While printed artwork is the heart of the experience, digital files are included so families can easily share and preserve their images.
Do collections need to be photographed monthly?
Not at all. Collections are intentionally flexible. Portraits may be created monthly, seasonally, or at your family’s pace. We plan creatively and logistically together so the experience feels comfortable and enjoyable.
What if my child’s interests change?
That’s part of the magic.
Whimsical portraits are designed to capture who your child is right now. As interests evolve, collections naturally become a visual story of growth, imagination, and personality over time.
Can siblings be included?
Yes. Sibling participation and family dynamics are discussed during planning to ensure the artwork reflects what matters most to your family.
How long do collections last?
Whimsical art collections are designed to tell a complete story and are thoughtfully paced based on the size of the collection.
The First Tale Collection is intended to be completed within six months, with payment completed within three months.
Wonder Chapters Collection is designed to unfold over six to twelve months, with payment completed within six months.
The Grand Adventure Collection is designed to unfold over one year, with payment completed within twelve months. Creative timelines may extend up to eighteen months if needed.
This structure ensures each collection remains intentional, cohesive, and enjoyable from beginning to end.
How do payment plans work?
Payment plans are available for all whimsical collections.
A retainer is required at booking, with the remaining balance divided into equal installments based on the collection selected. All payment plans must be completed within the timeframe outlined for each collection, regardless of how sessions are scheduled.
This allows families to enjoy flexibility in planning while ensuring the artwork is completed thoughtfully and professionally.
What if we need more time?
Life happens, and open communication is always welcome.
Creative timelines may be adjusted within the maximum completion window for each collection, as long as payment obligations are met within the original payment timeframe.