Capture the wonder of the season, just as it is.
THE PETITE PORTRAITS
Natural, connection-filled family portraits captured in the beautiful Texas Hill Country light in a pre-selected San Antonio location. Limited dates available.
20 minutes · 10 HAND-EDITED photographs · $375
introducing
A pre-selected stunning San Antonio location will be our backdrop, and I'll provide wardrobe and preparation guidance to help you have a smooth session. You simply show up with the ones you love, and enjoy that moment together. I will guide you through the rest.
Session Details:
- 20-minute guided portrait session
- A thoughtfully selected outdoor location in San Antonio, Texas
- Wardrobe and preparation guidance before your session
- A private online proofing gallery
- 10 finished, individually hand-edited photographs
- High-resolution digital delivery
- Personal printing rights
Additional photographs and a complete-gallery upgrade will be available after you view your proofs.
Petite Portraits are designed for one immediate family per session.
The Petite Portrait Experience
For families who want this fleeting season preserved with beauty, ease, and intention.
20 min · 10 hand-edited images · $375
Warm evening light, natural landscapes, and relaxed family connection.
A beautiful opportunity to preserve the end of summer before school schedules, activities, and the rush of fall fully take over.
20 minUTES · 10 finished photographs · $375
NOW BOOKING AUG 29 & 30
Late Summer Petite Portraits
NOW BOOKING SEP 11-13, 19
Early Fall Petite Portraits
The beginning of portrait season in the Hill Country—created for updated family photographs, changing seasons, and images you'll be glad to have when holiday cards arrive on the to-do list.
20 minUTES · 10 finished photographs · $375
client testimonial
"Ally was so welcoming and took the time to interact with my son before we started, ensuring he was comfortable and ready to smile. She focused on letting us be "us" and wow, did that show through in the photos! Some of my favorite images I don't even remember her taking because were so comfortable."
family session — moira
BEHIND THE CAMERA
Hi, I'm Ally Margain
My take on photography is that genuine connection beats 'perfection' every time. You don't need children who sit perfectly still. You don't need a husband who loves having his photograph taken. And you definitely don't need to arrive knowing what to do with your hands.
I'll provide direction throughout our time together, but know I'm not looking for everyone to always look into my camera. I'm looking for the familiar things. The way your child reaches for you. The laugh that happens right after being told not to laugh. The way your family just fits together.
As a mom of three, I know things are rarely ever perfect. We'll make the photograph where everyone looks beautiful. Then we'll make the ones that feel like you.
I hold a bachelor's degree in fine arts and a master's in communications—and ever since those college years, a camera has been in my hand for one reason or another. I've built a successful career in corporate as a creative professional, yet photography is what I keep coming back to. It's my art.
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