Black and white photo series showing family laughing at a lifestyle photo session

Photography Pricing & Session Investment


For families who want photographs that feel honest, warm, and deeply connected.

Joanna Sopel Photography creates soulful, storytelling images for families, newborns, mothers, and growing children throughout Chicago, Arlington Heights, the North Shore, Barrington, and surrounding suburbs.

These sessions are designed to feel calm, natural, and child-led — never stiff, rushed, or overly posed. The goal is not just to make beautiful photographs. The goal is to preserve the feeling of this season before it changes.



Newborn

In-home newborn sessions for families who want something calm, connected, and easy. Parents and siblings are always included.

Collections begin at $750

Maternity

Natural, emotive maternity sessions that document this season with simplicity and warmth.

Collections begin at $750

Family

Relaxed family sessions focused on connection, movement, and honest moments together.

Collections begin at $750

First Year

For families who want maternity, newborn, and milestone memories documented with a consistent, cohesive approach.

Films

Short keepsake films for families who want the feeling of this season preserved alongside still photographs.

Documentary Family Sessions

Not a photoshoot - your real life.

Slow mornings, messy kitchens, bare feet, quiet snuggles...the moments you'll miss the most one day.

Half-Day sessions begin at $3,000

Full-Day sessions begin at $6,000


Limited availability each month

Branding Sessions

Story-led branding sessions for creative women, mothers in business, artists, and service providers who want images that feel warm, personal, and elevated.

Session begin at $850

A sleeping baby wrapped in soft beige fabric lies peacefully in mom's arms during a lifestyle newborn session.
Person in brown knit sweater showing floral arm tattoo against soft sunlit background.
A series of tender moments captured in brown tones showing an intimate embrace between parent and child.
A person wearing a brown fedora hat and a white shirt gazing toward the ocean at sunset or sunrise.
A couple stands together on a serene beach during sunset with a misty horizon in the background at maternity session

Not Sure Where to Begin?

You don’t need to know exactly what you want before reaching out. If you’re deciding between sessions or want help shaping an idea into something meaningful, I’m happy to help you think it through. We can create something that feels true to your family and this season of life.

FAQ


Do your sessions include help with planning?

Yes. Every session includes thoughtful guidance so you feel prepared without feeling overwhelmed. I’ll help with timing, location, wardrobe direction, and the overall feeling of the session.


Do you photograph children who are shy, energetic, or not interested in posing?

Yes. My work is child-led and connection-focused. Children do not need to perform for the camera. Some of the most beautiful images come from giving them space to play, explore, snuggle, and be themselves.


Where do sessions take place?

Sessions take place throughout Chicago, Arlington Heights, the North Shore, Barrington, and surrounding suburbs. Depending on the session, we may photograph at home, outdoors, at the beach, or in a location that feels meaningful to your family.


How far in advance should we book?

For newborn and maternity sessions, it is best to reach out during pregnancy. For family and beach sessions, booking early gives you the best access to golden-hour dates, especially during spring, summer, and fall.


Can we combine maternity and newborn sessions?

Yes. Maternity and newborn sessions pair beautifully together and allow you to preserve the full story of this season.