For every mini doc session booked, we’re able to gift portraits to 10 people—at no cost to them. Because everyone deserves to leave their story behind.

Mini Docs

Why this matters

There’s a quiet kind of magic in sitting down with someone you love and just… listening. Not to the things they always say—but to the things they’ve never said. The stories tucked away in laughter, in pauses, in the little moments that make them who they are. The kind of stories that live in a parent’s eyes or a grandparent’s voice—and disappear if we don’t press record.

Every time I share this project, someone says,
"I wish I would've done this with my dad..." or
"I can still hear her voice—I just wish I had it on video."

That’s why I created Field Notes from Earth.
To preserve the real stuff: the truth, the spirit, the feeling—before time or circumstance quietly takes it away.

This isn’t about milestones or perfect timing. It’s about showing up with love and curiosity.
You don’t need a reason to capture something sacred.
You just need to start while you still can.

What you’re getting

This is not a canned Q&A or talking head shoot. I sit down with care, listen deeply, and spend over an hour learning who someone really is. I bring cinematic tools and an artist’s eye, but I lead with heart. The result is a piece of history—one that feels true, raw, and lovingly preserved.

Each session includes:

✅ A guided, emotionally resonant interview
✅ A natural-light portrait taken after the conversation
✅ Optional b-roll and archival photo inclusion
✅ Delivered in downloadable, shareable formats

And depending on the package you choose, we can go even deeper.

Behind the scenes of Field Notes from Earth
Cinematic portrait of legacy preservation, part of the Field Notes from Earth example of the storytelling series – example of portraits
  • Older man with a white beard, glasses, and a beret, standing outdoors in front of a building with glass windows.

    The Roots - $997

    A simple and powerful keepsake.

    A lightly edited full-length filmed interview (up to 60 minutes)

    One cinematic portrait, captured after our conversation

    Delivered digitally (USB available upon request)

    Optional guided prompts to ease into storytelling

    Shot on-location (home, backyard, meaningful setting)

    Perfect for: Capturing a loved one’s story while it’s still fresh in their voice.

  • Older woman with glasses and earrings wearing a cream knit beanie and sweater, outdoors near a body of water during sunset.

    The Storyteller - $2,200

    More emotion, more visual depth.

    Everything in The Roots, plus:

    A 3-minute mini documentary: selected moments + voiceover

    Behind-the-scenes footage of the portrait session

    Up to 10 family photos integrated into the edit

    A round of creative edits to get the final just right

    Delivered in full-res and social-ready versions

    Perfect for: Sharing with family and friends, or saving as a beautiful, short film tribute.

  • Close-up of an elderly man with a white beard and mustache, wearing a blue plaid shirt, standing outdoors in an urban setting with blurred buildings and street in the background.

    The Time Capsule - $3,800

    A cinematic heirloom for future generations.

    Everything in The Storyteller, plus:

    A 15-minute cinematic documentary

    Additional b-roll shoot days to capture daily life, environments, or family moments

    A 16x24 canvas print of the final portrait

    Optional second filming location for visual variety

    Two rounds of edits for deeper creative input

    Priority delivery timeline

    Perfect for: Families who want to pass something truly meaningful down to their children and grandchildren.

  • An elderly woman with short white hair smiling in a brightly lit room with a white background. She is wearing a sleeveless brown top and has a bandage on her upper left arm.

    Ala Carte

    Full-Length Interview Only $750

    -Lightly edited 60-minute video

    -Delivered digitally

    -No portrait included

    Cinematic Portrait Session $600

    One-on-one natural light portrait session

    Includes 3 final high-resolution images

    Perfect for printing, framing, or sharing with loved ones

    Behind-the-Scenes Portrait Shoot $350

    A short reel capturing the portrait process

    Great for sharing on social media or keeping as a creative memory

What Sets This Apart

I’m not showing up with a clipboard and a list of questions. I show up to connect. To witness. To create a safe space for reflection, laughter, and vulnerability. I’ve filmed award-winning commercials and directed national campaigns—but this is the most important work I’ve ever done.

The way someone smiles when they talk about falling in love.
The sound of their voice saying “I’m proud of you.”
The silence after a hard-earned truth.

That’s what we’re capturing.

Availability Is Limited

I only take on a few of these legacy sessions each month to ensure each one receives the time and care it deserves.

If you feel the nudge—now’s the time.