Preserve Your Family Legacy

Capture their voice, laughter and stories while we can.

Based in Oregon, but we travel!

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.

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 or studio style 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.

What you’re getting

Preserving the real stories for your family, showing grit and inspiration for generations to come

Book Now, Pay Later

  • Field Notes from Earth Legacy Portrait

    The Portrait - $500

    This isn’t just a photo session, it’s the start of a legacy. Before I ever pick up the camera, I take time to truly learn about the person I’m photographing. Their story, their quirks, their energy, that’s what I want to capture.

    3 hand-edited portraits taken within one setup under natural, or cinematic lighting.

    30-minute unedited interview recording, a candid conversation that preserves their voice and wisdom forever.

    1-hour total session blending portraits and storytelling.

    Connection first: I specialize in learning the subject before I take their photo, so every image feels alive.

    This package is designed for families who want something meaningful, timeless, and intimate, a way to hold on to both the face and the voice of someone they love.

    Travel costs may apply depending on your location. $75 discount upon approval to use on social media channels.

  • 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)

    3 cinematic portraits, 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: Ensuring your loved one’s voice and story are preserved forever — a priceless treasure for under $1,000.

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

    The Storyteller - $1,497

    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 - $3,497

    A MULTI-DAY production, 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.

Find a time to chat with us!

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.