Family Mini Session
$175
Annual updates, holiday cards, and quick sessions with little ones.
Private portrait sessions with Yelena
Family & Personal Photography
A warm, guided portrait experience for families, seniors, couples, maternity, newborns, and meaningful milestones across San Antonio.
- Personalized planning for location, wardrobe, and session flow.
- Gentle direction so portraits feel natural and confident.
- Clear communication from inquiry to final gallery.
Your photographer
Meet Yelena
I am a San Antonio photographer and a proud mom, daughter, and wife. I understand how important it is to preserve the small moments and honest connections with the people you care about most.
“Family is everything. I want your session to feel comfortable, joyful, and true to the people you love.”
Portfolio
Portraits Built Around Real Connection
Family Portraits
Family portraits focused on connection, movement, and personality.
Children & Childhood
Playful portraits built around real expressions and age-appropriate pacing.
Personal Portraits & Milestones
Individual portraits that celebrate personality, confidence, and meaningful seasons.
Maternity
Gentle maternity portraits celebrating anticipation, connection, and your next chapter.
Newborns & Growing Families
Tender portraits of babies, siblings, and families growing together.
Session pricing
Book the Session That Fits Your Moment
Every session is private, personal, and led by Yelena in San Antonio.
Family Sessions
Portraits for families of all sizes, from annual updates to multi-generation milestones.
Family Standard Session
$295
Time to warm up, settle in, and capture real moments together.
Family Extended Session
$475
Multi-generation gatherings and meaningful family milestones.
Holiday & Seasonal Mini
$195
Bluebonnets, fall, holiday lights, and card-ready seasonal portraits.
Senior Portraits
One-on-one portraits built around your story, style, and personality.
Senior Mini Session
$225
Quick, personality-driven portraits for announcements and yearbooks.
Senior Standard Session
$395
Outfit variety, location variety, and announcement-ready images.
Senior Deluxe Experience
$595
The full story—sports gear, formal, casual, and every meaningful location.
Engagement & Couples
From save-the-dates to complete cinematic love stories across San Antonio.
Engagement Mini Session
$275
Save-the-dates and quick announcement sessions.
Engagement Standard Session
$495
A complete engagement story—romantic, candid, and cinematic.
Love Story Extended Session
$795
A cinematic session built around places that mean something to you.
Maternity & Newborn
Gentle, timeless portraits for every stage of your growing family.
Maternity Mini Session
$295
A beautiful bump session without an all-day commitment.
Maternity Full Session
$495
Multiple looks, gown options, and partner or sibling portraits.
Newborn Studio Session
$395
Gentle newborn portraits, ideally within the first 14 days.
Maternity + Newborn Bundle
$795
One story from bump to baby—save $100 by booking together.
Session Add-Ons
Available for any session type. Ask when you reach out.
Weekend Session (Sat/Sun)+$50
Rush 48-Hour Delivery+$75
Extended Family (7–10 people)+$50
Large Group (11–15 people)+$100
Second Location+$75
Ready when you are
Ask Yelena About Your Session
Share the session you have in mind, and Yelena will help with timing, location, and next steps.
Before your session
Preparation That Makes a Difference
A few simple choices improve comfort, flow, and the final images.
Coordinate outfits by color family instead of matching exactly for a natural, editorial look.
Bring one or two meaningful props, such as a blanket, heirloom, instrument, or favorite toy.
Pack water and simple snacks so everyone stays comfortable and energized.
Keep expectations playful and relaxed with children so expressions stay authentic.
Schedule haircuts a few days before your session rather than on the same day.
Choose natural, lightweight makeup that still looks like you on camera.
Share your goals and visual references before the session so direction stays aligned.
Prioritize connection over perfection—the best images come from real moments.
Local inspiration
San Antonio Location Ideas
Yelena helps select a location based on your style, timing, and comfort.
Japanese Tea Garden
Romantic garden portraits with soft architecture, water, and rich texture.
The Pearl District
Modern urban sessions with clean lines, historic detail, and easy variety.
Brackenridge Park
Open spaces, mature greenery, and room for families to move naturally.
Hemisfair Park
A balanced mix of city energy and family-friendly backdrops.
Mission San Juan
Timeless portraits with Texas heritage, stone texture, and warm light.
San Antonio Botanical Garden
Natural light and seasonal variety for families, maternity, and couples.
The short answer
Does Yelena offer private family and personal photography in San Antonio?
Yes. Yelena Photography offers one-on-one family portraits, senior portraits, couples and engagement sessions, maternity, newborn, and personal milestone photography throughout San Antonio and nearby communities.
Questions, answered
Family & Personal Photography FAQ
What happens before our portrait session?
Yelena will help you choose the right session, location, timing, and wardrobe direction so everyone arrives prepared and comfortable.
Can you help us choose a location in San Antonio?
Yes. Yelena matches location, wardrobe, and session timing to the atmosphere you want and the needs of your family.
How soon do we receive our photos?
Digital galleries are typically delivered within 5–7 business days. Print orders ship after you make your selections.
What should we wear for family or couples photos?
Coordinate tones and textures, prioritize comfort, and avoid heavy logos or distracting patterns. Simple styling photographs beautifully.
Can we include multiple generations in one session?
Absolutely. Multi-generation sessions can include full-group portraits, smaller family combinations, and individual images.
Are sessions relaxed for young children?
Yes. Yelena uses playful, age-appropriate direction and leaves room for breaks, movement, and natural expressions.
Let’s make something meaningful
Ready to Plan Your Session?
Choose the contact method that feels easiest. Yelena will reply with next-step options and scheduling guidance.