Real Life is the Best.

Documentary Family Photographer in Atlanta

Artful Candid Photos and Videos of Your Everyday Life

Little boys hanging on to their dads legs as he walks

Because parenting is hard, hilarious, and breathtaking—and in the blink of an eye, your babies will be grown.

Because this season of life is beautiful just the way it is, and its only imperfection is how quickly it will pass you by.

Think of me as your family's dedicated storyteller, weaving together the magical and the mundane. A family photojournalist immersed in your everyday life over the years, one day at a time. You can't go back in time to relive these beautifully chaotic days, but you can remember and celebrate them through the photos and videos you pass down to the next generation.

Maternity, newborn, or family photography and videography— in your home or out in your world—I'm here to tell your story.

Newborn baby in crib, smiling at her mom
Mom and daughter dancing at piedmont park
Mother and daughter snuggling and smiling at eachother
Siblings jumping on the couch at home

There is so much beauty in your everyday, with no need for poses or styling. Family photography can be easy and authentic.

Dad smiling at his toddler through a screen door
Mother nursing her baby at home

Hello, I’m Chanda.

Family photographer and filmmaker in Atlanta, near Decatur.

I make pictures and home movie videos for busy parents who know that time is moving along too quickly. With a stress-free and honest approach to documenting real life, I know that family photography can capture personalities and connections in a way that allows you to preserve the family memories you are making while also telling your family's unique story.

Let’s have a laid-back, fun photo or video session; just plan some quality time with your family, and I'll tag along to capture whatever unfolds. You’ll walk away with downloadable images and the option to preserve your photos in a gorgeous heirloom album or archival-quality prints.

I hope that we’ll work together over time to tell an even fuller story of your family as your babies grow up, whether that’s through one of the long-term projects I offer or multiple sessions over the years.

I want to make art out of your life.

“Documentary Family Photography”:

a photojournalistic style that captures a family's real life in an unscripted, unposed, and spontaneous way. The photographer acts as an observer, documenting the family's interactions, personalities, and relationships. The goal is to capture the reality of the family's life, including both the beauty and the chaos.

Family Videography

Family videography captures your life in motion—whether it’s your baby’s first year of milestones or a laid-back home movie full of laughter and little moments. It’s a way to bottle up the real, everyday magic so you can relive it for years to come.

Dad tossing his laughing son on the couch at home

Family Photography

Documentary family photography is all about capturing the real stuff—the quiet, the chaos, and everything in between. Whether it’s maternity, newborn days, or your beautifully ordinary everyday, these photos tell the story of your family as it is right now. Best of all, you’ll be in the pictures.

mom playing in the pool with her son

Subscription Family Photography

My favorite way of working with families is through one of my subscription models—it allows your story to unfold naturally over time and captures the depth of your family’s rhythm and connection. Plus, the more we hang out, the easier it is for me to blend into the background and turn your everyday moments into honest, beautiful art.

  • newborn baby yawning

    "The images she captured were absolutely stunning. We aren't into cheesy posed and over-edited pictures, and Chanda's work captured our life exactly as it is--messy, but more beautiful than we realized."

    Jessica, Kirkwood

  • Little girl sitting on the sidewalk laughing

    “Chanda documented the vibe of our family perfectly, lifting up the sweetest moments and truest moments.”

    Elizabeth, Virginia-Highlands

  • Twin sisters jumping on their beds

    "She captured our daily life so beautifully. The photo session itself was really easygoing! I got teary looking at the photo gallery when she sent it over. I’m so, so grateful to have these shots!

    Annie, Medlock Park