BLJ Photography LLC

Kansas City Portrait Photographer

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Senior portraits/West Bottoms/ boy resting against brick wall with hand in pocket

A monstera leaf with water droplets on it with black background

Portrait of cute couple face to face in front of their Christmas tree

Portrait of woman with coral sweater on a blue background

Macro close up photo of a Mimosa leaf with dark blurred background

Pet portrait of a red parrot with dark blurred background

Business Portrait of a real estate agent with blond hair, a cream blazer and black shirt on a white background

Branding portrait of a real estate agent leaning against a kitchen island smiling and looking away while talking on the phone

High school senior portraits/ The Nelson Atkins Museum/ girl on tummy with feet kicked up and a pond reflecting pillars

On-Location Photography Tailored to Every Story

I specialize in on-location portrait photography for a variety of sessions across Kansas City. My sessions offer portraits for - high school seniors, business professionals, and passions or hobbies. My goal is to capture emotion and authenticity in every image, creating powerful visuals that last a lifetime.

When I’m not photographing clients or real estate listings, I dive into personal projects like macro nature photography and expressive pet portraits. I’m drawn to vibrant colors, moody lighting, and soft, blurred backgrounds—and my two dogs and two cats are frequently in front of my lens.

My style is studio-inspired photography that uses off-camera flash and dramatic lighting to create depth and emotional impact in every frame. I keep editing simple and polished. Helping guide my clients through posing sequences, focusing on natural body language and attention to detail are key to getting beautiful images you will enjoy.

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Business portrait of a real estate agent sitting on a cream chair in front of a fireplace

Business Professional Portraits

Senior portraits

Portrait of yoga instructor in black and white. He is seated and stretching his knee

Passion/Hobby Portraits

a white house with a wrap around porch and blue skies

Commercial Real Estate Photography

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How it all works!

1.Inquiry

Please fill out my contact form and I will reply back to your preferred method of contact within 24 hours. We will have a chat about your needs and answer any questions you may have. When you are ready to book, we will find a date and time that works for both our schedules. A week notice is ideal, however, I realize life is a whirlwind sometimes and things come up. I will do my best to accommodate time crunches and deadlines.

2.Contract/invoice

I will customize a contract for us and send helpful resources to prepare for your photography session. This includes things like a questionnaire, tips and tricks, and favorite locations. An invoice will also be sent with easy online payment options. Invoices are due by the scheduled photography session date.

3.Photo day

I will arrive at the location of your choosing prior to the scheduled time and set up necessary equipment. We will get a variety of images tailored to show off "YOU". Don't worry about feeling nervous or if your smile isn't right, I will guide you every step of the way and make the experience fun and natural.

4.Delivering photos

I will carefully edit your photos, and you will receive an email with your initial gallery within one week after your photo session. My editing style is simple and polished as to show off your natural features in an elegant way. You can view your gallery and decide which images are your favorite. Depending on your session type, a set number of digital files will be all inclusive (upgrades available)