Welcome to my blog - it's here that I share some of my most recent work - be sure to check back often!! Kathleen Chapman Photography specializes in child and family photography in the North Country NY counties of Franklin and St.Lawrence in locations such as St. Regis Falls, Brushton, Malone, Massena and Potsdam. I offer studio and on location sessions designed to meet your creative vision!!
Announcing "Spidey" Mini Sessions
Calling all Spidey fans— big and little! 🕷️ Come step into this amazing nighttime alley scene that's just calling for adventure! This is so much more than a photo session—it’s an interactive Spidey adventure where kids can dress up, jump, crawl, climb, sling webs, and bring their superhero imaginations to life! Along the way, I'll capture one-of-a-kind images that preserve the excitement and magic of the experience.
Bring your own Spidey costume or borrow one from my studio collection (see sizes below*).
Option 1: $75 Session Fee | 15-30 minutes | 1 boy or girl | 3 images
Option 2: $150 Session Fee| 35-45 minutes| 2 people; siblings, cousins, parent and child or friends | 5 images
Option 1 galleries will consist of 3-6 images, Option 2 galleries will consist of 6-10 images, you'll be able to choose your favorite 3 (Option 1) or 6 (Option 2) with the option to purchase additional images for $10 each.
The session fee of $75 is required for Option 1 and a $75 deposit is required for Option 2 to lock in your session and get your child on my calendar.


Available Dates and Times:
Saturday, October 3rd:
10:00 a.m.
11:00 a.m.
1:00 p.m.
2:00 p.m.
3:00 p.m.
4:00 p.m.
6:00 p.m.
7:00 p.m.
Sunday, October 4th:
1:00 p.m.
2:00 p.m.
3:00 p.m.
4:00 p.m.
6:00 p.m.
7:00 p.m.
(If neither of these dates work just let me know and we'll see if we can make something work on an alternate day/evening).
*I currently have "Spidey" costumes in the following sizes: 12/18 mos., 2T/3T, 4/5, 5/6, 7/8, 8/10, 10/12
To book a session please email me at [email protected] with "Spidey" Mini Session in the subject line or message me on Facebook. Indicate the date and time you prefer, the name(s) and age of the boy or girl to be photographed. Once we've settled on a date I'll send you a Paypal invoice for the $75 nonrefundable payment or deposit to book your session and get you on my calendar. Sessions are limited and will be filled on a first come first serve basis.
"Spidey" sessions" make such special gifts!!
Announcing 2026 Country Garden Mini Sessions!!
So happy to announce the dates for my 2026 Country Garden Mini Sessions! Sessions are limited so book your session today on one of the evenings listed below. Summer is a great time for outdoor portraits and my beautiful Country Garden is the perfect, colorful location for a fun/relaxed session to showcase your children, family or senior! I can't wait to help you create some beautiful memories to display proudly in your home and treasure always! All sessions will begin about an hour and half before sunset for the most beautiful light.

Sessions will be held on the following evenings:
July 12 (Sun.), 15 (Wed.)
July 18 (Sat.), 19 (Sun.)
July 24 (Fri.), 25 (Sat.)
July 29 (Wed.), 31 (Fri.)
August 7 ( Fri.), 8 (Sat.), 9 (Sun.)
August 21 (Fri.)
August 28 (Fri.), 29 (Sat.)
September 4 (Fri.), 5 (Sat.)
September 12 (Sat.), 13 (Sun.)
September 19 (Sat.)
Child Mini Sessions will last up to 15 minutes for up to 3 children ($10 for each additional child) - 5 digital images with print release for $125.
Family/Couple Mini Sessions will last up to 30 minutes and are for up to 5 people ($10 for each additional person) - 8 digital images with print release for $175.
If we end up with more than the 5 or 8 promised beautiful images - clients will have the option to purchase 5 additional images for $50.
A $75 deposit is required for all Mini Sessions to lock in your session date and get you on my calendar.
*There's also always the option to book a Full session for up to 60 minutes which includes a minimum of 15 images (usually more like 18-20) with print release for $300. These sessions are for up to 5 people in one family. Full sessions can be booked on evenings other than those listed above. A $100 deposit is required for Full Sessions. Contact me for pricing for Extended Family Sessions.
To book a session please email me at [email protected] with “Child Country Garden Mini”, "Family Country Garden Mini" or "Country Garden Full Session" in the subject line and indicate the evening you prefer. Once we’ve settled on a date I’ll send you a Paypal invoice for the $75 nonrefundable deposit to get you on my calendar. Sessions are limited and will be filled on a first come first serve basis so book your preferred date today!!
These sessions sold out fast last the past few years so book your session today!
Announcing Mother's Day Mini Portrait Sessions
Session Fee: $100
Number of Images: 4
Time Invested: 10-15 minutes
Beautiful Mother's Day Portraits: PRICELESS!!
Not sure what to get your Mom, daughter or wife for Mother's Day? How about a Mother's Day photo session? Mom's - don't be afraid to drop a little hint LOL!! Getting Mom in the picture and capturing her love for her children is what these sessions are all about!
$100 |15 minutes | 4 digital images | Mom and up to 3 children ($10 for each additional child)
Galleries will consist of 4-6 digital images - you'll pick your favorite 4 with the option to purchase additional images for $10 each.
My beautiful Blooming Room background will set the stage for beautiful pictures of Mom and her little (or not so little) ones.


Blooming Room Background

Lots of colors look beautiful with this background!!
To book a session email me at [email protected] with Mother's Day Mini in the subject line and indicate the date and time you prefer, the names and ages of the children to be photographed with you. A deposit of $50 is required to get you on my calendar with the balance due at your session.
Sessions are limited and will be filled on a first come first serve basis so book
your preferred date and time today!!
Available Dates and Time Slots:
Friday, April 24: 6:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, April 25: 11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Friday, May 1: 6:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, May 2: 11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m.
All images will be available via digital download within 48 hours of your session.
I can't wait to take some beautiful, keepsake portraits of you and your children!!
“Enchanted” Mini Sessions
“Enchanted” – to fill someone with great delight; charm
I can't even describe how exciting it's been the last few years seeing the wide eyes of all my beautiful clients as they walk into my studio and see all the beautiful gowns and crowns on display. My "Enchanted" Gown Collection has tripled in size over the past 3 years with over 75 gowns to choose from! Something new in all sizes and many couture dresses!
"Enchanted" mini sessions are fun, speciality sessions where girls can dress up in two of the beautiful gowns from my "Enchanted" Gown Collection (click link to view sizes 3-14, some ladies S), add some accessories and feel like a model/princess as I give them posing direction throughout the session.
After the session I choose one image to artistically insert into a magical “Enchanted” digital background to create a one of kind composite portrait (see examples below).
Option 1:
$150 | 30-45 minutes | for 2 girls (sisters, cousins and NOW best friends as well) | choice of 2 dresses for each girl | 5 specialty studio images | 1 "Enchanted" digital composite image
Option 2:
$75 | 15-20 minutes | 1 girl | choice of 2 dresses |2 speciality studio images | 1 "Enchanted" digital composite image
Please contact me for pricing for sessions with more than 2 girls.
Option 1 galleries will consist of 6-10 images, Option 2 galleries will consist of 3-6 images, you'll be able to choose your favorite 6 (Option 1) or 3 (Option 2) and can purchase additional images for $10 each.
A $75 deposit is required for Option 1 and full payment for Option 2 to lock in your session and get you on my calendar.
Available Dates and Times:
April 4 (Saturday) 11:00 and 2:00 and 6:00 p.m.
April 11 (Saturday) 11:00 and 2:00 and 4:00 p.m.
April 12 (Sunday) 2:00 and 4:30 and 6:00 p.m.
If none of these times work just let me know and I'll see if I can make an evening session work on one of these dates.
To book a session please message me on Facebook or email me at [email protected] with "Enchanted" Mini Session Option 1 or Option 2 in the subject line, indicate the date and time you prefer and the name and age(s) of the girl(s) to be photographed. Once we've settled on a date I'll send you a Paypal invoice for the $75 nonrefundable deposit for Option 1 or $75 full payment for Option 2 to get you on my calendar.
These Mini Sessions sold out fast last year - book your preferred date and time today.
Before and After Examples of Studio and Composite Images


I can't wait to take some "Enchanted" portraits of your beautiful girls!
Here's a peek at what my studio looks like for "Enchanted" Mini Sessions! (Dressing room included)

"Wicked for Good" Inspired Mini Sessions
"They Need Someone To Be Wicked—So That You Can Be Good."
Calling all Glinda and Elphaba fans for the second year of my “Wicked” inspired mini sessions. Wicked for Good and the first Wicked movie won the hearts of many young girls. During these sessions girls will have the chance to dress in a big, pink, fluffy gown as Glinda (bubble wand optional) or in a witch dress/cape and hat or black gown and crown as Elphaba (broom optional). My new Emerald City background will bring these unique sessions to life! All costumes and props are included in sizes 4-12. Come as you are and be transformed into the world of Oz!
This year's background - Emerald City

My studio has been transformed - come experience the magic of Oz - here's a sneak peek!
Note: The pictures below are from last year with a different background but shared to show costumes, props and sample images

Option 1:
$150 | 30-45 minutes | for 2 girls (sisters, cousins or best friends) | choice of 2 dresses for each girl | 6 studio images
Option 2:
$75 | 15-20 minutes | 1 girl | choice of 2 dresses |3 studio images
Option 1 galleries will consist of 6-10 images, Option 2 galleries will consist of 3-6 images, you'll be able to choose your favorite 6 (Option 1) or 3 (Option 2) and will be able to purchase additional images for $10 each.
A $75 deposit is required for Option 1 and full payment for Option 2 to lock in your session and get on my calendar.
Available Dates and Times:
March 7 (Saturday) 11:00 and 2:00
March 8 (Sunday) 2:00 and 4:30
March 14 (Saturday) 11:00 and 2:00
March 15 (Sunday) 2:00 and 4:30
To book a session please message me on Facebook or email me at [email protected] with "Wicked" Mini Session Option 1 or Option 2 in the subject line, indicate the date and time you prefer and the name and age(s) of the girl(s) to be photographed. Once we've settled on a date I'll send you a Paypal invoice for the $75 nonrefundable deposit for Option 1 or $75 full payment for Option 2 to get you on my calendar.


These Mini Sessions are limited so book your preferred date and time today.
I can't wait to take some fun "Wicked" portraits of your beautiful girls!