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 "Pumpkin Front Porch" Fall Mini Sessions
Fall is in the air! Nothing says Fall like leaves and pumpkins - kids will have a blast interacting with my fun fall props during my "Pumpkin Front Porch" mini sessions!!
20 minutes (up to 3 children*) - $110 - 5 images
*($10 for each additional child)

Thanks to my beautiful little models Ainsley, Gwendolyn, Millie and Rosalyn for helping with these promo pictures!

Thanks to Ryker and Chayty for helping with these adorable promo pictures!
Dates and Available Time Slots:
September 28th (Saturday): 12:00, 1:00 and 2:00
September 29th (Sunday): 1:00, 2:00 and 3:00
October 5th (Saturday): 11:00, 12:00, 1:00 and 2:00
October 6th (Sunday): 1:00, 2:00 and 3:00
To book a Fall session private message or email me at [email protected] with "Pumpkin Front Porch" in the subject line and indicate the day and time you prefer with the name and age of each child to be photographed. Once we’ve settled on a date and time I’ll send you a Paypal invoice for the $60 nonrefundable deposit (to be paid within 24 hours) to lock in your session and get you on my calendar.
Sessions are limited so book your session on your preferred date and time today!
Announcing 2024 Country Garden Mini Sessions!!
So happy to announce the dates for my 2024 Country Garden Mini Sessions! Sessions are limited this year because of our summer travel plans 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 or family! 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.

My 2024 Country Garden Mini Session are all sold out - sorry. If you would like to be placed on my cancellation list just send me Facebook message or email - thanks.
July 12, 13
July 20
July 27, 28
August 9, 10
August 16
August 30, 31
September 6, 7
September 13, 14
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 $100.
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 $150.
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 all edited images from the session (15 minimum - usually more like 18-20 or more) with print release for $250. Full sessions can be booked on evenings other than those listed above . A $75 deposit is required for Full 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!
“Enchanted” Mini Sessions
“Enchanted” – to fill someone with great delight; charm
I can't even describe how exciting it was last year to see the wide eyes of all the girls as they walked into my studio and saw all the beautiful dresses and crowns on display. My "Enchanted" Dress Collection has doubled in size from last year! I'm so excited to have added 20 new dresses and 5 additional crowns!!! Something new in all sizes and several couture dresses!
"Enchanted" mini sessions are fun, speciality sessions where girls can dress up in one of the beautiful dresses from my "Enchanted" Dress Collection (sizes 4-14) (or bring a dress of their own), add some accessories and feel like a model 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:
$110 | 30 minutes | up to 2 sisters (best friend option only available with "Enchanted" Experience Sessions| choice of 1 dress | 5 specialty studio images | 1 "Enchanted" digital composite image
Option 2:
$60 | 10-15 minutes | 1 girl | choice of 1 dress |2 speciality studio images | 1 "Enchanted" digital composite image
Option 1 galleries will consist of 6-8 images, Option 2 galleries will consist of 3-5 images, you'll be able to choose your favorite 5 (Option 1) or 3 (Option 2) with the option to purchase additional images for $10 each.
A $60 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:
March 2 (Saturday) 11:00 and 2:00
March 3 (Sunday) 2:00
March 9 (Saturday) 11:00 and 2:00
March 10 (Sunday) 2:00
March 16 (Saturday) 11:00 and 2:00
March 23 (Saturday) 2:00
April 6 (Saturday) 11:00 and 2:00
April 7 (Sunday) 2:00
April 13 (Saturday) 2:30
April 14 (Sunday) 2:00 and 3:00
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 $60 nonrefundable deposit for Option 1 or $60 full payment for Option 2 to get you on my calendar.
These Mini Sessions are limited and sold out fast last year - book your preferred date and time today.
Sample "Enchanted" Studio Images

Sample "Enchanted" Composite Images created with images from above

You can view more "Enchanted" portraits here
I can't wait to take portraits of your beautiful girls!
Here's a peek at what my studio looks like for an upcoming 9th Birthday "Enchanted" Experience session!!

Announcing "Tattoo Parlor" Valentine Mini Sessions
Come down to the Tattoo Parlor and show off your ink for these rock'n, fun Valentine's minis!! Child size tattoo sleeves and "Mom" tattoos will be available for use or come ready with your own ink (Amazon has great temporary tattoo and tattoo sleeve options)!! All are welcome - Bad boys, Biker babes, Rockers, Greasers, Skaters, Rockabilly, Hiphop, Punk, etc. - have fun with it!!
20 minutes (up to 3 children*) - $110 - 5 images
*($10 for each additional child)


Thanks to sweet Chayty for helping with these adorable promo pictures!
Dates and Available Time Slots:
January 27th (Saturday): 11:00, 12:00, 1:00, 2:00, 3:00 and 4:00
January 28th (Sunday): 1:00, 2:00, 3:00, 4:00
February 3rd (Saturday) 11:00, 12:00, 1:00, 2:00, 3:00 and 4:00
February 4th (Sunday) 1:00, 2:00, 3:00 and 4:00
To book a Valentine session private message or email me at [email protected] with "Tattoo Parlor" in the subject line and indicate the day and time you prefer with the name and age of each child to be photographed. Once we’ve settled on a date and time I’ll send you a Paypal invoice for the $60 nonrefundable deposit (to be paid within 24 hours) to lock in your session and get you on my calendar. All images will be available via digital download within 72 hours of your session.
Sessions are limited so book your session on your preferred date and time today!
There has to be zero tolerance for illness. If ANYONE is sick you will need to reschedule - thanks!
2023 Christmas Mini Sessions
If you’re thinking about wanting some special holiday pictures of your little ones (or family) – now is the time to book a mini session so you’ll have pictures for holiday cards and to give as beautiful gifts to those you love!!
Child only sessions - 20 minutes (up to 3 children*) - $110 - 5 images
Family sessions - 30 minutes (up to 5 people*) $160 - 8 images
*($10 for each additional person)
My beautiful studio backgrounds this year are the "Urban Pine Candle Mantel" room and the "Christmas Eve Wish" bed option (great for pajama pictures). You can choose one background or a combination of both.
For sessions where I end up with more than the stated 5 or 8 images - I will notify clients of the option to purchase 5 additional images for $50.
To book a session email me at [email protected] with “Child Mini” or "Family Mini" in the subject line and indicate the day and time you prefer. Once we’ve settled on a date and time I’ll send you a Paypal invoice for the $60 nonrefundable deposit to lock in your session and get you on my calendar. All images will be available via digital download within 72 hours of your session so you’ll have plenty of time to order prints and send your Christmas cards out on time!
Sessions are limited and normally sell out fast so book your session on your preferred date and time today!!
Dates and Available Time Slots:
November 12 (Sunday): 1:00, 2:30, 4:00
November 18 (Saturday): 11:30, 1:30, 3:00
November 19 (Sunday): 1:00, 2:30, 4:00
December 2 (Saturday): 11:30, 1:30, 3:00
December 3 (Sunday): 1:00, 2:30, 4:00
December 9 (Saturday): 11:30, 1:30, 3:00
December 10 (Sunday): 1:00, 2:30, 4:00
"Urban Pine Candle Mantle" Room


"Christmas Eve Wish" Bed


Many thanks to my sweet grandchildren for helping me shoot these promo pictures❤️
I can't wait to work with you to capture some beautiful holiday memories!! ~Kathy~
There has to be zero tolerance for illness. If ANYONE is sick you will need to reschedule - thanks😊