Photography That Celebrates Your People, Your Pets, and Your Big Moments
I’m Aimee, your photographer, professional hype girl, and memory preserver. Seniors, pets, branding, families, and weddings, all captured with heart.
Based in Raleigh, North Carolina
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Pardon Our Dust, the Pretty Version Is Coming
We are busy building a brand new website worthy of the beautiful faces (and fur babies) we photograph. In the meantime, everything you need to know is right here on this page, and booking is very much open. Reach out below and let’s make something wonderful together!
Real Moments, Beautifully Told
Aimee Sue Photography is a boutique photography studio serving Raleigh, North Carolina and beyond. My whole heart goes into creating joyful, true-to-you imagery, whether that is a high school senior stepping into their confidence, a dog who absolutely will not sit still (I love those the most), a business owner ready for photos as polished as their brand, a family growing year by year, or a couple saying I do.
Every session is built around you: relaxed direction, real laughter, and finished artwork you will treasure, from heirloom albums to wall art that makes your house feel even more like home.
See What I PhotographSessions Made for You
Five specialties, one promise: photos full of personality, connection, and joy.
Seniors
High school and college seniors, styled and directed so you actually look like you. Custom heirloom albums included.
Pets
Studio and outdoor portraits of your four-legged family members, chaos and zoomies happily welcomed.
Families
Sessions that capture your family exactly as you are right now, giggles, snuggles, and all.
Weddings
Heartfelt wedding photography from a calm, experienced guide who treats your day like the treasure it is.
Branding
Headshots and brand imagery that show off the person behind the business, polished and personable.
From Clients Who Became Friends
★★★★★
“I have known Aimee for sometime as a fellow business owner, but I have not used her services. Until now. She did my headshots, and that was a great experience, but where she shines (in my opinion) are the pet portraits. I have four basket case dogs and we stormed her studio on a Sunday morning, waiting no more than 23 seconds before overturning an entire bowl of water on her floor. One dog was stealing tennis balls from her athlete’s bin, another was too shy to even look at her, the third was constantly stealing entire bags of treats, and the fourth tried (and almost succeeded) to bite her. She took all of it with a smile, even if she was crying on the inside. I have yet to see the final product, I will post here when I do, but I know all the photos will be amazing. I highly recommend Aimee, unless I have run her out of business …”Caitlynne G.
“We first met Aimee when she beautifully photographed our wedding. Over the past 10 years, she has continued to photograph our family as it has grown. Aimee has captured moments and memories that I will treasure forever, and her stunning photographs are now hanging all over our home. I will always be grateful to know exactly who to call whenever we want to capture our family’s special milestones. I cannot recommend her enough”Veronica H.
“Aimee Sue was great with our son for his graduation photos. She pulled the best out of him and also accommodated including his car and our dog. The photos came out great, and it was a wonderful experience!”Cory L.
Rated 5.0 stars across 229 client reviews.
Runway to Home
Foster photoshoots and foster sponsorships are my way of giving back. Through Runway to Home, foster pets get their moment in front of my camera, and sponsors help make it all possible. It is hands down some of the most heart-filling work I do.
Frequently Asked Questions
While the full website is under construction, here are answers to the things clients ask most.
What types of photography do you offer?
Aimee Sue Photography specializes in five session types: high school and college seniors, pets, branding and headshots, families, and weddings. If your dream session does not fit neatly into one of those boxes, reach out anyway. Chances are we can make it happen.
Do you photograph schools, sports, media days, and leagues?
Yes! All of that lives with my second company, Photo Mavens, which handles school and volume photography of every flavor. Think preschool and pre-K, elementary through high school, sports leagues and teams, media days, dance studios, cheer studios, karate studios, band, robotics teams, and pretty much anything else with a roster and a picture day.
Head over to photomavens.com to inquire, and we will take great care of your group.
What do your Portrait Collections include?
Every Portrait Collection includes professionally edited digital images and a session built entirely around you. These collections apply to every session type except weddings, events, and full-day branding (those are priced hourly, see below). There are five collections to choose from:
- Collection A ($558 starting investment): up to 45 minutes of shooting, 1 location, 20 digital images
- Collection B ($878 starting investment): up to 90 minutes of shooting, up to 2 locations, 45 digital images
- Collection C ($1,328 starting investment): up to 120 minutes of shooting, up to 2 locations, 60 digital images, plus a gifted 11×14 print
- Collection D ($1,898 starting investment): up to 180 minutes of shooting, up to 3 locations, 80 digital images, plus a gifted 11×14 print and a custom Accordion Book
- Collection E ($2,598 starting investment): up to 240 minutes of shooting, up to 4 locations, 100 digital images, plus a gifted 11×14 print, a Trifold Display, and a custom Accordion Book
Want an heirloom album with that? Luxury layflat albums are available a la carte, see the album question below!
Do the collections come with gifts?
They do, starting with Collection C! Collection C includes a gifted 11×14 print. Collection D includes a gifted 11×14 print plus a custom Accordion Book. And Collection E includes a gifted 11×14 print, a Trifold Display, and a custom Accordion Book. These are real pieces of finished artwork, not coupons or credits, so you walk away with something beautiful in your hands.
Do you offer professional hair and makeup?
Yes! Professional hair and makeup can be added to any collection for $275. And a styling design meeting with me is always free, because planning your looks is half the fun.
How does pricing work for weddings, events, and full-day branding?
Hourly coverage is $528 per hour for up to 4 hours, and every hourly booking includes ALL of your digital images. Celebrations that need more than 4 hours book the Nine-Hour Collection ($5,588), which includes nine hours of coverage, a second shooter, all of your digital images, PLUS a supplementary session: in-studio headshots or an engagement session, your choice.
Do you offer payment plans?
Yes! Payment plans are always available, at no extra cost and 0% interest.
What is an Encore Session?
Because your story doesn’t end at one shoot! An Encore Session is a 45-minute return session for $199, and it unlocks with Collection B and above. Think sunflower fields, prom, graduation, sports, a studio look, fake snow, or just because. It includes 10 new digital images (more available), and they can be added straight into your album so your design lasts all year. Book as many Encore Sessions as you wish within 365 days of your session date. Not sure if something qualifies? Just reach out, it probably does.
Can I add more images or album spreads to my collection?
Absolutely, every collection can grow with you. Additional album spreads are $45 per spread, sold in pairs. Additional digital images are priced better the more you add: 1 additional image is $85, a set of 5 is $375 ($75 each), a set of 10 is $700 ($70 each), and a full gallery unlock is $1,500.
Bonus: unlock your entire gallery early for just $499 (a $1,500 value) when paid in full before your design date.
Tell me about your luxury albums!
My luxury layflat albums are the heirloom piece your gallery deserves. Each one comes with a slipcase and 15 spreads, custom designed with your selected digital images from your collection. The 9×12 is $758 and the 10×14 is $958. Want it bigger? Additional spreads are $45 per spread, sold in pairs.
What custom books do you offer?
Two favorites! The Custom Vogue Magazine ($175) is a magazine-style keepsake starring you, and Accordion Books ($65 each, or a set of 3 for $195) are little fold-out books perfect for desks, purses, and grandparents.
What wall art do you offer?
The Wall Art Menu features four finishes: Fine Art Heirloom, Edge Heirloom, Modern Metal, and Polished Acrylic, in sizes from 11×14 (starting at $80) up to 30×40. Prefer something desk-sized? Displays and cards include Acrylic Blocks ($240), Trifold Triplex Displays ($125), Duolite Desk Displays ($110), Metal Desk Prints ($33), and 25 Custom Graduation Cards ($77).
Every physical artwork purchase also includes a complimentary web-resolution digital copy for social sharing.
What is a Curated Canvas?
A Curated Canvas is a pre-designed canvas wall gallery, the easiest way to turn a blank wall into a showstopper. Choose from 13 signature layouts ranging from $410 to $1,370, each designed to hang together beautifully with zero guesswork.
What is a Framed Collage?
Framed collages are ready-to-hang framed wall galleries in three signature styles: Classic (timeless square prints), Editorial (unique, one-of-a-kind layouts), and Signature (fully personalized design created around your images and your wall). Pricing starts at $440 for a 3-piece Classic and ranges up to $1,450 for the 11-piece Signature. Every collage is framed in your choice of wood or metal with cotton matting included; fabric matting is available for an upcharge.
Where are you located, and do you travel?
Aimee Sue Photography is based in the Raleigh, North Carolina area, but I will go ANYWHERE. Seriously, anywhere. Depending on your collection, sessions can take place at one or multiple locations. For travel, anything past 200 miles will require a hotel stay, and anything over 300 miles will require a flight or train. Have a dream spot in mind? Let’s make it happen!
Do you offer mini sessions?
Yes! Mini sessions are available and ready to book right now. You can see current mini session offerings and grab your spot right here.
What is the Brand Icon Team?
The Brand Icon Team is my ambassador program for seniors and for teens in 6th through 9th grade, and it’s a team where the photos are just the bonus. Members enjoy monthly photoshoots with digital images included, creative and stylized concept shoots, destination shoots, leadership and personal growth opportunities, and a built-in circle of friends from different schools. Applications open on a limited basis, so use the inquiry form below to get all the details and find out when the next application window opens!
Do you offer subscriptions?
I do, and they are such a fun way to keep fresh photos coming all year!
- Content Subscription for Businesses ($250/month): photos and videos delivered to your business each month so you always have content to work with.
- Family Mini Subscription ($150/month): a mini session of your choice plus all of the digital images from that mini.
Want in? Reach out through the inquiry form below and we’ll get you set up.
How do I book a session?
Easy! Fill out the inquiry form below or email aimee@aimeesuephotography.com. We’ll chat about what you’re dreaming up, find a date, and get you on the calendar.
When will the full website be ready?
Soon! The brand new site, complete with full galleries, session details, and all the pretty things, is actively in the works. This page has everything you need in the meantime, and booking is open as usual.
Inquire With Aimee
Tell me a little about the session you’re dreaming of, and I’ll be in touch soon!
Prefer email? aimee@aimeesuephotography.com
Raleigh, North Carolina
@aimeesuephoto
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