Family Portrait Photographer in Cheyenne, Wyoming
Capturing your family's legacy with professional portraits in our downtown studio, at your home, or on location throughout Cheyenne and Laramie County. We make professional family portraits convenient, comfortable, and fun!
Professional Family Photography Services
We offer three distinct ways to capture your family photos to ensure the experience fits your lifestyle and vision.
In-Studio Sessions
Located in downtown Cheyenne, our studio is ideal for classic, clean portraits. This fully-equipped environment features professional lighting and backdrops, perfect for creating timeless heirlooms regardless of the weather.
Fully Mobile Studio (We Come to You)
Perfect for busy families, our Fully Mobile Studio brings the professional experience right to your home or preferred indoor location anywhere in the Cheyenne area. We handle the setup, so you don't have to travel.
On-Location & Outdoor Portraits
Let's utilize the stunning Laramie County landscape! We love capturing families at beautiful local parks or outdoor spots of your choice. We know the best locations and times for capturing beautiful images in our unique Wyoming light.
Why Choose Matthew Idler?
We provide a seamless and high-quality photography experience from start to finish.
25 Years of Proven Expertise: You benefit from two and a half decades of professional experience. This depth of knowledge guarantees we can expertly handle any lighting challenge, complex family dynamic, or technical requirement to deliver consistently stunning results.
Local Expertise: Proudly serving Cheyenne, we know the area intimately.
Stress-Free Experience: Expert guidance on wardrobe, posing, and session flow ensures an enjoyable time for everyone, especially children and large groups.
High-Quality Artwork: We deliver stunning, edited portraits designed to be printed and displayed as timeless family heirlooms.
Investment & Packages
Investing in professional family portraits means investing in memories that will last a lifetime. We offer tiered packages to suit various family needs and budgets, providing both digital files and high-quality printed artwork.
Studio Family Portrait Session Packages
Studio Classic Package - $500
Duration: 30-minute session in the studio.
Groupings: 2-3 groups (see list below).
Deliverables: 5 high-resolution digital images.
Studio Premium Package - $650
Duration: 60-minute session in the studio.
Groupings: 4-6 groups (see list below).
Deliverables: 8 high-resolution digital images.
Studio Legacy Package - $800
Duration: 90-minute session in the studio.
Groupings: 7-8 groups (see list below).
Deliverables: 10 high-resolution digital images.
On-Location Family Portrait Session Packages
On-Location Family Classic Package - $575
Duration: 30-minute session at your home or location of choice.
Groupings: 2-3 groups (see list below).
Deliverables: 5 high-resolution digital images.
On-Location Premium Package - $725
Duration: 60-minute session at your home or location of choice.
Groupings: 4-6 groups (see list below).
Deliverables: 8 high-resolution digital images.
On-Location Legacy Package - $875
Duration: 90-minute session at your home or location of choice.
Groupings: 7-8 groups (see list below).
Deliverables: 10 high-resolution digital images.
Important Package Notes
Additional Groups: Any groupings beyond the standard list or multiple generations not listed will incur a $100 fee per additional group.
Wardrobe Changes: To ensure time efficiency, each wardrobe change is considered an additional group and will be charged accordingly unless already specified in the package details.
What is Included in Every Session?
Pre-Session Consultation: We discuss wardrobe, style, location, and your vision for the final images.
Professional Expertise: Your session is led by Matthew Idler, leveraging 25 years of experience to capture genuine expressions.
On-Site Viewing: You will have the opportunity to view all images on our laptop immediately after portraits are created.
Expert Editing: Each selected image is professionally retouched to ensure stunning quality.
Online Viewing Gallery: A private gallery for easy viewing and ordering of additional prints/products.
Prints Available: High-quality professional prints are available for all images purchased digitally. Please contact us for a detailed print price list.
Planning Your Session: Possible Groupings & Shot Lists
To maximize your session time, we recommend pre-planning your desired groupings. We will work through this shot list during your session to ensure we capture every important relationship.
1. The Full Family & Primary Units
All Family: The entire group together (grandparents, all adult children, and all grandchildren).
Parents and Kids: The main nuclear family unit(s).
All Adults: A portrait of all adult family members together.
2. The Grandparents (Generational Portraits)
Grandparents Only: A dedicated portrait of the couple.
Grandparents and Their Kids: The grandparents pictured with their adult children.
Grandparents and Grandkids: The grandparents pictured with all of their grandchildren.
3. The Younger Generation
All Grandkids: A group portrait of all the cousins/grandchildren together.
Parents and Each Sibling: Individual photos of the parents with each child separately.
Siblings Only: All children within one nuclear family grouped together.
4. Individual Portraits
Individual Portraits of Kids: A separate portrait for each child.
Individual Portraits of Family Members: Individual portraits for any other key family member.
Ready to Book?
Let's discuss your vision for your family portraits! Contact us today to select the perfect package and schedule your family's portrait session.