Business Details
27 Years
experience
Your Family Deserves Timeless Fine Art Portraits
At Photos By Kathryn, we believe family portraits are timeless works of art meant to be cherished and displayed. Since 1999, we have specialized in creating fine art portraits of families, children, pets, and multigenerational groups, designed to complement your home's decor. Our process begins with a personalized consultation to understand your vision, followed by a relaxed portrait session that captures authentic moments. We oversee every detail from large-format printing and framing to installation, using archival materials and museum-grade techniques.Our clients value our commitment to quality, from the initial concept to the final presentation of their portraits. We take pride in building lasting relationships with families who return year after year to document their evolving stories. Our studio in Vancouver serves local clients and international families who travel to us for our expertise. Every session is an opportunity to create art that reflects your family's unique journey, ensuring your memories are preserved with elegance and care.
Services
Family Portraits
Pet Portraits
Corporate Portraits
Fine Art Albums
Gallery Wall Art
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We offer a fully curated portrait experience from consultation to installation.
- Our team uses archival materials and museum-grade framing techniques.
- We specialize in capturing authentic moments with children and pets.
- We have served Vancouver families since 1999 with personalized service.
- Our process includes collaboration with interior designers for seamless decor integration.
Services
Family Portraits
Our family portraits capture authentic moments with a fine art approach. Sessions include personalized planning, professional photography, and curated wall art creation. We specialize in multigenerational portraits that document family evolution over time.
Pet Portraits
Pet portraits preserve your furry family members in museum-quality displays. Our sessions focus on capturing pets' unique personalities through natural interactions and professional lighting techniques in our Vancouver studio.
Fine Art Albums
Custom-designed heirloom albums preserve your portraits in archival-quality books. Each album combines multiple years' worth of images into cohesive narratives with hand-curated layouts and premium materials.
Gallery Wall Art
Custom wall art collections transform multiple portraits into cohesive displays. Our designers create optimal layouts using archival prints and premium framing materials for complete home decor integration.
Corporate Portraits
Professional corporate portraits capture team dynamics and executive presence. Sessions include individual and group compositions with styling options that reflect company branding and professional standards.
People
Kathryn Langsford
Founder & Lead Photographer
Self-taught photographer and entrepreneur with 24 years of experience. Specializes in capturing authentic family moments and creating fine art portraits for Vancouver's prominent families.
Questions
What is included in the portrait session fee?
Session fees include time with the photographer, styling guidance, and a credit toward fine art products. Specific credit amounts vary by session type.
Do you work with international clients?
Yes, we welcome international clients who travel to Vancouver for sessions. Our process accommodates remote consultations and shipping arrangements for finished artwork.
What materials do you use for printing?
We use archival pigment inks on cotton rag paper with Italian wood moldings and UV-protective glass for framed pieces, and gallery wrap canvases for contemporary displays.
Can I get digital files of my portraits?
Digital files are available after a $3500 fine art purchase for $1975. Our primary focus remains on creating physical artwork rather than digital collections.
Do you offer installation services?
Yes, we provide professional installation for all wall art purchases to ensure perfect spacing, alignment, and wall protection during the hanging process.
Reviews (5)
Karin Sweeney
Jul 01, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Simply the best photographer in Vancouver for capturing children and families. Kathryn gives you treasured works of art that will last a lifetime. From start to finish, I cannot recommend PBK high enough!
Simply the best photographer in Vancouver for capturing children and families. Kathryn gives you treasured works of art that will last a lifetime. From start to finish, I cannot recommend PBK high enough!
Naz Taylor
May 30, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
The walls in our home are covered with family photos captured by Kathryn throughout the years. Canvases, frames, plaques, you name it! She is a true talent and we have been over the moon with her incredible work year after year! Naz + Geoff Taylor
The walls in our home are covered with family photos captured by Kathryn throughout the years. Canvases, frames, plaques, you name it! She is a true talent and we have been over the moon with her incredible work year after year! Naz + Geoff Taylor
Fiona Hanson
May 28, 2021
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There is no photographer in Vancouver as gifted as Kathryn and there is no one I would trust more than her to take my family photos. Kathryn has the ability to capture in such a rare way special family moments, while at the same time capturing the uniqueness of each family member. From the moment we walk into her studio, Kathryn is completely focused on ensuring that my family have the most positive experience. My family and I have been going to Kathryn for over 10 years and I have never once been disappointed. Kathryns attention to detail and utmost professionalism ensures that the customer
Andrea Jacob
May 17, 2021
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Kathryn reinvents your family into fine art. Her version of family portraits capture those fleeting moments into something you can treasure for years. Absolutely recommend!
Katherine Bailey
May 14, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness
Kathryn is a true artist! She has been capturing amazing photos of my children since they were newborns. She is great with new moms, infants and small children, putting everyone at ease during the photo session and ensuring their comfort. Her photos are personal works of art of your family!
Kathryn is a true artist! She has been capturing amazing photos of my children since they were newborns. She is great with new moms, infants and small children, putting everyone at ease during the photo session and ensuring their comfort. Her photos are personal works of art of your family!
