AnneMarie Hamant
In-Home Photographer
Main Line Family Photography
Main Line Lifestyle Photographer
Main Line
Philly Family Photographer
With so many beautiful homes along the Philadelphia Main Line, photographing your family in your own space is a meaningful alternative to a public outdoor location. You will always look back on the home you spent child-rearing years in, and the children will love to remember this space.
"SHE DOESN'T JUST PRODUCE PHOTOS, SHE MIRRORS LOVE and BEAUTY IN THE PUREST FORM."
She truly captures the essence of my family, and is an absolute delight to work with. I trust her, and she has NEVER let me down... our experience has only gotten better, which continues to deepen my reverence for her work.
— Mira Bayonne
The MAIN LINE PORTFOLIO
No permits, fighting crowds, or weather constraints. Kids are often most comfortable in your home. Your home holds special meaning and is unique.
Additional In-Home Galleries
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Main Line Philadelphia
Backyard Family Session
As a family photographer in Philadelphia PA, I love capturing families at home in their own curated space. There truly is no studio better than your own home!
Main Line Philadelphia
A session to remember the Chestnut Hill home you raised your children in, before downsizing and moving on to the next life stage.
Backyard Family Session
Main Line Philadelphia
In-Home Family Session
The more playful you are together, the better the outcome during our time together in your home. Embrace the kids being kids!
Main Line Philadelphia
Family photo Session
Your Main Line or Philly area home is the perfect canvas for your family photos.
Not at all. I’m drawn to homes that feel lived-in and real. Light, connection, and movement matter far more than décor. I’ll help you choose the best spaces, and we’ll work with what you already have.
That’s completely okay. We only use a few areas, and I guide you on simple, realistic tweaks if needed. Some of my favorite images are made in the coziest homes.
Often, yes—because they’re comfortable. Being in a familiar space helps kids relax and be themselves, which leads to more natural, connected moments.
Everything from quiet snuggles and everyday routines to playful energy, backyard adventures, and yes—even pool jumps or cocktails on the patio if that’s your vibe.
If you value meaning over perfection, want images that reflect real life, or simply love the idea of documenting your family where your memories are made—an in-home session may be the perfect fit.
Yes. You’ll receive the complete, fully edited gallery—no image selection stress or upselling.
All images receive my standard professional retouching, including removal of temporary blemishes and natural skin refinement. If you need anything custom edited, just let me know in advance so we can discuss expectations (this is very rare).
We stay in close communication as your session approaches. I only reschedule for true storms or unsafe conditions.
If weather looks questionable—but workable—we often adjust the session start time earlier on the same day. This approach preserves light, avoids incoming weather, and—most importantly—minimizes disruption to travel plans for families visiting the beach for a limited time.
Yes. I’ll guide you toward my preferred Rehoboth beach area locations that work best based on:
- Group size
- Mobility needs
- Time of day and lighting
- Crowds and beach access
- My goal is always to balance beauty with ease, especially for extended families.
Absolutely. Styling support is included. You’re welcome to email or text during the planning stage, and I’m happy to help coordinate outfits across multiple families so everything feels cohesive without being overly “matched.”
Yes, you’re welcome to print your images independently. If you do, I recommend choosing a professional-quality printer and disabling any automatic color correction. That said, print quality can vary widely, which is why I also offer professionally produced prints and heirloom products that are color-matched and crafted to last.
If you value meaning over perfection, want images that reflect real life, or simply love the idea of documenting your family where your memories are made—an in-home session may be the perfect fit.
Still unsure? I’m always happy to talk through whether an in-home session feels right for your family!
How do we know if an in-home session is right for us?
Everything from quiet snuggles and everyday routines to playful energy, backyard adventures, and yes—even pool jumps or cocktails on the patio if that’s your vibe.
What kinds of moments do you photograph at home?
Often, yes—because they’re comfortable. Being in a familiar space helps kids relax and be themselves, which leads to more natural, connected moments.
Will the kids actually cooperate at home?
That’s completely okay. We only use a few areas, and I guide you on simple, realistic tweaks if needed. Some of my favorite images are made in the coziest homes.
What if our house feels small or cluttered?
Not at all. I’m drawn to homes that feel lived-in and real. Light, connection, and movement matter far more than décor. I’ll help you choose the best spaces, and we’ll work with what you already have.
Do we need a perfectly styled home?
FAQs
Heirloom Keepsakes
Deciding what to do with your photos can be overwhelming.
Life is busy, especially with little ones, and for some of us, DIY does not come easy. There are hundreds of family photos to do something with. I offer complimentary frame and album design so you can spend more time enjoying the images we create and less time feeling guilty that you never got around to making last year's album.
