Business Details
22 Years
experience
Your Trusted Milwaukee Family & Senior Photographer
Christine Plamann Photo has been capturing authentic moments for Milwaukee families since 2004. Our approach prioritizes natural, unposed interactions that reflect the true essence of childhood, family dynamics, and individual personalities. With expertise in maternity, newborn, senior, and headshot photography, we offer tailored sessions to suit diverse needs and budgets. Our Signature Sessions provide comprehensive on-location experiences, while Portrait Day offers accessible mini-sessions for children. As a photographer with over two decades of experience, I specialize in making subjects feel comfortable while delivering high-quality images that preserve life's milestones.We serve hundreds of seniors annually through three distinct session formats, balancing structured guidance with creative flexibility. Clients receive prompt delivery of digital files, professional retouching, and personalized support throughout the ordering process. Our studio in Walker's Point offers convenient yearbook photo services alongside custom portrait solutions. Through hands-on workshops and online resources, we also empower aspiring photographers to master creative techniques. Every session emphasizes genuine connection over rigid posing, ensuring images that evoke lasting emotional resonance.
Services
Family Photography
Senior Portraits
Headshots
Portrait Day Sessions
Photography Classes
Yearbook Photos
On-Location Shoots
Studio Sessions
Digital File Sales
Print Services
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- 20+ years documenting Milwaukee families with genuine, unposed photography
- Three senior session types accommodating diverse comfort levels and schedules
- Over 100 high school seniors photographed annually with personalized approaches
- Flexible session formats from quick MINI sessions to comprehensive Signature Sessions
- Prompt delivery of professionally retouched digital files within three weeks
What people say
Genuine expressions
Excellent quality
Treasured possessions
Works magic with kids
Prompt file delivery
Services
Family Photography
Documenting authentic family connections through natural, unposed sessions. Our photographers capture candid interactions and milestone moments in home environments or scenic outdoor locations. Sessions include newborn introductions, multi-generational portraits, and seasonal celebrations. The process prioritizes comfort over rigid posing, ensuring images that reflect true family dynamics while maintaining technical excellence in lighting and composition.
Senior Portraits
Comprehensive senior photography packages tailored to individual personalities. Offering three distinct session formats from quick MINI sessions to full-day experiences with multiple outfit changes. Services include location selection guidance, wardrobe consultation, and yearbook photo coordination. The approach balances structured direction with spontaneous moments to showcase each senior's unique character through professional-grade imagery and retouching services.
Headshots
Corporate and personal branding headshots with customized styling guidance. Sessions focus on conveying professional identity through strategic composition and lighting techniques. Available in-studio or on-location at client offices, with options for individual and group portraits. Includes pre-session consultation for wardrobe selection and expression guidance, delivering polished images optimized for digital profiles and print materials.
Portrait Day Sessions
Affordable, high-energy mini-sessions held seasonally for children's portraits. No session fee required with flexible purchase options for digital files and prints. Designed for quick, fun photo sessions capturing candid expressions and natural interactions. Ideal for updating family holiday cards or building portrait collections with multiple outfit changes in a single session.
Photography Classes
Hands-on photography education for enthusiasts of all skill levels. Monthly Coffee + Cameras workshops cover technical fundamentals and creative techniques in a collaborative environment. Private mentoring available for personalized instruction. Curriculum includes camera operation, lighting principles, and composition strategies, complemented by online resources and downloadable guides for continued learning.
People
Christine Plamann
Photographer & Owner
Award-winning Milwaukee-based photographer with 20+ years documenting families and seniors. Specializes in natural light portraiture and creating comfortable client experiences. Teaches monthly photography workshops while maintaining an active blog with educational resources.
Questions
When should we schedule senior photos?
Schedule at least six weeks before yearbook deadlines. Summer before senior year works best for optimal date availability and lighting conditions.
What happens if it rains during our session?
We'll reschedule if needed, with flexibility to accommodate Milwaukee's unpredictable weather patterns while maintaining open calendar slots for such situations.
How many outfit changes should we bring?
2-3 outfits recommended depending on session type, with guidance available for coordinating looks that reflect personal style and session goals.
Do you offer yearbook photo services?
Yes, quick studio sessions available for yearbook requirements either before or after regular portrait sessions at our Walker's Point location.
How long until we receive our photos?
Galleries delivered within three weeks, with sneak peeks available on social media within days following the session upon client permission.
Can we choose session locations?
Yes, we'll discuss location options that match your style, including multiple Milwaukee-area parks, urban settings, and our studio space.
