Explore Our Experiences
Which Experience Is Right For You?
Every story is different with different needs.
Some stories are about family. Some are about personal milestones. Others are about preserving memories before they fade or helping a business communicate who they are and why they matter. At Dinkins Photography, we offer a variety of portrait and storytelling experiences, each designed around a specific purpose. Whether you're celebrating a season of life, preserving a family legacy, or building a professional brand, our goal is always the same: to create meaningful images and stories that deserve to be remembered.
Family Portrait
A reminder of the people you love most.
Now more than ever, family life moves really quickly. Children grow, relationships deepen, and the little moments that feel ordinary today often become the memories we treasure most. Our Family Portrait Experience is designed to celebrate the people who matter most. Through a relaxed and guided session, we create portraits that capture genuine connection, laughter, and love. The result is more than a collection of photographs—it's a visual reminder of the relationships that shape your family's story.
Family Stories
A voice and legacy future generations can experience firsthand.
Every family has stories worth preserving. The Family Celebration combines professional video, audio, photographs, and personal interviews to capture memories in your own words. Whether it's a grandparent sharing childhood memories, parents reflecting on family traditions, or loved ones recounting important moments, these stories become a priceless gift for future generations.
Long after details begin to fade, your voice, your expressions, personality and laughter remain available for your children, grandchildren, and those who come after you.
Branding
A clear and authentic representation of who you are and what you do.
People don't just buy products or services—they connect with stories. Our Branding Experience helps entrepreneurs, professionals, and small businesses communicate who they are, what they do, and why they do it. Through carefully crafted photography and visual storytelling, we create imagery that reflects your personality, values, and expertise.
Whether you're launching a new business, refreshing your website, or strengthening your online presence, we'll help create a visual identity that feels authentic and memorable.
Business Portrait
Confidence in how you present yourself professionally.
Your portrait is often your first introduction. A professional business portrait helps clients, employers, and colleagues see the person behind the title. Whether used on LinkedIn, company websites, speaking engagements, social media, or marketing materials, a strong portrait communicates confidence, professionalism, and approachability.
Our Business Portrait Experience is designed to create polished, natural images that reflect who you are while helping you make a strong first impression.
Everyday Angel
Recognition for a life that has positively impacted others.
Some people make a difference simply by being themselves. The Everyday Angel Experience celebrates individuals whose kindness, generosity, compassion, and quiet strength have positively impacted your life or the lives of others. These are the teachers, volunteers, caregivers, mentors, neighbors, and everyday heroes who often avoid the spotlight while making the world better around them.
Through portraiture and storytelling, we honor their contributions and preserve the legacy of their influence for family, friends, and the communities they serve.
High School Seniors
A celebration of the transition from childhood to adulthood.
Graduation marks the end of one milestone and the beginning of another. Our High School Senior Experience celebrates this exciting milestone by capturing the personality, interests, and accomplishments that make each student unique. Whether highlighting their athletic achievements, artistic passions, academic success, or simply the excitement of what's ahead, these sessions are designed to reflect who they are right now.
The result is a collection of images and/or video stories that your family will treasure long after graduation day has passed.
Simply Me
An International Children's Portrait Project
Children see the world differently. Their curiosity, imagination, confidence, wonder, and individuality are constantly evolving as they grow.
The Simply Me Experience is designed specifically for children ages 2–12 and celebrates who they are in this moment of their lives. Each session focuses on creating timeless black-and-white portraits that highlight their personality which allows the child's unique character to take center stage. These portraits are created as part of an annual international photography exhibit held each September in Springfield, IL. Following each session, one image will be selected by the photographer for submission to the exhibit, where children from around the world are represented through the universal language of portraiture.
Sessions are available throughout the year, with the final opportunity to participate in this year's exhibit taking place on Saturday, August 22, 2026. Whether your child is energetic, thoughtful, adventurous, or quietly observant, Simply Me creates a lasting portrait that celebrates exactly who they are today.
Let's Start the Conversation!
Choosing the right experience begins with a simple conversation.
If you're not sure which experience best fits your goals, we'd be happy to help. Together, we'll learn more about your story, answer your questions, and determine the experience that feels right for you and the memories you'd like to preserve.