Family photographer Burlington, NC
Heirloom portraits of your family, made outdoors, in the studio or at home, with artwork you'll keep on your walls for years.
InquireThree ways to make it yours
Choose the setting that fits your family. Family sessions run 60 minutes.

Outdoor family session
Fresh air and room to move, at a location near Burlington chosen with you.

Studio family session
Simple, timeless portraits in my downtown Gibsonville studio, with everything set up and ready when you arrive.

In-home lifestyle
Your own living room and the everyday spaces you already love. Nothing to pack and nowhere to be.
From first hello to finished art
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Inquire
Send a note through the contact form and we'll find the right date for your family.
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Planning call
We talk through location, wardrobe and how your session will go.
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Your session
Outdoors, in the studio or at home. Family sessions run 60 minutes.
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Your reveal
One week later, you choose the wall art, albums and products you love, custom designed for your home.
Made to hang on your walls
Every session ends with a reveal one week later, where you choose the wall art, albums and products you love, custom designed for your home.
Wall art and albums, designed around your space, so your favorite moments hang on your walls instead of sitting on a hard drive.

From families I've photographed
Incredibly patient with everyone, especially the kids
We recently had family portraits done and had such a wonderful experience! Alison was incredibly patient with everyone (especially the kids!) and made the whole session feel relaxed and enjoyable. Her professionalism really stood out from start to finish, and the photos turned out absolutely beautiful. We’re so grateful for the memories she captured and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a talented and kind photographer!
LarramieGoogle review · Family sessionI got lasting pictures of my son and who he really is
She has done everything from maternity, wedding reception and yearly photos. She lets him be him and takes pictures of him being in his own world. She captures his yearly silly faces which I LOVE!! I highly recommend Alison for any type of photo.
AliciaBurlington, NC · Milestone sessionSo patient with our kids
Alison is amazing! She was so patient with our kids and captured some fantastic family moments! Thank you so much! We will for sure use Alison in the future again for our family photos!
TiffanyGoogle review · Family sessionA few favorites
From family sessions near Burlington.


















Hi, I'm Alison
and this is my bestie Izzy.I'm a mom too, and I've been photographing families since 2011. I went to school for photography and spent years working alongside photographers in Burlington and Greensboro before opening my studio in downtown Gibsonville.
Family portraits are a big part of my work, and becoming a mom changed the way I see them.
I guide you every step of the way, so you can relax and enjoy your time together while I take care of the rest.
More about meQuestions, answered
The things families ask most before booking a family session in Burlington, NC.
InquireHow long is a family session?
Family sessions run 60 minutes.
Where do you photograph family sessions near Burlington, NC?
Outdoors at a location near Burlington, in my studio in Gibsonville, or in your home.
What should we wear?
You don't need to plan much. Before your session we have a planning call to talk through wardrobe and how your session will go.
How much does a family session cost?
The session fee is $140. Families typically invest between $500 and $2,000 with artwork and albums.
When will I see my photos?
One week after your session, you'll choose the wall art, albums and products you love, custom designed for your home.
Let's plan your session
Send me a note through the contact form and we'll take it from there.
InquireAlison Tapp Photography · 201 E Main St, Unit A, Gibsonville, NC
(336) 264-1775 · alisontappphotography@gmail.com
A fall forest wedding at Timberlake Earth Sanctuary in Whitsett, NC, full of personal touches, from pothos cuttings from home on the ceremony arbor to a first look with Logan’s dad, stepdad, and brother.