Schooled: A YEAR IN THE LIFE | Subscription Family Photography
It started as a simple idea: what if we could bottle up the school year—not just the first-day photo or the class portrait, but the real stuff? The after-school snacks, the ever-changing handwriting, the lost teeth, the new best friends.
That’s exactly what Schooled: A Year in the Life was made for. A subscription model takes the pressure off of you, and you can be sure that this amazing moment will be documented beautifully. A “set it and forget it” type of photography.
After a few years of offering A YEAR IN THE LIFE for families, last year I began offering this similar project that is focused on one kid at a time.
As the first year wraps up, I’m full of gratitude and excitement to share just a little glimpse into this magical project.
What is “Schooled: A Year in the Life”?
Schooled: A Year in the Life is a storytelling subscription for school-age kids and their families. From July to May, I show up once a month on a weekday for a 30-minute documentary photo session—low-key, no pressure, and totally authentic.
The result? A collection of images that tells the full story of a school year: the growth, the chaos, the joy, the routines, the surprises. At the end of the 11 months, you receive a custom-designed, hardcover album—basically the coolest yearbook ever.
No studio lights. No forced smiles. Just your kid and the everyday magic that deserves to be remembered.
A Few Favorite Moments from Year One
Over the past 10 months, I’ve had the privilege of watching and documenting kids grow in so many ways. Some of my favorite moments from the year were before school haircut, the first day of preschool, and fishing on a recent spring evening. I can’t wait to design the albums!
Why Families Love It
This photo project actually feels like your real life.
Kids love it because it’s not a photo shoot—it’s just me showing up while they go about their day. And the albums? They’re full of those in-between moments that no school picture ever captures.
These books are going to be treasured not just now, but years from now when these kids are grown.
Enrollment for 2025–2026 is Now Open
I’m now booking families for next year’s Schooled subscription, which runs July 2025 through May 2026.
If you’ve got a kid starting school—or just want to slow down and really see this season of life as it’s unfolding—I’d love to have you join us.
🗓 Sessions happen once a month on weekdays
📸 Each session is 30 minutes, low-key, and at your home, school, park, or after-school activity
📕 At the end of the year, you receive a beautiful hardcover album documenting it all
🎒 Spots are limited
👉More Info: www.chandawilliams.com/atlanta-childrens-photographer
Let’s make this a year you actually remember.
Whether it’s the first backpack, a new school haircut, or your child finally learning to tie their shoes—Schooled is how we make sure those moments don’t slip by unnoticed.
Thanks to the amazing families who made this first year so special. I can’t wait to see what the next one brings.