Celebrating Small Business Saturday: Why It's More Than Just a Booking your portrait session with an Arvada Family Photographer

After the hustle of Black Friday, there is a day dedicated to the heart of our community - Small Business Saturday!

This day is incredibly special to me. As a photographer specializing in family, senior, and newborn moments in Arvada, CO, my business is built entirely on trust, personal connection, and the beautiful people right here in our town. When you book a session with me, you aren't just getting beautiful portraits. You are supporting a real family and a lifelong dream.

The Human Impact: Who Benefits When You Choose to Book with an Arvada Family Photographer

I want to pull back the curtain and share what your booking means:

• You Support My Family: Every family session, newborn shoot, or senior portrait helps me put food on the table, cover little league fees, and allows me to be present for my own children. Your investment in your memories directly sustains mine.

• You Support a Local Dream:  My business thrives on passion rather than a corporate office. Your purchase contributes to funding professional equipment, ongoing education, and insurance. These are essential to ensure I can keep creating art for you safely and professionally for years to come.

• You Support Your Community: Studies show that when you spend a dollar at a local business, a significant percentage of that dollar stays right here in our neighborhood, circulating and supporting other local workers and services.

This Small Business Saturday, if you've been thinking about capturing your baby's first smiles, getting the perfect senior album, or refreshing your family portraits, booking your session is one of the biggest ways you can say, "I support local!"

Arvada Family Photography |  Erin Jeanne Photography

Supporting Local Small Businesses: Easy Ways to Help Beyond Just Booking your session

I love seeing our local economy thrive, and the truth is, supporting small businesses doesn't always cost money! Let's make this weekend about spreading local love.

Here are a few quick ways you can support your favorite local shops and services (including those of your Arvada Family Photographer!):

• Write a Review: Have you loved a session with me or enjoyed coffee at the local cafe? Take two minutes to leave a positive review on Google, Yelp, or Facebook. It is the single most powerful form of free marketing!

• Engage on Social Media: Don't just scroll past! Hit Like, leave a genuine Comment, or Share a post from a local business. These interactions dramatically boost their visibility in the digital world.

• Buy a Gift Card: Grab a gift card from a local bakery, bookshop, or from your favorite gym. It provides instant revenue to the business owner and guarantees future business.

• Refer a Friend: The power of word-of-mouth is everything. If you know a new parent, an engaged couple, or a graduating senior, tell them about the small business you trust.

This year, let's skip the big box crowds and focus on the local gems that give our community its unique character. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for choosing to support a small, family-owned business.

Ready to book your 2026 session and support local?

I'd love to chat!

My Favorite small businesses in this post:

Bakery: Rheinlander Bakery

Bookshop: A Book Stop

Gym/Studio: Arvada Barre

Other small businesses near Arvada, Colorado to check out:

Vintage Shop: Electric Cherry

Coffee Shop: La Dolce Vita

Candy Shop: Scrumptious

Tea Shop: Old Barrel Teal

Fun Find: Golden Curiosity Shop