🎁 Deployment Gifts
Create a meaningful gift for your service member before deployment. Boudoir albums, family portraits, or custom prints to keep that connection strong across the miles.
Thank You for Your Service
Hampton Roads is home to the largest concentration of military installations on the East Coast—and we're proud to serve those who serve our country. From Norfolk Naval Station to Langley AFB, Fort Eustis to NAS Oceana, Motiontography provides professional photography services tailored to the unique needs of military families.
We understand the challenges of military life: unpredictable schedules, deployments, frequent moves, and the precious moments in between. That's why we offer flexible scheduling, understanding when plans change at the last minute, and services designed specifically for military milestones.
Photography Services for Military Families
🏠 Homecoming Portraits
Document the emotional reunion when your service member returns home. We can photograph at the pier/airfield or schedule a private family session to celebrate together.
👨👩👧👦 Family Portraits
Capture your family before a PCS move, during a rare time together, or to mark a promotion or retirement. These moments are fleeting—let's preserve them beautifully.
🤰 Military Maternity
Expecting while your partner is deployed? Celebrating a pregnancy together? We create stunning maternity portraits that capture this special chapter of your military family story.
💼 Professional Headshots
Transitioning to civilian careers? Need LinkedIn photos or headshots for your next chapter? Professional headshots that showcase your best self for the civilian job market.
💑 Couples Sessions
Celebrate your relationship with intimate portraits—engagement sessions, anniversary photos, or just because. Perfect for creating lasting memories together.
Bases We Serve
Our Suffolk studio is centrally located for easy access from all Hampton Roads military installations:
⚓ Naval Station Norfolk
The world's largest naval station. 20 minutes from our studio. We serve Navy families, sailors, and civilian employees.
✈️ NAS Oceana
Home of the East Coast Master Jet Base. 25 minutes from our studio. Serving naval aviators and their families.
🛡️ JEB Little Creek-Fort Story
Joint Expeditionary Base serving Navy and Army. 25 minutes away. Special operations families welcome.
🦅 Langley Air Force Base
Home of ACC headquarters and the 1st Fighter Wing. 30 minutes from our studio. Serving Air Force families.
🎖️ Fort Eustis
U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command. 35 minutes away. Army families and soldiers welcome.
⚙️ Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Area
Serving shipyard workers and Coast Guard families. 15 minutes from our studio in Suffolk.
Military Family FAQs
Common Questions
Can you accommodate last-minute schedule changes?
Absolutely. We understand military life. If orders change or deployment dates shift, we'll work with you to reschedule without penalty.
Do you offer payment plans?
Yes! We offer flexible payment plans to help military families get the photography they deserve without financial stress.
Can you photograph on base?
Due to base access requirements, most sessions take place at our private studio or on-location in public areas. We can discuss specific needs during consultation.
How quickly can I get prints for deployment?
We offer rush delivery for deployment timelines. Let us know your departure date and we'll prioritize your order.
Military Family Tips
Book Early
If you know a deployment or PCS is coming, book your session early while schedules are still flexible.
Include Everyone
Kids, pets, extended family visiting—we can include everyone who matters in your session.
Consider Boudoir
Many military spouses create intimate albums as deployment gifts. It's one of our most popular services!
Digital Options
Request digital galleries and prints that can be accessed anywhere—perfect for sharing across distances.
Military Family Stories
"My husband was deploying in two weeks when I booked my boudoir session. Roger accommodated my tight timeline and the album was ready before he left. Those photos meant everything during the long months apart."
"We've PCS'd three times in five years and finally got family portraits done before our next move. Roger made our kids feel comfortable and the photos are beautiful. We'll treasure them at our next duty station."
Ready to Capture Your Military Family Story?
Whether you're preparing for deployment, celebrating a homecoming, or just want to preserve this chapter of your military journey, we're here to help. Thank you for your service.
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Explore Our Services
Motiontography offers a full range of photography services for military families.