“What to expect from start to finish“
Reaching out-
The first step is making the big leap to reach out to me. This will be through email, text, phone call, website contact form, Facebook messenger or Instagram Direct Message. From there you’ll get all the information you need to decide if we’re a good fit to work together.
Booking-
If you decide to book we will pick a date together, and decide a time depending on the kind of lighting you want for you shoot, and the time of year.
NOTE: your date is NOT secured until I have the deposit. The deposit is a small $99 fee that goes towards your balance. For deposits I accept Zelle, PayPal, Venmo, cash app or credit/debit cards
Location choosing, wardrobe help etc-
We work together to decide on a location or studio. (I made an awesome Location Guide for you)
It’s your dream shoot so we want to get as close to your vision as we can, whether that’s forest, beach, city, in-home etc.
If you need it I can be in constant contact with you until the day of your shoot to help with outfits, props, hair or general fears.
STUDIO:
ON-LOCATION:
The Photoshoot-
When the big day comes we meet at the location and if there’s children I take a little time to get to know them. My shoots usually last an hour to an hour and a half but can go longer if needed. I do not charge by the hour simply because I don’t like to be rushed.
I will direct you every step of the way, help fix clothing and hair and create a fun environment for your family.
Ordering appointment-
After the shoot I upload the images to my iPad (usually takes about 10 minutes), and there you get to view them on-site to choose which to purchase. Editing usually takes me about a week depending on how many images are purchased
NOTE: Standard editing is included in your package (teeth whitening, blemish removal, lint/wrinkle removal, trash removed from background etc) any additional editing will cost extra
Distribution of products-
Once your photos are done you’ll be notified right away and I’ll either email your images and/or send a disc in the mail that day. Smartphone apps and slideshows can also be delivered immediately but prints, products, albums etc need 6-8 weeks to be designed and ordered.
I offer high quality albums in several sizes, canvas prints, wooden calendars, smartphone apps and custom slideshows
NOTE: I do NOT release images until I am paid in full
Payment Plan-
For those who end up falling in love with more images than they budgeted for, I offer a zero interest in-house payment plan. As well as debit/credit cards
Package Delivery-
For delivery of any products from your package I can hand deliver locally, ship or meet up. All products are inspected for quality control
Returning clients and Referral Program-
I have a lot of deals for returning clients and always appreciate being able to document a family through all of life’s stages.
If you’re so inclined I have a referral program that helps you earn money toward your shoot. For every friend/family member you send my way (that books) you’ll receive $50 towards your package. There is NO CAP currently on this program so you can potentially earn a free Photoshoot simply by referring me to your loved ones
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