The FAQ
WHAT IS YOUR TURN AROUND TIME?
Fast. Gallery of edited PROOF images AND Viewing appointment (in person, or on Zoom) within 2 weeks of your session. Digital images available for purchase the day of that appointment. Printed Artwork will be ready in 1 more week. Shipped - or personal delivery to your home.
Do you retouch photos?
Yes I'm renowned for making you look great. Women look believably fresher, slimmer and younger.
Beauty is subjective, nevertheless I will learn what YOU want secretly 'fixed'.
HOW FAR IN ADVANCE SHOULD I BOOK?
Boudoir - any time. Newborn and baby sessions 2 months in advance, when possible, to allow for proper planning and to ensure availability.
Business shoots can usually be slotted in quickly.
Family sessions, depends. In the Fall fill up fast with regular families creating holiday cards and gifts... So just ask!
Session reserved upon receipt of deposit (remaining shoot fee to be paid on the day of the shoot).
Can you help us with planning?
Absolutely! It's my pleasure to plan with you, locations, timing, clothing, make up, hair and accessories, along with recommending what to bring (snacks for kids) time of day for the right light, or colors to match your business branding . We will ZOOM or chat to plan and cover everything you'll need to know, so that our shoot can be a great success!
What should I wear?
What looks good on you. I can provide guidance on what clothing photographs best. I have wardrobe available at my studio to borrow for babies, and we can plan some of your wardrobe during your pre-consultation. Don't worry, styling your family for your session is fun! You'll want to choose either colors that suit you, your business colors, flattering necklines and suitable jewelry. Businesses can wear brand logos: families must avoid wearing logos. I will go into this in detail to help you decide everything right for you! Bring your hairbrush and make up along, a couple clothing changes or spares for you and family, so you'll never be short of anything.
Can I get all of the digital images from my session?
If you want them ALL you can Pre-Pay for your total digital order of all images as shot - AND if so you can get your session for FREE . My customer service includes helping you select your faves. You could purchase Fine Art wall prints, photographic prints or digital files. I can send you web and full size files direct ... or deliver your beautiful hard copies, boxed, to you in person.
Most of my clients purchase digital files and printed artwork from their session. Digitals are available 'a la carte' or automatically with your physical artwork purchases..
How many photos do we get?
Whatever number you wish to purchase, 1 is included with the shoot fee.
Usually mounted Fine Art prints for wall display will appeal to you as well as digitals, once you see them! I allow purchase of individual images. I also I offer Collections, which come with digitals and print options.
You are welcome to just order separate digitals or prints of any type or size, as you prefer.
Retouching V Editing?
Creating a file for you: cropping, sharpening, changing colors or exposure, fixing backgrounds and sizing etc is part of EDITING. Any number of other artistic processes to make you look better: fixing shapes, skin, teeth, eyes, hair etc. is RETOUCHING. Applying filters, presets, actions, and overlays to make the background different are Further Advanced Editing tools.
Customer Service?
I will work to give you fantastic customer service... including pre booking info calls, pre shoot planning, and meeting with you post shoot to share the images and help you select.
YES I will retouch further any details that you request AND I will even curate a wall gallery of Fine Art prints for you if you so wish - and get it printed at the best lab in the USA
Zoom?
We can zoom to help you decide about shooting with me or to look at outfits before the shoot day as well as choosing your fave images afterward - if you are not available in person for a viewing appointment. Images will be ordered by me as top quality prints and also will all be put online for you and your family to download as many copies as you wish, once they have been purchased.
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