How to start the booking procesS

We have several things to go over such as; the location you are interested in, when the best time for your session is, and what type of photos you are interested in doing (couples, family, maternity, etc.)

Questionnaire:

Because every session is different, I will send you a questionnaire to gather all the information I need to get to know how you want to be photographed. This is one of the most important part of planning your session. Might seem silly but…. I need information like what kinds of things are your kiddos into and what are their relationships with each other? Who is a mommas/daddy’s- boy/ girl? Who do I have to bring out of their shell and who is the ham of the family? For couples; What things do you enjoy together? How do you want your love story documented? The questionnaire is how I get to know you, so when your session day comes I know who I’m documenting.

Booking:

Once I have all the info I need to make your session successful, I will send you an invoice for your non-refundable booking fee/deposit, as well as a photography service contract, both need to be completed to be considered officially booked. I reach out 24 hours before your session as well as send a location pin for the exact meeting spot.

during your session

We will meet at the photography location, go over any ideas or requests you may have, and begin with some test shots. You don’t have to worry about posing since my style of photography is more candid / documentary. In fact, you don’t really need to look at the camera at all unless I ask you too. I keep the shooting time light and fun, we will chat and laugh and move around the location. I spend the majority of the time having you just interact with each other. (*This is why the questionnaire; during booking, is so important. I have the information I need to interact with your family and get the candid responses and expressions to come out. Plus the session runs so much smoother when you have stuff to talk about.) Shoot time will depend on the package you booked ranging from 30- 90 minutes.

As soon as we are finished taking all your amazing images, processing the images takes place.

I have up to a 3 week turn around time.

Photo galleries + Video links are sent to you through email and are downloadable for 90 days.

Once you have gone through and looked at all of your images you are able to order prints or download the digital images with printing rights right in your gallery.

F.A.Q.

We are nervous about being in front of a camera-

It's perfectly normal to feel a little daunted at the idea of being the center of attention and having to ‘pose’ for the camera. Please don't worry about this. I never just expect you to stand there and pose. I will give you prompts to create genuine, natural interaction, like: "Everyone get in a group, kids up front in the middle, mom and dad wrap around the kids, family sandwich, squeeze, tickle, laugh at each other." I like to involve play and snuggles to help to easy the nerves as well as keep the kids involved.

What if the children have a meltdown?

I can totally see how this would add stress and worry to the already busy day of morning prep, getting everyone bathed, dressed, and ready for the photos. But I am here to tell you, you do not need to stress it. I try to keep the session light and fun where the kiddos hardly realize the camera is there. If the situation arises where a kiddo has just had enough or is having a bad day, I back off and let them gather themselves. Meltdowns happen, we will redirect and move on, kiddos usually bounce back pretty quick. So if it does happen, don't worry, we will work though it together, and maybe even get some great images of mom or dad kissing the tears away.

How can we get natural candid photos??

Forget I am standing in front of you with my camera. No really, don't look at the camera unless I prompt you to do so. Laugh with your spouse, tickle and hug your kids, embrace each other. Strengthen your family bonds with genuine love and interaction. I love when parents play with their kids during their session. Actually a lot of what we will do at your family session will involve some sort of play.