What if my kids don't cooperate?
Your session is intended to bring your family closer. I don’t ever want you to worry about your child(ren) running off or being silly and not wanting to cooperate! Remember- they’re children after all and being stuck in front of a stranger’s lens is not an everyday experience for them. We can expect some shyness and rowdiness and THAT’S TOTALLY OK! I promise we will still capture some amazing moments and you’ll love looking back at those images and laughing at how WILD your little one(s) was being.
What is the booking process?
Once you’ve completed the contact form, I will be sure to reach out within 24-48 business hours by email. I will get to know you and plan out your dream session with you! If you’re loving what you’re hearing, you will sign the contract and pay your deposit. This will secure your date/time.
Prior to your session, we will coordinate our dress-up play date, where you can come look through my client closet and try on the perfect fit for you. Once your look is locked in, I will coordinate the remaining outfits for the dreamiest look for your photos. At this time, we will finalize any additional details that might’ve been pending.
Finally the FUNNEST part… YOUR SESSION DAY! You get to have fun, dance, jump and snuggle with your loved ones! Everyone should come prepared to laugh and play and have the best time. It is through these moments I am able to capture those candid and raw memories that you’ll be cherishing for YEARS TO COME!
How does the payment plan work?
A deposit is required to lock in your date and time. The remaining amount will be paid in weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly increments. This will vary based on your session date and/or financial preference. The full amount is due 14 days prior to our session.
What are the restrictions for Minis?
Due to the discounted rate & length of time, Minis can only be booked on a Tues. Wed. or Thurs. It must take place within a 10 mile radius of Buckeye, AZ. Client Closet is not offered for Minis. There will be no option to purchase additional images, unless there is a sale inclusive of all booked packages.
What is a Client Closet?
It eliminates the part of your session that becomes the most stressful and takes away the joy of having your family photos taken. Therefore, I wanted to ensure my clients had the option to select from some unique, name brand, small boutique items that create those Instagram worthy photos to showcase your family! Client closet items are flexible in sizing and currently continue to grow. Did you know I offer a client Dress Buy Back Program?!
Do I have to wear something from your Client Closet even if I don't love something?
GOSH NO!!! Absolutely no obligation here. The benefit of the closet is to have access to items you wouldn't likely wear outside a photo session and it provides a less-stress vibe as your planning your session. I do encourage to come to a fitting regardless simply because it will help with decided colors, textures, patterns, styles that you may or may not like on your specific body type & skin tone. ;)
If you don't have something for me in your Client Closet, can I get a discount?
The truth is the Closet is a service I offer free of charge simply because I want you to be able to wear the lavish gown without the extra expense or hassle, due to that, there will be no discount for not using the Client Closet.
What is the Dress Buy Back Program?
How many times have you considered purchasing a dress or gown for your family photos but not sure what you’re going to do with it after because you’re not likely to wear it again?! My Dress Buy Back Program offers a solution for you, where WE BOTH WIN!!!
You will receive a discount from your session fee or additional images (based on cost of dress).
Not all dresses will meet the Dress Buy Back Program requirement. If you’re interested in this option- Let’s Talk!
What's included in my session fee?
All sessions include:
+ Detailed Consultation to get to know you and ensure our time together revolves around who you are, why you do what you do, and what makes you and your loved ones unique and special to one another.
+ A personalized style guide to help with wardrobe selection for beautiful images and a cohesive look for your session
+ Access to my growing, hand selected items in my Client Closet (Let’s play dress up!)*
+ Our time together, capturing you as you are
+ Personally, hand edited images
+ A digital gallery with easy access to share your images to Social Media, because who doesn’t want to show off how amazing they looked on Session Day?!
*Minis are exempt from Closet
How long does a session last?
This time is yours, I don’t take your investment lightly or consider you another tally on the books. I like to dive into our time together and therefore, I do not set time frames. Some sessions are captured within 30 minutes and some sessions require a little more time to give the small babes breaks in between.
Typically a session can last about 45 minutes up to 2 hours. This will depend on location and type of session. Ultimately, this time is for you!
Minis will last 15-20 minutes as stated in the contract at the time of booking.
How many images will I receive?
The Max package is a combo of short film plus 45 images from your session. Both contents are personally selected by me for you. They are a representation of who you are and what I saw through my camera.
The Popular package includes a combination of landscape, portrait, candid & detail moments from your session in the 25 image digital gallery that will be hand-curated & personally edited.
Minis come with the best of the best, core 10 images. All hand-curated & edited delivered in a digital gallery format for easy social media sharing & print ordering.
How long until I receive my full gallery?
Your digital gallery invitation will arrive by email no later than 6 weeks from our session date (unless previously discussed otherwise). Once received, you’ll be able to download, share, print, and store your images to cherish forever!
Please note: weddings, elopement, live birth & other special events may take longer. Feel free to refer to our contract for exact time frames.
What is the current rate of traveling?
Travel fees apply as follows:
Any location 30-49 miles outside of Buckeye, AZ is currently $25. This includes Downtown Phoenix, Surprise, Estrella Mountains & White Tank Mountains.
Anything between 50-99 mile radius is currently $75. This includes locations like Salt River, Black Canyon City, Sunset Point, Mesa, Chandler, etc.
Cities within 100-200 mile radius, including, but not limited to Sedona, Flagstaff, Prescott are currently rated at $200.
Anywhere else within AZ & beyond is subject to a personalized travel quote.