A simple, stress-free process from initial inquiry to memories savored!
Below are all the processes of how different types of sessions and wedding coverage are booked - as well as some tips!
The process of how newborn + newborn - family lifestyle sessions are booked.
Our Process
01.
Fill out the contact form
Head over to the "contact tab" and shoot me a message! I will get back to you within 48 hours to discuss exactly what you're looking for!
02.
Contract and retainer
Once we've got all the details figured out you will receive an email including a $50 nonrefundable retainer invoice and intent contract - which holds a timeframe around your due date, Once I receive both we are good to go!
03.
Baby's Arrival
1 -3 days after the baby's arrival, you contact me to set an exact date for your session. The first 2 weeks of the baby's life are ideal for scheduling. I send over outfit + wrap choices, and we settle on a color scheme, details, etc. You choose your final package choice and I send over the final contract.
04.
Day of session
Today's the day! The remaining balance is due this morning. House is decluttered + an open spot by a low window is ready for me!
05.
Proofing Email
Within 1 - 2 weeks, you will receive a proofing gallery in your email. In there you will favorite the set amount of photos you'd wish to receive, based on your chosen package.
06.
Gallery delivery day!
Within 2 -3 weeks after you have chosen your proofs, you will receive the final gallery with all of the images you had chosen, fully retouched - black and whites too!
07.
Order prints
Each and every gallery has the online option to order prints, enlargements, canvases, etc - straight from your gallery! It is optional of course, but if you would prefer good quality prints, you can conveniently order them straight from your online gallery!
08.
Sharing your experience
If you feel up to it, I would love to hear how your experience with me went! Feel free to leave a review on facebook or google - it is soooo appreciated!
What to Wear
- It is best to stick with neutrals! Beige, cream, gray, tan, etc.
The lighter you dress, the dreamier your photos will be!
Most homes are in the scheme of grays + tans - so it's best to dress with what compliments your home.
- Stay away from bright neon colors, reds + dark colors - such as black.
I will always recommend the family dressed in neutral colors so that the new addition stands out!
- Stay away from crazy patterns, logos, etc - the simpler the better!
- Remember that these photos are in your home, so dress comfortably.
The more laid back the better. Dad in a solid polo or nice tee, Mom in a long dress or blouse, kiddos in a nice shirt and jeans! The simpler the better - trust me!
- Shoes are a no-go!
Don't worry about finding those perfect kicks for the kiddos. I recommend barefoot or socks.
- I got the outfits, wraps + accessories!
I will send over pictures of everything I have to provide. You choose your wrap - client's are welcome to use their own outfits.
- Cohesiveness is key.
When choosing the outfit + wraps for the little one, keep in mind that you want everything to be cohesive. Try to stay in the same color family, so that the final images compliment each other well.
The baby will be wrapped in a swaddle for the family portion of the session - keep that in mind when choosing a swaddle color. Pick something that stands out (if you took the tip of dressing the family in neutral), but a color that complements what you're wearing and compliments the color scheme of your home.
I am always an email away for styling help!
Tips + Tricks
- I need a small space in a room, preferably by a window. The lower the window the better, so usually that would be the front living room. If you’re unsure, I can help when I get there.
- Prior to me getting there, bath time is also a great option. It makes them sleepy!
- It’s best if the baby is sleepy and fed. When I arrive I usually will have you feed the baby as I am setting up, to make them full and sleepy
- I usually start sessions with the wrapping portion first, so even if you just wanted to have the babe wrapped up in a swaddle to make it easy for when I arrive. That would work!
It makes transitions a lot easier if they’re not fully clothed when starting the session.
- By the end of the feeding, I’m about done setting up. The baby will hopefully be sleepy!
That’s where the great tip of just having the baby swaddled comes into play. So that I don’t have to fully undress the baby to get started!
- It’s best if the places we will be shooting are decluttered such as the nursery, living room, master, etc.
Bedside tables, coffee tables, changing tables, etc.
The process of how all other sessions are booked - family, maternity, senior, etc.
Our Process
01.
Fill out the contact form
Head over to the "contact tab" and shoot me a message! I will get back to you within 48 hours to discuss exactly what you're looking for!
02.
Contract and retainer
Once we've got all the details figured out you will receive an email including a $50 nonrefundable retainer invoice and contract - once I receive both we are good to go!
03.
Settling on details
About 2 weeks before your session, I will reach out to confirm location and time. You will receive a list of location recommendations with examples, to choose your perfect location!
04.
Day of session
Today's the day! The remaining balance is due by the morning of. See you soon!
05.
Proofing Email
Within 1 - 2 weeks, you will receive a proofing gallery in your email. In there you will favorite the set amount of photos you'd wish to receive, based on your chosen package.
06.
Gallery delivery day!
Within 2 -3 weeks after you have chosen your proofs, you will receive the final gallery with all of the images you had chosen, fully retouched - black and whites too!
07.
Order prints
Each and every gallery has the online option to order prints, enlargements, canvases, etc - straight from your gallery! It is optional of course, but if you would prefer good quality prints, you can conveniently order them straight from your online gallery!
08.
Sharing your experience
If you feel up to it, I would love to hear how your experience with me went! Feel free to leave a review on facebook or google - it is soooo appreciated!
What to Wear
- It is best to stick with neutrals + earthly tones! Beige, cream, gray, tan, green, etc. Shades of blue + pinks work really well with my style as well.
The lighter you dress, the dreamier your photos will be!
- Stay away from bright neon colors, buffalo plaid, matching plaids + red!
I will always recommend the family dressed in neutral colors with layering, accessories + texture.
- Stay away from crazy patterns, logos, etc - the simpler the better!
Are you going for the more laid-back look or the more put-together, dressier look? Make sure that you keep in mind your location and what style best suits that scenery. Dad in a solid polo or nice tee, Mom in a sweater, blouse, or long dress, kiddos in a nice shirt and jeans! The simpler the better - trust me!
- Multiple patterns are a no-go! Mom in a floral dress while others in solid colors is an idea!
I am always an email away for styling help!
Tips + Tricks
- It is best to arrive at your session earlier rather than later.
Give yourself some extra time for those crazy kiddos, traffic, traveling through parks, etc.
- Give your kiddos something to look forwards to - bribery I know!
Piece of candy after the session, a trip to the park, extra screen time in the evening, etc. Children love something to look forward to.
- Bring some snacks!
If you have a little one that likes a fruit snack here and there - bring some snacks for a rest/ snack break!
- Empty out your pockets!
Cell phones, wallets - we don't need them. Once we've found each other at the location, communication will be smooth sailing from there!
The process of how Weddings are booked.
Our Process
01.
Fill out the contact form
Head over to the "contact tab" and shoot me a message! I will get back to you within 48 hours to discuss exactly what you're looking for!
02.
Questionnaire + client guide
You will receive an in depth guide to all things weddings - pacakges, experience, etc. At the end of the guide there is a questionnaire for you to give me some details about your big day! Once I receive that, I will reach out for a possible phone call.
03.
Contract + retainer
Once you've chosen a package, you will receive an email including a nonrefundable retainer invoice and contract - once I receive both we are good to go!
04.
Engagement session
A complimentary engagement session is included in each one of my wedding package ! It's the perfect opportunity to get you two comfortable with me + my camera!
05.
2 months before
It's getting close! The remaining balance is due. A reminder will be sent via email for you to pay online.
06.
Timeline call
About one month before your big day, we will hop on a call to sort through all the final details + nail a timeline for the day! Additional hours if needed, can be purchased during this time as well.
07.
Today's the day!
I will become your BFF, timeline keeper, and sidekick for the day! My job is to catch every moment that I can, and make sure picture opportunities go smoothly!
08.
Our prefect day is over - now what?
Within 2 - 7 days, you will receive a sneak peek in your email + posted on my socials. Can't let you go too long without seeing any!
09.
It's gallery delivery day!
About 8 to 10 weeks later, is my favorite day personally - when you get to see all of your beautiful images! Within that timeframe, sometimes sooner - you will receive your FULL electronic wedding gallery via email to share, download, post, print, etc.
2 - 4 weeks after that, you will receive your custom USB with all of your beautiful pictures, in the mail.
10.
Order prints
Each and every gallery has the online option to order prints, enlargements, canvases, etc - straight from your gallery! It is optional of course, but if you would prefer good quality prints, you can conveniently order them straight from your online gallery!
11.
Sharing your experience
If you feel up to it, I would love to hear how your experience with me went! Feel free to leave a review on facebook or google - it is soooo appreciated!
12.
Living happily ever after
You deserve it after all.
RUNDOWN OF WHAT ALL PACKAGES INCLUDE:
- ONLINE GALLERY + PRINT RELEASE:
All good and retouched images will be in your own personalized + private gallery for viewing, sharing, and downloading. A print release is also included, which is a written document (upon request) giving you the permission or ability to print your photos!
- CUSTOM FLASH DRIVE:
About two to four weeks after I deliver your final gallery electronically, you will receive a custom usb flash drive in the mail - with all of your images.
- COMPLIMENTARY ENGAGEMENT SESSION:
Engagement Sessions correlate with what wedding package you chose:
Classic Engagement session: 1 outfit, 10 fully retouched images of your choice, and one location.
Deluxe Engagement session: 2 outfits, 20 fully retouched images of your choice, and one location.
Ultimate Engagement session: 3 outfits, 30 fully retouched images of your choice, and one location.
- TIMELINE ASSISTANCE + LOCATION SCOUTING
