I am working on adding a frequently asked questions page on my website… Until then, I figured this would do :]
If you have any questions you’d like for me to add on here – please don’t hesitate to shoot me an email or post your question here in the “comments” section.
How long will our shoot last?
Basically, until we both feel like we’ve gotten the shots you want! Shoots can last anywhere from an hour to two and half… I’m flexible and understanding. Especially when it comes to photographing babies and children. I understand that people get fussy when they’re hungry or tired (hey! It happens to me, too!) so please don’t feel bad if we have to take a little “break” to ensure everyone is as happy as possible so that your pictures turn out extraordinary.
What should I wear?
I think I get this question more than any other. And it’s an easy answer.
Wear whatever makes you feel great.
Be comfortable. If you’re comfortable and feel good about what you’re wearing – it will show. Don’t worry about matching – instead think coordinating. Similar styles/complimentary colors photograph beautifully together. Typically, solid colors photograph better than busy prints but again, if you feel your best wearing a boldly patterned dress or shirt – wear it!
{Here is an example for you – please excuse the quickly put together collage!}
Why is lifestyle photography so expensive when I can go to the mall and get “studio pictures” for $24.99?
Another great question. This is a question that I so badly want to answer for anyone curious as to why lifestyle photography is so expensive.
My job is not just a job to me. You are not paying me to get the lighting right and snap away right when your child has the perfect smile on his or her face.
You are paying me for our time of shooting, plus hours worth of editing so that I can create timeless art for you and your home.
Nothing saddens me more than handing over a disc of your edited images and seeing them printed out at your local discount or drug store.
Your photos will not be given the justice that I am envisioning when I capture the moment as well as when I’m editing the final image.
My hope is that you will treasure your images for what they are - pieces of art. I love seeing an image that I’ve captured of a moment in time when you and your family are being just that – a family. No fake smiles or cheesy poses. Just personalities and love and joy and happiness.
And when you have an image such as that made into a canvas and hung on your wall? I get butterflies because of how beautiful each family looks as art.
And these are images that will last forever. Shouldn’t they be go so much deeper and be worth more than a mass $24.99 picture package?
How long after my shoot will my images be ready?
Typically anywhere from 1-3 weeks. May and June are the busiest times and the months for the most weddings – so expect processing to take a bit longer than usual.
I try my best to keep you updated on my progress and I will always send you a few “samples” so that you aren’t completely dying from lack of seeing your beautiful works of art! ;]
Wedding processing takes longer and ranges from 2-4 weeks.
