Family Sessions- $249
- Up to 1 hour of indoor/outdoor photography at my totally awesome private studio (coming soon)
- Some individual shots of each child
- On-line album for sharing
- My editing expertise and retouching on 10 images (5 of my favorites, and 5 more of yours)
- 5 image sheets (Choose from Eight wallets, Four 4x5's, Two 5x7's or One 8x10, each sheet has only one image)
- A custom built frame with your favorite 8x10 image
Up-grades and Extras:
- Copyright release and high resolution digital files- $50
- Frame Size Up-grade- $50
- Additional 8x10 Frames- $50 each
- XL frames- $100 each
- On-Location Traveling- $50
- Image Sheets- $15 each (Choose from Eight wallets, Four 4x5's, Two 5x7's or One 8x10, each sheet has only one image)
- Additional Image Editing- $5 per image
- Shipping- $10 for 8x10 frames, $15 for XL frames (pick-up at my Studio in Maple Valley is no additional charge)
Mutli-Session Packages
Pix Pack Family Session Add-on $150
Includes:
- Additional family session in one year.
Pix Pack Individual Session Add-on $125
Includes:
- Additional individual session in one year.
Extended Family Sessions- $349
- Up to 2 hours of indoor/outdoor photography at my totally awesome home studio
- Copyright release and high resolution images for all family members
- On-line album for sharing
- My editing expertise and retouching on 10 images (5 of my favorites, and 5 more of yours)
- A custom built frame with your favorite 8x10 image
Up-grades and Extras:
- Frame Size Up-grade- $50
- Additional 8x10 Frames- $50 each
- XL frames- $100 each
- On-Location Traveling- $50
- Image Sheets- $15 each (Choose from Eight wallets, Four 4x5's, Two 5x7's or One 8x10, each sheet has only one image)
- Additional Image Editing- $5 per image
- Shipping- $10 for 8x10 frames, $15 for XL frames (pick-up at my Studio in Maple Valley is no additional charge)
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Tips for a great photo session
- Relax and have fun! I love taking photos of families and kids having a great time! We will do some posed shots, and some of your family interacting with each other however you do!
- Expect a bit of chaos, and know that it is ok! Family photos take a lot of preparation, and coordination, and can be difficult (especially for kids…and husbands!) But don’t worry! Afterwards, we will have had a great time, and you will have a beautiful piece of family history to hang on the wall.
- Prepare your kids for the session by telling them what to expect, and maybe even practicing holding still, and smiling at one specific spot. I support bribery! But if you don't, prepare to employ your best methods to inspire cooperation.
- Keep smiling and looking into the camera. I as the photographer will likely be doing all sorts of silly things to get your kids to smile and laugh. It helps me a great deal if the adults just keep smiling and looking, and let me get those kiddos lookin for ya!
- If you are behind the camera with me, I would love it if you could act ridiculous with me! Parents are always the best at getting a laugh, or natural smile out of their kids! I won't judge you for any ridiculous behavior, or tell your friends, or post it to facebook!
- When I am photographing your kiddos, enjoy a nice break from telling them what to do, and let me do it for you! Kids can get confused when there are too many people giving directions. I would however love your help if we are having any behavior issues.
- Please bring some of your child's favorite accessories (toys, blankets, hats, sunglasses etc.) I love themed shoots... for example if your son loves trains, bring along a train car or two, and his conductors hat! If your daughter is a fairy princess, don't forget her wings, wand, and tutu! If we are just photographing your child, feel free to bring two different outfits!
- What to wear:
- This is a big one! The artistry of our images begins with you! Think about the feeling you want your photos to evoke. Formal? Casual? Beachy? Candid? Vintage? Serious? Fun? Let me know what look you are going for, and I can help you prepare. Our most recent family photo had a vintage 1920's feel. My boys wore suspenders, bow ties, and drivers caps, and I sported a 1920s headband with hair wave.
- Have your outfits chosen several days in advance. Lay them out together to make sure you like how they look together. Make sure everyone has a chance to try theirs on. I like to get opinions of friends too (including google, and pinterest)!
- Don't forget to coordinate shoes. I would shy away from tennis shoes. They come across very sporty, and are so difficult to match. In a recent photo shoot, all the kids wore blue converse! We got the cutest shot of just their feet, and it was so fun! Flip flops, or barefoot is a casual but coordinated way to go.
- Do wear simple accessories (like necklaces, hats, bow ties, etc).
- Don't wear clothing with words, or excessively busy patterns. Solids and very simple patterns come across best.
- Don't wear clothing that is uncomfortable, or revealing (there is plenty to worry about in a photo shoot without feeling uncomfortable, or wondering if you're adequately covered.) We usually do lots of fun posing involving jumping, laying down, and everything in between.
- Let’s talk colors! It’s wise to choose colors close to your skin tone. If you wear white, know that whatever you choose will lose a lot of detail, because I expose for your skin. (White however can be a nice glowy look.) I recommend choosing two main colors, and one color pop. Examples: Grey and Navy with an Aqua Pop, Brown and Tan with a Mustard Yellow Pop
- Want to keep it simple and casual? Go for two different colored solid shirts, and jeans.