1. How do I book a session?
You can book a session by contacting me through the contact me tab in the menu list. A signed contract and a $50 ($500 for weddings) non-refundable retainer fee are required to secure your date.
You can book a session by contacting me through the contact me tab in the menu list. A signed contract and a $50 ($500 for weddings) non-refundable retainer fee are required to secure your date.
2. When will I receive my photos?
Turnaround time is typically 1–4 weeks (8weeks for weddings). I’ll notify you when your proofing gallery is ready so you can select your favorite images for final editing.
Turnaround time is typically 1–4 weeks (8weeks for weddings). I’ll notify you when your proofing gallery is ready so you can select your favorite images for final editing.
3. What is a proofing gallery?
A proofing gallery is a private, online collection of RAW images from your session. You’ll use it to choose your favorites for final edits and delivery. It’s your chance to be part of the creative process!
A proofing gallery is a private, online collection of RAW images from your session. You’ll use it to choose your favorites for final edits and delivery. It’s your chance to be part of the creative process!
4. How many photos will I receive?
Depending on the package, you'll receive a range of fully edited, high-resolution images. Additional images can often be purchased separately.
Depending on the package, you'll receive a range of fully edited, high-resolution images. Additional images can often be purchased separately.
5. Can I print the photos myself?
Yes! You’ll receive a print release for personal use. I also offer high-quality professional prints and products through your gallery for your convenience.
Yes! You’ll receive a print release for personal use. I also offer high-quality professional prints and products through your gallery for your convenience.
6. What should I wear to my session?
I recommend wearing something you feel confident and comfortable in. Neutral tones, soft patterns, and coordinating colors (not matching exactly) tend to photograph beautifully. I'm happy to help with styling tips!
I recommend wearing something you feel confident and comfortable in. Neutral tones, soft patterns, and coordinating colors (not matching exactly) tend to photograph beautifully. I'm happy to help with styling tips!
7. Do you travel?
Absolutely! Travel within 90 miles is included. For locations outside that range, a travel fee may apply—just ask for details.
Absolutely! Travel within 90 miles is included. For locations outside that range, a travel fee may apply—just ask for details.
8. What happens if it rains (for outdoor sessions)?
If the weather doesn’t cooperate, we’ll reschedule to the next available date that works for both of us—no problem!
If the weather doesn’t cooperate, we’ll reschedule to the next available date that works for both of us—no problem!
9. Can I request additional edits?
Yes, I offer basic retouching as part of your final images. If you’d like more advanced edits, I’m happy to discuss options and rates.
Yes, I offer basic retouching as part of your final images. If you’d like more advanced edits, I’m happy to discuss options and rates.
10. What if I need to reschedule or cancel?
Life happens! Just give me 72hrs notice. Retainers are non-refundable but can be transferred to a new date within a certain time frame STATED on the contract.
Life happens! Just give me 72hrs notice. Retainers are non-refundable but can be transferred to a new date within a certain time frame STATED on the contract.
11. Can I have my friends or family jump in a few photos during my portrait session?
YES! Depending on your session I do have a $25/per person, unless it is included in the session you pick! We can have them jump in at the end or beginning of your session.
YES! Depending on your session I do have a $25/per person, unless it is included in the session you pick! We can have them jump in at the end or beginning of your session.
12. I don't know any good photo locations, can you help me?
I will absolutely help you pick locations! Before our shoot, I'll ask you what kind of vibes you like and if you have any photo examples of what you're hoping for, based on that I'll send you some location ideas to choose from! I'm always up for adventuring to a new spot that is special to you.
I will absolutely help you pick locations! Before our shoot, I'll ask you what kind of vibes you like and if you have any photo examples of what you're hoping for, based on that I'll send you some location ideas to choose from! I'm always up for adventuring to a new spot that is special to you.
13. Do you have any makeup artist recommendations?
I have some amazing makeup artists I am happy to recommend- message me and I’ll send you a list!
I have some amazing makeup artists I am happy to recommend- message me and I’ll send you a list!
14. Do you capture video as well?
No, I currently only take photos. I do have some recommendations- message me and I'll send you the list!
No, I currently only take photos. I do have some recommendations- message me and I'll send you the list!
15. Do you offer RAW photos?
Yes, I do with an additional $300 fee. The RAW images represent my work at a unfinished state. I would rather say no, but I do have this option.
Yes, I do with an additional $300 fee. The RAW images represent my work at a unfinished state. I would rather say no, but I do have this option.
