FAQ page
“The women in your portfolio all look so amazing. Where do I fit in?”
Everyone I photograph has a unique perspective and style that makes them shine unlike anyone else. I photograph real women, from all walks of life, and I’m excited to show you that you are just as beautiful as every one of them. Because this isn’t about them, it’s about you. Your shoot is about experiencing yourself in a safe and encouraging environment, free from judgement or expectation. We’ll cover everything in your design consultation from what to wear to how to prepare, to ensure a fun, personalized experience that will result in fabulous imagery you’ll be proud of.
“How will you photograph me?”
During your design consultation, we’ll discuss your desire for the shoot and what you wish to achieve from our time together. Wardrobe, hair, makeup, palette, and how you hope to enjoy or leverage your art. Classic, modern, artsy, boudoir, legacy, or branding and marketing headshots, we’ll craft a session of your choosing, to make this the dream shoot you’ve always wanted!
“Will you retouch my images? If so, how much?”
Our philosophy is that retouching is a delicate tool that should be minimally applied. We believe that our “imperfections” are the things that make us uniquely beautiful, and we want to celebrate you just as you are. Starting with the best quality in-camera looks, using expert posing and lighting that accentuate your best qualities, we’ll make subtle adjustments to ensure your images feature you at your best. We don’t want to change the essence of who you are, we want to let that essence shine!
“Will I have to sign a model release?”
Signing a standard copyright release is part of our process but of course we’ll never share anything without your approval. Your privacy and personal wishes are paramount. During your image selection, we’ll cover which – if any – images you’re comfortable with being shared. We know you’ll love your portraits, and we want to show off the amazing art created with you, but only if you’re happy with us doing so.
“Do you provide digital files?”
All purchased prints come with corresponding files, sized concurrently. Your photos will be printed using only the highest quality materials and printing technology, but you will always be able to print more at the same size and resolution using the printer of your choice. We might also archive these files for additional purchases, but storage time may vary.
“Do you offer payment plans?”
We understand the necessity of budgeting and are happy to offer a plan to fit your needs. We know you’re going to love so many of your images, and we’ll ensure that you get what you desire in all the sizes and styles you’ll be proud to display for years to come.
“What kinds of photography do you do?”
Our focus is on empowering women by creating astounding artwork of them at their best, through every stage of their life. Are you celebrating a birthday? An achievement? A milestone? A new addition? A new path? A rebirth? We’re here to capture this time of your life in its fullest, so you’ll have a lasting and beautiful remembrance of this moment, and the brilliance of who you are in it.
“What do I do about hair and makeup?”
Professional hair and makeup are included in the cost of your session. Our expert designers use a comprehensive selection of top-quality products to perfectly prepare you to be photographed. Simply arrive with clean hair, a freshly-washed face, and preferably something with a loose-fitting neckline, and let us do the rest.
“Will I look okay if I’m a nervous wreck?”
Our #1 goal is to provide you with portraits you love to see. We’ll guide you through every step of the process to create images that lift you up and that you will cherish forever. This experience is about you,
about caring for yourself, celebrating yourself. Be excited, not afraid. This is a moment to embrace yourself. Even if you’re jittery or anxious the day of your shoot, with all the pampering and genuine engagement you receive, you’ll soon find yourself laughing comfortably and singing along with the music while you sip champagne.
“How long is a session?”
It may vary a little based upon the shoot we’ve designed, hair and makeup, wardrobe changes, and set adjustments, but it’s safe to plan spending about three hours with us. After we’ve wrapped, we’ll schedule a time to get together for you to review your images and decide which ones you love and absolutely must have.