FAMILY, CHILD, AND NEWBORN
Pre-Consultation Guide
This is an important decision and rarely performed ritual to showcase a special moment in your families life. Its an investment of time, money, and effort all of which pale in comparison to losing out on that timeless memory. I believe the best results occur when values can be communicated between the wants and needs of the client and the vision and skill of the photographer. Before moving on, I want to discover your needs and desires in order to customize the photoshoot in order to produce an image that represents your vision and values.
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Here are a few questions that should help bring things into focus:
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What is this photograph going to be used for?
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A showcase piece or fine wall art (print or canvas)
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Framed print/album as gift for loved one
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Images for your Holiday cards
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Website or social media
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When scheduling your session with younger children pay careful attention to their daily schedule (nap time/feeding time) and try to work within the best time frame.
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Breaks , rest periods, and patience will be implemented to maintain happy baby status.
What time of day for the Photoshoot?
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I am an on location photographer, that means no studio work. I am central to Walnut Creek, Alamo, Danville, and San Ramon (travel fees applied outside of these boundaries)​
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The exact location will be narrowed down in the consultation stage​
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In home sessions available as this setting is most the most comfortable for a newborn/ small child, works great for formal group shots, and lends itself to natural spontaneous shots.
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If multiple locations are desired we can start in home and travel to local parks/city features or venture into the foothills
What is the Location of the Photoshoot?
What to Wear?
Here are some tips to simply your choices when selecting an outfit/outfits for the photoshoot
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Tried and true
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Simple and solid colors = Classic
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Neutral colors will remain timeless and fashionable for years to come.
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Things to Avoid
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logos, writing, characters, distracting patterns, busy stripes, numerous solid colors
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It's usually best for the entire groups not to match, unless you are seeking a particular look.
For babies and kids
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Loose clothing is to be avoided and slightly snug will photograph well.
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Make sure to try the clothing choices prior to session to make sure everything fits well.
For families
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No need to match, but you should consider colors that complement each other.
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Choose 2-4 colors some neutral some brighter and mix and match
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For an endless stream of ideas and inspiration for family outfits, www.pinterest.com will consume you.
Overall, wear something that represents who you are and something that you like to wear.
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Book your Photo Session Below:
All Photo Sessions include:
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Initial consultation
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Photo session
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Image package
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Access to members area*
Don't see the Photo session you were looking for?
See my customized services for more and contact me with additional details
*Access to Members area includes the following:
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Ultimate Guide to bring your child into Nature
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Map of best camping locations in the Bay Area: Car Camping, Group
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Camping, and Backpacking
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Map displaying significant Oak tree locations (mostly Bay Area)
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Access to large size landscape gallery
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Ability to buy limited edition prints​
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Images will be delivered to you in a proof gallery where you can choose your favorites. Your choices will be professionally edited and delivered about two weeks after you finalize your selections. ​
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Additional photographs $25 each
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