This is a work in progress - I'll add to it as time goes on and/or as questions come up.
I've booked. Now what? What do I need to do?
I've got a quick list here for you to help make preparation for your session easy and fun. Click here to see it now.
What should my child wear? What should we wear for a group photo?
Dark solids are always best with a preference of not black and not white. However, I can work those in if you'd like - I just need to know to ensure I have a backdrop that can handle that. Does this mean no pretty colourful outfits for babies? Never. In the end, it's YOUR photo session, and I work to make you happy with the results. If you need an idea for a group photo and making clothes match, email me and I have a program that helps to ensure group photos go well together without dressing everyone alike.
Can Grandma/Uncle Bob/the mail man be present at a session
Yes. Once again, the session is for you. I want you to be comfortable and happy. Keep in mind though, that too many people CAN confuse a child and upset them, even if they're used to these people. I will honestly say that less is better, but I will accommodate what works for you.
My baby/child has acne/a rash/something that won't make my photos pretty. Should I rebook?
No! Most babies and many toddlers often have rashes, chapped lips, scratches, bruises. I can remove these and keep the photo looking natural at no extra cost.
Does my child have to "sit and pose"?
NO! I prefer your child to be natural - play, laugh, be silly. I'm a big child myself and will play right along with them. I want to capture your child being their natural self, not some Big Box Store posed photo. You can get that for $9.99 at the store if you'd like.
This is also a good time to mention, I do like to warn parents that the child will have more fun if they're not forever being told to "sit down", "stop that", "pay attention", "don't touch".... Your child is excited and a bit unsure of what to expect. They may act out/act up a bit more than usual. That's alright. I prefer that you let them be and they WILL calm down over time. If it's getting out of control and I need someone to step in, I'll then tell the child "please don't touch that" or something similar as your queue to step in. Don't worry - we'll discuss this in person before we start.
