Frequenty Asked Questions
What if my children don't behave on the day?
This is probably the thing parents worry the most about! I have many processes in place to guarantee the best results possible.
Baby sessions are planned so bub arrives with a full belly. These sessions are very much about going with the flow and working with what your baby gives me on the day. It is not uncommon for babies to be unsettled, but please be assured that this is normal! With some patience and persistence we can still capture beautiful portraits during the in-between moments.
Toddlers and young children can sometimes be a challenge but I find the key to photographing them is making them feel comfortable. I keep the session relaxed and introduce games when needed. When they are having fun, it definitely produces the most natural smiles! I do advise parents to talk to their child about the photo shoot leading up to the day so they know what to expect, and offering a small reward at the end of the session works well!
My kids and pets won't stay still for photos!
I don’t want kids and pets to sit still, I want them to be themselves so I can capture their true personality! Although I always aim for one beautiful, traditional looking-at-camera portrait where everyone sits still, most of the session allows for movement, laughter and zoomies! This is when your true personalities shine and they are usually the portraits you will love most.
What if my dog can't be off lead?
Dogs can definitely stay on lead during a session. In fact, I recommend it unless you are super confident in your dog’s recall. We can tuck the lead away when possible, otherwise I can remove the lead in the edit. For dogs and pets that are very anxious, a studio session may be the best option. Upon enquiry, we can discuss your dog’s personality and what setting is best for them and your family.
Why is it best to photograph newborn babies under 2 weeks old?
It is ideal to photograph your baby within their first 2 weeks to give me the best opportunity to capture a great variety of deep sleeping portraits plus those gorgeous curly, womb-like poses. At around 3 weeks old, babies go through a growth spurt and become a lot more aware of their surroundings. This is also when they can start suffering from colic (wind & reflux), which makes it harder to settle them into a deep sleep. Baby acne also starts appearing around 3 weeks old and will last for about 2 weeks.
In saying this, I quite often have parents contact me once bub is born because it’s only then that they realise the importance of preserving this precious time! It is also common for parents to feel quite overwhelmed in those first couple of weeks, so they don’t even look into booking a photographer until bub is a few weeks old. If this is you – don’t stress! Every baby is different, and I believe that the perfect time to photograph your baby is when YOU are ready. Depending on how settled your baby is will depend on what poses are achievable, but in any case I can still capture beautiful photographs of your little one! For babies who have been born premature, it is likely they will stay settled for longer than 2 weeks old.
Please feel free to contact me to have a chat about your baby and I can advise you of what type of photos I can achieve for you. If you simply want to capture them while they are as small as possible, book in as soon as you can!
How much does it cost to have portraits taken by you?
For a standard session I only ask for a reservation fee of $225, in studio or outdoors.
I believe that clients can only decide on what purchases they would like to make upon seeing their photographs, so this is decided during your Ordering Session approximately 1-2 weeks after your photo shoot.
Most families invest between $800-$2900 which gives you 5-20 of your favourite photographs fully edited and in a combination of Wall Decor, Professional Prints or Digital Files. Payment Plans are also available.
I'm worried I will love too many photos, what if I can't afford them all?
I try my best to make the Ordering Session an easy and enjoyable process. After the photo session, I go through your photographs and carefully select 20-50 of the best. I present these to you in your Ordering Session where you decide what purchases you would like to make.
Most clients decide to select 10-20 of their favourites, and I’m there to help you with this process and work out what is the best option for you that also fits within your budget.
If we come to a decision that is slightly above your budget, you are welcome to take up a payment plan to help you.
What if I need to re-schedule my appointment?
For all photography sessions, you can re-schedule within 2 business days of your appointment without losing the session fee. Under unforeseen circumstances or when a family member becomes sick, we ask for you to please give notification ASAP, so we can re-schedule. Session fees being refunded or transferred for last-minute changes is at the discretion of the photographer and also based on availability.
Sunset sessions are weather-dependant and you will not lose your session fee if we need to re-schedule due to bad weather.
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