FAQ Session

1. When is the best time to take baby photos?

   Baby photos always revolve around when is best for your family and your baby's schedule. Newborns usually don't spend much time awake, so I usually recommend that mom feeds before the session starts so that we can take photos of baby being held and "passed around" more easily. Each session is different and sometimes we have lots of awake time but many times we'll have none if the baby is young enough. Mid morning or afternoon is usually best for everyone. 
    

2. How Old Should the Baby Be?
   This all depends on what you want to capture:
   0 Weeks - hospital or brand new home pics
   1-3 Weeks – brand new baby, big yawns and long sleep times
   4-8 Weeks – still tiny, but more awake and occasional smiles 
   9-13 Weeks – lots more awake time and first smiles and giggles
   16-28 Weeks - my favorite - lots of tummy time and interaction
   6- 8 Months – usually pulling up and independantly sitting, good for family pics
   9-12 Months - Crawling, walking, playing, interacting
    

3. I'm worried about my body and my house's condition?
   Don't be. I'll make sure we get flattering angles, cover what we need to, and get pictures you'll love of your interaction. Your home WILL be a bit chaotic... I expect it. If there are piles of clothes, dirty dishes and sleepy headed kids ambling around... it's all part of the fun. We'll move what we need to and include things that will add to the story.  
    

4. What should we wear?
   Dark neutral clothes are best for these sessions... babies stand out very well on black backdrops (shirts) and dark clothing also hides a multitude of sin when it comes to ways your body may have shifted during flight. 
    

5. How long do sessions last?

   Most sessions last one to two hours, giving time for us to capture baby awake and asleep and interaction with family. 
    

6. How many photos will I get / how long before I receive them?

   Each session includes 30–40 fully edited images, with careful skin retouching and blemish removal for a natural, polished look. Your digital files will be delivered through a private online gallery, where you can download your images and order professional prints directly through my preferred lab for the best quality results.For an additional $100, I can package your images on a USB drive and either mail or hand-deliver it to you.Please Note: My images are specially edited and calibrated to print accurately through the professional lab I use. I’m unable to make separate edits to accommodate outside printers you may choose to use.
    

7. Do you do rush turn around?
   Sometimes. Depends on the reason and the rest of my load. Please ask if you have an urgent need for this.. 

    

8. Do I get digital files and printing rights?

   Every package includes 5 files released to you to use in Christmas photos and share on social media. If you'd like all your images available to print outside of ordering prints through me, you'll need to purchase the $100 rights package. If you don't purchase your rights package, you'll still have access to a gallery of your images for 12 months where you can purchase prints, albums and more with your pictures.
    

9. What happens if weather or scheduling is a problem?

   Sessions are usually rescheduled for bad weather or family emergencies.
    

10. I feel like photos are so expensive... why?
    It’s a fair question and I'm going to answer it because I know you've been wondering— the short answer is that photography is much more than the hour or two we spend together at your session. What you’re investing in is not just “a few clicks of the camera,” but years of training, the best equipment, creative expertise, and many hours of behind-the-scenes work to deliver images that truly capture who you are.Here’s where your investment really goes:
    
    Time & Preparation – Before your session even starts, your photographer is scouting locations, helping you plan outfits, and scheduling around the best light. After the session comes the hours of culling, editing, retouching, and preparing your gallery. What seems like a one-hour shoot often adds up to 10+ hours of professional work
    
    Professional Gear & Software – Cameras, lenses, editing programs, sales and invoicing software and and backup storage are all essential to producing professional results. This equipment costs thousands of dollars and needs to be maintained and upgraded regularly.
    
    Business Costs – Running a photography business means insurance, website hosting, marketing, licenses, studio or travel expenses, and sometimes even assistants. These overhead costs are built into the session fee.
    
    Experience & Artistry – You’re not only paying for a photo—you’re paying for someone who knows how to pose you naturally, use light creatively, and capture images that feel timeless and authentic. That expertise comes from years of practice and education.
    
    Even with premium pricing, photographers don’t actually take home as much as it seems. Once costs and taxes are factored in, margins are modest compared to the time, skill, and expenses required and typically not even as profitable as the trades like drywall, plumbing or framing - facts. Senior portraits are an investment—but they’re also heirlooms that will last a lifetime.
     

11. Do You Do Multi Session Discounts
    Yes. If you do more than one session in a year, the sessions after the first one are 25% off the main package fee. For example if you do a newborn session for $400, and then later in the year do a family portrait session or another baby session, the second session will be $300 instead of $400. Add on fees still apply.