All the Info
01. Book your session
02. Photoshoot Day
03. The Reveal
04. Choose your package
05. Download your files + shop your gallery store
Buffalo, NY Photography Sessions
01: BOOK YOUR SESSION
The first step is to choose your ideal date! Are you looking for a sunset summer session? Spring blossoms? Fall foliage? Think about what time of year you’d love.
I am happy to help you choose if you’re not sure - for example, sometimes fall works better for families with younger children because the sunset is earlier and you don’t have to delay bedtime. Feel free to ask!
After selecting a date, a signed digital contract and a session fee of $200 will secure your date on my calendar.
For the best light, I recommend scheduling outdoor sessions to begin about 60 minutes prior to sunset and in-home sessions around 11am.
I know family photos can feel overwhelming. After booking you will receive access to my Client Lounge. This outlines what to expect and answers many FAQs, from what to wear and how to prep your kids. I am also always available to help with any questions or concerns, so please don’t hesitate to reach out! The goal is to make this as easy as possible on you.
Please note, the session fee does not include any images or print products. Image collections are chosen after the session and start at $600.
02: PHOTOSHOOT DAY
Plan for your session to last around 1 hour for family and maternity sessions. For newborn sessions, plan for around 60-90 minutes.
Your session will be relaxed and focused on capturing your family exactly as you are in this moment in time. I will guide you with poses and prompts throughout your session to bring forth authentic moments.
03: THE REVEAL
One of the best parts! About 3-4 weeks after your session, you’ll receive access to your slideshow of all the edited images from your session set to music.
Check out the video for a look at my gallery delivery process for my clients! →
04: CHOOSE YOUR COLLECTION
About 3-4 weeks after your session, you’ll receive your slideshow with a minimum of 50 available images and you’ll have the option to purchase one of the following collections of high resolution downloads and a print credit.
This allows you the opportunity to view your images first and then choose your collection.
One of the best parts about your collection is the included print credit! This ensures that you will have something tangible from your session. Your print credit can be used toward any of the products in the gallery shop.
Collection 1 - $600
Includes:
10 high resolution digital downloads
$50 print credit
Collection 2 - $725
Includes:
25 high resolution digital downloads
$200 print credit
Collection 3 - $850
Includes:
All high resolution digital downloads (minimum of 50)
Slideshow Download
$400 print credit
If you’re like most of us, your photos are largely on your phone.
Which is wonderful and convenient for photographing the day to day moments.
But when your kids are adults, make sure they have some printed memories of their childhood. The print credit will ensure you have something high quality, beautiful, and tangible from your session.
These will last for generations to come and preserve your family’s legacy.
05: DOWNLOAD YOUR FILES + SHOP THE GALLERY STORE!
Once you have purchased a Collection, you’ll have immediate download access and you can shop your gallery store using your print credit.
Your print credit ensures you’ll have something tangible from your session - you’ve made the investment and now you’ll have beautiful art to display in your home. Having printed products ensures you will have something high quality and long lasting from your session.
Lay Flat Albums
8x8: $400
10x10: $540
12x12: $650
Matted Framed Prints
8x12: $300
11x14: $375
16x24: $700
20x24: $900
Small Framed Prints
4x6: $175
5x7: $200
8x10: $245
Fine Art Prints
4x6: $15
5x7: $15
8x10: $25
11x14: $60
Additional products available. For more information click HERE
FAQS
WHERE WILL MY SESSION TAKE PLACE? All sessions can be held outdoors or in the comfort of your own home. I have some favorite outdoor locations in the area to help you choose and you can check out my blog post here for some of my favorite locations around Buffalo.
HOW LONG IS A TYPICAL SESSION? Approximately 1 hour. I try to move fast with children! Newborn sessions may be slightly longer because we may need to take breaks so the baby can eat, be changed, etc. Extended family sessions can take up to 1.5 hours.
WHAT IS A PRINT CREDIT? A print credit is essentially a gift card that can be used to purchase any prints or products from the gallery store. You’ll receive a coupon code in your email after purchasing a collection that you can use toward any item in the gallery store. This ensures that you will walk away from your session with art you can display in your home!
WHEN CAN WE SEE OUR PHOTOS? My turnaround time is approximately 3-4 weeks.
WHAT IF IT RAINS? We will reschedule!
WHAT IF WE NEED TO RESCHEDULE? I totally understand that sometimes unavoidable things come up or people get sick. If something happens, I am happy to work with you to reschedule your session.
WILL YOU USE OUR IMAGES ON YOUR WEBSITE/SOCIAL MEDIA? I am always happy and excited to share photos from sessions, however - they are for you! I will never share your images without your permission and completely understand the desire to keep them private if you choose.
CAN WE INCLUDE EXTENDED FAMILY (GRANDPARENTS, AUNTS, UNCLES, COUSINS, ETC)? Yes! I do my extended family sessions differently than immediate family sessions though - click HERE for more information on my extended family session.
CAN MY PETS JOIN? YES!
