The details
"Through the lens, I capture not just images, but the emotions and connections that make life beautiful."
I'd love to hear about the moments that matter most to you so we can “freeze” these moments in time and create lasting memories that you’ll treasure forever. Sharing your favorite styles, ideas, and expectations can help me to create a session that truly reflects your family’s story and captures the joy of these cherished moments. Let’s create lasting memories together!
Intake Form
The intake form is designed to help me get to know you better and tailor your session to your needs. It includes sections for your interest in add-ons, where you heard about me, and the type of session you're looking for. You'll also have a chance to share any special requests or specific shots you’d like captured. Additionally, please provide your information and let me know how many people will be involved. This helps ensure we create a memorable experience that reflects your vision!
Contract:
My contract outlines important policies to ensure a smooth experience for both of us. First, regarding cancellation|late arrivals without a 48 hour notice, a $150 fee will be charged; however, this fee can be applied to a new session date. Please note, that the contract states I will be your exclusive photographer for the session unless previously discussed and agreed upon. The contract also includes a limit of liability to protect both parties. Your understanding and agreement help ensure we create beautiful memories together!
By signing this contract, you acknowledge and agree I reserve the right to use the photos from our session for or any purpose I choose. A $150 deposit is required to reserve my services for wedding bookings. Family milestone photos, the full balance is due on the day of, while for wedding bookings, the total amount is to be paid the day before. Please note that if we exceed the agreed-upon timeframe, there will be a charge of $150 per hour. The security deposit is non-refundable. Your understanding of these terms helps ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience as we capture your special moments!
As outlined in the contract, I am happy to travel for destination sessions; however, a $75 travel fee will be applied if the session is over 45 minutes away from Ironwood, MI. Retouching is included in your package, but any custom retouching requested by the client will incur an additional charge of $100 per hour. When sharing your special captured moments, I kindly ask for recognition by tagging my Facebook page or website. For your convenience, I accept various payment options, including cash, check, PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle. Please bring the exact amount unless you plan to include a tip.
Wedding extras
location
Shooting both Reception and Ceremony locations is included in your package, however drive time between two locations is counted in your block of time for the e vent.
adding more time
Any extra time outside of the wedding block of time for the event will be charged an extra $150 an hour.
Adding package
If booking an engagement photoshoot at time of booking wedding photoshoot, I will take off $100 off.
my promise
As my promise to you, wedding photos will be delivered within 90 days, while family milestone shoots will be ready within 2 weeks. You’ll receive a fully edited digital gallery from your event, sent via email with a 4-digit access code for easy downloading and sharing of prints as often as you’d like. Please note that the digital gallery will be available for 6 months after the publication date due to space limitations. Your memories are important to me, and I’m committed to ensuring you can cherish them for years to come!
Things to think about
Lighting: I'm a natural light photographer with a long love of sunsets and the way light reflects off the scenery on a normal day. I use natural light until the sun goes down, only then, will I shoot using flash. I leverage the natural light because I want to capture the mood of the moment, not artificially alter it. If you are planning on having photos taken outdoors between 10 am and 3 pm, please ensure there is a space away from direct sunlight. Midday light is extremely harsh creating dark shadows under the eyes and nose, as well as constantly squinting. Do not sweat if it is cloudy because a cloudy day is a perfect day! When is the best time to take outdoor photos then you say? The golden soft light I leverage is just before and during sunset. Depending of the time of year, these photos can be taken is 60-20 minutes just before sunset.
Inside Photoshoots: Every shoot tells a story of the day and the perfect start is to prepare. When it comes to lighting please consider capturing moments in rooms with large windows. Windows should have enough light coming through to light the room. Also to think of the wall color. Light colored walls will be your friend! Colored walls cast unflattering light so planning in advance will help achieve best options.
Be YOU: I want your photos to be flawless. I like to set up poses as well as have everyone act natural and interact. During the shoot, I will be constantly taking photos, throwing ideas out there, as well as taking in ideas we previously discussed to create a smooth experience.
For wedding photoshoots, things for me to capture that someone should be assigned to assist me with capturing the "details" are; wedding dress, shoes, garter, jewelry, purse, perfume, personalized hanger, wedding invitation, rings, bouquet, note to/from groom, gift to/from groom, handkerchief, sentimental items, anything else meaningful to preserve the moment of the day. Also, it takes a lot of time to gather family for photos. Pre-assign a family member or friend who knows the guest to help gather in the appropriate photo. If you provide me with a list of family groups you would like to have photographed together is also very helpful!
My Contract
