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FAQ's

Please read before booking!


  • How long do the sessions typically take?

    Our timeframes are generous and we can wrap earlier. If we are shooting in a busy area such as New York City, it could take us longer because there may be a lot of people around, changing lighting and weather conditions, etc. For portraits, we recommend about 30 minutes per outfit or background. Be mindful of how long it takes to change into each outfit as well.

  • Why do I have to pay a deposit?

    The purpose of the deposit is to lock in your date + time. If you cancel at the last minute, I most likely would have been able to book someone else during that period. I do not lock anything down in my calendar until the deposit has been paid, making your desired time slot up for grabs. Nothing is booked until the deposit has been paid.

  • When do I pay the remainder? Can I pay all upfront?

    The remainder of your session + travel fee is due immediately following your shoot before we both depart. No images will be delivered until the final payment is made. The way my booking system is set up is in two increments: deposit + final payment.

  • What are location travel fees?

    (This applies to the Lehigh Valley only) Depending exactly where you want your photographs done, travel fees will vary. $60 is pretty typical. I charge a travel fee so I can get to and from our photoshoot with my camera gear + your photographs safe and sound.

  • What happens if it rains?

    If the weather is crazy/act of god/I am sick/etc, we will put your deposit toward a re-schedule. However, if you simply don’t show up to the session, the deposit will not be refunded. If you have booked a portrait, couple, or blogger session [this does not include elopements, weddings, or commercial work] and need to reschedule your session, your deposit can be put toward a re-schedule as long as I am notified within 14 days of your session. I get it— life happens. However, if you need to cancel and do not want to re-schedule, your deposit is not refunded.

  • Can I bring a friend to my session?

    Yes, bring a friend, parent, spouse! Whatever will make you feel more comfortable, go for it!

  • How + when will I receive the files?

    You will receive the edited images within 7 Business days of your session. You will receive all of the files via Pixieset, a Private Online Gallery Link. You can then download, share the link with friends + family, and post online! Download links do expire after 30 days, so be sure to download your images asap! Make sure to save + backup your images.

  • How long do you store our images?

    I clean out my client files every 3 months and cannot guarantee that I will backup the images for you, so be sure to download the images and create your own backups. I do not store the raw files for more than 2 months.

  • Do I get to select the images?

    No. Part of my job is making the image selects and choosing the most flattering photographs. The images I do not deliver are either repeats, blurry, or out of focus, shots of you blinking or mid-sentence speaking. I have no reason to withhold any images. I am on your side.

  • Can I have the unedited versions or raw files?

    No.

  • Will you re-touch (photoshop) how I look?

    No, I do not retouch or alter my client’s appearance. If this is something you want, there is an easy solution and that would be to outsource my final images to an editor of my choice. 

  • What if we are not happy with the final images?

    If you have read my FAQ thoroughly and done all you can to prepare yourself for your photoshoot, including picking a location you love, an outfit you feel confident in, then this is the best way to ensure you will be happy with the final result. If I have delivered what I promised to you, photography services of your package of choice, and you are not happy with the final outcome there is nothing I can do outside of performing my professional photography services.

  • What if we don’t want the images used on your social media, website, or anywhere online?

    Please make it clear to me in your initial inquiry if this is the case and let me know the reason. The primary way I market my photography services (and how you found me!) is the internet and I rely on sharing my photography to bring in customers. Therefore, I do have a fee if this is something you want to be waived, please inquire. 

  • Can we pick what images go on your website?

    No. Any of the files I deliver to you could be shared online.

Other Things To Note:

The client is responsible for their own metro card, uber/lyft ride, gas, parking as well as any other permits needed for the location. The client is also encouraged to bring props, such as flowers, but is responsible for whatever props they would like in the images.

Headshots vs Portraits

During a headshot session, all the images are captured from the chest up while we concentrate on coaching you toward your best expression. That’s 100% on us and something we pride ourselves upon. We’ll coach you throughout the entire process to not only capture superb imagery but to educate you on what angles and expressions work best for you. We often vary the background colors and love a variety of clothing changes over the course of the session. As you can see from our work, we have created beautiful lighting that is headshot specific and matches our aesthetic that we believe will have you looking your best. The average headshot session is 30 minutes or less, per person.


Our portrait sessions are where we get more creative and vary things up quite a bit. You’ll have an assortment of different backgrounds, lighting and we change the proximity of the camera to the subject as well. You’ll walk away with a broader range of pictures and everything you’ll need for your own personal branding purposes. Our portrait sessions start at an hour long.


HEADSHOTS

We host clients either at our Bethlehem, PA studio or we can come to you!

We are available for Conferences, Trade Shows, and High Volume Corporate Headshots! Whether your group is 2 or 200+ - we have you covered!

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