session details, tips, and answers
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Now that your session date is confirmed (YAY!), you can start planning for it now! This means you decide on a desired color scheme and plan coordinated outfits. When your outfits match, your photos will feel more cohesive.
step 01: start planning
Session day can be stressful and exciting, but I promise there is nothing to be nervous about! All I ask is that you come as relaxed as possible, stay open-minded, and trust that I will take care of the rest!
step 02: Session day
Once I have carefully curated your finished photos, I will place them inside your personal gallery and send you a direct link. From there, you can favorite, download, purchase and share your keepsake photos.
step 03: Gallery Delivery
Confirm session time & location
bring any water, toys, snacks, a blanket etc. for kids
confirm your session's payment
plan coordinated outfits for everyone
select your clothing color palette
prepare for your session by fulfilling each of these items:
session checklist
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trust me as your photographer
relax, have fun, and just be you
You've made it to session day! As you approach your session, keep in mind these 2 things:
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I do edit each photo in my signature style... This includes global adjustments for color correction, exposure, and style... This does not include traditional 'retouching' which is done in photoshop. Complementary retouching is offered on your 10 favorites. Additional retouching can be added on for $10/photo if you would like it.
06. Do you edit every photo?
- I schedule portrait sessions on Tuesdays, Thursdays & Sundays in order to coordinate taking care of our baby with my hubby's work schedule. Morning sessions are best when scheduled for 9:00am. The evening times listed below are the best start time based on the sunset time for that month. If those days really don't work for you, please let me know and I'll try to accomodate!
- Outdoor portraits are scheduled between daylight savings times - mid March - early November (with the exception of maternity sessions that have a "due date").
05. What's your availability for portrait sessions?
Some of my portrait sessions include 10 digital files... Your full gallery will contain a lot more than 10 photos. On average, for a 30-minute session there will be a minimum of 40 photos and a 60-minute session will have a minimum of 80 photos. You get to pick your 10 favorite photos to download as high-resolution files and have the rights to print and share as you'd like. This is great for those sessions when you just need a few updated photos but want to stay within a tighter budget. You'll have the option to buy more of the photos if you want, but there is no obligation.
04. What does "10 digital files" included mean?
Hey, it happens! I have a lot of tricks up my sleeve and can often make it work, but if they just aren't having it, then we'll just reschedule (at no cost to you) for another time that's convenient for both of us. In other words: no matter what, we are going to work together to capture your kiddos.
03. What happens if my kiddo is having a terrible, horrible, no-good, very bad day?
If it’s looking like it may be raining, snowing, or other inclement weather, I’ll be in touch the day before.
If it's going to be under 50 degrees, I'll ask to reschedule outdoor sessions. Red noses, splotchy cheeks & teary eyes just aren't a good look and nearly impossible to edit out.
02. What if the weather is looking bad?
If in doubt, book 30-minutes - we can create a lot in that time! I don't book sessions back to back, so if you decide that you really want to keep going, we can upgrade you for the additional cost - not a problem!
01. What if I don't know if I need 30 or 60 minutes?
Have a question? I've got an answer! And if you don't see your question here, please reach out via email: inspired@photographybyerinleigh.com.
FAQs
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WHAT IS THE BEST START TIME FOR MY OUTDOOR SESSION?
Evening times listed below are the best starting times based on sunset to get the best light. Other times can still work and sometimes it's best to go off of "happy time" for kids. I've tried to list on the locations which are good for anytime of day.
• 5:00 March
• 5:30 April
• 6:30 May
• 7:00 June
• 7:00 July
• 6:00 August
• 5:30 September
• 4:30 October
• 4:00 November