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The Client Welcome Guide
Hello! I'm Karissa and I'm so glad you're here. This page is the central hub for everything you need to know about your upcoming photoshoot!
We've put together all the important details, timelines, and tips to make sure your experience is smooth, fun, and results in an amazing photoshoot. Take a few minutes to review everything and don't hesitate to reach out if you have questions.
Along the way, we're just a phone call, text or email away. Don't hesitate to reach out if you have questions.
- Karissa
*NEED to KNOW
COMMUNICATION
We try to respond to emails within 2 business days. For urgent inquiries, you can call or text us at 475-350-7727.
PAYMENT SCHEDULE
A retainer was paid initially to secure your appointment. The remainder is due the day of your session. All payments can be made directly online.
STUDIO POLICIES
If you need to reschedule either a call or your photoshoot appointment, please let us know as soon as possible. Rescheduling photoshoots less than a week prior to your appointment may result in a fee if we are not able to rebook that timeslot.
A few basics to help along the way.
the TIMELINE
PROPOSAL
Once the proposal is signed & your retainer is paid, watch for an email to schedule your design call.
INSPIRATION BOARD
Begin collecting inspiration images that convey the vibe you'd like to create with your photographs.
DESIGN CALL
We'll design your photoshoot over Zoom, reviewing your inspiration images, wardrobe, styling & more.
PHOTOSHOOT
We'll guide you through every step of the photoshoot from styling to posing!
PHOTO SELECTION CALL
We'll review the photographs from your session with you via Zoom. You'll select the images you'd like to order, along with any products you'd like.
EDITING
All selected photographs will be edited by hand, incorporating any feedback offered on the selection call.
DIGITAL DELIVERY
Your photographs will first be delivered digitally. Download them & save them in two locations for safekeeping.
PRINT & ALBUM DELIVERY
Prints and other products will be ordered once the digitals are delivered. The specific timeline depends on the specific items ordered but let us know if you are working against any timelines.
Additional Options
If you would like additional assistance selecting what to wear, we can set up a call with our wardrobe consultant. She will review your closet, select options for your photoshoot, and may also advise you on pieces you could buy that would be perfect for you, if you like.
wardrobe consult
We can get many different looks from photos taken at the studio, but we can also do the photoshoot on location or split our time between the two. Let us know if you're interested in finding a background that means something to you or speaks more specifically to your brand.
ADDITIONAL LOCATION
KARISSA TAKES INTO CONSIDERATION WHAT'S IMPORTANT to you.
I couldn't have asked for a more supportive and professional photographer!
THINGS to
CONSIDER
A few of the details that matter the most...
Wardrobe
Accessories
Styling
Preparations
Ways to Use Images
Planning Your Session
Wardrobe Tips
Inspiration
Local Favorites
Styling Tips
How to Use Your Photos
The Packing List
Getting Started
Getting started is always the most difficult. Here we walk you through some ways to identify what you would like from your photoshoot.
Gathering inspiration is an important part of the process. Here, we discuss what type of images work best and Karissa shows you how to create a Pinterest board.
Most photoshoots include styling, but if yours doesn't, this is a great place to find information on how to prepare for the session.
While some tips are fairly obvious (no large logos!), others are more subtle. Click here and we'll walk through some of the best wardrobe tips for photoshoots.
It's easy to overlook things as you pack for your photoshoot. Click here for reminders of what to pack so you don't leave something at home!
After your photoshoot you'll definitely want to go out! Here are a few of our favorite bars & restaurants in New Haven. Plan ahead and make reservations!
From social media profiles to professional associations, there are so many places to use your new photographs. Here is a list to get you thinking!
Click below for additional ideas and tips as you begin planning your photoshoot!
for Best Results
If you're envisioning having photos you treasure for a lifetime, it's important to plan ahead! Here are a few pro tips to help you get the most out of your photoshoot:
Treat this like a special event.
If you like to have your hair or nails done before events, take the opportunity to do so about 2 weeks before your photoshoot.
Do not fake tan.
The fake tanning chemicals end up looking orange on camera. Do not fake tan prior to your photoshoot.
Consider accessories.
Accessories can mean anything from your grandma's earrings to a laptop. What would bring your photo more meaning?
Do not be too trendy.
Unless you do photoshoots regularly, avoid trends in your wardrobe & styling. They will date the image as soon as the trends fade.
Bring your energy!
The camera doesn't lie. We will guide you through everything, but we need your energy to come through in the photographs!
Prints & Gifts
Fine Art Prints may be placed on shelves in their mats, framed for the wall, or given as gifts to family and friends. They are by far the most versatile of the print options and are created by a professional print shop for the endurance of the print and the accuracy of the colors.
FINE ART PRINTS
Our albums are created by artisan crafters and are made by hand. It is a beautiful process to create your own custom book of photographs. Album pages may be thick "life proof" pages if you have kids or can be beautiful handmade paper if you prefer.
albums
Decorating your walls with custom artwork is a beautiful way to see your new photographs daily. We work with unbelievable printers who create gallery-worthy works of art for us. The art is all beautifully presented and comes with a Certificate of Authenticity.
elegant wall art
The Studio
