FAQs
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Punctuality is key. Aim to arrive 15 minutes before your session start time. This will allow wiggle room for any incidents such as traffic, wardrobe, etc.
Guests are welcome to accompany you duing your session.
If you are under 18, you will need a guardian present at your session.
Pets are welcome to most sessions, unless stated otherwise by photographer or location.
Please notify me if you plan to bring your pet.
When bringing pets please be prepared.
consider packing treats, water, poop bags, their favorite toys, collars and leads, and someone to accompany you to monitor and handle your pet while we shoot.
Prep for your photoshoot
Get inspired. Look up photo and posing inspo before your session, feel free to share them with me before or on the day of your shoot.
Avoid waxing or other cosmetic prep within 24 hours of your session to avoid any skin irritations or aesthetic incidents on the day of our shoot.
Moisturize. Apply lotion and chapstick before your session, thank me later.
Pack. Consider packing anything you may need during your session such as:
extra clothes and shoes
touch up makeup
hair product
chapstick + lotion
lint roller
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Headshots, Modeling Digitals, Modeling Portfolio, Content Creation, Branding
Individual portraits, Seniors, Grads, Bridal Portraits, Maternity
Family, Children, Pets
Couples, Engagement
Seasonal, Themed, Styled, Creative
Hourly event and group coverage.
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Inquiry
inquire here
provide as as much detail as you can so we can better plan your session
Contract + Retainer
Once we have discussed and agreed upon the session details, I will send you a contract and invoice through your client portal.
At this time you will review and sign your contact as well as send through your retainer.
Confirmation
Once I have received your signed contract and session retainer, I will verify and finalize your booking.
Session Day + Remaining Balance Due
Aim to arrive 10-15 minutes before your session start time.
Your remaining balance will be due at the end of your session.
Gallery Delivery
Your digital gallery will be delivered within 2-3 weeks!
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There is a $50 non-refundable electronic deposit prior to booking, to reserve your spot. This deposit is a part of your session balance, the remainder of it will be paid at the end of your session.
Travel fee and sales tax will also be applied to client invoice and are not included in the session fee.
There is a 10 minute grace period. If a client runs more than 15 minutes late, a surcharge of $25 will be added. Your gallery will be held until this payment has been cleared.
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Things happen! I understand. In the case of bad weather or illness, I’ll be more than happy to put your deposit towards a re-schedule or fully refund it. However If you need to cancel less than 2 weeks before session, the deposit will not be refunded.
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Reminder these are styling tips and not rules. This is not meant to take away from your personality or personal style. Take this as a styling guide to help guide your choices and ensure your outfit and clothing don’t detract from your experience.
The most important thing to keep in mind is to wear something you feel comfortable, confident, and YOURSELF in!
Take the season and session location into consideration when styling your outfit.
When in doubt, neutral, muted colors are a photographers best friend. They are the most flattering to any environment!
(Foolproof colors are black, white, creams, muted greens, and browns.)
Textures and layering also make a great addition to any outfit. (natural fibers, denim, leather, knits, etc.)
I also love to photograph monochromatic outfits, tulle, leather, denim, cosplay inspired looks and any other fun outfits!
Things to avoid:
Big patterns (chevron, large prints, etc.)
Pink/Red/Orange/Yellow (these reflect onto the skin and can negatively impact your natural skin tone.)
Bright or neon colors
Large logos/Sports jerseys/Etc.
Be prepared:
Consider your location when packing and prepping for your shoot. Bring extra clothing and shoes in case you need to change at any point of the photoshoot. (Muddy or rainy day, walking in tall grass, getting wet or sandy, etc.) -
Most locations have a public restroom that you may change in, depending on the location some people are also comfortable changing within their own cars, or in my pop up changing tent. Let me know what you’re most comfortable doing. :)
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Digital images are delivered within 2-3 weeks of session, through a private client gallery. You will be able to download all images at high resolution for free, as well as purchase prints, canvases, or keepsakes through the website.
Upon receiving images, avoid screenshotting them as it degrades the quality. Download the high res images instead.
Please credit Nay’s Atelier (@Nays.Atelier) when uploading images online.
Avoid adding edits, presets, or filters to images as that does not properly portray my work as a photographer.