Frequently Asked Questions
Here are answers to some common questions to help you feel confident about your session and know how everything works. If you don't see your question here, I’m happy to chat personally — click the button below to send me a message!
1. How will I receive the photos?
I deliver all images through Pixieset, an online gallery where you can easily view and download your photos.
I deliver all images through Pixieset, an online gallery where you can easily view and download your photos.
2. How long until I see my photos?
Your full gallery will be delivered within 2 weeks of your session. If you’d love to see some highlights right away, I offer a 24-hour sneak peek add-on ($50) with 5 web-size photos perfect for social sharing.
Your full gallery will be delivered within 2 weeks of your session. If you’d love to see some highlights right away, I offer a 24-hour sneak peek add-on ($50) with 5 web-size photos perfect for social sharing.
3. How long is my gallery online?
Your gallery will stay online for 14 days after delivery, so you’ll have plenty of time to download and back up your images.
Your gallery will stay online for 14 days after delivery, so you’ll have plenty of time to download and back up your images.
4. What should we wear for our session?
It depends on the vibe you’re going for! During our consultation, I’ll help guide you — whether you want carefree barefoot photos on the beach, classic coordinated family portraits, or something more styled. We’ll create a mood board together so your outfits complement the look you’re after. Most importantly, wear what makes you feel comfortable and confident — that’s what shines through in the photos.
It depends on the vibe you’re going for! During our consultation, I’ll help guide you — whether you want carefree barefoot photos on the beach, classic coordinated family portraits, or something more styled. We’ll create a mood board together so your outfits complement the look you’re after. Most importantly, wear what makes you feel comfortable and confident — that’s what shines through in the photos.
5. What happens if it rains on our session day?
If weather prevents a successful session, I may suggest rescheduling or using an alternate/covered location. I’ll notify you at least 4 hours in advance and base decisions on local forecasts. If there’s a 60% or higher chance of rain, I recommend rescheduling at no extra cost (you would only cover any additional expenses, like permits) unless you prefer to proceed and we work together to find covered or alternate locations. For lower chances of rain, the choice is yours, and I’ll explain how conditions may affect your photos. Your comfort and the quality of your session are always my top priority.
If weather prevents a successful session, I may suggest rescheduling or using an alternate/covered location. I’ll notify you at least 4 hours in advance and base decisions on local forecasts. If there’s a 60% or higher chance of rain, I recommend rescheduling at no extra cost (you would only cover any additional expenses, like permits) unless you prefer to proceed and we work together to find covered or alternate locations. For lower chances of rain, the choice is yours, and I’ll explain how conditions may affect your photos. Your comfort and the quality of your session are always my top priority.
6. Why do black & white images cost extra?
Black & white images aren’t just filters — I custom edit tones, contrast, and highlights to create depth and emotion. This process ensures you receive print-quality, high-resolution black & white images.
Black & white images aren’t just filters — I custom edit tones, contrast, and highlights to create depth and emotion. This process ensures you receive print-quality, high-resolution black & white images.
7. What kind of files do I receive?
All of your images are delivered as high-resolution JPEGs through your Pixieset online gallery. You’ll be able to download both full-resolution files (ideal for printing) and web-sized files (perfect for sharing on social media). I recommend downloading both to ensure you have the best quality for every need.
All of your images are delivered as high-resolution JPEGs through your Pixieset online gallery. You’ll be able to download both full-resolution files (ideal for printing) and web-sized files (perfect for sharing on social media). I recommend downloading both to ensure you have the best quality for every need.
8. Is my Initial Payment refundable?
Your initial payment helps secure your session date and covers the prep work I do ahead of time, so it’s generally non-refundable. That said, if something unexpected happens outside your control — like severe weather, emergencies, or other unforeseen circumstances — I’ll work with you to reschedule or, in some cases, offer a refund. If I ever need to cancel your session, you’ll receive a full refund. My goal is always to make your session smooth and stress-free!
Your initial payment helps secure your session date and covers the prep work I do ahead of time, so it’s generally non-refundable. That said, if something unexpected happens outside your control — like severe weather, emergencies, or other unforeseen circumstances — I’ll work with you to reschedule or, in some cases, offer a refund. If I ever need to cancel your session, you’ll receive a full refund. My goal is always to make your session smooth and stress-free!
9. Do you retain copyright to the photos?
Yes, I keep the copyright to all images, but you’ll receive a Print Release with full personal use rights. This means you can share, download, and print your photos as much as you’d like!
Yes, I keep the copyright to all images, but you’ll receive a Print Release with full personal use rights. This means you can share, download, and print your photos as much as you’d like!
10. Can we have the unedited or RAW images?
No, I only deliver fully edited, high-quality images. RAW files are the unprocessed originals — think of them as the starting point for the final images I craft for you. Delivering edited photos ensures you get the best, polished version of your session.
No, I only deliver fully edited, high-quality images. RAW files are the unprocessed originals — think of them as the starting point for the final images I craft for you. Delivering edited photos ensures you get the best, polished version of your session.
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