Here are some things to consider to help make your session the best it can be!

• Who do I include?

Often parents and grandparents tell us that they would like a portrait of “just the kids”, and that’s understandable since our kids and grandkids are so importrait to us.

However, don’t underestimate the value parent and / or grandparents have as children grow up and share their portraits with future generations. This can best be summed up by one of David’s favorite quotes:

Let that sink in for just a minute. See if it changes your perspective.

We allow enough time at your session to photograph the whole family and breakdowns of “just the kids”, or “just the parents”, and individuals as desired.

• We have small children, what if they become cranky while we are viewing/ choosing images from the session?

  No problem. Lots of families with children of all ages are clients of ours. We experience cranky little ones occasionally and have come to believe that a small snack for them to have between the session and the viewing of the session images works wonders. ** We do have a refrigerator if you need to store your food until the appropriate snack time, as well as a microwave, should you need to heat something up.

• Do I bring my pet?

We strive to capture your family with all of its personality and feeling. For some of us, our fur-babies are an integral part of our family.

If that is the case with you, we would love to include your favorite pet in your portrait.

If you are considering bringing your pet, please click here to review our Pet Policy.

• Where do I hang my Portraits?

Choosing the correct location for your portraits will have a major effect on their overall impact and enjoyment.

Again, we have three simple guidelines that can help you make that decision.

1. The portrait should be hung in a “Gathering Space”. This is a place where friends and family gather as they visit, such as a living room, great room, or a dining room. Portraits hanging in these areas will be seen by all of your guests and you are able to enjoy it everyday.

2. Place the portrait on an uncluttered wall where it will have maximum effect. This is referred to as a “Place of Honor”on the wall.

3. A very practical recommendation is to avoid hanging your portrait in a place where it would receive direct sunlight. Direct sunlight can damage any artwork. In the absence of direct sunlight, your portrait should last for generations!