session details, tips, and answers
INFORMATION
Now that your session date is confirmed (YAY!), you should start planning for it right 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
View The Outfit Inspiration Guide ⟶
Session day can be stressful and exciting, but I promise there is nothing to be nervous about! All I ask is that you come prepared, stay open-minded, and trust that I will take care of the rest!
STEP 02: SESSION DAY
View The Session Checklist ⟶
Once I have completed your gallery, I will send you a direct link to your own photo gallery. From this link, you can purchase and download your keepsake photos. Turn around time is typically 4 weeks.
STEP 03: GALLERY DELIVERY
Photos weren't meant to be stored on your device. They should be admired in your home and bring warmth into your life. Interested in creating your own one-of-a-kind hand crafted family album? Let me know prior to your session and after your session I can begin the process right away.
STEP 04: ORDER ALBUM
prepare for your session by fulfilling each of these items:
SESSION CHECKLIST
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Bring blanket, bug spray, or tissues depending on time of year
BRING ANY WATER, TOYS, SNACKS, ETC. FOR KIDS
CONFIRM SESSION TIME & LOCATION
PLAN COORDINATED OUTFITS FOR EVERYONE
SELECT YOUR CLOTHING COLOR PALETTE
trust me as your expert 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:
DAY-OF
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I'll ask you about your album preferences and then send you an invoice. After your session, I'll create the album design for you to take a look at and approve for printing.
06. We would like a family album, how do we do this?
I'd be more than happy to reschedule. Let me know in advance, if possible, if your child isn't feeling 100%.
05. What if my child is sick the day of the session?
The week of your session I'll reach out to remind you about your session. At that time I will have looked ahead at the weather. If it looks like we may have inclement weather we can play by ear and postpone if necessary.
04. What happens if it rains?
Generally 2-3 hours before sunset for that gorgeous light; however, if early morning works better for nap schedules, we can do that!
03. What time are sessions?
Anywhere that's special to you! Take a look at the location ideas tab and keep in mind sessions include 20 mile travel radius. Travel fee applies outside this area.
02. Where can we have our session?
Family sessions are typically up to an hour.
01. How long are family sessions?
Have a question about your session? I've got an answer! And if you don't see your question here, please email sarah@sarahbottaphotography.com.
FAQs
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