Frequently Asked
Questions
GENERAL+
Booking
How do I book with you?
I like to make sure we are a great fit, and that I can meet your expectations before officially booking. That's why I do a free consultation meeting as the first step to book (Videocall or in person). If - after we have talked about your ideas, expectations, vision of your project, and you have gotten all the information you want and need about me and my process - you are confident and excited for me to document your special occasion, then I'll send you the booking file with the info we discussed. This will include an invoice, contract, and deposit to make it extra official.
Where do you serve?
I love when I get asked this question! I'm currently based in Norwalk, CT, and I regularly serve CT and NY. BUT I am adventurous at heart and would love to go wherever you want me to be, whether it is a National Park in another state, a castle in Ireland, an island in the Caribbean, or the glaciers in Alaska! My husband and I are considering moving to Washington State the end of 2024-early 2025, and because of that I'll be offering 20% off the total price for any projects with locations in Washington, Oregon, or Vancouver, Canada from now to June 2025!
How long after my session will I receive my gallery?
Depending on the type of project and season of the year, the delivery times may be different, but I do target your delivery dates taking in consideration: potential life events - holidays - work/life balance. So, unless something extra crazy happens in my life, I’ll be meeting the delivery date in our contract. With some extra time :)
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DELIVERY
Do you retouch our images?
I encourage you to embrace the real, but I also know we are humans and there may be things we are not so confident about. That’s why during our conversations I ask about anything that you are self-conscious about, and I will try my best to create prompts and activities for our session that will be extra flattering for you. So at the time of editing, the retouches are minimal.
How do you deliver our photos?
You’ll receive the web-sized and high-resolution edited images via a stunning (and easy to use) online gallery, where you can download them to anything that has an internet connection! It's also easily sharable with all your friends and fam, so you can show off how cute you are. You can also order stunning prints through the gallery platform!
Are any prints included in your packages?
The default packages do not include prints. You’ll have the freedom to print any photo directly from the platform that delivers your online gallery or through your preferred printing service. I also offer a decorative box with some of your favorite photographs and extra items, contact me if you would like to know more about it.
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FINANCIAL
Will there be a travel fee for my session?
I charge travel fees for locations 20 miles outside of Fairfield County - CT, or 20 miles outside of Nassau County - NY. The cost will depend on the miles it takes to travel to & from the location. For locations 4+ hrs away from CT, inquire with potential date and location and I'll get back to you as soon as I can with an estimate. I will be responsible for all the arrangements necessaries for my itinerary (accommodation and logistics).
Do we need to pay the total value of the session upfront?
Only if you prefer to have it crossed out of your to-do list! I prefer to do 4 payments throughout the process:
↠ A 25% NON-REFUNDABLE retainer after receiving your invoice, so I can keep your date available for you. I do three equal payment installments for the leftover balance (75%) in this way:
↠ Two weeks before your project date.
↠ Two weeks after your project date.
↠ Four weeks after the project date.
What do I need to bring to the session?
It is different from session to session, and it depends on the location, season of the year, and your vision for the project. But, I usually only ask you to bring the outfit(s) we have talked about and worked on (including an extra one in case something happens to the others), comfy shoes in case we need to walk between locations and your make-up bag if you have any for retouches, I bring a pop-up dresser for you to change comfortably, and a huge sturdy wagon to carry all our stuff. I provide water, snacks and a few days prior the session I'll send you a printable checklist with all the things you may need to consider for your session so you have some time to pack. But the most important thing is to have a good attitude, and not be in a rush to leave. Try not to schedule anything right after the project to reduce stress during our time together.
Do you offer any discounts?
I actually do.
I appreciate the kind words and support. That's why I give:
↠ $25 OFF any one of the portrait collections for each friend you refer that books a session with me. You can accumulate and redeem up to $300 at a time. And guess what? Your friend will also get $25 OFF their very first session with me, excluding Bachelorettes, Elopements and Weddings. For those, your friend will get 5% OFF.
↠ $100 OFF when booking 2 of my wedding collections e.g. Engagement + Elopement: $1800 instead of $1900
↠ $200 OFF when booking 3 of my wedding collections e.g. Proposal + Engagement+ Wedding: $2700 instead of $2900
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