All final image edits include color/exposure correction. Edits such as skin retouching, blemish removal, and teeth whitening can be done for a small additional fee based on the time required for your requested edits.

Consider the setting of where your session will take place. Will it be downtown, a park, indoors, or somewhere else? Imagine your setting and the types of colors that will be there. Since the setting is background of your photos, it has a big impact on your overall look. For example, if you plan to have the shoot at a garden, wearing floral prints or green tones might not be the best idea because you would blend in to the background. Ideally, you want to match the style of the background, while wearing colors that set you apart from it.

Colors - I find that blues, purples, and pastels go well with natural scenes. Bold colors and traditional tones (black, white, and gray) match modern locations like the city. Just steer clear of any reds, yellows, tans that may be too close to your skin tone.

Solids and Prints - Don’t be afraid to incorporate some stripes or other patterns into your clothing. Adding coordinating solid colors will help complete the look. I recommend avoiding clothing with screen printed designs or wording, as they can be distracting.

Layering and Accessories - Consider layering your outfits with easy additions such as ties, scarves, jackets, cardigans, etc.

If you wear makeup, apply it as you normally would, and bring it along if you may need to reapply. Be sure that any foundation is blended evenly and looks natural. You may also consider hiring a makeup artist (I have several I can recommend) for your session. Please avoid using shimmery or glow enhancing blush or powder. Matte powder and foundation photographs much better.

My high-resolution camera sees everything! Be sure your hair - beards, sideburns, nose hair, eyebrows, all of it - is tamed to your liking. A fresh haircut is recommended as well.

If you tend to have oily skin, powder or oil-absorbing wipes are recommended.

Remove orthodontic retainers - even the clear plastic ones!

Visiting the tanning booth or using self-tanning lotion before pictures is not recommended.

For outdoor photos, I prefer to shoot in a shaded area. The time of day that we schedule the session is very important - early morning or late evening may be best time depending on the location of choice.

Please avoid Transitions lenses for outdoor portraits.

Purchased images are sized to print up to 8x12 inches (2400x3600 pixels) and include online usage and printing rights. Larger resolution images may be purchased for an additional charge. Edited digital images up to 8x12 inches in print size include a release/license for printing at the print lab of your choice (psst... I love Nations Photo Lab and MPix).

Some past clients have booked back-to-back mini sessions if they have a larger set of image needs. Or they've booked mini sessions on different days to capture a variety of looks and to receive more images. Or if you'd like additional images from a mini session, you can purchase additional images for $25 each.