Please call to make an appointment whenever you plan to come into the studio to insure undivided attention and better service. Portrait consultations should be scheduled one week prior to your sitting. The consultation is free of charge. The goal is for you to express your ideas to the photographer, to discuss scenes for the sitting as well as colors, clothing, props, and to give you final hints and suggestions in preparing for your photo session. Please notify us in advance if there are any changes. Please arrive 15 minutes early for your appointment; take the time to make sure your hair, makeup, and/or clothes are just the way you want them to appear.

Hair is a major element of the portrait. It should look its best. Avoid changing hairstyles unless it is necessary, and have haircuts done at least one week prior to your appointment.

If you wear glasses, to avoid the possibility of glare, ask to borrow a pair of empty frames from your optometrist for your senior pictures, or remove the lenses yourself. Tinted lenses will make eyes appear darker or hide the eyes altogether.

Make-up should be applied as if you are going out for the evening. Bring your make-up along with you for touch-ups, especially if you will be having clothing changes. For the men, a fresh shave just prior to your sitting is best, because facial hair cannot be retouched.

Clothing should be comfortable, clean and pressed. Choose colors that compliment you complexion and figure, keeping in mind that dark colors have a slimming effect. Avoid sleeveless or short sleeved shirts, this will cause the arms to appear larger. It’s often a good idea to bring an extra outfit or two, that way we can decide together what will work the best. When picking your outfits, bring only the ones that you know look the best on you.

PROOFS....................................................

There will be a deposit required to remove the proofs from the studio.  To get your deposit back you MUST return all of the proofs WITHIN 2 WEEKS.  If proofs are not returned within 2 weeks you will loose your deposit.  

Proofs may only be purchased a minimum print order from the sitting.

PAYMENT / DEPOSIT TERMS

All sitting fees (+6% sales tax) are due at the time of your appointment. The sitting fee covers time & materials, and will not to be deducted from print orders. Proofs are ready within 1 week. A $75.00 deposit per sitting is required if you wish to take the proofs out of the studio. This deposit will be applied to your order, ONLY if placed within two weeks. Any appointment out of the studio, or after regular business hours must be paid in advance.

In home portraits can be some of the best ever taken of you. You are more relaxed, you’re surrounded by personal possessions, and you feel more in control. Be ready to move some furniture, it’s always tight working conditions. 

There are many outdoor locations in and around the Bay City area. Some examples are DOW GARDENS, BAY CITY STATE RECREATION AREA, THE RIVERWALK. If you have other ideas please call the studio to discuss your ideas.

They cover the cost of time & materials used in creating the original images.