The Process Of Getting A Photography Session

A lot of the time, the question will come up (when someone is considering getting a photography session done) that basically is along the lines of….

”Lauren, how would the process even work if I decided I was interested in getting a session done?”

And you know what?

That’s an awesome question.

Because (for the most part) our clients are not routinely getting photography sessions done every single week to remember each step of the process.

And we absolutely get that!

Especially if it’s your first time getting a session done.

So that’s why we wanted to make it as easy as possible for you to see the “whole picture” from start to finish.

You can check out each step of the process below. (and please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions!)

  • The first step of the process is pretty simple!

    After checking out our website, looking at our packages (wether it’s for headshots, branding, or team sessions), checking out our reviews page and overall deciding you’re “interested” in having a conversation about a photography session, you can simply navigate to our “Inquire” page and fill out the quick form.

    That form is what starts this whole amazing process! =)

  • Once you fill out the inquire form, we will then send you an email and a text to begin the conversation.

    (Basically saying hello, and of course letting you know that we got your inquiry!)

    If you like, you will also be given the opportunity to schedule a call on our calendar (if you’d prefer to schedule a conversation - if you’re busy at the moment)

    Otherwise, we will start our conversation with you via text or email (whichever is most convenient for you).

    We’ll learn about the type of session you are interested in.

    We’ll learn about when you’re interested in getting a session done.

    We’ll learn about where you’re interested in getting a session done.

    We’ll then let you know about our available dates and times based on what you are looking for.

    We’ll always try and match your interest in dates in times with our availability - the best that we can.

    From there, the ball with totally be in your court if you decide you’d like to move forward - or not.

    Either way is totally cool!

    Assuming you decide you’d like to move forward with a session at a day/time we provide you, we then move to the next step of the process.

  • This step is as simple as it sounds!

    Once we come up with a session day/time/location for you, we then book it in our system.

    Simple as that!

    Our next step is sending you a simple contract to sign and an invoice to pay (a 50% deposit) to make it official! (next step of the process)

  • Like we mentioned in the previous step, once we get your session booked on the calendar, we will then send you a simple contract to sign and an invoice to pay (a 50% deposit) in order to make everything official.

    We just ask that you sign the contract and pay your invoice (a 50% deposit) within 24 hours, so we can keep your session date/time in place.

    If for some reason (things happen) you are unable to sign your contract and/or pay your invoice within 24 hours, we will just need to release your spot to offer another client the opportunity to book.

    That being said, we are always able to work with you on picking another date/time if that ends up being the case.

    But assuming your contract is signed and the invoice is paid (the 50% deposit), you are officially all set with your booking!

    Which leads us to the next step of the process….

  • Once you complete your contract and pay your initial deposit, we will then send you a questionnaire to fill out so that our photography team can get SUPER clear and focused on the exact look and outcome you are wanting with your session.

    That questionnaire will have multiple questions on it - related to the look you are going for, the type of poses you are interested in, the type of “props” you are interested in bringing with you (if you’re doing a branding session or team session), an option to upload photos that you want to use as “inspiration” for your session, and much more!

    We always recommend that you be as detailed as possible with your questionnaire, because our photographers will use that questionnaire to review before your session - to make sure everything they do, the poses they help you with, etc are all in alignment with your overall goal for the session.

    The questionnaire is for you to let us know EXACTLY what you are wanting out of your session.

    And our team makes it their mission to then bring that to “life” for you!

    So the more information you give us, the better we can do when it comes to serving you during your session.

    And of course, if you have any questions for us prior to your session day, you can text or email us at anytime and we will always work on getting back to you ASAP.

    Okay, on to the next step!

  • Wohooo!

    Now the fun begins.

    It’s your session day.

    So exciting!

    We always ask to make sure to show up to your session location at least 10 minutes early.

    (just so your fully ready to go by the time your session time starts)

    We always want to make sure we are able to maximize every second we have with you.

    More than likely, we’ll just be finishing up with another client before your session starts, so we just ask you to hang in your car until your official session start time.

    Once your session starts, your photographer will be ready for you!

    They will come out to meet you and help you carry in any outfits or items you have with you. (If you’re doing a branding session or a team session)

    And please remember, there is no model experience necessary.

    All of our clients are just normal people like you.

    And by “normal” I mean incredibly amazing people that need photos, and haven’t spent their time focusing on how to pose for a camera.

    That’s why our team is here.

    We’ll take all of that stress off your shoulders and will help pose you in ways that look natural and flattering.

    And they will always walk you through each step of the process, so no need to worry about what to do.

    We really have you covered! =)

    Your photographer will even show you the photos of you they just took of you, so you can see exactly how everything is coming out.

    If you aren’t happy, they won’t move on until you are in love!

    We really got you covered.

    Once your session is over, your photographer will help you pack up your things (if you need the help) and if you like, you can give them a big hug!

    Our team is super friendly, I promise! =)

    If not, a wave, highfive or handshake will also do just fine.

    You can smile all the way back home or to your office knowing that you nailed your session!

    Your session day will also be where you pay the remaining 50% of your invoice. (we’ll send you a quick email after your session with a link to take care of that)

    And if you like, you’ll be given the option to provide a tip for the photographer you worked with.

    And please know, there is no obligation to tip.

    But the option is there - if you would like to!

    And by the way, 100% of the tips go to our photographers.

    Okay, on to the last step of the process!

  • Once the session is done, you will receive your online gallery 7-10 days later of the best edited images!

    If you would like any images “touched up” (teeth whitening/airbrush/smoothing hair, etc..), we have an add on Retouch Photo service that you can try out.

    You will be gifted 1 complimentary retouch of your choice (just tell us which photo and what you would like done on it) and if you would like more than 1 image retouched, it is $15/image.

    That’s it friend!

    That’s the entire process from start to finish.

    We would love the opportunity to have a conversation with you about getting a photography session done - if that’s something you are interested in.

    If so, you can start by filling out our inquiry form here.

    Looking forward to chatting soon!