new Questions page!!

We finally have our questions page up! Check it out Here-----or read below.

What is your Payment Policy?

All payments are due in full 2 weeks before your session. If you have booked a bridal package half of your payment is due on the day of the booking and the other half is due one month before your event day. If this payment plan does not work for you, we understand and can accommodate to your needs with other options. If you have booked a Senior Package, half of your payment is due one month before your session day and the other half is due the day of your senior session. You are always welcome to pay in full on the day of your booking.

When do late fees apply?

If payments are not received on time there will be an additional charge of $50.

Canceling & Rescheduling

We understand that things come up and emergencies happen. Not to worry, if you need to rebook your session we would be more than happy to. If you need to cancel your session and do not plan to rebook we will refund you ¾ of your received payments. Please cancel all portrait sessions 4 hours before your session time, if the cancellation is not confirmed before this time no refund will be received. Some special circumstances may apply.

What are the Copyright laws in regards to my images?

Scanning ANY hanle production products or images is ILLEGAL! The reproduction of our images without permission is against the law and will not be tolerated. Please value and respect the hard work and dedication that is involved with your images, they are taken and edited with care and passion we hope that you would value you them as much as we do and choose not TO SCAN OR REPRODUCE IN ANY WAY POSSIBLE!
All photos will be available for ordering and viewing on my proofing page.
Some exceptions apply: If purchase a CD of your images, you are than allowed to reproduce them, or use them for Internet purposes, such as blogs, facebook, or myspace.

What are some great locations for an outdoor shoot?

There are so many great locations just in the Milwaukee area. Try to think of place that best describe you, your family or you and your finance.

• Parks
• Farms
• Field (tall grass is so dreamy – and romantic)
• The Third Ward
• Downtown
• By the lake or a lake
• At your own home
• By a River
• A restaurant or fav. coffee shop
• A rustic and/or Rusty old building

Need more ideas for your session? Ask Brittany. The sky is the limit!

Do you offer Studio sessions?

Yes!! We are in the middle of setting up our studio right now and should have it up and running by this summer of 08! Studio sessions are great for Maternity, Newborns, Bridal, and Senior Sessions! Add some light, some drama----and then ACTION!

How many images should I expect to have in my proofing gallery?

With a 2 hour photo session you can expect to have between 25-30 finished images. If you have an extended senior package expect to have anything between 50 and 100 images. For weddings expect to have anything between 400 and 650 finished images (depending on hour package).

How long should I expect until my images are completed?

You can expect between three weeks and one and a half months depending on the package you select.

What should I wear?

Bring a variety of different clothing items to you session, vary the colors and spice it up a little. Bring something that is you, something that is classic, something that is fun or romantic! If you are having a bridal session than bring your Wedding gown of course! Try to wear colors and cloths that best fit you and your body. If something does not fit right at home, it will not fit well in your photos- use the mirror as your judge (or a friend) you want to pick items that will best flatter you.

If you are going to be outdoors- natural colors look great! If you will be inside darker colors work very well. Choose what you love- you will feel the most confident in it!

Think of accessories as well! They are fun and can add spunk and charm to any image. For example jackets, hats, sunglasses, and scarves.
If you’re a darling little girl maybe a pink tutu would be fun or even a boa!

Avoid large names and logos! And don’t forget to bring the proper undergarments for each item!

While we are on the “what to wear” how about the hair!? Try to keep it natural, if your going to try a new style or color- go for it- but test it out a month in advance to be safe. You would hate to do it the day before your session and than end up not liking it!

How should I dress my infant?

With very little! Busy little outfits just don’t work- they drown in the little things. We will be working with bare skin, and even go without a diaper- so crank up the heat to keep your little one warm.

How early should I schedule my first infant session?

As early as you can! You can schedule your appointment for after your due date. Don’t worry we know that babies are stubborn and don’t always want to come out on time! We want to photograph the first session between 5-10 days old. This also allows for you to get your baby announcements out A.S.A.P!

When should I schedule my maternity session?

You can schedule your maternity session as far in advance as you like- schedule it for the between the end of your 7th month and into the beginning of the 8th month.

Got any tips for my Senior Session?

Tans: careful ladies! A Sunburn can not be magically removed in Photoshop! So be very careful when tanning or going to tanning beds. Burnt skin will just result in you being an unhappy camper.

Nails: Nails to show up in photos so be sure to have them finished how you like- this includes your toes as well!

Don’t forget about these fun things for your senior session as well: cars, motorcycles, pets, sports equipment, music, instruments, and friends!

How about some make-up advice?

Preparing the face:

• -Wash, exfoliate, tone and moisturize your face before applying make up
• -Use both SPF-free moisturizer and foundation to prevent reflection and to enhance natural glow
• -Use translucent powder to set
• -Oil control is very important. If you can, use oil free formulated products
• -Keep hair away from the face
• -To reduce puffy eyes, use Preparation H

Foundation:

• -Choose a thicker formulated foundation rather than the sheers ones that are used in daily applications so that all blemishes are covered easily
• -Blend foundation from chin to neck so that they are of the same color

Powder:

-Use lots of it, and reapply between shots, to create a mat finish look

Concealer:

-2 shades lighter than skin to cover blemishes and dark spots; apply before foundation application

Cheeks:

-Add some color to your cheeks, a petal pink on the cheekbones brightens up the face!

Eyes:

• -Well-groomed eyebrows are a must!
• -Highlight eyebrow bones using light shadow to create lively eyes
• -Avoid eye-shadow that is too frosty or shimmery – it’ll appear shiny
• -Apply eyeliner with precision- brown is a good alternative and compliments light eye-shadows
• -Use black waterproof mascara

Lips:

Lips are best in reds, berries and browns. No frosted pink please! Glosses! Glosses! Glosses!