Five Portrait Sessions
Participants in the Great Start program will receive the following five
portrait sessions.
- A maternity portrait session (dad can come too!)
- Your newborn infant - keepsake photos that you and
your family will enjoy for generations
- Your baby at three months - capture the first
intentional smiles and the ability to lift and hold the head
- Your infant at six months - record your child's
improving motor skills and ability to sit without assistance
- Your one year old - record the remarkable progress
made after the first full year
Additional Benefits
In addition to the above maternity and infant portrait
sessions, the package includes the following features:
- Priority Scheduling - we will work extra hard to
arrange your portrait sessions when it is best and most convenient for
you
- Up to an hour of studio time
- Special portrait package pricing
- A regular program for obtaining custom professional
photographs of your child throughout his or her first year
- Use of a private gallery so that you and anyone you
authorize (even distant friends and relatives) can view the portraits
online
- Reminder card sent to you to remind you of your next photo session
Frequently Asked Questions
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What clothing is best?
"It is best to keep clothing simple. Keep in mind that babies
tend to soil clothing quickly, so it is often good to bring a fresh
change of outfit with you or to have your baby photographed in
diapers or other minimal clothing.
Avoid clothing containing pronounced stripes, patterns or vivid
colors. They distract from your baby, the star of the show.
What else can I bring?
You may, of course, bring anything you like, but common items to be
photographed include favorite blankets, toys, or family mementos.
Try not to bring too much because we want the focus to be on your
baby. Too many items only lead to distraction.
But, if you want a photograph with a particular item, bring it
along and we will find a creative way to include it in one or more
portraits.
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How long are the sessions?
Sessions last anywhere from thirty minutes to an hour. But, we'll take whatever
time is necessary to ensure you have numerous quality portraits from which to select.
When will the proofs be ready?
Proofs are generally ready one to two days after the portrait session.
We post proofs into a private gallery on our web site so that you can
review the portraits at your leisure and in the comfort of your home or office.
Another benefit of the private gallery is that you may (if you wish) share the login
information with friends and relatives so that they can view the portraits online
as well.
Can we order more prints?
If you don't see a package or print definition that meets your needs from the
online gallery, you may call us at (509) 465-1641 and we will gladly assist you. It generally
takes one or two days to complete a print order.
What if I need to change my appointment?
No problem! Simply call us at your earliest convenience to let us know about the change.
We will work with you to find the next appointment opportunity that fits with your schedule.
If you must cancel, we request that you try to give us at least two days notice.
Can I substitute different prints or portrait sessions in the package?
We do not allow substitutions within the Great Start portrait package. But, if you have a specific request or
requirement, let us know and we will work with you to satisfy your need.
What happens if my baby is fussy or cries during a session?
First of all, don't worry about it. Babies are unpredictable and dealing with that unpredictability is part of the challenge and fun
of infant photography. We are patient and have time to wait for baby to be fed or changed, or to participate in
activities that hopefully lead to the desired smiles and poses. The
absolute worst thing that can happen (and we can usually avoid it) is we
reschedule for another day when the situation has improved (no
additional charge). We don't want the parents to be stressed because the baby is fussy.
How do I get started?
If you are looking for a baby photographer in the
Spokane or Coeur d'Alene areas, please give us a call at (509) 465-1641 to schedule
your first appointment today to discuss how we can help you get started with your baby keepsakes.