where can i find your contract?

 

What does my non-refundable retainer cover?

Right here: CONTRACT

 

Your non-refundable retainer - $100 for regular portraits & $750 for weddings - covers any cancellations for the original date only. You can expect to pay a new retainer of $50 for portraits and $750 for weddings when rebooking. However, weather is an exception for portraits and will be decided by myself within 8 hours of the shoot to reschedule at no additional cost.

 
 
 

What should I wear?

My style is intimate & cozy, yet elegant. Please… go ALL out and treat yourself to a jazzy fit, it pays off more than you know. I recommend neutrals & mute colour options such as white/cream/beige for studio. Outside can be any variety for a colour palette but keeping the seasonal colour palettes in mind is key. Clothing ideas; boxy jeans and a sloppy tee, silk shirt/dress & cocktail attire, summery dresses and a loose fitting ‘boy-friend top’, classic beachy-look with jean shorts & a cropped tea to splash around in, overalls, crochet top/dress, all the good stuff!

 
 
 

Makeup/Hair Recommendations?

Makeup:

  • Selena Marchand | @selenamup

  • Allison Kirby | @allisonkirbyy

  • Janine Gerrits | @jgerritsmakeup

  • Cortney Hatt | @beautybycortneyhatt (hair & makeup)

  • Truelove Beauty Studio | @lmaetruelove (hair & makeup)

  • Zeina Klayme | @theereelqueenzee

  • Laura | @makeupatlast

  • Lynn | @peachiekeen.artistry

Hair:

  • Jane Bravo | @jane.bravo

  • Karly Hodder | @hodderhair

  • Kelly Bouwman | @hair.bykellymay

  • Jade Swinemar | @j.s.hairdesign

 
 

*I have not personally had experience with every artist, book at your own discretion.

 
 
 

What location should we choose?

Places I recommend:

Halifax

  • Crystal Crescent Beach; my top pick for beaches! Use of the boardwalk, beach grass, private san dunes, large rocks to stand and walk on, and wave shots. Gates close after Thanksgiving Weekend.

  • Halifax Public Gardens; use of florals & plants, colourful trees, two bridges, and cafe. Great for summer, fall, and winter (closes around 7:30-8:00pm during summer & 3pm in winter).

  • Peggy’s Cove/Polly’s Cove; very coastal, use of lighthouse, rocks, cove shops, and nautical backgrounds. *Can be too windy*

  • The Dingle (Sir Sandford Fleming Park); great for families with a mix of woodsy & groomed trails, a rock seawall and shore access.

  • Long Lake Provincial Park; right off Dunbrack. Great for summer & fall with lovely woodsy trails and lake access which is perfectly placed for golden hours.

  • Halifax Waterfront & Downtown; between Citadel Hill and the waterfront. Endless architecture options that are historic & modern. We can always pop into a sweet cafe or bar on our way!

  • The Muir Hotel & Bar; great for cocktail attire, flash photography (must be rented ahead of time).

  • The Halifax Club: a great indoor backup that must be rented ahead of time.

  • The Westin, The Marriott or Hollis Street Parkade, Rooftops for some vintage looks.

  • Daykene Farm; just outside of the Town of Windsor. Great for spring, summer and fall. Rolling grass hills, straw-grass field, incredible views of the Bay of Fundy. Admission of $10+hst per person.

South Shore

  • Rissers/Green Bay/Hirtles Beach; use of the boardwalk, beach grass, and wave shots. Rissers beach is a top pick for the best golden hours with rolling fields in the back and typically less wind than Hirtles.

  • Windhorse Farm; whimsical environment great for multiple backgrounds & families, with floral covered terraces, rustic barns, a zen garden and lake view.

  • The Town of Lunenburg or Mahone Bay: endless vibrant and historic buildings with waterfront access.

  • Odins Maple Farm in Chelsea; available upon request, white fence leading into a grassy-overgrown field and wooded areas. A classic country-feel.

  • Indian Garden Farms; use of field/look off, large trees and greenhouse.

 
 
 

Can I request the raw/original photos?

No. RAW photos are not to be seen or sent to the client. As a client, you pay for my finished work only. If you must request raw images, there is an additional fee to obtain them.

Portraits $750 | Business $300 | Weddings $2,000

 
 
 

How long do my photos last?

Your photos are sent via Pixieset Gallery; an easy click & download link that is sent to your email and lasts 7 days for regular session and 1 month for weddings. Afterwards, I keep sessions for up to 6 months and weddings for 2 years before I no longer may have them stored. I highly recommend you store your photos on multiple devices, Google Drive, DropBox, USB. & PRINTS!

 
 
 

Can I print my photos?

Yes! Treat yourself to some prints and frame some new photos around the house. I work with Canon’s top quality equipment; your images are amongst the highest quality portraits. However, many ‘photo centres’ can destroy high quality as their equipment cannot process such high resolution. I recommend the following printing tips:

  • How you store your photos will affect their quality when it comes time to printing. Do not store on random apps from the App Store or places like Facebook or Instagram and definitely no screen shots. All these methods compress and distort quality. Only store photos for future printing on your iPhone/desktop photo library, Google Drive, USB, etc.

  • Be weary of places like Walmart, Staples, Superstore, etc. Their equipment is not always capable of processing high quality imagery and your photos may be compressed. I am not responsible for any distorted images and no refunds will be given.

  • Print through Atlantic Photo Supply located in Halifax & Dartmouth, Michaels, Bloom Printing Co., and Costco. They have great shipping methods and their equipment can process all my imagery to deliver the sharpest and most crisp photos.