WHEN TO HAVE YOUR PORTRAIT SESSION
• Outdoor sessions held at my location are scheduled a little after sunrise or a little before sunset due to lighting. Studio sessions may be held at any time of day, but are limited to a certain number of people.

• Be sure to schedule your session for when any baby or children will be happiest. Do not schedule during regular nap or meal times – and do not count on them napping in the car on your way to me.

GETTING TO KNOW YOU
• Please complete the client questionnaire and client contract that I have emailed you before our session. This helps me to better prepare for our time together!

WHERE ARE YOU LOCATED?
• My home studio is located at 8311 W Carroll Rd Whitesburg, GA 30185, and it’s a white house on a dirt road ACROSS from the 8311 mailbox.

• You don’t want to be rushed and you want to look and feel your best. Be sure to give yourself plenty of time to get ready and allow time for traffic if you are coming from/going through Atlanta. The time will come out of your allotted appointment if you are late.

• Please park through the gates at the beginning of the driveway and follow the sidewalk to the front door.

• For extended families with multiple vehicles, you will be parking in the grass through another gate.

• I recommend using Google Maps for directions because other apps have given wrong directions. My number is 678-896-9502 if you need me.

WHAT TO WEAR
• Solid colors are better than patterns since they keep the focus on the subjects.

• One pattern (or a few in extended family sessions) would be okay, and then putting everyone else in solid colors from that pattern.

• Newer (not faded or pilly), wrinkle-free clothing photographs best. Wrinkles will not be edited out without a fee.

• Make sure tops, dresses, and bottoms fit comfortably and aren’t too tight to prevent unflattering bulges.

• Choose clothing in the same season for everyone – no sweaters with sundresses, etc.

• I recommend that everyone wear the same tones for jeans and shoes (all dark or all light).

• Wear solid-colored shoes that are clean, not too busy, and coordinate well with your overall look.

• You’ll want to make sure your pockets are empty before we start our session!

WHAT NOT TO WEAR
• Avoid clothing with tiny stripes, checks, or dots. These will leave weird wavy patterns on your final images called moiré.

• Avoid white for outdoor photos. Cream/ivory/off-white will photograph much better,

• Avoid identical outfits and go for coordinating, complementary colors and tones instead.

• If you do not absolutely love your arms, do not wear sleeveless tops/dresses.

RETOUCHING, SKIN, & NAILS
• Minor retouching is included and covers small blemishes. If extensive editing is needed, there will be an additional retouching fee.

• Make sure babies/kids have clean and newly wiped faces before we start our session and remove any temporary tattoos, etc.

• Moisturize! Dry skin can make any skin tone look ashy.

• Sunburns and uneven tan lines will not be retouched without additional fees. Please plan ahead to avoid uneven coloring or peeling.

• A fresh shave for guys is recommended and any facial hair should be neatly trimmed.

• Be sure to get a good night’s rest before your session. If you have a late night, your eyes will show it.

• Clean, trimmed nails are important for everyone.

• Ladies, please remove any chipped or outgrown nail polish.

MAKEUP
• Avoid glitter, sparkles, highlighters, and too much lip gloss since all of these reflect light and can leave spots on your skin in your images.

• Even if you don’t normally wear makeup, I encourage women to at least wear a light coat of mascara and some lip balm.

HAIR
• Wear your hair in a style you’re comfortable with and don’t try a new style or cut at the last minute. If you need a haircut before your session, plan to do so at least 1 week before to allow for a more natural look.

• If you dye your hair, please make sure your roots are touched up prior to our session since these will not be retouched in editing.

• Girls and guys alike should stay away from hair products that make the hair reflective or “crispy”.

PETS
• I love animals and you are more than welcome to include MOST furbabies in your portrait session. Please let me know ahead of time if you wish to include your pet so we can discuss details!

DURING YOUR SESSION
• Breathe – we’re going to have a great time together!  I’m very laid back and will make every attempt to make you comfortable in front of the camera.

• Please do not permit your baby/children to touch or play with the backdrop, props in the set, the lighting, or any other studio gear.

• When trying to get your baby/child to smile, please stand close to me and get down on my level so they won’t be looking up and off to the side in all of their photos.

• I always try to capture a good mix of candid and posed shots during every family session.

• My family sessions are per immediate family (unless you have booked an extended family session), and they typically include photos of the whole family, siblings together, kids by themselves, and parents together. Please let me know if you have any additional requests.

• Extended families – you will specify the different groupings you’d like photographed in the form I sent you!

RESCHEDULING
• If inclement weather is forecast for the day of our outdoor session, we can wait up to 1 hour before to decide if we should reschedule.

• If you or anyone in your family aren’t feeling well, please reschedule as soon as possible. Everyone attending the session must be symptom-free at least 48 hours before our session.

• Simply Corey Photography is also not responsible for any health concerns or illnesses that may arise due to participation in this session.

• Re-shoots are not given for how baby was acting or regretful personal choices – i.e. clothes, cake, etc. Fees apply for re-shoots requested by the client.

AFTER YOUR SESSION
• The remaining balance for your session (+ tax) is required on the day of your session. Editing your images does not start until your balance is paid in full.

• I typically show a sneak peek within the first couple of business days after your session! These are posted on my Facebook and Instagram accounts, and I will email you to let you know it has been posted so you don’t miss it! And, of course, I would love for you to “love” the photo and click on the share option to show your family and friends!

YOUR ORDERING GALLERY
• You will choose the number of images that come with your session from a private online gallery on the client website, approximately 2 weeks after our session.

• Session galleries are available for 5 consecutive days and you’ll let me know when you’d like to start once I tell you it’s ready. I will then email you the log-in information and other instructions on the day you choose.

• Orders are due within the 5-day viewing period. A gallery extension will need to be purchased for $25 per additional day once your gallery expires.

• You are more than welcome to share your gallery information with family and friends.

YOUR ORDER
• You must complete the checkout process to submit your order, even if you have only selected the images that come with your session.

• Payment for additional images or products is due in full before orders are fulfilled and delivered.

• All additional orders are subject to 7% sales tax.

• Ordered digital images will be delivered electronically with a personal print release and a lab recommendation. I will send you a separate email with a download link within 3 business days after your order has been submitted.

• Your download link will be available for one week, and there is a $25 service fee to reupload your images once your link has expired.

• Your session’s images will be archived and guaranteed for 90 days from your order date. Please back up any purchased digital images for safekeeping.

• Due to the custom nature of products offered, all sales are final.

Please let me know if you have any questions!