L I F E S T Y L E , M AT E R N I T Y & N E W B O R N S E S S I O N S
T H E B R I A N N E T H O M A S P H OTO G R A P H Y E X P E R I E N C E
WELCOME P ho to gra phy is so m et hing that has been near and dear to my hea r t f o r a very long time. Since 201 0, I have spec ia lized in ca pturing nat ural authentic moments t o be preserved for a lifetime. With ea c h o f my clients, I take a unique approach to ca ptu r ing a nd craft ing beaut iful images t hat you ca n pa ss do w n f rom generation t o generat ion. Wit h minima l re to u c hes , and a s plash of nat ural lig ht , I f o c us o n ca ptu r ing moments t hat can feel as authentic a s w he n the y a re captured. Whether t hat ’s t hroug h la ughte r, ha ppy tea rs , or s weet in bet ween moments I ’ m he re to capture and tell your s tory. Maybe yo u’re str u g g ling with choosing a photog rapher w ho ca n ca ptu re your family for who t hey truly are. Yo u’re str u ggling t o f ind t hat “ forever phot og rapher” w ho ca n ca ptu re your family for years t o come. You may a lso be w o r ried about keeping t o your budget w hile still ca pturing t hose import ant milestones in your family ’s life. The inf o r ma tio n in t his g uide is meant t o help you thro u gh yo ur pho tog raphy- relat ed questions s o you can be re la xed a nd e xcited for your session. I absolut ely a do re ea c h a nd every family I work with and I pro vide the a bso lut e best ex perience for my client’s inve stme nt. Af ter all, you’ re not jus t inves ting in pre tty pho to s, yo u’re inves ting in family heirlooms t hat w ill be pa ssed down from generation t o generat ion. Me mo r ies t hat will las t a lifetime. If yo u still have q u es tions, don’ t hes itat e t o s end me an e ma il! I a m he re for you every step of the way. x ox o
Brianne Thomas
MEET BRIANNE I’m B r ia nne , the o w ner & creat ive behind Brianne Thomas Photog raphy. A s a na tu ra l light pho tog rapher who s pecializes in mat ernity, ne w bo r ns, & f a mily s essions, I believe t hat beauty lies in the sca r s & stre tc he s acquired throug hout t his crazy journey k no w n a s lif e . I be lie ve each of us is beautiful & special and tha t me mo r ie s a re o f ten made in the midst of chaos. My goal is to do c ume nt yo ur stories as t hey unfold s o you’ ll look back yea r s f ro m no w a nd remember jus t how amazing those crazy, c ha o ti c moments really were. In-be tw ee n a ll the tiny t oes and g rowing bellies , I have found a piece o f my so u l that was jus t wait ing to be uncovered. Pho to gra phy a llo w s me t o empower women as t hey enter int o mo the r ho o d & families as t hey navigate thro ugh lif e ’s u ps a nd downs . I f it weren’ t for my amazing c lie nts, I w o uldn’t be able to wake up t o my dream job each day! Ba sed o ut o f Ho u sto n, TX, I have been lucky enoug h t o work w ith c lie nts nea r a nd far. When I ’ m not behind the camera, I love spending t ime w ith my hus band and our fur babies.
“Ph ot ograp hy is a w ay o f feeling, of tou ch ing, of loving. W h at y ou hav e caught on fil m is captured forever… It rem embers little th ings, l ong aft er yo u h ave forgotten ever y th ing.” - Aaron S iskin d -
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W H Y H I R E A P RO F E S S I O N A L ?
EXPERIENCE
SAFETY
With over 10 years of industry experience
Your safety and comfort take priority over
under my belt, I use only the highest quality
everything else during a session. When
of equipment and have spent thousands of
working with newborns, I base all of my poses
hours behind the camera photographing
off of techniques learned from experienced
maternity sessions, newborns, and families.
educators within the photography
I take a lot of pride in my work and take extra
community.
time to make sure my clients feel confident &
I have worked to perfect the skills needed to
relaxed in front of the camera.
keep your children safe & secure at all times.
MY STYLE As a natural light photographer, I do my best to capture life as it happens in a comfortable, casual setting. Using minimal props & accessories, I love soft colors and neutral palettes that don’t detract from the beautiful details & faces in front of the lens. I want your shoot to feel as natural & fun as possible and capture who you and your loved ones are. When it comes to my photography style, I believe in the beauty of simplicity. All of my editing is light & fresh in order to maintain the natural look of your session for years to come.
B O O K I N G YO U R S E S S I O N
SESSION TYPE So, let’s talk photo sessions! You’re here for photography, but maybe you’re not sure where to begin with what type of session you’re wanting to book. Or maybe you’re worried about the price of your session. You want to capture these memories of your loved ones, but you’re just not sure where to begin. Well, grab a cup of coffee and let’s pretend we’re sitting down to chat! CAPTURING THOSE IMPORTANT MOMENTS I’m all about being personal and making that connection with my clients because at the end of the day my clients are more like family! I make sure to take the time to interact with your little ones, get to know mom & dad, and make that connection that will last for years. I have worked closely with my clients from the day they got engaged, through marriage, and when I get that call announcing “we’re pregnant!” I’m so excited to continue our photography journey. Getting to know you and making that personal connection with you is key to having a successful & comfortable session and I do my absolute best to make that happen.
SCHEDULING
W H AT TO W E A R
Sessions are scheduled 2-3 months in advance.
The biggest question I get is, “What should I wear
Please inquire through our website & we will
to my session?” You can’t go wrong with neutrals,
connect with you to get your session on the
but if you’re looking for more inspiration let me
calendar! If for any reason you need toc cancel or
know! If you’re curious about what to wear for
reschedule, please let us know as soon as possible!
your session, let me know! I have created a guide
Cancellations and reschedules must be made via
full of Pinterest ideas and inspiration dedicated
email or phone at least 48 hours prior to your
to each type of photo session!
session. A $150 retainer is required to reserve your session date. Retainers are non-refundable.
YO U R G A L L E RY
PAY M E N T
After your session, you will receive a sneak peek
A non-refundable retainer is required in order to
within a few days of your booking date. Your final
secure your session date. Before your session, I’ll
gallery will be provided through an online gallery,
send you your deposit invoice online where you
which will be made available 3-4 weeks after your
can conveniently access it at any time! I accept
session takes place. Through the online gallery
all major credit cards as well as cash if you would
you can download your photos directly to your
prefer to pay in person at your session date. If
computer. You can also place a print order in the
you’re interested in payment plans I do offer
print shop through your gallery! If you need help
those as well! Inquire for more information.
or have any questions, just let me know.
S E S S I O N PAC K AG E S
Family $350
Newborns $450
30- 45 minute session
1-1.5 hour in home lifestyle session
50 high-res digital images
50 high-res digital images
online gallery + print release
online gallery + print release
print shop access
print shop access
1 outfit / up to 6 people
1-2 outfit changes
Maternity $400
Motherhood $450
1 hour session
Inquire for motherhood session types*
50 high-res digital images
50 high-res digital images
online gallery + print release
online gallery + print release
print shop access
print shop access
1 outfit change
1 outfit change
Maternity & Newborn Packages on the next few pages**
M AT E R N I T Y & N E W B O R N S E S S I O N S Capturing those sweet moments after your little one is born is so special. I love capturing the happiness, the joy, and all of the excitement of newborn babies. Those little hands & toes are so precious and someday you’ll look back and wish you could just hold your little one all over again. My job is to capture these images so that you can pass these images down for generations to come. My number one focus with newborn sessions is ensuring two things. One, that it’s a stress free, relaxed experience. After all, you just had a baby, momma! I also ensure that my clients are taken care of and captured alongside their little ones. You deserve to feel special and a part of this session as much as your sweet little one...and yes, that means you have to be in photos too dad.
M AT E R N I T Y & N E W B O R N PAC K AG E S
Maternity $400
Newborns $450
1 hour session
1-1.5 hour in home lifestyle session
50 high-res digital images
50 high-res digital images
online gallery + print release
online gallery + print release
print shop access
print shop access
1 outfit change
1-2 outfit changes
The Motherhood Package $850 Includes both Maternity & Newborn Sessions 1-2 hour sessions online gallery + print release print shop access 1-2 outfit changes
Payment plans available upon request*
YO U ’ V E G OT Q U E S T I O N S , I ’ V E G OT A N S W E RS Q: When is a good time to book maternity & newborn sessions? A: Maternity sessions are usually booked 2-3 months before your due date, while newborn sessions are a little more unpredictable. Let me know as soon as your baby arrives so I can schedule your session within the first two weeks of your baby’s birth. Q: Will I get the print release to my photos after the session? A: Yes! Upon receiving your images, you will also get a full print release that allows you to print your images through a vendor of your choice. Of course we welcome you to use our online print shop accessible through your gallery! I highly recommend ordering prints through one of my professional vendors. The difference in quality is huge when it comes to ordering through a professional lab, so I encourage clients to let me help with prints! Q: What do I need to bring to my session? A: For maternity sessions, wear something that makes you feel beautiful & comfortable. I always recommend dressing up a little bit. For newborn sessions, I always recommend neutrals, a few different neutral outfits for baby, changing & feeding supplies, & a pacifier, if needed, etc. I’ll be coming to you for newborn sessions. If you have further questions about what to wear, let me know. I have a Pinterest board full of ideas & inspo for each type of session! Q: Will my photos be posted publicly on your site or social media? A: Yes, I will post a sneak peek within 1 week of your session date on social media. You will also receive the images in your online gallery so you can directly download them as well! Q: Will you Photoshop my images to hide any unwanted spots, wrinkles, etc? A: Minor edits will be made to all of your images, but I believe our imperfections are what make us beautiful & unique. If there are specific edits you want, these will be charged accordingly, depending on the type of corrections.
Q: Can I bring my other children to a maternity or newborn session? A: Absolutely, they are a part of the family too! Most of my newborn sessions are done in home so it helps to have a friend or family member there to help out. Q: How do I get my baby to sleep during a newborn session? A: Make sure your baby has a full tummy prior to your session. If possible, try to keep your baby awake 60-90 minutes before your arrival so he or she is extra sleepy. I understand that newborns are unpredictable in nature and will be here to help you and your baby to be as comfortable as possible during our time together. Q: How do I book with you? A: Your session fee is due at the time of booking along with a signed photography agreement. Once these items have been received, your date goes on my calendar! It’s that easy! Newborn sessions usually take place during the week in the early morning or afternoon, but I try to keep my scheduling as flexible as possible. Soft lighting is ideal, so consider the time of day when booking your session (natural lighting is best early in the morning & late in the afternoon).
H E A R F RO M M Y C L I E N T S
“I found Brianne through a mutual friend. She was SO easy to work with and such a great communicator. We had tons of weather issues and through it all, Brianne bent over backwards to make the session perfect. My 2 year old was not into taking pictures that day and I assumed we wouldn’t get many good shots. Then... we got the images. Brianne captures emotions, relationships, personality. There were so many amazing shots, all so special and beautiful. I decided to use her for our family’s Christmas photos as well - since, you know - we found out she’s awesome. Can I just say - these pictures could be in a magazine. In 15 minutes she was able to capture the most fun, flattering photos of my daughter and I we’ve ever taken. Editorial. Again, capturing personality and relationships in a photo. They’re perfect! And to top it off. She’s an absolute sweetheart. Easy to talk to. Makes you feel comfortable. Funny. The list goes on and on. In summary, we’ve found our family photographer for years to come. Thank you Brianne for putting into pictures forever, what my heart feels in the moment. I appreciate you and your amazing work.”
- A R R I AG A FA M I LY “We are so grateful to have found Brianne! She’s done an out-of-this-world job photographing our little girl. We’re constantly going back to all of the photos she’s taken and we’re in absolute awe every time. She’s patient- while taking our daughters 6 month photos it was hard to get her (our daughter) to pay attention but Brianne went above and beyond to capture the moment and the photos turned out phenomenal! She’s flexible- I was wanting pictures in a park but the weather wasn’t cooperative. She rescheduled with me a couple times hoping that the weather would work with us but it kept raining so she happily came to our house and took gorgeous photos of our girl. She’s kind- she’s always so generous and smiling. She’s so easy to feel comfortable around and I can’t recommend her enough for family photos. I look forward to all the photos she takes of us in the future! “
- W I G N A L L FA M I LY “Brianne took our daughters newborn photos, and we couldn’t be happier with the photos or our experience with her! She is one of the sweetest people, and so easy to work with! We had a great time chatting with her during the shoot. She was so patient with our little girl, and let us take a break to feed her (which took FOREVER) before we finished up. We can’t wait to take all of our future family photos with Brianne!”
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“If you are looking for a family, newborn, engagement photographer, hit up this girl! We just had the best experience with Brianne in our home. We haven’t even seen the pictures yet, and are already planning our next photo shoot with her. Very very professional and friendly. We felt so comfortable.”
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T H A N K YO U I cannot wait to work with you and capture your session! If you have any questions or need additional information, please send me an email at briannethomasphoto@gmail.com and let’s connect!
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