INFORMATION &
PRICING GUIDE
I am a Lifestyle Photographer based in Trafalgar, Gippsland. It would be my absolute pleasure to capture your world whether it be your family, your children, your partner, your friends or just you! I have a candid and natural approach to my photography and I am not much of a “look at me and say cheese� type of photographer so if you like the posed pictures where everybody is looking at the camera and smiling, then perhaps I am not the photographer for you. I chase light, love colour, adore movement, evoke joyful emotion and embrace nature and I have loads of fun at my sessions. My main objective is to make you all as comfortable as possible so I can capture the pure joy, happiness, connection and love that your family encompasses. I consider all families and each person unique, beautiful colourful and I would love to meet you to help document you just the way that you are and doing the things that you love to do.
I know the challenges of getting your husband on board, being worried about your kids being above board and being in front of the camera yourself but I can assure you (& them) that it is going to be super relaxed and fun. We are going to have a blast and you will want to come back year after year instead of dreading it (well I can only hope). I have some beautiful techniques to let your children be themselves and bring out the light and colour within your family while focusing on the moments we can create together.
TRUST ME WHEN I SAY - THERE IS NO BETTER TIME THAN NOW. Do you like how that sounds? Great! Please read on for all the nitty gritty.
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WHAT’S
INCLUDED? Making the decision to invest in quality and timeless photography can be confusing & difficult. To help, I have outlined below how my sessions are tailored, offering you the best value for your priceless family photography. Here at Colour of Life Photography, I offer two session types – A Colourful Family & A Colourful Journey. Both have the following inclusions: - A comprehensive questionnaire followed by customised wardrobe & location advice - Travel to and from location (travel fees may be incurred if travelling over 30 kms from Trafalgar) - Time & talent during the session along with post-processing & editing - A sneak peak of your session on Facebook & a blog feature to share with your family & friends - High resolution digital images on a custom wooden USB - Low resolution digital images for email & social media sharing - Option to purchase some beautiful artwork including prints, canvas & fine art books
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A COLOURFUL FAMILY FOR FAMILIES, CHILDREN & NEWBORNS A traditional photo shoot with a contemporary lifestyle edge. I really want to get to the bottom of finding a place that means something to you as a family.We will plan together and find that perfect place but it is really important to me that you are as comfortable as possible as I truly believe that ease and happiness shines through when you take me to your favourite place and there is a sense of familiarity. I will capture candid memories of you and your children along with your family’s authentic and natural connection. Newborn sessions will take place in the comfort of your own home. Upon booking you can make a choice from 3 digital collections: 1) THE SUNSHINE COLLECTION $1,000.00 Ideal for newborns and extended families, however also perfect for those wanting a little more time and ALL your beautiful memories to keep. - 90 - 120 minute session - All digital images - A slideshow of all images put to music - 15 % off all artwork in the products menu 2) THE BLOSSOM COLLECTION $800.00 - 60 minute session - 20 digital images - 10 % off all artwork in the products menu 3) THE SAGE COLLECTION $600.00 - 45 minute session - 8 digital images A non-refundable deposit of 50% is required to secure your preferred date and time. An invoice for the balance of the session will be sent and payable one week prior to your chosen date. If you would like to pay your balance in instalments, please ask and I can arrange a payment plan for you. *Fees are based on immediate family members only. Please request a quote for extended families. If you choose either The Sage or Blossom Collections, you have the option to purchase your entire gallery at a later stage.
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A COLOURFUL JOURNEY
FOR MATERNITY, NEWBORNS & BABIES A Colourful Journey is a unique way to capture a specific time in your life at different milestones and the joy of parenthood. You may consider a maternity journey or various stages of your baby’s first year. A Colourful Journey comprises of 4 mini lifestyle sessions lasting 20 minutes each.
FOR MATERNITY You could combine 3 maternity shoots and one newborn mini shoot of you holding your baby. This newborn session can be upgraded to an A Colourful Family session at a reduced price.
FOR YOUR CHILD Perhaps you would like a newborn mini, a 4 month old, tan 8 month old and a 12 month old session to make up your journey. Or indeed any other stages throughout your baby’s first year. You can incorporate other family members into these sessions and they may be at different locations – either in your home or at an agreed location. Due to the nature of each session running for just 20 minutes, these will be held in the Trafalgar area unless previously arranged and agreed upon. This particular session is $1,000 and a non-refundable deposit of $250 is required to secure your preferred dates and times. Further invoices for $250 will be sent and payable one week prior to each of your remaining three sessions. A USB will be forwarded to you after each session with 10+ digital images.
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PRINTS & PRODUCTS GIFT PRINTS
5x7
$30.00
8x12
$50.00
(all provided in a white image mount)
WALL PRINTS
12x18
$120.00
16x24
$170.00
20x30
$230.00
30x40
$300.00
(can provide custom framing quotes)
CANVAS
12x12
$150.00
12x18
$200.00
16x24
$280.00
20x30
$380.00
30x40
$500.00
(top quality canvas and stretched over timber & supplied ready to hang)
FINE ART BOOKS
COMING SOON!
10x10
Please request a quote
12x12
Please request a quote
Available with any collection purchase. Without a collection purchase, a $450.00 minimum will apply. Prices affective 8th December 2014 and subject to change 11.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS WHAT CAN I EXPECT FROM A COLOUR OF LIFE PHOTOGRAPHY SESSION? A session with Colour of Life Photography is not just a photo shoot. It is about creating a fun and memorable experience for you and your family.
The combination of my personal touch, a relaxed approach and enthusiasm to document your family authentically while capturing pure connection will provide unique memories to keep forever.
HOW DO I BOOK?
Simply head to the Contact section on my website and complete the booking form. This form will be forwarded to me and from there we will arrange a date and time that is suitable to us both.
WHEN DO I NEED TO PAY?
“A non refundable booking fee of 50%” of your collection is required to secure your preferred date and time. An invoice for the balance of the session will be sent and payable one week prior to your chosen date. If you would like to pay your balance in instalments, please ask and I can arrange that for you.
WHEN WILL I RECEIVE MY PHOTOS?
You will receive a link to a password protected online gallery approximately 2-3 weeks after your session, which will remain open for 7 days. Once your package is chosen and paid for, your order will be placed and delivery will be 1-3 weeks and maybe a little longer for albums.
WHERE WILL THE PHOTOS BE TAKEN?
We will plan together and find a perfect place that means something to you as a family whether it be in your home or another family favourite location. Newborn sessions are always in the comfort of your own home.
WHAT SHOULD I WEAR?
Simple, casual and comfortable is the key. Try to remember it’s about coordinating, not matching. My opinion is the more colour the better (I love colour) – especially in children and it is always best to avoid big logos, wording & gimmick printed tops as you don’t want to take the focus away from the star of the show – you! If you can avoid black that will allow me to bring life to your photos – the colour of life! If you need some extra inspiration, please feel free to head on over to my Pinterest board for some ideas.
WHAT SHOULD I BRING?
Anything that could help your children feel comfortable whether it be a favorite toy, book, ball, bubbles or activity. Snacks are always handy as a backup.
WHAT HAPPENS IF I NEED TO RE-SCHEDULE? If an illness or an unforeseen circumstance prevents a photo session from taking place, I will understand (I have children too and life just happens sometimes). Please let me know as soon as you can so that we can re-schedule you in for another suitable time.
WHAT HAPPENS IF THE WEATHER IS BAD?
I shoot in all kinds of weather apart from rain and strong wind so if we happen to come across a particularly nasty day, we will decide together on the day whether to postpone. Sometimes I can tell the day before but I often don’t like to re-schedule until the day of because well… with this Victorian weather – who really knows what it is going to do.
WHEN DO I BOOK MY NEWBORN SESSION? With lifestyle newborn photography, we can be a little more flexible with the age of your baby but as
a guide I would recommend the baby being somewhere between 1-4 weeks new. I am not particularly after sleepy posed shots and don’t mind if the baby is either awake or asleep so I will be totally gauged by you as to when you think you are ready for your session after your baby is born. I will ask you to let me know when you are blessed with your bundle of joy and we can set up something that is suitable to us both.
DO YOU PHOTOGRAPH WEDDINGS?
No I don’t sorry but I know great wedding photographers that I can recommend. My passion lies with photographing families & children.
TERMS
Colour of Life Photography retains the copyright and ownership of all images and has the right to make reproductions for commercial use and promotional purposes. Selling, altering, copying, downloading or scanning any image created by Colour of Life Photography is strictly prohibited.
Prices are subject to change without notice.
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