WELCOME Thank You so much for choosing Lilly Zach Creative as your custom photography choice. I am so pleased you have chosen me and I look forward to working with you to exceed your expectations. Custom portraiture is an investment in beautiful artistry that will be treasured for generations to come and I am committed to capturing you or your family in an original, artistic, natural way, creating the heirlooms that will become your family’s history. This welcome guide shares what you can expect from your custom photography experience with Lilly Zach Creative and provides helpful, important information about the uniquely rewarding experience I offer. Additionally when you refer a client to me, I show my appreciation by extending a $75 portrait credit to you and to your friend. If you have questions or need additional information, please feel free to contact me I look forward to working with you.
WHY INVEST IN CUSTOM PHOTOGRAPHY I’m so glad you have enjoyed my images enough to come this far! I am truly honored and can not wait to shoot your session! That being said, for some of you it may cross your mind as to why custom photography prints and products can be a bit more expensive compared to going to your local walgreens for example. The truth of the matter is the answer to this question is multifaceted. Much of the cost of a photographic print produced by a professional photographer has a lot to do with the time, equipment costs, artistic vision, and the usual costs of running a business. As far as time alone goes, from booking, paperwork, pre-session prep, travel to session, editing, ordering, and so much more, I spend between 13-19 hrs per client. Often times clients will mention to their photographer that X studio in the mall/department store only charges $19.99 for an 8×10 “sheet” or they may mention other things related to discount photography chains. The fact is those discount chains make their money on volume, not on customized 1:1 service and so the time spent and artistic vision which is absent in a generic studio is factored into the cost of one of my prints. The digital revolution has brought amazing flexibility and ability to control various factors during the image taking and making process. Photographers, the hobbyist, the professional, the amateur all benefit from this ability to manipulate pixels. However, with flexibility comes a price. Digital camera equipment is still considerably more expensive when you factor in its’ lifespan, the need for additional resources for processing those images, the time it takes to get a usable image and the effort that goes into creating a work of photographic art. I hope this helps shed some light on WHY a custom photographer is a better choice for your family’s memories. The photographs that are produced as a result of the professionalism and dedication that your photographer has will be cherished for a lifetime (or more) and great thought and consideration should be placed into hiring who is right for your family’s most precious investment.
WHAT TO EXPECT BEFORE THE SESSION Once I have received your consultation questions, we’ll start planning your session and book a day. I only shoot during two time periods of day, that being the two hours after sunrise and the two hours just before sunset, these are the best times of day to make for gorgeously illuminated images. I’ll keep an eye on the weather and contact you (the day of or day before your session) if we feel the session may need to be moved earlier or later in the day or re-scheduled. We will then meet for your photography session, have loads of fun and capture great images. Cant wait!
WHAT TO EXPECT AFTER THE SESSION Within 2-3 days after your session I will post a sneak peak from your session consisting of 1-2 images on my facebook business page. 7-10 days after your session date you will receive a link to your personal private gallery where you can view and/or purchase your package, prints and other items such as canvas or high res digital files for personal keepsakes. Once your purchases are made I will blog my favorites from the session.
WHAT TO WEAR
First there is no need to have everyone match, where white, or khaki. I tend to take much more of an editorial approach to my lifestyle sessions. The goal is to comlpiment each other without being to “matchy” Here are some tips to help ya out ;-) •
Try to avoid big logos on clothing but dont be afraid of pattern and colors. •
Layer, Layer, Layer! Layers and texture look great in photos!
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“The Statement Piece” No need to ask... A statement piece is an interesting, attractive and relatively eye-catching wardrobe item[s] that reflect your personality. They are usually quite bold and unique, but not necessarily brightly coloured and oversized. They are often, but not always, the thing people notice first about your outfit. Examples would be , but not limited to scarves, coats, shoes, jewelery, specs that fall into the description above and are a statement of what make you and/or your family unique!
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Basic color rules apply. Wear colors that bring out your eyes and look best with your complexion. Dark colors make things look smaller, light colors make things look larger...
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Simple colors and designs work best on adults but sometimes a bold print on a child can bring out a fun or silly personality. • •
Long sleeves work great pulling the attention to the face.
Choose styles that portray you and/or your famlies personality.
Hope this helped! and be sure to check out my seasonal fashion inspiration board on pinterest for men, women, boys and girls! http://www.pinterest.com/lillyzach/what-to-wear-springsummer-2014/
LIFE & STYLE
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FAMLIES, CHILDREN, COUPLES, INDIVIDUAL, MATERNITY, NEWBORN
PACKAGE OPTIONS:
C OL L E CT ION # 3 // $ 3 7 5
C OLL E C T I O N # 1 // $ 12 5
-20 Prints ( your choice of 4x6, 5x7, 8x10 from any image in your gallery) - (2) 8x12 (1) 11x17 Standout collection -3 Complimentary High Resolution digital images to print as you please on a keepsake USB drive. -15-50 fully edited and retouched images to choose from (quantity depends on the type of session) -Location and Style Consultation/Inspiration
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C OL L E CT ION # 4 // $ 5 24
-10 Prints ( your choice of 4x6, 5x7, 8x10 from up to 5 images) -15-50 fully edited and retouched images to choose from (quantity depends on the type of session) -Location and Style Consultation/Inspiration
C OLLE C T I O N # 2 / / $ 2 4 8
-18 Prints ( your choice of 4x6, 5x7, 8x10 from up to 10 images) -11x14 Standout -15-50 fully edited and retouched images to choose from (quantity depends on the type of session) -Location and Style Consultation/Inspiration
-25 Prints ( your choice of 4x6, 5x7, 8x10 from any image in your gallery) -(4) 11x17 Standout collection -10x8 Coffee table album gorgeously displaying the images from your session -3 Complimentary High Resolution digital images to print as you please on a keepsake USB drive. -15-50 fully edited and retouched images to choose from (quantity depends on the type of session) -Location and Style Consultation/Inspiration
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KEEPSAKES
//Canvas\\ (1.5 inch Gallery Wrap] 10x20 $120 11x14 - $110 12x12 - $100 16x24 - $175 20x20 - $175 20x40 - $215
Folio Books 5x7 - $120 8x8 - $135 USB and Box with your digital files - $500 Proof/image box (50 4x6 prints} - $175 Custom phone Cover - $55
//Mounted Prints\\ (3/4 depth Bamboo) 10x20 - $ 230 11x14 - $ 205 12x12 - $205 16x24 - $270 20x20 - $270 20x30 - $320 24x36 - $400 24x36 - $220
//Albums\\ (linen, leather or portrait - Prices in this order) 8x8 - $275 - $325 - $230 8x12 - $310 - $365 - (8x10) $250 10x10 - $290 - $365 - $275 10x15 - $320 - $415 - X //Gift Prints: $15\\ 8x10 5x7 4x6 8 Wallets
A $25 non refundable retainer fee is due at the time of booking in order to guarantee your session date and time. You may reschedule this appointment, provided you give us a minimum of 48 hours notice, however we ask that you limit rescheduling to one time only.
POLICIES & PROCEDURES
Cameras, camcorders, or recording devices of any kind are not permitted at your photographic session. Please leave all camera equipment, or said devices at home. In case of rain or severe weather reserves the right to postpone the session but for no more than 2 weeks Due to the custom nature of portraits all orders are paid in full at the ordering session. Your session will begin promptly at the agreed upon time. Please arrange to be dressed, made-up and ready to begin at this time. (Because the session length is predetermined, any additional time required to prepare yourself or children once youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve arrived will reduce the amount of time we can spend in-session, and further limits the amount of images captured.) Ordered images will remain on file for one year from the date of your portrait sitting. Unordered images will be purged after 30 days from date of first viewing. Your images are kept in your personal gallery for up to 10 days, after that 10 days there will be a $75 reposting fee Your personal gallery will contain between 15-30 of the best images from your session depending on how many people in your party. Due to the custom nature of the products and services provided by LILLY ZACH CREATIVE all sales are final once received. Items cannot be returned or exchanged. You may add on to your order at any time, but a sale is considered final at the time it is made.
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