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the holbrook family quick tips for a
perfect portrait session w h at t o w e a r f o r
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LETTERS FROM YOU MY PHOTOGRAPHY STORY THE PORTRAIT PROCESS, FROM SHOOT TO PRINT
PICTURE T H I S
I can’t think of a time when I wasn’t obsessed with photography and art. Before I was even out of diapers, my tiny fingers turned the pages of my dad’s black & white photo album; the photos from film (YES film!) taken on his Olympus 35mm camera made me feel like I was there when he was a boy. Sprawled out on our living room floor I fell in love with photography. I wouldn’t be young forever, but thanks to those photos, I could always remember. Years down the road, I would graduate with a Bachelor’s of Fine Arts Degree where I excelled in the arts and later chose photography as my profession which has been a lifelong dream! Part of my photography mission statement is to have my photos bless the lives of others. I truly want to capture photos you LOVE and will share with others now... and years to come. My clients are my friends and I strive to make your experience memorable. Plus, we’ll have a FUN time during your shoot and I can get pretty silly!
Can’t wait to share YOUR story! Marcelle
MARCELLE CALDER PHOTOGRAPHY
FA M I LY S E S S I O N
$180
Includes: 1 hour up to 6 people, each additional person $15 Location of your choice All the final, digital, high-resolution images for you to store, print and use. An online gallery to order prints and share images with family & friends. Gallery also includes a 10 year cloud storage backup.
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the portrait process
FROM SHOOT
TO PRINT
Marcelle Calder Photography honors your schedules, special events and sessions with a helpful timeline to help you understand the process of how I’m working my hardest to create your treasured memories:
2 WEEKS
2 WEEKS
BEFORE YOUR SESSION:
AFTER YOUR SESSION:
After chatting on the phone or in person
I post an online gallery for your five day
for our pre-consultation to discuss any
preview period.
of your specifications and wishes, I send you a portrait information form to fill out all the details most important to you for capturing the best images possible.
2 D AY S
3-4 WEEKS AFTER YOUR SESSION: Images you’ve picked from your gallery will be given to you with a print release.
BEFORE YOUR SESSION:
This enables you to print images at any
I will give you a quick check-in call to
desired company. Professiona l prints and
c o n f i r m a l l t h e d e t a i l s f ro m o u r
canvases can also be ordered from me.
p re - c o n s u l t a t i o n .
T H E D AY O F YOUR SESSION: When you arrive at the scheduled time, I w i l l g e t t o k n o w y o u a n d y o u r f a m i l y. P re p a re f o r a w o n d e r f u l t i m e d u r i n g our photography session!
5-6 WEEKS AFTER YOUR SESSION: Your artwork and canvases are ready for pickup! At this time I also provide a client care card packet which will ensure a long life from your precious heirlooms.
1 WEEK AFTER YOUR SESSION: T h e g a t h e re d i m a g e s f o r a s n e a k p e e k will be posted on facebook and my blog f ro m y o u r s e s s i o n , a l l e d i t e d .
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An outdoor shoot with the Holbrook family before their second child was born!
I t ’ s a d ate ! what to expect the day of your shoot
I’m looking forward to your session! This is such an exciting time because I have the opportunity to get to know your wonderful family and capture some fun, exciting photographs for you in the process. All work and no play makes for a dour day, so here is what you can expect from Marcelle Calder Photography:
Lo c at i o n , lo c at i o n , lo c at i o n
We wi ll discuss where you would like to have your session (we will already have an understanding based on our prior phone chats). We might meet at your home, the local park, the mountains, or a beautiful golden field. I also scout locations constantly, so I may have some fun, last minute suggestions for you to consider!
F u n i s n o t OPTIONAL
Thi s s h o o t w i l l b e f u l l - o n f u n , c o m p l e t e w i t h l aughs, hu g s , p l a y t i m e , a n d p l e n t y o f t i c k l i n g . T h e re’s no m a n u f a c t u r i n g a g o o d t i m e ; w h e n y o u ’ re w i t h loved on e s , e x u b e r a n c e a n d s p o n t a n e i t y t a k e o v e r for the most natural, exciting images.
Time flies
Pleas e arrive at the scheduled time to ensure plenty of time for the shoot. This will enable us to get the perfect amount of images with variety and allow for an outfit change if needed.
Fa s t f r i e n d s
I w or k q u i c k l y c a p t u r i n g n a t u r a l i m a ges so p h o t o g r a p h y d o e s n ’t f e e l l i k e a c h o re f o r anyone. M a rc e l l e C a l d e r P h o t o g r a p h y d e l i g h t s i n p roviding a s u p e r s a f e s e t t i n g f o r f a m i l i e s t o h a v e f u n!
T r e at s f o r t h e s w e e t
Bring a small snack (but don’t tell the kids). Be mindful of foods that stain clothing! You don’t want to ruin that cute top.
RAIN , RAIN , G O AWA Y
Outd o o r s h o o t s o f f e r t h e b e s t a v a i l a b l e l i g h t and surroundings for your precious portraits. But if Mother Nature thre a t e n s t o r a i n o n o u r p a r a d e , d o n ’t w o r r y, there are always options: P lan A : W h e n i t ’s o b v i o u s a d i r e w e a t h e r f o r e c a s t i s r i g h t ( f o r a c h a n g e ) , w e ’ l l c a l l a n d r e s c h e d u l e . P lan B : A l t e r n a t e , a v a i l a b l e i n d o o r v e n u e s . P lan C : A d v e n t u r o u s ?
W e h a v e t h e s k i l l s a n d p r o t e c t i v e g e a r. I f s t o r m c h a s e r w e a t h e r d e v e l o p s w e ’ l l f i n i s h t h e s e s s i o n l a t e r.
dapper darlings Clothing choices make a session that much better, so picking the perfect dress or suit is a detail that shouldn’t go unchecked. Here are some ideas to help parents determine the best duds for darlingst
Bouncing Babies: • Soft or bright solids • Simple styles like onesies are classic • Diaper cover only
Tip:
Bring a change of clothes in case of a spill, thrill or chill
A v o i d : Fancy clothes (collars, shoes, giant headbands) compete for attention with the baby
Fa b u lo u s Fa m i l i e s : • Stick to a color palette of three to four complementary colors • Layers are flattering and a way to show personality • Shoes are optional • Keep hair simple and clean • Non-glare glasses keep glare at bay
T i p : Match your clothing colors to your home décor where your art will be displayed. Avo i d :
Everyone wearing the same outfit. Mix it up!
Crafty Kids: • • • • •
Layered looks are great Brights and fun prints Accessories:hats,scarves,chunky braclets Clothes should be fitted, not baggy Bare feet or fun shoes
T i p : For shiny, neat hair use product, like shine gel or pomade Avo i d :
Huge logos that date the image and distract the eye
CLIENT CORNER
I love that you kept in contact with me. From booking the session to the blog sneak peek , to delivering my images, you took that added step to let me know where you were in the process. I felt like a valued client and I couldn’t have asked for more beautiful photos!
“ S e r i o u s ly AW ES O M E ! M a r c e l l e d i d a g r e a t j o b ! ” -Tiffany Nelson
MARCELLE CALDER PHOTOGRAPHY 8810 N Moonfire Dr Tu c s o n , A Z 8 5 7 4 3 801.361.4251 MARCELLE CALDER.COM
SESSION BOOKING To b o o k y o u r s e s s i o n , e m a i l M a r c e l l e marcellecalder@Gmail.com Looking forward to hearing from you!