Thank you for taking the time to review the Pine and Bear Productions session prep guidelines.
Please scroll through the entire document so you know what to expect before, during, and after your photo session!
Please scroll through the entire document so you know what to expect before, during, and after your photo session!
Prepare your Children
Take the time to prepare your children (of all ages!) for your photo session, especially if this is your first time having professional photos taken. Tell them about the "very nice lady with the camera" who really wants to see their big smiles! Practice smiling with them in the mirror. Bring positive reinforcement (fruit snacks, stuffed animal, goldfish, stickers, a favorite toy, etc.) that can be seen and offered as a reward for good smiles.
Take the time to prepare your children (of all ages!) for your photo session, especially if this is your first time having professional photos taken. Tell them about the "very nice lady with the camera" who really wants to see their big smiles! Practice smiling with them in the mirror. Bring positive reinforcement (fruit snacks, stuffed animal, goldfish, stickers, a favorite toy, etc.) that can be seen and offered as a reward for good smiles.
Find Inspiration
Spend a few minutes checking out Pinterest and Instagram for inspiration! It really helps me when clients come to their session with a few inspiration pictures of shots that they love. We won’t be replicating the images - but seeing the images that speak to you will help me capture similar images that I know you’ll be sure to love!
Spend a few minutes checking out Pinterest and Instagram for inspiration! It really helps me when clients come to their session with a few inspiration pictures of shots that they love. We won’t be replicating the images - but seeing the images that speak to you will help me capture similar images that I know you’ll be sure to love!
Don't Stress
Easier said than done, right? Even if you do get a few stress-zits, don’t worry! Because your session comes with complimentary blemish removal. This also applies to bruises, scratches, and bug bites.
Easier said than done, right? Even if you do get a few stress-zits, don’t worry! Because your session comes with complimentary blemish removal. This also applies to bruises, scratches, and bug bites.
Watch the Weather (outdoor sessions)
We all know how unpredictable Texas weather can be. If it’s expected to rain on the day of our session, I’ll be in touch to reschedule for another day. Speaking of weather: The best weather for photos is actually cloudy skies! Clouds not only give a break from the heat, they also act as a natural diffuser for sunlight which is really flattering in pictures! Direct sunshine is incredibly harsh and can create unflattering shadows on the face - which is why (if it’s sunny at your session) I’ll be asking you to stand in the shade facing away from the sun.
We all know how unpredictable Texas weather can be. If it’s expected to rain on the day of our session, I’ll be in touch to reschedule for another day. Speaking of weather: The best weather for photos is actually cloudy skies! Clouds not only give a break from the heat, they also act as a natural diffuser for sunlight which is really flattering in pictures! Direct sunshine is incredibly harsh and can create unflattering shadows on the face - which is why (if it’s sunny at your session) I’ll be asking you to stand in the shade facing away from the sun.
Timeline
Please plan to arrive 5-10 minutes before you session is scheduled to begin. Sessions are meticulously timed to align with the setting sun and other time-sensitive obligations, so our session must begin promptly at the start time and conclude at the ending time. Tardiness may effect the number of final images you have to choose from.
Please plan to arrive 5-10 minutes before you session is scheduled to begin. Sessions are meticulously timed to align with the setting sun and other time-sensitive obligations, so our session must begin promptly at the start time and conclude at the ending time. Tardiness may effect the number of final images you have to choose from.
Finishing Touches
When you arrive at the location, take a few minutes to finalize your wardrobe. We strongly recommend using a baby wipe to wipe away any drool, snacks, dirt, etc. from tiny faces. Even the smallest smudge will add hours to the editing process, which could result in a delay in image return. Bring along a lint roller and touch up clothing. Secure flyaway hairs and touch up makeup.
When you arrive at the location, take a few minutes to finalize your wardrobe. We strongly recommend using a baby wipe to wipe away any drool, snacks, dirt, etc. from tiny faces. Even the smallest smudge will add hours to the editing process, which could result in a delay in image return. Bring along a lint roller and touch up clothing. Secure flyaway hairs and touch up makeup.
Share Concerns
If you have any concerns that you'd like me to be aware of throughout your session, please mention it to me when your session begins. Here are a few real examples from past sessions:
If you have any concerns that you'd like me to be aware of throughout your session, please mention it to me when your session begins. Here are a few real examples from past sessions:
- Client did not want their undershirt to show (I would advise them to pull down their shirt if it was raised)
- Client did not want photos of their child with hands in mouth (I would ask the child to put their hands down when they raised them)
- Client is self conscious about double chin (I instructed the client to pose in flattering ways)
Relax
I prefer natural smiles and genuine interactions over stiff, uncomfortable looking, super-posed photos. During your session you can look forward to fun prompts that will encourage authentic smiles from the whole family.
I prefer natural smiles and genuine interactions over stiff, uncomfortable looking, super-posed photos. During your session you can look forward to fun prompts that will encourage authentic smiles from the whole family.
Prepare Payment
Payment is due at the time that your session concludes. Our preferred payment method is by cash. Paying with cash also saves you from paying sales tax + processing fees!
If you would rather pay with a debit card, credit card, or AfterPay; an invoice will be generated and sent at the time your session concludes.
Tips are appreciated, but not required - And the very best tip is a genuine, detailed, positive public review!
Payment is due at the time that your session concludes. Our preferred payment method is by cash. Paying with cash also saves you from paying sales tax + processing fees!
If you would rather pay with a debit card, credit card, or AfterPay; an invoice will be generated and sent at the time your session concludes.
Tips are appreciated, but not required - And the very best tip is a genuine, detailed, positive public review!
Stand Behind Me
If your session includes a small child (or children), and you'd like to help prompt them to smile, please stand behind me to do so. If you stand off to the side of me, they will inevitably be looking at you and smiling, which is not ideal. In a perfect world they would smile directly at the camera! Standing behind me increases the chances of this happening.
If your session includes a small child (or children), and you'd like to help prompt them to smile, please stand behind me to do so. If you stand off to the side of me, they will inevitably be looking at you and smiling, which is not ideal. In a perfect world they would smile directly at the camera! Standing behind me increases the chances of this happening.
Image Return
You will receive your digital gallery of edited images within 3 weeks of our session. If you need your images quicker, expedited processing is available* for an additional fee. *subject to seasonal availability
You will receive your digital gallery of edited images within 3 weeks of our session. If you need your images quicker, expedited processing is available* for an additional fee. *subject to seasonal availability
Image Selection
Once your gallery is returned, you will have 1 week to download your favorite images and order prints. If you need more than 1 week to complete the selection and ordering process, please let me know so I can extend the standard archive timeline in my system.
Your session includes a specific number of digital images. I normally edit and return 5-10 more than the set number, so that you have a wide variety of photos to choose from. Once I send you the link to your digital gallery, you will be able to use your unique 4-digit PIN to download your favorite images. To download:
Once your gallery is returned, you will have 1 week to download your favorite images and order prints. If you need more than 1 week to complete the selection and ordering process, please let me know so I can extend the standard archive timeline in my system.
Your session includes a specific number of digital images. I normally edit and return 5-10 more than the set number, so that you have a wide variety of photos to choose from. Once I send you the link to your digital gallery, you will be able to use your unique 4-digit PIN to download your favorite images. To download:
- Click on the image you want to download
- Click "download"
- Enter your PIN and click "Apply PIN"
* * * please note * * *
If you aren't satisfied with the proofs in your digital gallery, DO NOT DOWNLOAD any of the images.
I cannot refund or reshoot when images have already been downloaded.
If you aren't satisfied with the proofs in your digital gallery, DO NOT DOWNLOAD any of the images.
I cannot refund or reshoot when images have already been downloaded.
Purchasing Extra Digital Images
So, what happens if you're in love with 20 images, but only 15 images came with your session? You can actually purchase those additional 5 images, straight from your digital gallery! To purchase:
So, what happens if you're in love with 20 images, but only 15 images came with your session? You can actually purchase those additional 5 images, straight from your digital gallery! To purchase:
- Click on the image you want to purchase
- Click "Buy Photo"
- Click "Digitals"
- Select the Full Resolution option ($20/image)
Purchasing Prints/Canvases
If you're interested in purchasing prints or canvases, please consider purchasing directly from your digital gallery. The quality of the images from my professional print lab is unrivaled! To purchase:
If you're interested in purchasing prints or canvases, please consider purchasing directly from your digital gallery. The quality of the images from my professional print lab is unrivaled! To purchase:
- Click on the image you want to purchase
- Click "buy photo"
- Click either "Prints" or "Canvases"
- Choose the size you want to purchase and add to cart
Share the Love
Feel free to tag Pine and Bear Productions when you share your pictures on social media! I love seeing all of your friends and family’s reactions.
Facebook: type “@pineandbear” in the caption
Instagram: tag @pineandbearproductions
Feel free to tag Pine and Bear Productions when you share your pictures on social media! I love seeing all of your friends and family’s reactions.
Facebook: type “@pineandbear” in the caption
Instagram: tag @pineandbearproductions