It’s Saturday morning and I’m prepping for a business portrait client. We’re using the studio because it’s frigid outside, but I thought this would be a great opportunity to talk about my approach to portraits.

Emmett came in the other day to have his 9 month photos done. He's grown so fast!

I am a documentary photographer which means I usually come to you or we utilize the beautiful backdrop of mother nature or your home. However, I offer my clients the option of a studio shoot too.

My studio is different than what you see at Sears or Wal-Mart. It’s actually portable. This means I can move from the studio office to a larger room depending on the size of my portrait group. My home, where I do my studio work, is a photographer’s dream: lots of natural light, and also darker rooms that allow me to utilize my studio lights. For me, flexibility is key to producing fabulous photos.

But what does this mean for you? It means I’m able to meet your schedule and personalize your photos. Maybe you have a fabulous garden that you are super proud of. Let’s include it in your photos. Have a shy dog or cat that gets stressed out by travelling? I’ll come to you and meet your pet where it is most comfortable. Have a newborn baby? Coming to your home will reduce your stress and make the little one more comfy.Working out of my own home also helps little ones feel more comfortable since it’s not as strange as a big strange looking room.

I offer a satisfaction guarantee with my portrait work. If you’re not satisfied, I’m not satisfied and I’ll happily reschedule a shoot. I’ve been in the situation where I wasn’t satisfied with photos taken by a studio photographer. I didn’t want to hurt their feelings, so I bought sub-standard photographs. I don’t want my clients to feel the same way, so even if your criticism is harsh (but polite) I will work with you to make sure you have photos you’re happy with.

I also don’t charge a location fee (but will charge mileage if the locaiton is farther than 60 miles from Hermon). The location should be special to you. Don’t feel like you have to settle for a studio shoot because that’s what everyone uses. You are unique. Your photos should be too.

I also offer gift certificates for portrait sessions. What better way to give someone a gift they’ll cherish forever than with a gift certificate for photos. Gift certificates are especially great for new parents whose budgets are already stretched but want fantastic photos of their new addition.

Have a wonderful day and let me know if I can help you turn your special moments into memories.

Debra