All you need to know

FAQ

NEWBORN:

How long is the session?

The session is booked for 4 hours. This includes feeding time, mommy time, nappy changes etc. 

How far ahead do I book?

Book as early as possible to avoid disappointment. I generally do not accept more than 4 bookings a week as I know the exact day may vary according to when you actually give birth.

When is the best time?

From experience, the mornings are generally best. 0900 onwards but we can also shoot in the afternoon if this is what is best for baby.

What is the best day?

Day 8 is perfect. The earlier the better but not later than day 10. This is especially important if you are looking for styled shoots with props etc

Can I change dates?

I understand these things can be a bit unpredictable which is why I only book 4 sessions a week. This makes a date change possible but remember we are aiming for before 10 days.

Where do I shoot newborns?

I come to your home. I do not charge for travel within Cape Town. Please ensure the room is neat and tidy without unnecessary distractions. We generally use the bed, try and ensure the background is neat. Most importantly, we need as much natural light as possible entering the room.

Who supplies props?

I have my own, which are only used for sessions and cleaned after each session. You are welcome to add your own props.

I prefer more natural posing, not the styled/posed style. Is that a problem?

I am very flexible, I adapt to your needs and requirements so this is no issue for me at all. We discuss all these things over coffee 🙂

How do I prepare for a newborn session?

One can never prepare too much, but I would ensure most if not all the below is implemented:

• Warm up the room where session is planned, baby will be naked.
• Feed baby just before I get there
• TRY and keep baby awake for an hour or so before I get there
• Keep baby in a nappy and keep warm with blankets nearby, avoids constant clothing changes
• Have all must haves closeby, like pacifier, mommy, diapers, wipes, blankets etc

What do i get?

The session fee of R850 is the cost of the session and you will receive a beautiful display folio. There are  then optional extras like prints of all sizes, canvas of all sizes, custom clocks, coffee mugs, websites, all images on DVD or USB, and coffee table books. To be discussed with you.

12 month package?

We document the entire first year of your baby. We start with a maternity shoot. We then schedule 1 shoot a month from when baby is born until baby is 12 months. We give you these images after each shoot. A ‘washing line’ rope is supplied with 12 colorful pegs, we supply 1 print after each shoot to hang up. At the end, we put all these images into a specially designed high quality coffee table book, the cover is engraved wood – design to be discussed. This will showcase how your child changes over the 12 months. A beautiful momento, your baby is only 1 once. Flexible payment terms with this option, deposit of R3000.

MATERNITY

When is the best time?

Well, this one is up to you, generally 8 months is good.

Where do I shoot this?

On location is great, I have a few ideas but I am open to your suggestions.

What do I get?

The session fee of R850 is the cost of the session and you will receive a beautiful display folio . There are  then optional extras like prints of all sizes, canvas of all sizes, custom clocks, coffee mugs, websites, all images on DVD or USB, and coffee table books.

1 - 12 months

Baby

I can do baby shoots up to 12 months old on location.

The same conditions and costs apply as a new born. R850 session fee and you receive a display folio 15 x 15 cm. See sample at the bottom.

We have a special package, the 12 month package which includes 1 shoot every month (12 shoots in total) and you get a maternity shoot complimentary. There is so much you can do with the 12 months hoot. The most popular is a wall display, of 1 photo per month, or a specially designed photo book with the best of each month.

I can shoot at your home, on location or in a studio (additional cost) this can be discussed when we meet.

Shoot is generally 1-2 hours.

Display folio included, 15 x 15cm:

Cape Town

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Maternity

I am open to many ideas you may have for a maternity shoot. Lets meet over coffee to discuss if you wish. From location shoots, beach shoots, forest shoots, studio shoots, or just in your home – we can find a solution that will make you happy.

We love to offer you a package that includes, maternity+newborn shoot, ask us for more details.

Cape Town

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Family

If you are looking for a family portrait, a lifestyle shoot, on the beach or in the studio – or even in your garden. Please contact me to discuss. These shoots are generally  1-2 hours long depending on location.

The cost of R850 covers the session itself and you will receive a stunning display folio 15 x 15 cm, which includes at least 4 photographs. See sample below. You can then decide exactly what you would like after this from buying all images on USB (for R1 500), canvas, clocks, coffee mugs etc etc. We will discuss the extras in more detail.