Process and Studio
Begin with the End in Mind
You have decided to have professional portraits taken of your family, but what are you going to do with the images? Do you have a family gallery wall that you want to add additional images to? Do you have a wide area above your sofa or a tall, skinny space over your fireplace? Are you moving soon or live in a house with no wall space? We help you plan where and how these photographs will be displayed in your home or assist you in the creation of your family’s story in a customized heirloom album. Knowing what you hope to achieve with your portraits allows us to create a plan for your session and achieve the best possible results.
Consultation
Portrait sessions have the potential to be somewhat stressful, from wondering if the kids will behave to agonizing over clothing choices to convincing dad that it won’t be that bad. At your consultation, we want to know all about your family, your personalities, and your style. We will chat about clothing options and what areas of your home you would like to display your portraits. We will also discuss your investment and any other questions you may have. Consultations take approximately 20 to 30 minutes and can take place in our studio or over the phone.
Portrait Session
Your portrait session can take place in our professionally designed home studio. We work with controlled studio lighting and a lots of simple props and set designs. The studio offers a stylish and relaxed environment where we create a look that is sophisticated, no matter the weather. When the weather warms up (typically from April through October), you can consider outdoor portraits. We have an outdoor portrait garden at the studio and know several special Clarksville locations that make beautiful portrait backdrops.
Ordering Appointment
The is where the fun begins! Approximately one week after your portrait session, you will come to the studio to select your favorite images and place your order. You will view your portraits on a large screen using our state-of-the-art photography software. You will make your final decisions for your order, so make sure all decision makers attend. We will guide you through the process of selecting your favorite photographs that will look best in your home and show you how your images will look in a wall portrait collection or framed art piece.
Delivery
Your portraits will be ready for you to pick up in approximately 4 to 6 weeks after your ordering appointment. We will call or email to let you know they have arrived and make arrangements for you to bring your order home. Once your portraits are displayed, you will treasure seeing the beautiful works of art of your family each and every day!
The Long-Term Plan
Your family and children will continue to grow and change. Clients return each year to update their family portraits. The next time you work with us, we will be able to create images that will coordinate with your past sessions.