motherhood & Family session guide
welcome to fine art house
Sessions are performed in a 1500 sq ft studio space with a wide variety of backgrounds.
The warm and inviting space offers personalized attention and comfort tailored to each individual client.
An amazing Couture Wardrobe, Italian silk draping and accessories are provided for your session.
You don't have to wait weeks to see your photos! Ordering is done immediately after your photoshoot.
how it works
01 Scheduling
Capturing beautiful portraits of your baby or toddler can be done at any age, but there is something truly special about acquiring photographs during their first year of life. Here are a few tips to help you plan your session.
3-5 Months: At three to five months, your baby will be able to hold their head up on their own and will likely be in the sitting stage. This is a great time to schedule a photoshoot because your baby will be alert and engaged but still relatively calm. Plus, they'll be able to interact with you during the shoot, which will result in some truly special moments.
6-9 Months: The sitting stage is one of the best times to capture those sweet chubby cheeks and baby rolls. Your little one will be able to sit up on their own but may not be quite mobile yet, making it easy to get them to stay in one spot long enough for some beautiful portraits. Around six to nine months is therefore an ideal time for a mommy and me photoshoot.
9-12 Months: As your baby grows and begins crawling, their personality will really start to shine through. Your baby will be full of energy and life. If you're thinking about scheduling a mommy and me shoot, this is also the perfect age for your baby to take part in the fun too.
1 Year: One year olds are full of energy and personality, and they love to explore their surroundings. This makes them great subjects for photography, but it can also make them difficult to wrangle. If you have your heart set on a one-year-old photoshoot, be prepared for a lot of movement.
2 Years Olds and Beyond: By the time your baby turns two, they’ll likely be a lot more subdued (relatively speaking). They may even be able to sit still for short periods of time. This makes two years old and beyond a great time for photoshoots.
No matter what age your child is, there's always a perfect time to capture their beauty in a photograph. Depending on your schedule, we can work with you to find a time that works best for both you and your little one.
02 Consultation
All sessions are tailored specifically to you and include a pre-session consultation over Zoom where we will begin designing your dream shoot. We will discuss ideas on posing, lighting, wardrobe, and style. I will work closely with you and learn from your ideas and expectations to make sure that your vision becomes a reality.
03 Wardrobe
We've got your back! At our all-in-one photo studio, we've got a fabulous wardrobe collection for your stunning maternity and precious motherhood shoots. A beautiful collection of silk draping, form-fitting dresses, bodysuits, lace robes, maternity gowns and accessories are provided for your session at no additional cost!
04 Makeup & Hair
Professional hair and makeup artistry is recommended for stunning portraits and is included in our package. You can sit back and relax before your session begins.
05 experience
Our sessions are styled like a fashion shoot and personalized to make you look and feel elegant and alluring. Your session is never rushed as we only book one client a day, which allows us freedom to spend the time needed to perfect each set up and help you make the most out of your shoot. Even if it is your first professional photography session, our goal is to ensure you feel comfortable, beautiful, confident, and empowered. During your photo shoot, Natalia will direct you through elegant poses, focusing on angles that bring out your most beautiful self while providing a luxurious day of pampering. Throughout your photoshoot you will have the opportunity to preview your images.
06 SELECTING YOUR PORTRAITS & RETOUCHING
Right after the photoshoot we will view your proofing gallery on a big screen, and we will be happy to help you to choose the best photographs for retouching. Your portrait session is only the beginning of creating your custom artwork. Each image is carefully and tastefully edited into a unique work of art. We specialize in the most comprehensive and detailed magazine-style editing. You don't have to worry about any imperfections. While we focus on creating a natural look she will edit your photos to your liking. We want you to treasure your final portraits.
07 Displaying Your Art
There are a few Image Collections, as well as A La Carte add-on options so that we are able to fully customize your experience with us leaving you with top of the line products for your lifestyle. All collections include high resolution digital files in color & b/w PLUS coordinated fine art prints in a beautiful folio box. Most of our clients will also add on a few extra products from the A La Carte menu to their Collection to make it complete. Our studio offers high quality fine art prints, tabletops, luxury photo albums, gorgeous gallery wraps and elegant wall collections for a spectacular presentation of your most beautiful memories.
OUR SESSION FEE COVERs EVERYTHING THAT GOES INTO CREATING A BEAUTIFUL AND RELAXING PHOTOGRAPHY EXPERIENCE FOR YOU
• Style & Concept consultation
• Professional hair & makeup artistry
• Exclusive use of our amazing Couture Studio wardrobe (over 100 dresses, gowns, bodysuits, silk draping and accessories)
• Variety of outfits changes and studio setups
• Variety of outfits and props for toddlers
• Mommy & Me, Baby, Family portraits
• Same day ordering
• High-end portrait retouching (color & b/w)
• Digitals & coordinated archival fine art prints
Each client has different product needs, from albums to wall-art.
Our clients spend anywhere from $1500 to $10K+.
What you buy is totally up to you.
FAQ
HOW SOON SHOULD I SCHEDULE MY SESSION?
It’s never too early to schedule your session. Sometimes we can accommodate last minute requests but we recommend booking a session with us 8-10 weeks in advance.
HOW MANY OUTFIT CHANGES CAN I DO?
All of our sessions are customized and tailored to the wants and needs of each client.
CAN MY PARTNER OR OTHER FAMILY MEMBERS BE IN THE PICTURES?
Absolutely! The father of your child and other family members are welcome and encouraged to join. Please bring someone who can help you with children during the shoot.
WHAT IS THE TURNAROUND TIME?
We know how important it is for you to get your gorgeous portraits as soon as possible! Online gallery with retouched digital portraits will be delivered within 3-4 weeks after full payment is received for the order. Then, it takes about 2-3 weeks for all of your products (albums, folio boxes, wall art, etc) to be delivered and ready for you to take home!
Can I get a few photos ASAP?
Sure! We can retouch and deliver 1-2 portraits within 2-3 days after the photoshoot with no additional charge. You may expedite processing time of the whole gallery for an additional fee. Rush fee amount depends on the order and requested turnaround time.
SHOULD I BE CONCERNED ABOUT EXTRA WEIGHT (CHIN, ARMS, THIGHS) AND STRETCH MARKS?
We want you to feel beautiful and relaxed during your photography experience as well as to treasure your final images. Complete professional retouching is included in your session and you don’t have to worry about any imperfections such as blemishes, stretch marks and certain body contours. We specialize in the most comprehensive and detailed editing and will enhance and transform the image into a stunning work of art. While we focus on creating a natural look we will edit your photos to your liking.
WHAT PAYMENTS DO YOU ACCEPT?
We accept all major credit cards and cash.
WHERE IS YOUR STUDIO LOCATED?
The studio address: 3100 Breckinridge Blvd, Suite 425, Duluth GA 30096