FAQs
Where will the photoshoot take place?
The shoot can be an indoor or outdoor session. For indoor sessions, it can be done in the comfort of your home or at my studio in Mullingar, Westmeath. For outdoor sessions you can select from a list of locations in and around Mullingar. I can help you decide the best location during our consultation stage.
How long does the photoshoot last?
Sessions last anywhere between 1-2 hours depending on the type of shoot, kid(s) participation and the weather.
What should I wear?
Do not worry. I got you covered. On booking a session I will send you a detailed style guide which covers what to wear, what colors to go for, and the do's and don'ts of picking your outfits for the shoot. You can also make use of the dresses/outfits in my studio wardrobe.
What if it rains?
The weather in Ireland in unpredictable, but what I can guarantee is that we will take memorable and beautiful photos of your family whether it is sunny or splashing in puddles.
(Note: If the weather is very bad we could have the shoot in my studio or reschedule once to another day that suits both of us.)
Can you do a mixture of Candid and Posed Family pictures?
Always! My style leans towards candid photography, but we do get posed photos where everyone is smiling at the camera as well.
When will our photos be ready? How many will we receive?
I take great care to go over all your images and pick out the perfect moments. My turnaround time for your viewing gallery is 2-3 weeks.
I do not limit the number of images in the gallery, I just pick the best moments to pre-edit and share with you. But I guarantee at least 25 images from which you can select your favorites.
On receiving your selection I will further edit the photos and send them to you. My turnaround time for this is between 3-4 weeks. This is because I have to get photos/albums/memory boxes made and this takes time.
How will I receive my Photos?
Once your images are pre-edited they will be uploaded to Pixieset (this is a photo gallery hosting website) and you will receive a link to view and select your favorite photos.
The quicker you make your selection the quicker you will receive the final edited photos.
When completed you will receive a link to download high resolution images and if you chose prints/albums/memory boxes I will notify you once this is ready for collection.
What are your prices? Do you have different packages?
Prices vary according to the type of shoot. I offer 4 different packages that range from 'only digitals' all the way to 'prints, albums and memory boxes'.
You can buy extra photos and prints if you wish.
Contact me for pricing/package details.
When should I book a shoot?
I do limited sessions every month to give my clients the best experience so booking well in advance is recommended to avoid disappointment.
The best time to book depends on the type of session you are looking for:
- Family session: Anytime
- Maternity: The best time to do a Maternity photoshoot is between 29-34 weeks and the best time to book it is after your 20 weeks scan.
- Newborn: The best time to book it is while you are still pregnant. I will reserve a tentative slot based on your due date. Contact me 48 hours after the baby is born to finalise the date.
- Milestones: The best to do the shoot 2-3 weeks before the birthday/event. The best time to book a session is 2 months before the big day.
- Seasonal: 2 months before the holidays. Join my Christmas mailing list today to have priority access for when bookings open later this year.