After years of photographing families here, we’ve learned what works, what doesn’t, and how to make the entire experience feel relaxed and natural.
You’re booked—here’s what happens next
- Once we have received your contract, deposit and questionnaire you will be officially booked with us. You can find these forms at any time through your Client Portal.
- Your photographer, either Caitie or Amy, will review the questionnaire and be in touch to pin down a time and location. Our contact information can be found at the bottom of this page.
- Wondering what happens during a session? You can read more about what to expect here: GROUP, CLASSIC and MINI
Where will the photoshoot be held?
- We have our favorite locations where we love to meet, or we can come to your location if there is parking available. While our beaches are usually the number one choice, we do also have beautiful parks and cities. We will discuss your goals for the session and choose one that reflects your personality and style. You can check out our favorite locations to shoot at HERE.
- Communities Alys, Seaside, Watercolor, and Watersound require you to be a homeowner or a guest staying on their property at the time. Rosemary requires you to rent through their rental company or pay a $500 day pass if renting through a different company.
Tips on Planning Your Session
We do, there are many different directions to take. The most important things to remember are no words on shirts, we really don't recommend dark clothing as it appears faded in the sun and stands out among the muted colors of the beach. Three quarter length sleeves are most flattering, sleeveless is not really recommended and finally, don't worry about matching shoes because everyone takes their shoes off in beach pictures! You can check out our Pinterest Board for more tips and ideas as well as this page with outfit ideas.
Our Pinterest Board has a lot of tutorials, tips and ideas for make up or we can recommend a local make up artist. We wrote an article about what to do with hair if it is windy that you can find here.
Our referrals have moved out of town so we do not have any one we specifically recommend at this time.
Our referrals have moved out of town so we do not have any one we specifically recommend at this time.
Special Requests
Amy loves fun edits and planned themed images!You can see a few examples of creative edits I have created for clients on this blog post.
Family Member With Autism
Caitie and Amy each have a son on the spectrum and Amy has taught self contained special education, is trained in ABA, and has been trained as a registered behavior technician. Give us a call, we will chat about how to make your child feel as comfortable as possible.
Hate Getting Your Picture Taken?
Knowing what you don't like about yourself we can do our best to help make you feel more comfortable and pose in a way that will lessen the issue. I do not like getting my picture taken either, as a matter of fact Caitie is the only one I trust to take my picture. I know I am not photogenic and I have come to terms with it. I still allow, even force myself at times, to get my picture taken. I know my friends and family know what I look like already, when they look at a picture of me they are not thinking 'oh, look at that chin! Look at her hair!". They're just thinking 'oh there's Amy, she looks so happy!". My best advice is to feel confident, even if you fake it. I have seen so many beautiful women look 'blah' in pictures because they were not confident and it shows. A true portrait should reflect your personality. When you think too hard about it you will be stiff and uncomfortable and it will show.
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Bookmark this page, text or email it to yourself, add it to your 'Notes'—whatever you need to do to keep track of it.
You’ll want to refer back to it often.
This page is packed with valuable information and tips to help you prepare for your session!
You’ll want to refer back to it often.
This page is packed with valuable information and tips to help you prepare for your session!
QUICKLINKS
QUESTIONS?
Contact us below or give us a call!
Amy Susi - 850.461.1972 Caitie Beth Nelson- 850-217-5500
Contact us below or give us a call!
Amy Susi - 850.461.1972 Caitie Beth Nelson- 850-217-5500
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