Fine Art Portraits
too cool for school
I WANT TO HIGHLIGHT THE AWESOMENESS THAT IS YOUR CHILD
One of my favorite things about taking photographs of children is that they wear their emotions front and center. The slightest change in thought or reaction radiates from the arch of their eye brows to the smirk in their smile.
As a parent, I want to remember each of these expressions as my child gets older. I don’t want the fake “cheese” smile. I want their belly laugh expression; their contemplative assessment of what is happening; their serious stare that bores through your soul.
ALL THE DETAILS
Who: Best for children ages 6 months to 18 years.
What: 5 minute portrait session per child with a black or gray backdrop. For sibling sets, book adjoining time slots- 1 per child. I will photograph the children together at the end.
When: 4/20/24, 9-10am & 4/26/24, 4:30-5:30pm, BOOKING BEGINS 3/29/24
Where: The garage of a private residence in Desert Ridge area (address disclosed upon booking)
Cost: $150 (+tax) per child (non-refundable)
Includes: Digital images for download. The gallery will include at least five digital images per child, in both color and black/white, to choose from. Prints will be available for purchase.
DON’T JUST TAKE IT FROM ME:
“Book this! Don’t overthink it. Just do it! You will be soooo happy to have these special memories. Jocelyn has a special talent of really bringing out the unique character of each kiddo she photographs. I do this every year and it’s a treasured way to watch my baby growing (and makes fantastic presents for the grandparents).”
-A very happy mama
What Should We Expect?
I want to capture your child's personality in all it's glory. I will likely play games, talk/sing to them, and make funny noises to engage with them. I will never ask them to say "cheese" because I want to get their true smiles. I have children's music on hand as well. I go with the flow of the child and their mood. If you have a little one that needs you, I will have them sit on your lap while I take their picture. If he/she needs a break or isn’t ready, that’s okay too. Your child's comfort is very important to me.
Is 5 Minutes Long Enough?
Most people wonder if five minutes is enough to capture your child and the truth is that it really is. Most children warm up pretty quickly and are incredibly expressive when they are talking. I photograph daycares and schools and am experienced at getting the shot in a short time period.
What about siblings?
Schedule your children in back to back slots. At the end, I do my best to get a picture with them together.
95% of the time it works without problem, but if your children are just not having it, I honestly do not push it because the comfort of your children is important to me.
What should my child wear?
Photos are taken from the waist up. Make sure that the child's outfit fits him/her well so that the top of their shirt or dress is not bunching up around their ears.
I am providing the option of a black or gray backdrop and pictures will be provided in both black/white and color options to choose from. I would steer away from navy or black if you want a black backdrop so that your child's outfit does not blend in with the background.
I will have wipes on hand to wipe noses or snack debris. I can edit small scratches or marks if you choose to purchase retouching, but I do not edit out nail polish colors or fake tattoos.
