I thought I would have so many more photos of Louisa as a baby than the boys since I wasn’t a photographer when I had them. But it seems to be the other way around. I have a lot of pictures of them, but with her I have very little time to pick up my camera. I’m either on the couch feeding her or tending to my boys. So today while Benjamin was at preschool and Gilbert was listening to nursery songs on youtube I grabbed my camera. I wanted to be in the photos some how so I just sat by the window and put her in my lap. I have a lot of favorites but these are my favorite five. I’m just going to try to do this from time to time. Ten minutes and I can capture all those details that I often forget. The drool sliding down her chin, her big glass eyes, fingernails that need a trim, that sweet smile and the way she grips my finger…all things I want to freeze in time.
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Sliding Scale Guidelines
you will have the option to choose between Low Budget and Regular. For this model to work you need to be honest with yourself and your financial situation. But while I ask you to consider these factors, please don’t stress about them. Pay what feels right. I will not ask questions or quiz you on your payment choices
Consider paying less on the scale if you:
- are a person who experiences discrimination due to systematic oppression
- have medical expenses not covered by insurance.
- are eligible for public assistance
- are an unpaid community organizer
- are supporting children, family members in need or have other dependents
- are an elder with limited financial support
Consider paying more on the scale if you:
- own the home you live in
- have investments, retirement accounts, or inherited money
- travel recreationally
- have access to family money and resources in times of need
- work part-time by choice
- have a relatively high degree of earning power due to level of education, gender privilege, racial privilege, class background, etc. Even if you are not currently exercising your earning power, I ask you to recognize this as a choice.
If you would like to share these thoughts please feel free to do so. You can use the visual and also share my words. I only ask that you give credit as I do. My words were inspired by Alexis J. Cunningfolk, Meghan Gilmore, Claire Louise Travers, Ride Free: Fearless Money, Margeaux Feldman. Andrea Vollgas
Package OPTIONS
With The Sliding Scale
As you are browsing my pricing options, keep in mind that I also offer a sliding scale to those whose life circumstances make it difficult to afford a photo session. Each package offers a SLIDING SCALE.
Please see link for more information about sliding scale and Film pricing.
Portrait Session #1
Starting at $225-$375
This session includes families, seniors, couples and individual portraits.
This does NOT include newborn sessions.
✓ 30 minute Session
✓ Viewing Gallery
✓ 10 images of your choice
✓ option of purchasing additional digitals or prints
✓ Session Location is held in Tacoma, WA
Portrait Session #2
Starting at $450- $675
This session includes families, seniors, couples and individual portraits, as well as newborn sessions.
✓ 60 minute session
✓ Viewing Gallery
✓ 20 images of your choice
✓ Option of Purchasing Additional Digital images
and/or prints
PORTRAIT SESSION #3
Starting at $700-$975
This session includes families, seniors, couples and individual portraits, as well as newborn sessions.
✓ 60-90 minute
✓ viewing Gallery
✓ Entire Digital Gallery
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✓ option of purchasing prints
✓ option of adding on a one minute family film for additonal $200.
FILM Package OPTIONS
WITH THE SLIDING SCALE
Because we live in a world that doesn't offer equal opportunity for everyone I want to offer choices to those who may not have the means to purchase a photo session and pay the rent. Each package offers a SLIDING SCALE. Please see above me for guidelines.
Keepsake Film
Starting at $600-$750
Keepsake Sessions capture one memory and/or activity spent with your family.
✓ 60 minute Session
✓ 2-2 1/2 minute film
✓ 5 digital images
✓ option of purchasing additional digitals or prints
✓ location of your choice in Pierce Count only
Storyingtelling Film
Starting at $1,200-$1,800
This session is like a day in the life, capturing the rhythms and flow of your family
✓ 3-4 hour session
✓ 5-6 minute film
✓ 15 images (+a family portrait)
✓ One phone call to discuss logistics and details
✓ If are interest in a session outside of western Washington please contact me directly.
Branding Film
Starting at $850-1,200
This session is to help you tell the story about you and your business.
✓ 60-90 minute Session
✓ Planning Phone Call
✓ 1-2 1/2 minute film
✓ 3 digital images
✓ Location within Pierce county
✓ Option for an extended session at cost
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photography & filmsEmily Hogan
So glad we got to meet her today, such a little angel!