What should I expect when I book a photo session with Heidi Timmons Photography?
When booking with Heidi Timmons Photography, you can expect a one of a kind session that captures you and your family with both posed and lifestyle images. Either in your home or on location, we will work together to capture the beauty of your family’s personality.
Is there a deposit to secure my session?
Yes, I do require a 30% retainer and that can be paid via an online invoice. This retainer fee is applied to your full session amount and is non-refundable. If there is an emergency or sickness please stay in communication with me and we can reschedule. I allow one reschedule at no-charge with 48 hours notice. Should you need to reschedule your session a second time, a $40 fee will apply.
When is the rest of my payment due?
The remainder of the session fee is due two weeks prior to your session. The remaining payment invoice will be sent out to you via an online invoice.
What if the weather doesn’t cooperate?
If we get rained out we will always reschedule for the next best date that works for both of us. We are in Oregon, so we will shoot in most any weather…other than a downpour. Overcast days are great, sunny days are great. The rain, extreme heat, illness, injury and family emergency are the only reasons I reschedule.
Will I receive all of the images from our photo session?
It depends on what package you decide to book. Some offer a set number of digitals and some offer all the best images taken from the session. Images are hand edited in custom color and custom black and white and delivered to you via an online gallery. I take a lot of photos during our time together. After our session I go through the images and curate the best session possible for you!
When will I get my photos? How will I receive them? In what form?
Typical turn around time of a portrait session is about 3 to 4 weeks. During the busy season it can be up to 6 weeks. You also have the option to purchase premium delivery which gives you your session images within 7 days.
Can I have more than one outfit?
A full session, classic session, story telling session or a senior portrait session allows for an outfit change. If you book a mini session, no outfit changes are allowed.
Can we do more than one location?
Absolutely, I love giving variety. However, there will be a $25.00 relocation fee. And the location must be within 10 miles of the first location.
What do I wear during a session?
This is the most frequently asked question that I get! I suggest checking out this blog post and scrolling through past blog entries for multiple Outfit Inspiration blog posts complete with shopping links. My aesthetic as your photographer is flowy dresses that catch the light and wind, I love textures and layers. Choosing outfits is such an important part of a session since photos are aesthetic. I highly encourage you to send me photos of what you are wearing and I am happy to help you choose an outfit. We can facetime or I can come over and help you if we live locally.
What kinds of props do you provide?
I provide minimal props for your session. Usually it's a quilt or blanket that compliments your outfits and sometimes a small crate or chair if I feel like it might be right for your session. If you want a more stylized session, please just ask. I have many styled setups available to my clients, you can find examples posted on social media.
Do you charge travel fees?
Anything within a 45 minute drive from St. Helens, Oregon is included in your session fee. Anything beyond that distance will need to be discussed in person and a personalized travel fee quote will be given.
How should I prepare my family/kids for a session with Heidi Timmons Photography?
It is my hope that your photo session with me is an enjoyable experience for everyone involved!
I've put together a list of tips for a great session, check out this blog post for more info!
I'm worried that my child(ren) won't behave for a session. What do we do?
I am a mom. Trust me when I tell you that I know what it's like when your child goes rogue at a session, because mine have done it. But also trust that I have a lot of experience and tricks up my sleeve should this happen.
How long have you been in business?
I started my business in 2010. And I am so proud to be a woman in business so many years later. I am so blessed by all of you who choose me!
What do you primarily photograph?
I mainly photograph families and tell their stories. I love it so, so much. I also photograph babies and senior portraits.
Do I have to order prints and product from you?
Nope, but I highly encourage you to order professional quality product. You've made an investment in getting a great quality session, keep it going with great quality products. I have a print store through your gallery that gives you access to professional prints at a discounted price. I really want you to order professional prints after our session. I can't guarantee quality when you use places like Walgreens, Costco, or Walmart to print.
A little about me
I am the wife to a really wonderful and handsome man and blessed to be called mama by two amazing girls, Ada and Clarke. I want you to know how grateful I am to have this opportunity to work with you and to capture you and your loved ones. This is my only job and I don’t take my work or performance lightly. I work diligently to make this a one of a kind experience. I truly understand this is an investment and I want you to love and cherish it forever. I am constantly upgrading my equipment, taking online workshop courses, and trying to better myself so that you get the best quality of work from me. Our time together is important and means the world to me that you chose me. I really look forward to creating something beautiful with you.
