What to wear & pricing guide

Now you’ve booked your session time, it’s time to start thinking about what you will wear.

Wear something you love
Pick something you feel good in and that's comfortable. You'll be sitting on the floor, cuddling your dog, possibly getting climbed on. This isn't the session for anything stiff or fussy. If you wouldn't wear it to the park with your dog, leave it in the wardrobe.

Think about your dog's coat
This is the big one that most people don't think about. If your dog is a white fluff ball, head-to-toe black is going to show every single hair. If your dog is dark, a pale outfit will do the same. You don't need to match your dog, but think about what's going to look good next to them. Earthy tones, soft neutrals, denim and muted colours tend to work well with most coat colours.

Keep it simple
Avoid big logos, busy patterns and anything with slogans across the front. Small logos on pockets are fine. The simpler your outfit, the more the focus stays on you and your dog, which is the whole point.

Layers work well
A nice knit, a jacket you can take on and off, a scarf. Layers give me options during the session and they photograph beautifully. They also help if your dog is a leaner or a paw-placer and you want to switch things up between setups.

Bare feet is best
I recommend bare feet for studio sessions. It keeps everything relaxed and natural, and you don't need to stress about finding the right shoes.

Sort it early
Get your outfit sorted a few days before your session so you're not scrambling on the morning. Try it on, sit on the floor in it, check it in the mirror. If you love it and you can move in it, you're good.

The colour palettes below can give you a starting point.

What happens after your session:

• After your session, I know you'll be dying to see the results. Trust me, the wait is worth it.

• At the end of your session I'll book your ordering session, usually about a week later. Ordering sessions run on Tuesdays and Fridays between 9am and 5pm. If you're coming from a distance and you've booked a weekday session, I can arrange your ordering session for the same day.

• This is the best part. You get to see your images for the first time and they always look better than you expect. Allow about an hour to view everything and work out your order.

• If your partner or family members want to be involved in choosing portraits, make sure they come along. All decision makers need to be at the ordering session. If you'd like a follow-up appointment to finalise anything, that's fine, but a $100 studio fee may apply.

• Your order will be ready within three weeks (slightly longer for albums).

• I'll be in touch as soon as your artwork arrives to arrange pickup.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to place my order at the time of the portrait viewing?
Yes. This is when I walk you through your images and help you work out what will look best in your home, so all decision makers need to be there.

Can I get a USB of the images?
I specialise in wall art and personalised coffee table books, but I do offer digital files for purchase as well.

How long do orders take to complete?
Around three weeks. Slightly longer for albums.

Is it possible to do a payment plan for my purchase?
Yes. I offer payment plans for orders over $500 at no extra cost. No credit checks required. I'll chat through the options with you at your ordering session.

Do you take credit cards?
Yes, all credit cards including AMEX.

Can I order photographs at a later date?
Of course. Just keep in mind that I only hold your files for 28 days after your session, so don't leave it too long.

Printed memories

Prints                                     Fully finished
gift $145
small $395
medium $595
large $995

Storyboard Framed
3 images storyboard $995
4 images storyboard $1495

Coffee table books
20 images $1595
all the images from your session $1995

Digital files:
5 files for $895
10 files for $1295
20 files for $1695
all the files $2195

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