What to Expect at Your HWP Session     

Expect to feel comfortable • to have fun • to capture photojournalistic-style photos that reflect your family's essence  • me to give your children M&Ms (with your permission of course!)

Don't expect to be asked to say "cheese" (unless it's the only way to get you to smile; I'm not above doing anything to get a laugh!) • to stand in stiff, uncomfortable poses • me to stop taking pictures when your session time is up -- sometimes it's those last moments  when no one knows I'm still shooting...

How You Can Help Me Get the Most From Your Session

• Prepare for the session by carefully planning wardrobe, hair and makeup (specifically for seniors and headshots), timing of naps, meals, etc. Please ask any questions you have ahead of time; there are never too many questions!
  
• Allow me to do most of the direction. For example, please don't tell your child where to stand, where to walk, when to smile, etc. Most of the session will be spent documenting your family's natural interaction. If direction is needed, I will carefully choose my words and when to interject a bit of instruction. The best moments happen on their own.
• Please don't get upset if your plan doesn't come to fruition... We will get beautiful images no matter what, so if the sun isn't setting exactly as you envisioned or your child isn't sitting on a big boulder on the beach like an angel, let it go and enjoy what IS happening!
• Most importantly -- Enjoy your time in front of the camera. If you are relaxed and having fun, it will inevitably show in your images!