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What to Expect at Your Photo Session With Me

“Blessed is he who expects nothing, for he shall never be disappointed.” 

― Alexander Pope


It can be nerve-wracking to book a photo session - I get it!  I've been there too.  It's an investment of your time and money, both of which are very precious to you.

The thing is, I want you to be as excited about our appointment as I am!  I'm not the right photographer for every client; that's OK.  While you've been able to read a little bit about me on my "about" page, I'm sure you are thinking... "what am I really getting into with Kelley????"  Hmm....well, let's see!

Overall, I have 3 rules:
  1. Have fun.
  2. Have more fun.
  3. See rules 1 & 2.
Seriously though, I love photography!  I have had a "serious" career that burned me out primarily because it wasn't fun.  And after some soul searching, I realized that I had an opportunity with a lifetime hobby that could inject fun back into my daily life.

I am a mom of two quickly growing girls, but my love of photography started in high school way before I was a mom.  I was *that* friend who always needed a picture of everyone and every moment to cherish forever.  

I lost that passion while I focused on my career after college, but after becoming a mom, the passion was re-ignited!  I've taken tens of thousands of pictures of my girls in just a few short years of their lives.  I have a compulsion to capture every little moment.  

And, I started my photography studio in order to help you capture your special moments.

Read on for more details by type of photography that I shoot.

Portraits


I love shooting candid and posed-shots-that-don't-look-posed photos.  I love genuine belly laughs that leave your cheeks aching for hours!  So, if you are looking for traditionally posted photos, I'm not your girl (and that's OK!!!).   


I find that every session is unique, but generally, the types of pictures I try to capture include:


* group (with movement and also stationary)


* individual shots


* subgroups (kids without adults, adults without kids, pets without humans, etc)


* kids/pets with select adults (eg., kids with Mom, kids with Dad)


* candid group shots


* poses/configurations you request not yet covered


For candid group shots, these generally involve family rituals, games and even inside family jokes!  


Events


My only rule for your event is...

JUST. HAVE. FUN.


I will ask for a copy of any scheduled happenings during your event (cake cutting, toast, etc.) so I can be in the right place at the right time! Then, I will circulate through the event venue to discreetly take pictures of you and your guests.


If you choose, I can set up an area for an individual, couples or group photos - think high school formal dances.  I can also set up a fun photo booth style area for your guests to express themselves!


I will try, but can't guarantee, to take pictures of every guest in attendance.



Afterward 

Within 1 week after your shoot, your digital files will be transferred, backed-up, and edited for display in your private online gallery.  You will receive instructions by e-mail on how to access your private online gallery as soon as it is ready.

From your private online gallery, you will have an opportunity for an additional cost to select the photos you wish to have printed in the format and size that fit your needs.  

For the digital photos (JPG format) included in your photo session fee, we will deliver these files to you on your choice of digital download, a CD or a USB flash drive within 7-10 calendar days.  

All digital files are provided to you with a personal print release from Broken Road Images. 



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My mission with photography is to capture the moments of your life: belly laughs, smiles, excited faces, hugs, tears of joy, and loving glances.  Let's have some fun!  Click on the button below to schedule your photo shoot with me.  It's quick and easy!

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Location: Fairlawn, OH 44333, USA

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