faq
What do I wear?
Something comfortable and that feels most like you. I ask every client to wear clothing that is logo/brand free, so not to draw attention away from you.
Free flowing and organic fabrics are fantastic. Those that don't cling to you and are long are ideal for women. Neutral colours such as beige, brown, earthy green, sea blue or white, and pastels work well.
We will have consultations over phone/email about this and if you cant’t find anything suitable we have items available in smaller sizes for babies, children and women.
For more inspiration on what to wear please visit our Pinterest inspiration board: Pinterest Client Inspiration - What to Wear
Portraits- How does it work?
Choose your Collection/ Session(s)
Session Planning
Meet for Session(s) (1.hrs-3.5hrs)
Receive Online Gallery Link
Choose your Digital File Collection
Debrief, and Photo Product Ordering Session with Georgia.
How do I receive my photos?
You will receive a digital link to your image gallery via email or any other means that I may communicate to you. From here you will be able to purchase digital files, purchase photo products and albums from our Fine Art supplier, comment and request further editing of images.
You can share and download the images of your choosing on multiple devices, and with multiple family/friend users.
Your galleries will be available online for 1 year. After this time the Photographer will keep your images safely on hard-drives if you would like further access in years to come.
Where do my session(s) take place?
We like to work outdoors so where possible you will be surrounded by nature. The rest is up to you! We ask our clients to choose from one of our many locations. If you do not have any requests the following is a selection of ideas:
- Lake
- Mountain Ranges
- Grassy Meadow
- Forrest
- Seasonal (Blosssoms/Autumn leaves/Lavender/Lupins)
- Milford Sound
The choices are endless with our beautiful NZ landscapes!
Our indoor home studio sessions are mainly for Newborn Photography, Boudoir, and families with young children.
If you would prefer an indoor session or a session in your own home, we can cater to this too.
How many images will I receive?
The number of digitals Images available for Portraits are:
50 Images
100 Images
Entire Gallery (as many as we are able to edit - minimum 150 - 300+)
The number of digitals Images available for Weddings are:
250 Images
500 Images
Full Gallery (as many available - minimum 1000+)
For Collection pricing information:
Do I receive copyright?
No - this is standard in Photography Contracts. If you are worried about your privacy we are happy to accomodate a custom package to meet your needs with certain usage restrictions.
How long will the session take?
It depends what you have booked. Portrait Collections including: Engagement, Boudoir and Family, Branding and Pre-Weddings take from 1.5hrs to 2.5hours. Newborns take longer with the added time being for feeds and comforting baby up to 3.5hours
Wedding Collection time is stated in the collection you choose.
What do I need to bring with me?
Yourselves, your personalities and joy and of course a smile. If you have a furry family member you can't leave at home, he or she is more than welcome! I am a Veterinary Nurse and adore working with animals. If you have special items you would like to include in your shoot please let me know and feel free to bring these along. Maternity and newborn shoots commonly have alternative items such as Scan photos, and special blankets etc.
How long does it take to receive my images?
All Portraiture (Family, Engagement, Boudoir, Maternity and Newborn) images will take approximately 2-3 weeks.
Wedding galleries will be delivered approximately 60 days from the date of your wedding.
A Sneak peek of our favourite images will be delivered 3-7 business days after your session.
Why do you still use film photography?
Nothing beats the colours, whites and highlights of film photography- Skin tones are glorious, without the high tech imperfections are non existent. Images have more flow and movement in them - They are more timeless.
If we could, We would photograph only with Film- and our challenge is ensuring the digitals look more like film. For now Film is included in most of our Collections.
I am forced to slow down and be more intentional while witnessing your moments and capture only the most perfect moments with it.
Do you travel?
Yes! We are happy to do destination shoots anywhere in the world. Talk with me about putting together a bespoke package to meet your requirements.
What time of day do you hold sessions?
We work with the best natural light to give you the best results. This is called the Photographers 'Golden Hour' and is the first hour after sunrise or two hours before sunset. We will find a time that works best for you if these times don’t suit the little ones.
Click Here to view Golden Hour Timing for our seasons in Queenstown/Cromwell/Wanaka
We are on location weekdays and weekends during the golden hours.
What Camera's do you use?
A range of Canon's top of the line Digital Cameras with prime & Zoom lenses, and Medium Format Film Camera’s.
What are your office hours?
Tuesdays & Thursdays & Fridays 10am - 2pm NZT
Outside these hours we are on location with sessions.
All initial inquiries will have a response within 1 NZ business day. Please check you spam folder if you have not heard from us.
Do you include a second Photographer?
No, you can add one on to your Collection for an additional sum of $500
Do you offer Hair & Makeup?
We offer make up touch up’s - for this you will need to bring your own foundation. The Dyson Airwrap is used to curl women’s hair before sessions. This is included in the price of all of our sessions.
We are not makeup artists nor Hairdressers so have local recommendations for these. We also suggest you get your nails/spray tan done for your session(s) also.