Frequently Asked Questions
How do I book my session? YAY!! I can't wait to work with you! Start by filling out the contact form - or email me directly - hellobeautifulbymelissa@gmail.com to see if I have a date available that works for you. (For my wedding couples - we can then arrange a time to meet or talk on the phone to go over the details of your special day and any questions you may have!) Then, I'll send you a contract and invoice for your non-refundable retainer fee ($500 for weddings, $100 for all other portrait sessions). Once these two steps are completed, your session date is secured. The remaining balance is due (one month prior to your wedding - or one week prior to all other portrait sessions)
When will I receive my images back? You can expect your full wedding gallery back within 8 weeks (usually sooner - depending on the amount of weddings that month). You will receive access to your full wedding gallery, beautifully curated online, ready to view, share, download from your phone, tablet or computer, whenever you like. You can order prints from my professional lab or from wherever you choose!
I will post a sneak peak the day after your wedding and a blog post with some of the highlights usually within 10 days of your wedding to give you something to swoon over while you wait for your gallery! :)
You can expect your portrait session gallery to be delivered within 3 weeks of your session. I'll post a sneak peak or two the day after your session!
I put a lot of time and love into each and every image! I make sure the edits on your images are consistent throughout your entire gallery.
How do I receive my images? Sessions are delivered and showcased through a beautiful, high resolution, downloadable, online gallery. It's perfect for sharing with family and friends who might not live close by. It's very convenient to download to your computer and phone. I recommend downloading full large galleries to your computer or a usb drive - as the print quality images are large file sizes and will require probably more space than most phones can accommodate.