So here's what's up. I have been wanting to eventually open up my own photography biz. It's a while off though- I want to take some more classes, get some more experience, that sort of thing. In the mean time, I have been getting a lot of requests for family pictures, couple pictures, baby pictures etc. which I have been loving! Since they are starting to add up a bit, I have decided to start charging a little and offering my services to whoever is interested. My style is natural, casual, classic shots with a modern twist. Although not all shots are candid, I like for them to look that way. I use natural light and settings that are comfortable for you and your child weather that is a playground, a park, or their own bedroom or living room. Black or white back drops only if you want back drops.
Cost/ What you get for the money:
45 bucks for one kid, one hour.
Couples, 45 bucks, one hour.
Senior Pictures, 65 bucks, one and a half hours.- Senior picture season is now!!!
2-3 kids, 65 bucks, one and a half hours.
Family pictures- 75 bucks, plus some individual shots, about 1 and 1/2. Add a little for big families.
You get a CD with the best shots all photoshoped (zits removed, colors brightened, black and white, cropped, all that). I won't charge for prints. Get as many as you want, they're yours. When you take in to account how much they charge you for a stupid 5x7 at JC Penny's, this is a pretty sweet deal. On that note, these prices will not stay this way for too long, just enough to get my feet wet. Prices are also specifically for friends, ward members, etc. If you don't know me personally, I would add 15 bucks to the prices listed, just because I would probably need some extra time getting to know your kid before I get all up in their face with my camera. =)Also, if you hate all your pictures, I will either refund your sitting fee or reshoot. I really hope that doesn't happen though! It hasn't so far. =) My prices are flexible- if you need more time, less time, special situation, talk to me, we will work something out.
I am currently in Farmington and I am willing to travel within Davis and Utah County for no cost. Otherwise, you can come to me or pay my gas. On that note I WILL BE IN ORANGE COUNTY NEXT WEEK. If any California people want pictures, I will be available from Sunday to Thursday. Give me a holler.
E-mail me or leave me a comment!
jesslkettle@yahoo.com
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P.S. If I have already arranged a free session with you, obviously it is still free!
P.P.S. I am working on opening a photography blog, but in the mean time, If you want to see my work, you'll have to scroll through my old posts! Sorry!
P.P.P.S. If I am totally off base here, let me know. I can take it. In fact, I really need honest feed back concerning the whole matter! I'm feeling a little self conscious about the new venture.
Jessica, you better not get behind on blogging again, that was a lot to take it! :) So maybe we can get some cute pictures of Daphne (1 month old picts) when you come! My mom would love of photo of her on her wall. Can't wait to see you!!
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ReplyDeletei think it's a great idea, and why not charge a little! I mean it is time away from other things you could be doing and i don't think it's asking too much if i were closer I'd get you to do pictures for us! It would be great. I'm sorry if it seems i haven't commented a bunch i check everyday for new posts and up till today there were no new ones since "noisy boy" and now all the sudden it's showing ones from last week! crazy blog. Max is adorable and it looks like you guys have been having fun hanging around and then with your folks!
Wowza! That was a lot of info, but I loved it. I totally think you should charge for your pictures. YOu are awesome. I wish I can be as good as you. I wish I had the time to take some classes.
ReplyDeleteI am so excited to see you.
Ok so, when you are in two next week, do you want to take some pics of Kasen?
ReplyDeleteI think this is such a GREAT idea....your pictures are amazing... I would hire you in a heartbeat! (I believe I told you that I wish you could have done our wedding!!) This is very exciting you big bad photographer you!! (that is what I say to the little girl I work with to get her pumped up!!) but seriously, you are very talented...
ReplyDeleteyou are TOTALLY off base and i am embarrassed for you. SIKE. i love your work with a camera. you must do the Smith family. how is everything? how is your house coming along? max is the cutest. you guys look so happy. next time you are in seattle, can we go antiquing? i am dying to go!
ReplyDeleteJessica, you are amazingly talented. Your pictures are always fresh and beautiful. I'll let you know if and when we're headed out to UT--I'd love to take advantage of your talent. Your parents look great--your dad looks relaxed (must be his post-Bishop look) and your mom looks as beautiful as ever. Please tell them I said "hello".
ReplyDeleteGo photo girl! Lovin it. Call us when you get here! Can't wait!
ReplyDeletedang it! Why don't i live in Rexburg anymore!!!! I would kill (ok maybe not a person but certainly a bug or small rodent) to have you take some shots of my wee ones!!! Guess i'll just have to endure seeing everyone else's gorgeous photos until magically we both show up in Seattle at the same time:)
ReplyDeleteWay to go Jessica. Your very brave. I don't know if I would dare to do it. I would be too afraid of messing up! :) Your pictures are great though and I know that won't happen to you!
ReplyDeleteWhat classes are you thinking of taking? Have you taken any before? I have been wondering if I should do that...