Family Session Prep Guide

Studio Address+Directions

(If we're in the studio that is..)

My studio is located in Downtown Minot at 6 Main Street N., Suite 104. I am between the Taube Museum and the 10 N Main restaurant. Please try not to arrive more than 5 minutes early, as families before you need time to leave and I need time to clean & prep between appointments.

What to Bring {Depending on age}

+Extra diapers and wipes. 'Cause things always happen on Picture Day!

+Clean snacks for little ones - puffs, goldfish, pretzels, fruit snacks - avoid chocolate.

+Any props (heirloom items, outfits) we've discussed & are planning to use in the session.

+Water for yourself & children to drink.

+A well-stocked diaper bag for normal day out of the house.

+If you're traveling from out of town, you may bring your clothing/shirts & change here.

Wrinkles are easier to manage this way.

+Payment - I accept cash or checks. Keep in mind if you bring cash- I am not always able to make change.

+Feel free to ask any questions!

What to Wear - Some Visual Inspo Below..

I am a firm believer that these are your family memories and should reflect that. I have more of a short list of things that photograph well vs things that don't.

Do choose neutrals- cream, gray, tan, black.

Do choose coordinating colors.

Coordinating colors do not have to match. They compliment each other.

Don't wear neon colors.

Don't wear graphics (skateboards, cartoons characters, big logos)

Don't mix more than 2 plaids.

Limit pinstripes and pin drops.

Textures work well!

FOR LITTLES- wearing a dress, please bring a diaper cover. Diapers are not pretty and can be hard to "fix" in editing.

Prepping the Family

In the days before - use chapstick and lotion to remedy dry/chapped lips and skin.

Night before - Remove or apply nail polishes as desired.

Clean & clip nails - check toes on littles.

Do not drink any punches or juices that stain lips, teeth & mouth before the session.

Payment

Balances are due at the time of the session. You may bring cash or check to the session- I am not usually able to make change. I also accept Zelle or payment through our original booking link.

Additional Reminders!

+Adding parents, siblings, other family members without discussing it prior to the session will incur a fee.

++Illness Policies++

If anyone in your party is ill with a fever, vomiting, diarrhea, coughing, rash or are otherwise contagious, please reach out to reschedule.

Even if it happens to be the morning of the session. We will gladly reschedule rather than risk exposure. I serve Newborns, Elderly, cancer patients and otherwise immunocompromised people and will not risk exposing them to something they can not fight off. If any client arrives to a session ill, I reserve the right to send them away without holding their session.

We are excited to see you!

Please reach out with any questions or concerns.