Professional St. Louis Baby Photography Studio Sessions

Pricing & Session Details

In response to Covid-19 / Cornavirus and for the health of my family and the families I serve, I am practicing social distance when conducting all photo sessions for the foreseeable future.

Maybe you’re like me and your desperately seeking some “normalcy”, but you are only willing to return to those things if you can do so mindfully.

I’ve given a great deal of consideration to exactly how I would be able to provide my services to you in the safest way possible during this time… after all, our kids don’t stop growing & changing and I know you want to freeze these moments, too!

So, what’s the answer as it applies to photography? I’ve adapted my offerings and, in working together, I’m confident we can create some amazing portraits for you to look back on fondly. I greatly appreciate your flexibility and look forward to seeing you – at a distance – soon!

Cathy

Custom Portrait Session

$640* +tax

An All-Inclusive Digital Package


Package Includes:

♥ ALL Images Presented
in your Online Gallery are Included!
 No need to choose favorites when
you love them all
😊
♥ Approx. 20-50 Professionally Edited,
High-Resolution Digital Portraits Files
in Color and Black & White
♥ Download Delivery in approx. 2-3 Weeks
♥  BONUS ~ No Print Minimums to Meet!
Order what you’d like through our
professional lab partner,

or print with the lab of your choice.


In The Little Perks:

♥ A Rush-Free Experience for the
Personal, Quality Service you Deserve!
NEVER a back-to-back session.
Average time spent with your family:
Newborns: 2-4 hours
All Other Sessions: 45min-1.5hrs
♥ Unlimited Outfit Changes
♥ Parents, Children/Siblings are
Welcome which Equals more Moments
Captured for You to Remember!
♥ 9+ Years of Experience
♥ Covid-Safety Minded: Photographer
masked always when indoors & uses a
longer lens to shoot at a distance when outdoors.
{Note: As of 12/20 until further notice,
all sessions to be held
outdoor only
due to rising Covid numbers.}


The Custom Portrait Session Experience

A beautiful mixture of both posed and authentic moments
that celebrate the special occasion you want to remember!

Custom portrait sessions are lightly staged & posed,
meaning I assist in identifying or setting up an
environment for your family or child to be
photographed in so that everything is “camera-ready”
and then I capture both posed and candid
photos in these locations.

Depending on your goals, I may bring equipment,
such as lighting and a backdrop, when indoors.
For newborns, I will supply wraps & accessories and
also love to further personalize your portraits by
incorporating items you have in your home or have
recently purchased for your new baby.

I will work with you to identify the goals you
have for your pictures (who/what the focus is),
incorporate special items or ideas you
might have, and add my creative touches
for a truly customized session!


Custom Portrait Sessions are Perfect for…

ANY type of photography you are seeking!
♥ Newborn Photos
♥ Family Photography
♥ Baby’s First Year Milestones
♥ Maternity Pictures
♥ Children’s Portraiture
♥ Event/Party Photography
♥ Holiday Portraits
♥ Senior Portraits


Location Choices:

♡ A “Studio Session” Indoors at Your Home
~ Yes, the Studio Comes to YOU
for a Truly Premium Experience! ~
{Note: As of 12/20 until further notice,
all sessions to be held outdoor only
due to rising Covid numbers.}
♡ Outdoors at Your Home: Patio, Garden, Porch
♡ Outdoors at a Recommended Location


Scheduling Options:

♡ If Outdoors: Morning or Evening
♡ If Indoors: Any Time around
Your Child’s Schedule

Refer a Friend Program
$25 Amazon Gift Card! 

After your friends’ pictures are captured,
we will e-mail you a $25 gift card as a way
of showing our gratitude!

Commonly Asked Questions…

What special steps will be taken to help prevent the spread of germs?

  • Limited-touch policy and a minimum of 6 feet between photographer & family when possible.
  • Photographer will wear a mask when at closer distances of around 6-8 feet, reserving the right to remove mask when at safer distances greater than 8-10 approx. feet in an effort to give verbal directions and help children to smile.
  • When indoors, photographer will wear mask at all times and sanitize hands frequently.
  • Props supplied by the photographer will be properly cleaned prior to being used.
  • If desired, smash cakes for birthday sessions to be supplied by family.
  • No back-to-back scheduling by photo studio which allows for proper sanitizing of gear, props, clothing, etc.
  • Families are required to sign a digital agreement at the time of booking stating they understand that all who will be photographed must be in good health two weeks leading up to and on the day of the session and that will notify photographer if anyone has ran/runs a fever, has a cough, or feels ill/off in any way and agrees to cancel if any apply. In addition, if you’ve been in contact with someone diagnosed with Covid-19 or if anyone you’ve been near has had covid-like symptoms in the past 14 days the session will also need to be rescheduled. The photographer also agrees to adhere to the same requirements.

Is it possible to “social distance” when having my photos taken?

Yes, I believe so! Location choice influences this, as well as the overall style of portraiture you choose (lifestyle, vs posed). 

For example, an outdoor session allows for the most distance between your family and your photographer and is likely the safest from a germ exchange perspective. If you are wanting to limit exposure the very most, I would recommend an outdoor session. If you are comfortable with some additional interaction but still want to be safe, having a “studio session” indoors at your home is likely still safer than traveling to an indoor public location, provided safe practices such as the photographer wearing a mask and sanitizing often are still in place.

In addition, with lifestyle portraiture, the photographer steps back and gives your family space to forget the camera is around and enjoy some moments interacting together. It’s less posed (your kids will love this, and it’s less stress for parents, too!) and more conducive to social distancing. This is in contrast with posed portraiture where the photographer is more directly involved in achieving the final look and it is often difficult, if not impossible, to add distance. For example, traditional newborn sessions often 3-4 hours and requires extremely close contact between the photographer and your family and your new baby.

How do I book a photo session?

To reserve a date for your family please contact me by phone at 941-309-7443 or e-mail at portraits@inthelittle.com to complete the online booking process, including completing a client agreement and submitting your session deposit to hold your date.

* SERVICE RADIUS // The session rate listed is based on our standard service area which is a radius of 18 miles from zipcode 34238 (approx – based on photographers actual address). Locations outside of this radius will be charged a travel fee of $14.00 per mile beyond the included 18. Please contact us with your address for an exact cost as it applies to where your session will take place.

PRICES & OPTIONS // Current as of 05/04/2020. Subject to change at anytime without prior notice, however, once your session deposit is remitted, you are locked into that particular price. Due to circumstances outside our control, new print product prices are applicable to everyone, including current clients and sessions previously booked. Sales tax rate of 7% applied to all services, digital files, & products purchased.


PRODUCT PRICING & PRINTING RIGHTS / Prints & fine art products available for purchase separately or you
may elect to print with the lab of your choosing using your rights-release certificate included with your download. We highly recommend printing through the studio as our professional lab partner is able to provide you with the best quality reproduction of your new portraits.

BOOKING & PAYMENT TERMS // A $150 deposit (that is then applied towards your package) is required within 3 days of being sent booking information, along with a completed agreement, to hold your date. If not remitted within the given time frame, that spot will be made available to other interested families for scheduling purposes. The remaining portion of your session package is due within the 7 day window that your gallery is open. The most popular way to pay is online using your credit or debit card via our online cart system. If for some reason you are unable to pay online, please let us know and we can provide details for paying by check. Please note that in either case, we will be unable to hold your date or process any portrait order until your payment has cleared.


TAX AND SHIPPING (WHEN APPLICABLE) // Package price(s) listed does not include sales tax or shipping fees (applicable to those who elect to purchase printed products); tax applies to all services and physical print products/artwork, in accordance with state law and will be added during checkout. The tax rate is 7%; the base shipping rate for gift sized prints is $13.45 for USPS Priority Mail and additional shipping fees also apply for larger artwork, such as canvas’, fine art mounted prints, and albums.


CANCELLATION & REFUND POLICY // We understand little ones get sick and life happens. Please contact us by phone if you have to reschedule last minute. While deposits, final session fees, products, upgrades, and shipping are non-refundable, it is our goal to make every effort to ensure you are satisfied with your experience. Please contact us within 7 days of your gallery delivery with any concerns.