Session Premiere Slideshow Preview | Ashton, WV Photographer

Today, I want to share something special with you all.

Last week, I blogged about my brand new baby nephew.  This week I was able to wrap up his newborn session, and was able to implement - for the first time! - a brand new feature of the Heather Harris Photography experience.

Part of your personalized Session Premiere experience with Heather Harris Photography includes a custom designed, one of a kind slideshow featuring your session images.  I am so, so excited to be offering this service to my clients!  The design and premiere of the slideshow on your home television is included in every Session Premiere, and slideshows are available for purchase on DVD, either as part of a Premiere Night Collection, or a la carte!

Want to see what the fuss is all about?  Let me introduce you to baby Gavin all over again:





As a new aunt, I know I'm biased, but isn't that the most precious thing ever?

I want every one of my clients to have this special keepsake for themselves, and to LOVE everything the new Heather Harris Photography portrait experience has to offer.  Doesn't that sound fabulous?  I sure think so!

The New Experience: The Session Premiere | Huntington, WV Family Photographer

This post is the second in a series of post on new changes to Heather Harris Photography.  You can find the first post here.  



The Session

It goes without saying that your session is going to be awesome!  When we meet, we'll ease into the photography.  We'll hang out for a moment, get comfortable with each other.  And then the fun starts!  Sessions typically last around seventy minutes or so, but there is never a time limit.  I am committed to providing you with a full compliment of images, and if that means taking a little extra time, then I am okay with that.  We all know that working with kids is highly unpredictable at best, and sometimes it takes a little extra coaxing for little ones to be comfortable in front of the camera.

 

The Session Premiere

Imagine this: you sink down onto a comfy sofa in your home, a delicious cupcake in hand, while the final images from your portrait session reveal themselves one by one in high definition as part of a custom designed slideshow.  Doesn't that sound amazing?  Doesn't that sound so much better than viewing your images in a boring old web gallery? 

You are going to LOVE your Session Premiere!  On premiere night, my clients are pampered and treated to the very best, and I love every minute of it.  From the custom designed slideshow to the amazingly delicious dessert (Yes, that's right - I bring dessert!), the Session Premiere is all about celebrating you and your family! 

Premiere night is also your opportunity to enjoy specials deals and discounts not available at any other time.  Portrait Collections, which are designed to include all of the "must haves" that every portrait client is dying to get their hand on, are only available on premiere night and at huge savings.  Premiere prices on A la Carte pieces are also discounted by 25% over regular retail prices, making the Session Premiere your way to save BIG on all the fantastic image keepsakes you want for your family.

In addition, I will be on hand to personally assist you in selecting imagery and products for your home!  Not sure which great portrait of your kids would look best over the sofa?  Not to worry, I can help with that! When I photograph a family, I don't want those images sitting on a DVD, never to see the light of day.  I want to help you get those great photos up on the walls where they're going to make you smile every time you walk into the room. 


Seriously, I can't wait to show you first hand how fabulous the new Session Premiere is!!  Next week,  I'll wrap up this short series by outlining the new Portrait Collections and the new session fee.  I just know you're going to love it!! 

The New Experience: Before Your Session | Huntington, WV Family Photographer

As promised, this is the first post in a small series designed to highlight some of the exciting things that are unfolding here at Heather Harris Photography. 

One of my top goals as a photographer and business owner, along with producing gorgeous imagery for my clients, is always to make sure that every client has a wonderful experience.  I want all of my clients to look forward to their portrait sessions with happiness and excitement, not dread them as another thing to cross off the to-do list.  Photography, visually capturing the story of your life, should be filled with many emotions.  Dread, boredom, or annoyance should never be one of them! 

With that - and my busy clients - in mind, I've redesigned my session experience into something so much more fabulous and exciting.  Here's how it all begins:

Pre-Session Consultation

Before you book your session, we'll have a great chat about your photography needs and expectations.  We'll powwow any way you feel comfortable - by phone, e-mail, or in person at your home or a local bakery/coffee shop.  I'll take some time to get to know you, we'll talk about the kind of portraits you envision, what your family likes, even your favorite colors!  The pre-session consultation is a joint effort to design the perfect portrait location, poses, even wardrobe!  And I will answer any and all questions you have, and even some you haven't thought of yet! 

Some things to think about before your consultation are:

- Your decorating style.  We definitely don't want your portraits to look out of place in your home.   

- Your family's style.  If you're a super casual family and everyone shows up dressed to the nines, it can be difficult to get comfortable! 

- Locations that mean something to you, or illustrate part of your family's story.

- Special props or mementos to include in your session.

The Welcome Packet

Once you've booked your session, I'm going to send a welcome packet off to you that includes everything you need to prepare for your upcoming session.  Portrait contract and model release, a style guide to help you choose your picture day wardrobe, a preview of the exciting keepsakes we'll create together using your images, and a few more fun surprises....it's all going to be in there!  The welcome packet is designed to make your preparation effortless, but if you still find yourself with unanswered questions, that's okay!  I'm always a Facebook message, phone call, or text away with a quick answer!

I really believe that the secret to a successful portrait session is all in the planning and preparation!  The few short hours in front of the camera lens turn into something absolutely magical when concrete plans come together seamlessly to tell your family story.  

Coming up next week: new and exciting changes to your portrait session, including the new Session Premiere!