FAQ
the Portrait experience Frequently Asked Questions
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It’s whatever you want! Curated for you based on what we discuss in your pre session consultation call. We usually shoot outdoors on a private 12-acre rainforest property, with natural light, water, earth, skin. No forced poses, just gentle guidance. We talk, we walk, we find moments rather than manufacture them.
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No. Retouching here means polish, not reinvention — I'm not in the business of editing you into someone else. You don’t need that to be beautiful.
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Never assumed, never required. This is a no-makeover philosophy. The real stuff is the good stuff, you just haven't seen it yet. If you'd like a natural feature enhancing makeup option, maybe even a lesson on how to embrace and worship the face you have, then that is available as an add-on, never bundled in.
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Firstly; You're not unphotogenic! You just haven't been photographed the right way yet. This isn't about fitting a mould, and you don't need to be photogenic in the way you think. It's about seeing yourself the way you deserve to be seen, at whatever age, size, or stage of life you're in right now. Everybody is a work of art. Most people who book with me say they hate photos of themselves, and then finally they see themselves and the curse is lifted and they can’t look away.
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Absolutely. Almost everyone arrives a little nervous. That's not a sign you're not ready, It’s a sign that this is overdue. Seeing your muscles relax and your breath exhale over the course of a session is one of my favourite parts of this work.
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We will go over that in our pre shoot chat. You might have some specific things you would love to add or we can keep it really simple. Just as important is your playlist requests. What music do you love? I’ll cover this in our pre shoot chat too.
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Sessions start with a $299 booking fee, which is credited toward whichever collection you choose. Collections start at $1,200. Full pricing is shared during your enquiry call. There are multiple ways to pay with payment plans. Everything is laid out clearly before you book, no surprises.
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t's the in-person session after your shoot where we go through your gallery together, on a big screen, in a relaxed setting. This is where you choose your images and any prints, albums, or wall art you'd like to keep. Most women say this is the moment it really sinks in.
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Only you, unless you choose to share them. Nothing is posted or used without your explicit permission.
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Absolutely not! Only if you feel like it, only if you want to. You don’t need to decide ahead of time, you do what you feel. Enthusiastic consent is essential. How much you want to show, all of it, is up to you. Women tell me it is such a liberating experience to feel so safe and to have the sun on their skin and feel like a part of nature. This is strictly only for over 18s.
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Oh hun! It breaks my heart that you have that question. It has never happened and it won’t happen to you either. If the sky caved in I would give you your money back, I would reshoot for you. I am here to support you.
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I am very happy to mix it up and go almost anywhere within reason. If home is your heaven I can meet you there. If your resort is amazing or you love the beach, I can show you some secluded spots. Happy to discuss.
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Absolutely, I have been a photographer for many years with a wide variety of experience. I can pretty much do anything but I love people the most. from the everyday to the momentous events of births, deaths and marriages. I can hold space in all of them, happy to discuss and see if I am the fit for you. They require a lot of energy so I don’t advertise this. If I am your photographer I am yours, so I limit myself to a maximum of one per month.
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After you have confirmed your booking we have a phone or online consultation session. From that I send you any follow up information that you would like. We can assist with arranging anything you want prior to your visit including transport, wardrobe and makeup. Your time here at the property is private, there won’t be anyone else coming, it’s just your day. Laze around the natural pool. You will be hosted with food and beverages from nearby famous DOMA cafe. Hey, if you want to add a mobile masseuse to come and pamper you after the experience, we can arrange that too! Your gallery will be ready for the reveal as soon as possible and always within a week. Showing you is my favourite part so I love to do this in person, but we can do it online if needed. Then I deliver your photographs, holding them in your hands is just golden sunshine wonderful. It makes me so happy to see you so happy. It’s the best!