F.A.Q.
Updated: Aug 26
Q. Do your sessions have time limits?
Instead of watching the clock, my focus is on your shoot and ensuring we are getting the images you desire. I communicate with you during scheduling to ensure I know your must-have shots. I always have my creative ideas to also boost your delivered gallery. During your shoot, I check in when you arrive for your "must-have shots" and remind you that you can always stop me during the shoot with any ideas that pop into your mind as we are going along. I end every session with a last check-in: "Are there any other shots you'd like to try?"
I understand if you are a little late, if you need to check in with your child, nurse a baby, change a diaper, and live life in the moment. My focus is your experience, not the ticking clock. Q. Am I limited to a certain number of images?
Absolutely NOT! I hand edit every great shot, and they are all included in your digital gallery link with no extra charge. Q. What is your turn around time?
You'll receive a sneak peek that includes a few edited images within 24 hours of your shoot. Your full gallery will be delivered within 7 days of your shoot. Q. What is your rate for special events?
Instead of having an across-the-board rate, I would like to have a conversation about your vision and budget. Every celebration deserves the opportunity to be beautifully photographed to remember for years to come. Contacting me by email or phone is best to start the conversation.
Phone: 808 2825 2827 Q. Why is your photography priced more budget-friendly with your experience and high-quality delivered gallery?
Because photography deserves to be enjoyed by all. I've always loved photography. I also enjoyed attaining a bachelors' and master’s degree in exercise science and health promotion, but I have always felt so much joy with a camera in my hand. In 2013, I started investing in equipment, education and experience. In 2026, I took a leap of faith and resigned from all other work to fully pursue photography. You'll still see me teaching fitness and yoga classes and incorporating photography into them as well. Q. There are a lot of photographers I could choose from. Why should I choose you, Vanessa?
Clients often refer to me as a friend. I provide customer service experience like no other I have seen. From flexibility in scheduling, holding anything you share with me between us, to being your biggest supporter in watching your family grow, and your dreams come true alongside mine. Q. What if I need to re-schedule/ what if the weather is bad the day of my shoot?
No worries. I am happy to shift to a better time. I truly believe every re-scheduled shoot turns out better for all. Q. I'm really busy, I feel overwhelmed even trying to plan a shoot. Will this be another task on my to-do lis?
No, it will be an experience you'll always look back on the photos and remember with joy.
No contract to sign, no long questionnaire to fill out, no need to create a Pinterest vision board.
Text/email/call me to decide the date and location. Tell me as much or as little about your family as you'd like.
I ALWAYS have ideas. I'm happy to help with outfit choices by sending me pictures of options. Your only job is to arrive at the location and have fun. Q. Any last things I should know?
Don't worry if you don't feel natural behind the camera.
Don't worry if your family tends to not like photos.
Focus on smiling and finding joy in the moment rather than trying to correct any behavior of your family. BROWSE MY WORK Please note that no AI is ever used in my writing. You'll always be reading the words straight from my passion for this purpose of helping you love your session to the fullest. I trust you'll hear my voice behind any possible grammar errors and look past them to feel my passion for photography.