Why Choose an Independent Photographer? (Namely me?)

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We all know the big box studios, which will remain unnamed on this blog. You know the ones where you can get a slew of photos for only $9.95 and no session fee, only to discover that your neighbor's kids photos look just like yours, only with different kids? Where you can sign up for their portrait club and get even more discounts?

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Yes, they are cute. I even have some "big box studio" photos hanging on my walls.  While 'big box studios' have a place in society, independent photographers have been and are beginning to be more in the fore-front of family photography. Usually when you think of an independent photographer, you think of wedding photographers. I know I used to think that. :)

So why choose an independent? Immediately, you think, "It is going to cost an arm and leg to get my kids photos done." And, yes, it will be more expensive, I will not lie and tell you I will give you a ton of photos for $9.95 like the "big box studios". So, you are still wondering why allow me to photograph your family, right?


 Here's why:
1) I will meet with you prior to your photo shoot.
2) Based on that consultation, I will tailor your photo shoot for you and your family.
3) Location - you choose where!  (Unless it is a mini session.) You may have a favorite park, a secret picnic spot, a favorite fishing hole.
4) I will spend an hour with you to get the photographs that you will treasure for a lifetime.
5) Following the shoot, I will carefully edit the photos, creating art for your home.
6) Once editing is complete, the photos will be loaded into a gallery that you will have a password to and can share with family. (Yes, a sneak peek will be posted on FB)
7) Lastly, you choose the photos you want and order. I use professional photography printers and do not print at big box stores. (The quality is much better with my professional printer)

Unfortunately, I cannot do all this for free. Although I wish I could! The big box studios can get by with giving away the farm because they have a slew of people coming in weekly. (I still have to pay for my farm, before I can give it away..lol)

Before you leave the blog today, take a look at the photos below. And you decide, do you want photos like your neighbors or do you want photos that are unique to your family? I know that I will choose an independent photographer when I have the chance to have my family in the same place at the same time.

If you decide you want unique photographs, it would be my pleasure and an honor to photograph you and your loved ones.