Session Planning FAQs
How do I start planning my session?
We're looking forward to working with you! Contact us via email (info@nutmegphotography.com), phone or text (860-480-1746 or 860-689-2666) and let us know you're interested in booking. We'll pin down a date and location for your session, then send you planning/contract paperwork and collect your session fee to hold the date. We'll check in a day or so prior to confirm plans (and weather forecast if applicable).
What is the pricing structure?
Most of our regular sessions require 2 payments: the first being your Sitting Fee, which covers your session time and our creative & processing time, plus any applicable travel fees. The second and final payment takes place when you make your desired Image Collection purchase (once you see your final images in a private viewing gallery).
Signed contracts will be due for all sessions with the first payment.
Where do we hold the session?
You have several options for appointment location depending on the look and feel you're going for. We offer sessions at our studio with access to our wide selection of props and controlled lighting, along with a selection of maternity gowns. Our adorable courtyard is perfect for outdoor photos when weather is comfortable. For non-studio sessions, we are happy to meet you anywhere you’d like your photo session done (A fee applies for locations further than 10 miles from zip code 06759). Many people stress over the “perfect” spot to have their pictures taken and often overlook their own home and backyard. It can be a wonderful, familiar place to create memories. We can make suggestions for several local outdoor places if you’re stumped for ideas.
What’s the best time to schedule my session?
Studio photos can be taken at any time of day. When shooting outdoors, we avoid shooting around midday since overhead sun can be harsh and unflattering - early mornings and late afternoon/early evening are best for light. Sessions will last about an hour. Please review this time commitment with everyone in your party.
What should we wear?
We don’t insist on certain colors or styles. It's most important that you feel like yourselves in whatever you choose. Think about your home's decor. You may be hanging wall art in your home and will want to coordinate you and your family's wardrobe in complimenting colors. A good first rule of thumb is to avoid bright, bold or busy patterns and corporate logos (think large “athletic company” Swoosh, graphic-tees, etc) which can be visually distracting. Generally coordinate colors and styles amongst family members, but keep in mind the trend of families matching exactly is outdated. Simple khaki colors, grays, blues, pastels and natural tones will blend nicely with most backgrounds. Please also be sure that collared and button-down shirts are freshly ironed, dark clothing should be free of pet hair and lint.
Online searches such as "Maternity photo session wardrobe ideas" can be helpful in giving you some wardrobe inspiration. Adding a season to your search criteria can also help you develop your plan.
Can my partner and other children be included?
YES! Our sessions always include special photos with parents & siblings at no extra cost. We recognize that a new baby is a big deal and family should be included.
Do you offer the digital files from our session?
YES! The world of photography is changing. We believe our clients should own their photographs and have the flexibility of using and retaining their images for years to come. Our Collection pricing includes limited copyright which allows you rights to print and share your images. Our Collections include a high-resolution digital download for some or all of your gallery's images (no watermarking). We highly suggest ordering your additional prints through us – you have paid for professional photographs and should see them as such in print. Our product quality is 100% guaranteed.
What happens after our session/When will our photos be ready?
Images from most Nutmeg Collections will be ready for viewing in a private online gallery 2 weeks after your session. At this time, you will be able to puchase whichever of our Maternity Collections look best to you. You will also submit your choices for that Collection's included hard copy print products. Digital image downloads will be made available once payment and print choices have been submitted. Please be sure to carefully read your emails from us so receipt of your images is not delayed.