5. What should I wear for my session? -

My number one rule for choosing your outfit is to wear something that makes you feel good! I’m all for keeping it casual or dressing up, so make sure that you feel comfortable in whatever you’re wearing. You don’t have to be matchy matchy, but it helps when the overall tones are complementary. If you need help, just ask! I love to provide styling advice whenever needed.

2. What’s the best time for a session? -

For outdoor sessions, I prefer to shoot when the light is best. This happens to be near sunrise and an hour or two before sunset. The light is much harsher in the middle of the day, which isn’t the most flattering! For indoor sessions, we have more flexibility, but will want to consider the available light in your home. Overall, I do my very best to work with your schedule and mine.

3. Where will my session be held? -

You may choose either an in-home session or one of the many beautiful outdoor locations in the San Francisco Bay Area. After your session is booked, I will reach out and connect regarding your location choice. If you choose an in-home session, I typically photograph families in the spaces where everyone is most comfortable, or where you tend to spend time together. The light in your home will inform the shots we create, as long as you have windows with some natural light we're sure to create some magic.

4. When will I receive my images? -

Your online gallery will be delivered within 4 weeks of your session date.

1. When should I book a newborn session? -

To ensure space on my calendar, I strongly encourage booking your session about 2-3 months ahead of the baby's expected birth date. However, if you didn’t get a chance to book ahead of time, please inquire as I may have space! Once a session is scheduled I keep your spot on my calendar. Call me when the baby is here and we will set up a time anywhere from 24 hours - 6 weeks after birth. It is really all based on how the family is transitioning and how ready you are to be documented.

6. Are pets allowed to be a part of my session? -

Absolutely! I love to include fur babies, and it usually works well for in-home sessions. I only ask that you take responsibility for your pet around young children, especially newborns.

7. What happens if I need to reschedule or there is an extreme weather event? -

I monitor the weather forecast and will reach out if it is clear there will be a lot of rain and/or poor air quality due to fires. If we need to, we will reschedule our session date. I try to accommodate your session as soon as I am able to. This is also the case if you need to reschedule due to unforeseen illness or an accident.

8. How do your payments work? -

Session Fee: To reserve and book a family session, I require a $300 session fee be paid in full. This fee covers my time both while at the 1-2 hour shoot as well as my time editing the photos afterward. It also includes email and phone consultations to discuss everything about the shoot from location, outfit styling and, most importantly, what you envision for the final images I provide. The session fee DOES NOT include any digital files, prints or other products. The session fee is for a photo session with up to five people. $50 will be added to the session fee for each additional person.

Collections: After the shoot, your online gallery will be ready in a few weeks for viewing with a minimum of 60-70 final images. From there, you will choose one of the three collections at AN ADDITIONAL COST. You do not have to pay for any images until you have seen them in your gallery.

9. I don’t see my question here! How can I reach out? -

If you don’t see your question answered above, please contact me directly at laurajaegerphotography@gmail.com and I’ll get back to you within 48 hours!