Q : Where can I have my pictures taken?

A : Pretty much anywhere you want. The sitting fee covers any park near Downtown Bellevue, including Robinswood Park, the Botanical Gardens, Downtown Park, and quite a number of waterfront parks. For an additional travel charge, we could go to the Arboretum, the Seattle waterfront, Snoqualmie Falls, or just about anywhere in the area. Call me to go over details.

Q : Can I have digital pictures?

A : I can take your photos using either a high-resolution (Canon EOS 5D, 12.8 megapixel) digital camera or with a medium-format film camera. The choice is up to you! If you prefer the quality of film but also want the advantages of digital (such as being able to email photos to family or friends) I can have your negatives scanned directly to a photo CD, which allows you to have all of the advantages of both film and digital images without sacrificing quality.

Q : How long will it take to get my pictures?

A : With the Traditional packages, I can usually have your proofs back in 5 working days or less. The "Non-Traditional" package can take a little longer since I'm having high-quality prints made, but usually not more than another day or two.

Q : What should I wear?

A : This is entirely up to you. I'd recommend clothing that you are comfortable wearing, and you are welcome to bring several outfits so we can get a lot of different "looks".

Q : Can I bring my friends?

A : No problem. I want you to be as comfortable as possible for these photos, and many times your friends know just what it takes to help you loosen up. These photos should be FUN, and I'll do whatever I can to help make that happen.

Q : What about photos with my pet or my sports equipment?

A : Great idea! I've taken photos of Seniors with everything from their cat to their car! Musical instruments, sports equipment, hobbies - whatever you want to help show the real you.

Q : I wear glasses. Can you get rid of the lens reflections I always get when my photo is taken?

A : The best way to deal with "glasses glare" is to keep it from happening in the first place. Call your optometrist and ask if he can either lend you a set of frames without lenses, or temporarily remove the lenses from your own frames.

Q : Do I get an annual picture with my photo session?

A : Usually you can use one of the pictures from your session as your annual photo. Some schools have more rigid rules than others regarding backgrounds, etc and in this case you would need a photo taken with a studio backdrop. If you need this type of photo I can easily do it for you, just let me know ahead of time so I can plan accordingly.

Q : Can you help me with make-up?

A : Sorry, but that's outside my area of expertise. There are plenty of salons in Bellevue and the Eastside that can help you with hair and/or makeup, though.

Q : Are you able to fix photos if my complexion is bad?

A : Yes, I can do touch up work to remove blemishes, etc. This is an extra service not included in the package prices.

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