I LOVE people and I really love people are in LOVE! If you are reading this you are engaged and I am so freaking excited for you! I would love to freeze frame this moment and those feelings for you. I aim to discover your you-ness and create imagery that visually communicates who you are and where you are in your love story. Let's start with IDEAS! Even if you feel pretty clueless about where to do or what to wear for your session I will be asking the deep questions that will point the way to something magical. Together we will reveal what mood the images should have, or better yet how you want to feel when you look back on them. That will help me decide on a location, what time of day, what you should wear, and what kind of gestures and expressions I should elicit. By the day of our shoot you will feel prepared and confident to go out and make some magic with me! I will guide you on what to do as much or as little as needed. Creating your portraits is a collaboration and I aim to earn your trust!
Scheduling Your Session
Engagement sessions are available during weekdays only and include a follow up meeting for the reveal of your images. The session fee is $1,200 and that includes: 2 hours of photography (2 outfits) in studio or at a location of your choice within a 50 mile radius of Tampa. I do require professional hair and make up styling and can recommend the perfect artist for you.
A full set of digital files is available for purchase and includes a glass box with 25 of your favorites as 5x7 prints + USB drive, for $800. OR add on a mobile gallery for $200 after $800 minimum purchase. (digitals are included for wedding collection clients.)
I prefer to shoot in that dreamy time before and into the actual sunset. That is when the light is the most flattering and has the most color. I will help to coordinate the logistics of your hair/makeup styling, locations, and overall game plan. Because we live in Florida, the summer months can pose challenges for shooting due to unpredictable storms and intense heat (no one wants to melt in photos!). That being said, I like to stick to scheduling sessions for the fall, winter, and spring seasons. It's best to schedule your session as soon as possible. Of course, I am always happy to accommodate changes if necessary and I do have a weather policy in place.
***Anniversary, portrait, and maternity sessions are all structure in the same way.
Full Service
After we have your engagement session we will get together for a reveal of your images! Together we will view a beautiful slideshow and then I will help you to order prints, save the dates, and wall art. I offer amazing professional grade prints and products plus my albums are truly stunning and of heirloom/archival quality. Below is my A La Carte selection.
About The Session
The best way to prepare for professional wedding photographs is through your engagement session. It's the perfect way to practice being in front of the lens, see what looks best, and to spread the word about your upcoming day with gorgeous Save the Dates! This will also provide us with an opportunity to work together prior to the big day in a more laid back environment.
Location
Engagement sessions can be shot anywhere! You can choose a place of special significance to you such as where you got engaged, doing your favorite activity, or somewhere totally unique and interesting to you! Here are some of our favorite places to shoot...
| In Home |
Talk about home field advantage, right? This makes for a beautifully intimate session.
| Morris Bridge Park |
Woodsy and romantic. Perfect for a rustic, dreamy look.
| Downtown Tampa |
The buildings in downtown are great for a sleek, modern feel.
| Bayshore |
An iconic Tampa landmark that's perfect for romance.
| Ybor City |
For old souls looking for vintage vibes.
| St. Petersburg |
So many murals! They make for a fun loving, indie shoot.
| Fort De Soto Park |
One of our favorite spots for truly epic sunset photos!
| Beyond |
Have an idea for an amazing spot that is out of town, the state, or the country?! I LOVE to travel! Roaming as far as 50 miles outside of Tampa is covered with the session fee, after that there is a $1 per mile roundtrip travel fee.
Travel out of the state or country will require custom travels fees to get my butt over to you, transportation, and accommodation. I'm always game so let's talk!
Hair and Makeup
Future Groom - Hair should be neatly groomed. Touching up a scraggly beard goes a long way. Avoid getting a cut closer to 3 days before your session.
Future Bride - Be ready for professional hair and makeup with a clean hydrated face and day old ready to style hair. Drink plenty of water to keep the skin fleshy and glowing. Ashlee and he favorite beauty teams will coordinate when/where you will receive services to make sure we begin the session on time. You can expect this to take up to an hour and a half.
What To Wear
You should bring two outfits for your session. Your first look should be casual but still polished. Think about texture, sheen, and flattering shapes for your formal look. Bring along some props or champagne if you like and don't forget to get a professional manicure beforehand! Remember, these looks should be a reflection of your personalities. You should feel comfortable and confident!
Don't forget! This session is all about telling the story of your love and commitment to one another. Let your personalities shine and have fun with it!
How to Book
When you are ready to commit to a session and reserve a date I will send you an official link to book. It's easy and all online! You will complete an electronic contract and securely pay the non-refundable session fee.
*if you are booking a wedding collection your session is likely included!