FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
- What are your hours?
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We are available by appointment for your in studio session.
- Where are you located?
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Our address is 10A Falls Ave, Granite Falls, NC.
We are less than 1 block from the town square, in the historic, Old Shuford Mill building.
We are located across the street from both the Police Station and Granite Drug Center.
- Do you accept reservations?
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Yes! All sessions are by appointment. A non-refundable reservation fee of 100 will be collected at the time of confirming your session. This is applied to your photography purchase.
- What payment options do you accept?
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We accept all major credit cards, payment by personal check and of course, cash.
- How long is the typical wait?
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Most appointments are scheduled within two weeks of initial contact. Sessions booked during seasonal holidays such as Valentines Day or Christmas, may be further out. We do not typically schedule appointments within the month before a major gift giving holiday.
Viewing sessions take place in person at our studio about 10 days after your photo session. Once you place your portrait or product order, delivery is within three to four weeks. Albums usually take around six weeks to produce and deliver.
- Do you have a cancellation policy?
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We know that life happens, so we allow one re-schedule of your portrait session without penalty.
- Why should I choose your studio?
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As the areas Premier Boudoir Photography Studio since 2007, Boudoir style photography is what we do! We understand the concerns our clients have when they decide to select these type of portraits. Everyone wants to feel safe, comfortable and beautiful! Our top priority is to help our clients feel at ease while in our studio. We inquire about the intended uses for the portraits and direct the portrait session toward achieving those results.
- How quickly will I receive my prints or products?
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Typically you'll view your images in person at our studio about 10 days after your photo session. Once you place your portrait or product order, delivery takes around three to four weeks. Albums usually take around six weeks to produce and deliver.
Boudoir photography involves an expert level, of time intensive, image editing and processing.
Please factor these time frames into your planning and scheduling purposes. Rush service may be available depending on the time of year.
- How many pictures will you take? Can I provide a list of posed photos for you to take?
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A typical Boudoir session lasts about 2.5 hours, which includes a hair and makeup session. Most clients can obtain three to four different wardrobe changes or looks during this time frame.
We allow you to pick poses from our posing guide that will flatter your look. You may also provide up to three additional poses.
We encourage clients to share any looks with us that they like as it will give us more insight into the mood they would like to portray.
- Can I keep the negatives? What about the proof images?
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Digital images (the negatives) are available for purchase from any session. We are a full service studio and handle all images with privacy processes in mind.
- What new ideas have you implemented in the last couple years? Are you current with latest trends?
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Most clients love the awesome display albums that we offer. Once you see one, there is a good chance you'll want one.
We keep an eye on modern and popular trends. We can produce the look you desire.
- What is included in your basic packages?
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We offer several different photography packages.
You decide how you want your images displayed.
We have many different options available to give you what you want, while staying within your budget.
Available products include:
- Digital images.
- High quality photographic prints.
- Art prints.
- Elegant hard cover photo books (of you!)
- Photo slide shows.
- Keepsake flash drives.
- And more...
- Helpful hints:
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Preparation checklist:
- Bring or email us photos or samples highlighting a look that you like.
- Consider a theme that you desire to portray.
- Wear loose fitting clothing before arriving to minimize lines on your skin.
- Feel free to bring more wardrobe choices than you can possibly wear during the session.
- Choose music that relaxes you, or sets the mood.
- Ask as many questions as you need, to make sure you are comfortable. This is what we do!
- Don't forget the accessories: shoes, jewelry and other special items.
- Have fun!