FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ)
How long does a portrait session take?
As you might expect, the length of a portrait session can vary — anywhere from under half an hour to an hour or two. For weddings, family reunions, and corporate events, we provide day rates so we can stay as long as you need us.
What should I wear for my portrait?
This depends on the style of portrait you envision. We generally recommend solid colors. For outside portraits, pick natural colors: beiges, greens, blues, and blacks. For studio portraits, whites and pastels turn out a crisp, light look; darker colors such as blacks, browns, and navies create a more conservative, stately portrait. If you're uncertain about a clothing selection, or would like portraits in a variety of clothing, bring alternates. Keep jewelry to a minimum, and don't wear any clothing or jewelry that might be considered "flashy" or attention grabbing (such as logos on shirts).
What should we wear for our group portrait?
We usually recommend that families wear the same colors. That way your faces and expressions will attract the attention, not the differences in your clothing. Also, by wearing classic clothing such as white or black shirts with blue jeans or khakis (or a similar tone, such as all pastels or all darks), your clothing will also remain contemporary longer.
What should I bring for my children to be photographed with?
At Helen's Place, we have an entire room devoted to children, so we have lots of props and toys. Please bring anything special (such as a favorite blanket or stuffed animal) with you.
Should I wear my usual make-up for my portrait?
Please apply your make-up as usual, and bring along the items that you typically use, just in case we need them during our session. Keep in mind that we also touch up your selected portraits to reduce wrinkles and eliminate blemishes.
How do I select the photographs I want?
We post your photographs in a private gallery online for your review.
Do you offer frames?
We offer hundreds of options for matting and framing. We custom mat and frame your portraits and offer also a large selection of readymade frames. We do our matting and framing on site in our cottage workshop, so your valuable prints are handled under our roof.
Can you put our photos on CDs or DVDs, too?
Yes. We can deliver digital copies of your photos on CD and/or DVD, so you can view your pictures on your own computer or TV set, or send them to friends. (We can even add music if you like!)
How long does a portrait session take?
As you might expect, the length of a portrait session can vary — anywhere from under half an hour to an hour or two. For weddings, family reunions, and corporate events, we provide day rates so we can stay as long as you need us.
What should I wear for my portrait?
This depends on the style of portrait you envision. We generally recommend solid colors. For outside portraits, pick natural colors: beiges, greens, blues, and blacks. For studio portraits, whites and pastels turn out a crisp, light look; darker colors such as blacks, browns, and navies create a more conservative, stately portrait. If you're uncertain about a clothing selection, or would like portraits in a variety of clothing, bring alternates. Keep jewelry to a minimum, and don't wear any clothing or jewelry that might be considered "flashy" or attention grabbing (such as logos on shirts).
What should we wear for our group portrait?
We usually recommend that families wear the same colors. That way your faces and expressions will attract the attention, not the differences in your clothing. Also, by wearing classic clothing such as white or black shirts with blue jeans or khakis (or a similar tone, such as all pastels or all darks), your clothing will also remain contemporary longer.
What should I bring for my children to be photographed with?
At Helen's Place, we have an entire room devoted to children, so we have lots of props and toys. Please bring anything special (such as a favorite blanket or stuffed animal) with you.
Should I wear my usual make-up for my portrait?
Please apply your make-up as usual, and bring along the items that you typically use, just in case we need them during our session. Keep in mind that we also touch up your selected portraits to reduce wrinkles and eliminate blemishes.
How do I select the photographs I want?
We post your photographs in a private gallery online for your review.
Do you offer frames?
We offer hundreds of options for matting and framing. We custom mat and frame your portraits and offer also a large selection of readymade frames. We do our matting and framing on site in our cottage workshop, so your valuable prints are handled under our roof.
Can you put our photos on CDs or DVDs, too?
Yes. We can deliver digital copies of your photos on CD and/or DVD, so you can view your pictures on your own computer or TV set, or send them to friends. (We can even add music if you like!)
What should you and your family wear? What looks best for a business portrait? Can Helen's Place mat and frame? The answers are all in our downloadable FAQ, which you can also review to the right.
Please call or e-mail Helen's Place with other questions, and we'll include them in our FAQ.
Frequently asked questions
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