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||Christina’s Photography Philosophy …
In short, I love photography. I get giddy when I find the perfect location to use for sessions and when I nail ’the shot’ as I have it envisioned. I’m also an analytical perfectionist (proof: the fact I somehow earned a finance degree in three years). I don’t do anything half way, its all or nothing. Your images — I do not sell them unedited on a disc, no exceptions. Serendipity Sessions (new for 2010) have a minimum of basic editing to improve upon the image ’nailed’ in camera. I give you what I expect out of a photographer. I value photography. I value capturing visual memories and family heirlooms for generations to come. When I look back at the images captured of my dad’s father back in the 1920s when he was younger than me, I see a side of a man I never would have known existed, where I get my quirky sense of humor and wacky comedic posing for the camera.
Without photography, the only memories we have to pass on are verbal/written memories. As the adage goes, ”An image is worth a thousand words.” I believe that wholeheartedly. I adore clients who share this philosophy — sometimes I even get giddy when they have an awesome creative idea they want me to capture for them. My mission and goal as both a photographer and small business owner is not to shoot a quick generic session in front of a cheesy backdrop, pop unedited images into a proof gallery, and order cheap prints for you. That kills my passion and love for photography in less than an instant …
That said …
CMP provides high-end custom portraiture art – we view photography as an artform that should not be devalued just because of digital technology and discount printing options at mass retailers.
As we are not a low priced, high volume studio, we are able to give each client 110% and therefore limit the number of sessions scheduled each month so we can provide that level of service consistently. Each client receives a customized session you won’t receive at a low priced alternative — they give you a quick session, little to no photo editing after the fact.
With us, you won’t get a cheesy studio backdrop with a flash constantly going off in your face during a session with CMP — in fact, we don’t offer studio sessions at all. We spend anywhere from 2 to 10 hours after your session in the digital darkroom working our magic to give you images the lower priced alternatives provide at an additional cost. Think relaxed, coordinated (but not Bobbsey Twins matching), and fun. You’re not stiffly posed in real life and you won’t get that with CMP.
In addition to our Signature Line of premium and luxe gift prints and wall art, our Luxe Boutique features custom designed items (storyboards, albums, and holiday cards/announcements), canvases, and other custom artwork.
Your prints and photographic products (excluding press printed holiday cards/announcements) – with proper care — will be here for your grandchildren to enjoy.
Please Note: Our clients spend on average at least $500 on portrait art and luxe boutique products (excluding Creative Fees). Additionally, there is a $250 minimum order requirement on all portraiture sessions.
2010 Pricing– the full pricing guide is available upon session confirmation.
How to set up your session:
To confirm your session date/time, we must receive both the $100 non-refundable retainer fee (via Paypal or Personal Check/Certified Check/USPS Money Order) + signed portraiture contract before official appointment confirmation is provided. If we have not received both of these items within four (4) calendar days, we re-open the date/time slot to any other interested clients who have inquired. The balance of the non-refundable creative fee, $100, is due no later than 72 hours prior to your session date.
The Fine Print:A la carte print, Collection, Luxe Boutique, and Creative Fee pricing subject to change without advanced notice. Pricing at the time of your session confirmation will apply — not the pricing at the time your session is held. Out of fairness for all of our clients, pricing for services and products is non-negotiable.
