the melissa klein photography
From communication and planning to the delivery of your final artwork – no detail is left out when creating your custom portrait experience. Let’s work together to create something beautiful.
How it all works:
If you haven’t had the experience of working with a luxury maternity, newborn or family photographer before, please read below as I explain a bit about how I can help make your portrait session as seamless as possible. I love working closely with my clients, from the initial planning and styling of their session to delivery of their finished artwork. If you’re looking for timeless, emotive portraits, I’d love to work with you and create something beautiful.
PLANNING
STYLING assistance
studio wardrobe
OPTIONAL HAIR AND MAKEUP
creating artwork
Step 1:
get in touch
Once you've looked through my website and have decided that we might be a good fit, reach out by clicking the "contact" tab at the top of the page. If you'd like, we can schedule a consultation before you book your session. I love meeting potential clients, and would be happy to show you my studio and learn a bit more about your family and portrait needs.
Step 2:
book your session
After our initial chat, I'll send a link for you to pay the session fee retainer, which reserves your session date. I'll also send over a link to my client info form for you to fill out.
If you'd like to view and try on any of my studio wardrobe options before your session, we can schedule a wardrobe consultation at this time, too.
Step 3:
before your session...
Have another look around my website. Portfolio pages will give you a feel for the sort of clothing that works well and the types of images we can create. If you'd like some help with styling, I offer a curated studio wardrobe for mothers, babies and children, which is available for all sessions. I'm also available for feedback with any questions you may have regarding wardrobe choices.
Start thinking about what you’d like to create with your images in terms of photographic wall art and/or albums. Most of my imagery is very neutral and compliments almost any home decor. Be sure to have a look through the prints and artwork page for inspiration.
Step 4:
your portrait session
This is where the fun really starts! My sessions are laid back and never rushed. All sessions for newborns, babies and small children are baby-led, meaning we follow their cues. We play, we chat, we take time for baby to warm up to both me and my camera. For family photos, I will give you some direction, but there will be no stiff poses. I want to capture the authentic, candid connections between you and your loved ones.
Step 5:
image selection
Two to three weeks after your session, the photos will be ready for viewing and ordering. You'll have the option to meet at my studio to get hands on help with your order, or you can do your viewing and ordering in a 3 day online gallery.
Step 6:
artwork delivery
Your finished wall art, prints and albums will be ready in approximately four to six weeks. At that point I'll be in touch to schedule pickup or delivery.
All artwork is made with the highest quality products available to the photographic industry, and all come with a lifetime guarantee on craftsmanship.
Any digital files purchased will be available shortly after your order is placed and payment is received.
Wow! I am speechless! If there is one regret in my life you have officially created, it was not coming to you sooner, and with my first born! These are incredible and mean SO much to me!
nicole - newborn session
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(For kids, sizes range from newborn to 8 years (plus a few pieces for older kids). For adults, sizes range from S to 3X)
how early should i book my session?
I say it's never too early, especially if you need a weekend date - those tend to book out months in advance. I have a lot more flexibility for weekday sessions.
Do you photograph outdoors as well?
Yes! Although most of my sessions are in studio, I do offer in-home and outdoor sessions as well.
where are you located?
I have a store-front studio in Lino Lakes, conveniently located off 35W just north of the cities.
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DO YOUR TRAVEL WITHIN THE US?
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If you're ready to create some amazing photos as well as timeless artwork together, click that contact tab and let's start planning your dream session.
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