YourPersonal Portal
Once again, welcome!
I truly appreciate your trust and can’t wait to photograph you all.
It’s going to be so much fun!
On this page you can find most of the information
you’ll need before and after your session.
Table of Contents
Before the session
Here you’ll find helpful information leading up to your session.
Some are guides and some are links to blogs, for which I have also recorded videos in case you prefer listening to reading.
Pricing & packages
Ultimate
- Album
- album design with unlimited changes
- Photobooks for the grand parents
- 10 matted Fine Art Prints
- Slideshow of all selected images
- 50 digital images in high-resolution
CHF 4200
Deluxe
- Album
- album design with unlimited changes
- Slideshow of all selected images
- 40 digital images in high-resolution
CHF 3400
Premium
- 5 matted Fine Art Prints
- 20 digital images in high-resolution
CHF 2400
Classic
- 15 digital images in high-resolution
CHF 1800
Print Products
The Album
If you cannot decide between an album on the coffee table or having photographs framed on the wall, you will love this Album! It can do both!
You can place it standing upright on your sideboard, shelf or mantelpiece, where your hero photo can be enjoyed by everyone.
Not only this! Because you see it every day, you take your album out and leaf through your memories much more often.
The album is printed on archival photographic paper, to last for a very long time.
As a surprise for parents and grandparents, you can get smaller versions (exact copies) of the album as photobooks.
The Reveal box
This elegant product turns a box of prints into a frame.
It is displayed upright so that you can enjoy your favourite images every day. You can change your prints around and have a different photo on display each time.
Similar to the Album, the box contains a transparent plexiglass lid, which is held by magnets, making it secure to stand up.
It has a stunning look and luxurious feel and is wrapped in gorgeous linen.
Inside the box, you’ll find 10 prints, on true Fine Art Paper that doesn’t fade and makes your images especially sharp and rich in contrast.
Every print is beautifully framed by a high-quality mat.
the Fine Art Album
This album is something truly special. Featuring Fine Art Paper, every spread is individually printed and meticulously inspected before being hand-folded and carefully placed into the book.
Fine Art paper offers a beautifully textured surface and a warm, natural tone, adding a distinct, artisanal quality to your images. The texture also enhances the tactile experience.
Your images are brought to life using archival giclée pigment inks, which is an advanced printing technology to ensure the finest gradations and vibrant, rich colours.
Made from acid-free materials, Fine Art paper ensures your memories are preserved in pristine condition for a long time, making it a perfect choice for those seeking a timeless and organic feel.
Matted prints
More info and images are coming soon.
the Mini Album
The Mini album is a scrumptious, bite-sized album with pages of 7×7 cm (3×3″).
It’s perfect for capturing your sweetest moments and to carry them around with you. Your mom will love showing it off at the hairdressers or at lunch with her friends. You’ll have a choice of covers for a timeless elegance.
Mini albums can be ordered in set’s, starting from 3 pieces.
The Amalfi Panel
The Amalfi Panel is unique, elegant, and sophisticated.
Your favourite image will be printed on true Fine Art Paper, then mounted in a beautiful mat (handmade according to a medieval technique)
to accentuate the image, and finally placed onto a cotton fabric panel, ready to be hung on your wall.
Hang your favourite image as a single statement in your home,
or in a collection of two, three or more to tell your story.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you help us with location suggestions?
Yes! I can suggest a variety of locations in the mountains. There is a range of wonderful spots, some involving mountains only, some including lakes. Some require a gondola, and some are reachable by car.
Will you give us advice on what to wear?
Sure! I am more than happy to create a colour palette for you and go through your wardrobe with you to help you select the best outfits.
I’ve also written an article about it, which you can read HERE.
What if it rains on the day?
I don’t believe in the weather forecast 🙂 Because they are just forecasts and aren’t always right. I tend to wait till an hour before the session to make a judgment. Together, we will decide if we should go ahead or postpone.
Also, the weather in the mountains is often different and subject to change.
However, a shoot in the light drizzle can be just as nice since the surrounding nature is much more contrasty when wet. And sometimes, we might even get a rainbow. Read this article HERE.
Do we have to prepare anything in advance?
Most of the preparation work will be done by me. I’ll always be on your side to get you prepared.
You just show up with your family, well-fed and in a good mood.
How can I prepare my kids and make sure they are up for it?
For most parts, I suggest not to pressure them and promise any rewards. Just go with the flow and enjoy a fun day with your family. For more detailed information, I urge you to read this article.
What if my child isn't up for it during the session?
Please don’t worry too much! Children are curious little creatures and will come around. We just let them be for a while. In the meantime, I continue photographing you and the rest of the family, and at some point, your crying child will likely get nosy and wants to be involved. HERE is a great article about an 8 year old who felt exactly like that during a session, and what we did to help him feel better.
will the session be in english or german?
I am fluent in both languages. So, whichever is more comfortable for you, is good for me. It is your experience, and I want you to have a relaxing and enjoyable time.
When will our images be ready?
The choosing and preparing of your images usually takes 2 to 3 weeks. I’ll then be in touch to arrange the reveal session.
Family films, however, take around 6 weeks due to the intense editing time involved.
Do you edit all the images?
At the reveal session, you will be presented with all successful images from your session. These images have had a quick edit to correct white balance, exposure etc. Once you’ve chosen your favourites, I’ll edit each photo individually, giving them the final look as part of the photography process.
What if I cannot decide on my favourites? Will you help us pick?
Of course! I have many years of experience working with families and I am here for you all teh way. Getting not just a professional opinion but also one from someone outside your family sometimes helps enormously.
Can I receive the raw, unedited photos?
Raw or unedited images are not available for purchase. The finished product is an edited jpeg image, which is part of my artistic interpretation and the entire photography experience.
DO WE RECEIVE OUR PHOTOS IN COLOUR AND BLACK&WHITE
I don’t deliver photos in different colour variations. The editing method of colour photos and black&white photos is a completely different process.
From my experience, you will never print the same photo in colour and in black&white.
How extensive do you edit our photos?
As mentioned in our contract, I will make basic adjustments like removing skin blemishes, stains or rubbish bins in the background. However, I do not make alterations to body shapes and such.
Do you also sell printed products such as albums?
Of course! I believe in printing your images. I won’t let you hang with your digital files, I offer albums as well as other printed products like wall frames.
Holding an album in your hand or seeing your family displayed proudly on your wall is something so magical. A treasure you and your children can cherish for a lifetime.
Will you design our album?
Yes! I will make an initial draft of your album and upload it to your personal online gallery. You are welcome to prove the design and request changes.
Do you follow a specific style when designing the album?
I will add your photos following a chronological order, so that when you view the album, you can experience your memories the same way you did on the day of your session.
For aesthetic reasons, I will pair black&white images on a separate spread to your colour images. I don’t think they go well together.
How will we receive our products?
Your digital photos, you can download from your personal online gallery. I don’t deliver USB sticks, since they are a little old-fashioned and not reliable. So I urge you to download your images and secure them in 2 different places to keep them safe for the future.
All your printed products will be delivered to your door.
After your Session
Once you’ve had your session, I’ll be in touch to arrange your Reveal Session. You will see all the successful images from your session, put together in a wonderful slideshow with music.
On this occasion, if you haven’t decided yet, I can help you choose the right product for you and your favourite images.
You will then receive a link to a private online gallery, in which you can choose your favourite images, download your purchased images, approve album designs, and share with family and friends.
Below you’ll find a list of videos should you need help navigating through your gallery.
