Summer 2015 Session and Product Changes

Hello, loves! We’ve got some exciting new changes happening at Imagination Photography! Effective August 1, 2015, we are introducing new art collections, new pricing, new policies, and a brand new product.

New Session Pricing
Any type of price increase is extremely rare around here (we’ve only had two in our entire 7 years of business!). But in order to be able to grow and provide a better service to our clients, as well as to compensate for the rising cost of simply being in business, (it sure would be nice if these bills paid themselves, wouldn’t it?), a change is sometimes necessary.  These small changes to session fees will help pave the way to big and exciting offerings at Imagination Photography. I’ve spoken of my many plans and dreams to some of you, and I know you’re as excited as I am to finally begin turning those dreams into reality.
These price changes apply to all sessions scheduled on and after August 1, 2015.
When you book your session (whether it’s for a senior, family, or children), you’ll be able to choose between two different session offerings: the Traditional Session or the Digital Session. Whichever option you choose, the full amount is due at the time of your session. NO EXCEPTIONS.

The Traditional Session - $40 – The Traditional Session includes a maximum 1-hour session and a private online viewing gallery of a maximum of 40 final images. It does not include any prints or digital images. Once your images have been processed, they will be uploaded to a password-protected gallery on the website. You will then receive an email with the link and password needed to access your images. Galleries remain online for 30 days. Orders need to be placed before your gallery expires. A 50% deposit is required before any order is processed. The remaining amount is due upon pickup. (More on this and our other new policies in a coming post).
The Digital Session - $165 ─ The Digital Session includes a maximum 1-hour session and a disc of a maximum of 40 final images with print release. The files are high resolution and the print release allows you to print as you wish. However, please note that I am not responsible for the quality of any prints obtained from an outside print lab or home printer. Once your images have been processed, your disc can be mailed to you, or you can pick it up at the studio if you prefer.

Sessions include multiple locations if desired (as long as locations are within 10 miles of each other). There is an additional travel fee for locations more than 30 miles from Grove Oak, AL. Sessions also include multiple outfit changes. There is no limit to the number of outfits you can wear during your session (but remember there is a time limit of one hour). Props may also be used in your session. You can choose from my inventory or bring your own.

 

New Art Collections
Over the years, I’ve seen so many beautiful images less-than-beautifully printed. It breaks my heart. If you hire a professional photographer, you deserve professional quality products. That’s exactly what our new Art Collections are designed to give you. These collections include some of our best and most desired products such as canvases, albums, and digital files. We’ve even created an all-new, unique product that is only available in our collections.

Collection 1 - $100
          - one 11x14, two 8x10s, two 5x7s, four 4x6s, and 12 wallets
          - 20 image 4x6 fine art box
          - 10 digital files with print release

Collection 2 - $200
         - two 8x10 gallery wraps
         - 20 image 5x7 fine art box
         - 20 digital files with print release

Collection 3 - $450
         - one 16x20 gallery wrap, two 8x10 gallery wraps
         - 20 image 5x7 fine art box
         - 20 page album featuring all images
         - all digital files with print release

A la Carte prints, gallery wraps, standouts, and albums (a.k.a. storybooks) are still available. There have been no pricing changes to those products.

New Products and Plans
We also have some new additions to announce! We will now be offering a new card size. The new 4x5.5 cards will be made of high-quality, durable cardstock and will be double-sided. They will also include envelopes and are available in packs of 25. Prices are $35 for 25; $65 for 50; $95 for 75; and $120 for 100.
I’m so excited to introduce our new Fine Art Boxes! These boxes feature 20 fine art prints in size 4x6 or 5x7. Your images are printed on high quality, fine art paper canvas for durable and long-lasting quality. All prints have a 0.5” border to provide a professional and clean look. The prints are packaged in their own box, perfect for display together or framed individually. Fine Art Boxes are only available in our new Art Collections.

Other Product Changes
To simplify our offerings and focus more on the products you love most, we have discontinued some items. We will no longer offer Session Books, 4x6 greeting cards, the Dream, Imagine and Believe print packages, or individual images on disc. Digital images are included in the new Art Collections, or you may purchase a disc of all digital files for $140.

 

I want to say Thank You all of my past, present, and future clients so much for all your support. I couldn’t do what I love if you didn’t allow me to do it. I’ve given the above changes much thought and deliberation, and I truly believe they will greatly benefit all of us in the long run. I want to be able to connect with my clients more and to show you just how much I appreciate your loyalty and trust. New programs are in the works to do just that. To those of you that have allowed me to be your photographer even just once, I thank you from the bottom of my heart for the chance to create something for you. To those of you who have come back to me again and again…no words could ever express what that means to me. I’ll forever be looking for ways to thank you.
The best is yet to come around here. As the one and only Walt Disney once said, “We’re just getting started.”
I hope you all have a wonderful week! Much love, my darlings!

Miranda