What makes Christie Gare Photography Different?
It's that time. You're wanting some photos made. You have a zillion of photographers to choose from, you have friends recommending people left and right. How do you choose? I know the feeling!
I like to make my business model what I would want as a mom. Read on to see what's different!
1) I don't like Sales.
Sales are not my thing.I have no desire to bring you to my office, offer you a latte, and show you a slideshow of your images, set to music, and hoping to get you to make an emotional purchase. This happened to me for our daughter's newborn photos, bought them all, then left wondering what happened, why I spent so much, and feeling taken advantage of. The actual art of photography - the lighting, the posing, the connection - is the part I love. I want to focus on giving you that, delivering your images, and then let you enjoy them how you desire. No extra fees later. No "buy extra digitals". Your session fee is the only fee you will pay to get all the edited digitals!
2) Quantity of Images
If you notice my pricing sheet, you'll see that I say a "minimum" number of images. 99% of the time, I go over this. Obviously, there are factors here that I cannot control that affect the number of images (aka crying children), but I did take an average of the last few months of mini sessions to see what I *normally* do.
For a mini session, I guarantee a minimum of 20 images.
My average has been 38 images per mini session.
(This number does NOT include the black and white photos!)
If it's a good shot, I KEEP IT. I do not trash it simply because I have met my minimum requirement! I edit any "extra" shots just as I do the others and include it as part of the gallery. No extra charge!
3) Quality
All of my images are large format and could be enlarged easily to go on a very large wall in your home! I have top of the line equipment and programs to make sure you get awesome photos from start to finish!
4) Expertise
We all know someone with a "fancy" camera/dslr and yet their photos are about the same as your iPhone! I get it! I've invested in 6 cameras since I started in 2010 and it's all about knowing how to use the equipment you have. I have 5 lenses to give an array of depth of field, top of the line camera, and of course every image is ran through Lightroom and Photoshop before the gallery is complete.
5) I have my own Studio!
There is a small percentage of photographers in the area that have their own studio, and I'm blessed to be one of them! My studio is located in my home, and while it's tiny but mighty, you'd be amazed what I can do in a small space. From newborns, to headshots, to milestones and cake smashes, I can easily accomplish beautiful photos with consistent light. Check out headshots in my studio and milestones in my studio!
5) Quick Turnaround!
My average turn around is 5 business days or less! Since I am full time, I am able to focus on editing (especially when my kids are at school), and not have another job to distract!
I hope this helps you see what makes Christie Gare Photography stand out from the rest. I would be honored to capture lifelong memories for you - email me and let's chat!
xoxo Christie
