Boutique School Photography Parent Guide
Hi There!
I am so excited to be coming to photograph the children at St. Stephen’s CDC!
I just know you're going to love these genuine images of your precious little one! This page is designed to give you some helpful information to make your photo experience easy and convenient!
CDC spring photos signup
All CDC children must be signed up in advance to be photographed!
What makes this photography different?
My goal during my short time with your child is not to force a cheesy smile. I'm looking for natural expressions, which will range from serious and pensive to sweet and silly. The solid black background keeps the focus solely on the child's face and expression.
I will chat and interact with your child during our time together to elicit genuine expressions. For an extra fun time, have your child come prepared with a joke for ME! :)
What should my child wear?
These images are shot against a solid gray backdrop.
Almost all colors look great with this backdrop! Please avoid tops that have large graphics, logos, or print. And please no neon colors!
For girls, small bows, headbands or barretts at the side of the head photograph better than large bows on top of the head.
Small details at the sleeves, neck, and collar photograph well for these sessions. You can also think about a top that makes your child's eye color pop! Consider allowing your child to select a favorite outfit within these parameters to capture even more of their personality!
When will my child be photographed?
Photos are scheduled for the following mornings:
Tuesday, April 7
i have more than one child at the school. can they be photographed together?
Yes! Siblings will be photographed by sign-up only. Please sign up at the bottom of this page!
The $20 session fee includes the session only. Digital images and prints may be purchased after receiving your gallery.
How do the sibling photos work?
Use the form below to sign up. Select any time slot. You will bring your children to school like normal and do NOT need to be present for the photos. Children will be pulled from their class for photos when it is time.
**Babies must be sitting up independently to participate in a group sibling photo. All babies may be photographed individually.
Only siblings who have signed up in advance will be photographed together.
Do i need to sign up for my child to be photographed individually?
Yes! All children must be signed up in advance to be photographed! (Use the form above for this.)
I have other children who do not attend St. Stephen’s. can i bring them to be photographed?
At this time we are only photographing children enrolled at St. Stephen’s. Please reach out to Laurie at laurie@lauriehatfieldphotography.com if you’re interested in other siblings being photographed!
How does the sibling sign-up work?
Select any time slot available. Siblings will be pulled at some point during that morning for both their individual photos AND the sibling photos. (Children only need to come dressed for photos one day.)
The $20 session fees are non-refundable and include only the session. Digital images and prints may be purchased after receiving your gallery.
When can I expect to see our photos?
Your child's proofs will arrive to your email via a private online gallery within 3 weeks of photo day. You will have 2-5 images in both color and black and white to select from.
Please be sure the school has a valid email address for you so you don’t miss seeing your child’s photos!
CAN YOU TEXT ME WHEN MY PHOTOS ARE READY?
YES! Please sign up for text alerts so you know when your photos are ready to be viewed and ordered! You can do that here:
(Your Access Code will be emailed to you, so check for that first!)
How does ordering work?
After you receive your online gallery, you will have 7 days to place your order for lowest pricing and free shipping. Everything is viewed, ordered, and paid online, so there are no paper order forms to keep up with. You will have the option to purchase prints, canvases, and digital images with printing rights.
Grandparents and other relatives may also place orders through the digital gallery!