No matter the package, I like to take various shots that accentuate you close up, mid-range, full body, moving, posing, and so on; and then select from the photos that best communicate your style and tastes. The more we have, the best chance we have of fulfilling your vision. If shoots are on location somewhere, I recommend over-packing for the shoot, to make sure you have all of the clothing, accessories, etc., that you think might help your photos. If you're not sure about how to plan, I can help you along the way, and make suggestions based on my experience. Even though each package is listed with set times, clients are able to purchase more time to try different clothing, or activities at $100 per hour. The most important thing to remember though, is that the shooting session is a collaborative session! We want to work together with you, to make sure you have the best experience and amazing results that exceed expectations.

Throughout the session, we will be reviewing images together to confirm that the session is heading in the right direction, according to your expectations, allowing us to make any necessary adjustments as we go along. Working together to communicate ideas and expectations is a key part of what I do. At the end of the session, you will have a good idea about the final images you'd like to keep once the best ones are edited.

There is a non-refundable deposit required to book a session. The deposit amounts are listed on the Services Page.

At the end of the Photo Session, we'll have the opportunity to schedule a Selection Session, where we sit down to look at the best photos and select the ones you'd like to have edited and cropped to your specifications, based on the print package you're interested in. During the Selection Session, we will review your favorite photos, and also discuss how you'd like to have them printed and delivered. At this time you'll be able to select the way you want your photos printed from our premier custom printing lab. You'll have the option to print your photos as wall art, in book form, in collectible folio boxes, or other forms of high quality fine art prints, in various sizes. We'll walk you through the ordering process, making sure the work we put into the Photo Session, is translated exactly as you envision. 

No matter which package you're interested in, feel free to bring as many options for clothing as you think might be necessary. Our emphasis is two-fold: That you absolutely love the photos, AND have fun in the process of making them. If you think certain outfits make you look better, feel better, or bring out your alter-ego, then bring it on! We'll go through as many variations as we can within the time allotted in your package. Remember, this is b.Side impressions. We're hoping to think outside of the box to make sure we're capturing you, being you.

​If your looking to shoot a "b.Side impressions" version of a professional head-shot, I like the men to have a variety of jacket/shirt/tie combos; and for the women, some options of blouse/dress/jacket combos.

If you wear glasses and have multiple pairs, it helps if you bringing them along in order to figure out their glare factor, and the style that looks best in the overall outfit.

If you have any doubt about whether something will work or not, just bring it. Layers are fantastic. No need to be seasonal; everything from t-shirts, tank tops, to sweaters and light jackets can work. Keep this in mind, the fun you have in this process will connect with the camera, and make these photos all-the-more special in the end. A good photo is one thing. A good photo coupled with a good story and experience, is a whole other thing! 

Make-up for the session is not required, but highly recommended for all women. Apply makeup how you normally would, and again, have fun with it. If you think exaggerated makeup would be fun, do it. We'll make it work. If you're looking to emulate a particular style, just make sure that you are settled on that idea.

Remember, I'm a photographer, not a make-up artists. So I like to tell my female clients to be "carefully-creative." For example, keep in mind that, professional photography lighting, will bring out highlights on the skin, more than you think. When applying make-up for highlights, it's helpful to consider how a little bit can go a long way.

Please make sure that your make-up is applied before the shoot so that we don't have to take away from shoot time to freshly apply. We understand that touch-ups might be needed throughout the shoot, but we don't want to eat up time at the beginning with unpreparedness.

​I ask that everyone arrive with their hair ready the way you would like to present yourself. Of course, we'll review all of these things and get things settled before we begin, to make sure these factors aren't counter-productive to the overall look, in either a technical or creative manner.

​If your ideas require a major overhaul hair/makeup wise (for example, you are naturally curly and want to go straight in some of the shots) there may be an additional charge for time, or we may schedule that shoot separately on a different day, and break up your shooting time. Please be sure to communicate these things prior to your session, so we are all on the same page.

I don't usually recommend makeup on men, unless we're capturing certain special effects/cosplay type stuff. For shoots that might require makeup for men, we can address those things in the Collaboration Process to make sure our approach and lighting are appropriate for your vision. My professional retouching usually covers any issues that may arise skin-wise, so there are no worries in that department.

​Facial hair is a common concern for men. For some, the facial hair IS the man! If you’d like to shoot with facial hair I'm happy for you to come in with whatever level of growth you’d like. I'm here to capture your essence and style, so we can use facial hair to either accentuate or tame your ideas. Bring whatever grooming products you’ll need with you to get the job done.