FAQ’s
- ~ Why should I choose you? (What’s in it for me?)
We offer great customer service and guarantee all of our portraits; we also provide a fun and relaxing portrait session and make it a memorable one! We have clothing provided if you do not have anything; we offer refreshments, complementary wall portrait hanging and sizing, confirmation calls, we are efficient and always early. We also offer a variety of services such as portraits of Children, Family’s, High School Seniors, Business Portraits, Couples, Boudoir, Photo Restoration as well as weddings. We strive to create a very elegant portrait for your home décor and for it to be passed down for generations and generations.
- ~ Why do you suggest a pre consultation?
In order for us to create a timeless portrait we must understand our client and need to discuss what they have in mind and so that we can create in our minds the final portrait. As well as to answer any questions and show what all we have to offer. This will last about 20-30min and is by appointment only.
- ~ What is a creation fee?
A creation fee is the fee that we charge to create your portrait. To answer the question “How much is a portrait session?” is a bit like trying to describe “how long a piece of string”? There is a nominal creation fee and then it is up to you as to how little or how much you would like to budget towards your portrait order. As a rule of thumb, it can be anywhere from just a few hundred dollars to several thousand. JfanPhoto’s goal is to create emotive portraits that you will cherish for life. Our Studio creation fee is $95 and our Environmental portrait session is $150. A minimum of 50% is due at time of booking.
- ~ What do I have to do to book a session?
You must first have a consultation and from there we will schedule a day and a time for you to come in for your portrait creation.
- ~ How will I view my images?
After the session we will schedule a day and a time for you to come back and view your portraits in our projection room. Please have all decision makers present at this time as the order must be placed at this time.
- ~ How long does it take to get the final images?
Your portraits will can take up to four to six weeks to create.
- ~ What should I wear?
- ~ What will my session be like?
In a word…FUN! You might be a little nervous at first, but not for long. Our friendly atmosphere will have you relaxed in no time!
- ~ How early should I arrive?
To enjoy the full value of your photo-shoot experience, we suggest you arrive a minimum of 15 minutes prior to your appointment. Starting your session on time allows you to receive the full benefit of your complete and unhurried service.
- ~ How long is the photo session?
Your portrait session will last as long as we need it to until we get all of the shots we or you need the session is not over. It usually will last from 45 min – 1 hr
- ~ What time of day is best for environmental portraits?
Early morning or late afternoon.
- ~ Do you offer images from my portrait session on CD?
Yes, However we cannot guarantee the print quality to our standards.
- ~ How can I reschedule my portrait session?
In the event of needing to rescheduling we require a 24hr notice.
- ~ Do you guarantee your portraits?
Yes! If your portraits are damaged due to time we will replace them at no cost.
