AFTER THE SESSION | AmyMedinaPhotography

AFTER YOUR PHOTO SESSION

A Thank You

FROM AMY MEDINA PHOTOGRAPHY

I've always believed that a photo session is more than just the pictures you get when all is said and done (though the photograph part is pretty cool). It's an entire experience from start to finish, and one that often leaves me feeling like my clients are friends!

With that said, I want to sincerely thank you from the bottom of my heart for scheduling your recent photo session with me. I know there are plenty of amazing photographers out there, so knowing that you scheduled with me has me feeling particularly grateful.

So obviously, your session was amazing. I cannot tell you how excited I am to process the photographs and get them to you ASAP. I'm sure you've got plenty of questions, many of which will be answered as you flip through the pages in this guide. You'll learn what to expect in terms of photo processing, you'll get instructions on ordering prints and products, and I'll teach you how to log into your personal online gallery.

If you have any more questions, don't hesitate to give me a buzz or shoot me a note. And again, thank you so much for choosing Amy Medina Photography!

Your Photography Friend,
Amy

FAQ's ANSWERED

How long does it take to get my pictures?

You'll typically have access to all your images via an online gallery within 2-3 weeks of your session. From there, it takes approximately 1 to 2 weeks (depending on when and what you order) for you to receive your images. Please refer to our Photo Processing Timeline in this information packet for more details.

What if I don't want my session blogged or posted on social media?

I completely respect your right to privacy. If you would prefer to not have your images posted on social media or on my blog, I will refrain from doing so. Do note that your images will be uploaded to an online gallery, but this is password protected and nobody else can access your images except for you.

Can I share my online gallery with other people?

Absolutely! Sometimes it's nice to have others look through your images to help you decide which pictures to print. You have the option to share your gallery.

When is the sales appointment? How do I order my prints and products?

Good news! I don't do pushy sales appointments. You can conveniently order all your prints and products online in your own home from your personalized print store! It is pretty easy to use but I am happy to help walk you through the process.

When do I pay for my prints and products?

When you get the link to your preview slide show you are given the option to purchase one of three Collections. Each collection includes digital images and print credit to order prints. Once you choose and pay for the collection your gallery and print store is opened for your to download your digitals and use your print credit to order your prints.

What happens if I don't like a print or product?

I stand by the quality of our prints and products and want to make sure that you are absolutely thrilled with them. If there is an issue with your order, we will work diligently to replace the affected items in a timely manner.

How can I contact you?

Feel free to call, email, or even text whenever you need to at 951.768.4223 or amymedinaphotography@gmail.com

I'll respond within 24 hours

Print & Digital Collections

THE ULTIMATE COLLECTION

$1075

($3000 a la carte value)

For those wanting to invest in heirlooms or want the full gallery of images!

ALL High Resolution & Social Media sized digitals in gallery

Personal Use & Print Release.

$200 print credit

to use in your custom online gallery & print store

THE DELUXE COLLECTION

$575

($800 a la carte value)

The most popular collection!

20 High Resolution & Social Media sized digitals

Personal Use & Print Release

$100 print credit

to use in your custom online gallery & print store

THE ESSENTIAL COLLECTION

$275

($400 a la carte value)

Best for milestones and holidays!

10 High Resolution & Social Media sized digitals

Personal Use & Print Release

$50 print credit

to use in your custom online gallery & print store

Photo Processing Timeline

I carefully go through your session photographs one by one to ensure every single picture you receive is perfect.

Here is an idea of my workflow and what is happening with your photos after your session.

1. Your Session.

The fun part!

2. The Transfer.

I move all your images from my camera to my computer where it is backed up into cloud storage and imported into digital photo processing software.

3. The culling down to just the best.

You may have heard rapid-fire shutter clicks during your session. I have a heavy shutter finger. But I do this because I want to be sure I get at least one good image from each pose. And, it is helpful when photographing groups because someone is always blinking or looking away in most of the photos. And sometimes I'm trying camera settings and not all of them are going to turn out.

A 30-45 minute session can yield about 500-800 images. A 45-90 minute session can yield about 1000-2000 images! This alone can take a few hours.

Some people think they want to see ALL the images I click at a session. Trust me when I tell you, you don't.

I go through and delete too dark or too bright, dark, blurry or missed focus, blinks and weird outtake expressions (unless they are hilarious), and duplicates (which consists of the bulk that gets deleted). If a photo has the slightest potential, I keep it.

4. The editing process.

This is where the magic starts to happen! Images from a professional camera don't come straight out of the camera ready to be seen. Think of the "raw" image as the digital version of the film negative. It's my job to process the images and bring them to life by fine-tuning the sharpness, balancing exposure, and tones.

5. Retouching.

I deliver photos with standard retouching. This includes smoothing skin, removing temporary blemishes & distracting background elements, minor clothing malfunctions, and some stray hairs. etc. I get the worst of these things in the first pass but if you notice something you would like me to try to fix please let me know. Please understand that if the request is on multiple images or includes body sculpting or photo manipulation, there may be an additional charge.

This is the most lengthy and labor-intensive part of the process. Each image can take 5-30 minutes.

6. Your Slideshow Preview, Gallery, and Print Store are made and a link is sent for you to see!

After seeing your slide show and knowing how your photos turned out, it is then time to choose your image and print collection. Once it is purchased your gallery and print store are activated for you to view your gallery, download and share your purchased images, and order heirloom printed products.

7. Enjoy your images!

Your downloads are available to choose and download immediately after purchasing your collection. Shipping time for printed products is variable and depends on what you order.

photography should be lived with and enjoyed

Digital files live on hard drives, on USBs in desk drawers, or on the crowded cloud where you’ll never find them. I know you have the best of intentions for printing them someday. Creating that beautiful gallery wall or photo book is on your to do list (and has been for some time). But who really has time for that? And wouldn’t that time be better spent with the loved ones in the photos anyway? Leave the design and print work up to me and you’ll have gorgeous prints and more free time. Win-win.

Print Products

Use your print credit and/or shop a la carte in your personalized print shop for any of these beautifully printed items.

PRINTS

Printed on professional photo paper with a semi-gloss finish, for the highest quality long-lasting print.
8 WALLETS $35 | 4x6 $12 | 5x7 $17.50 | 8x10 $35 |11x14 $50 | 6x20 $75 | 16x24 $95 | 20x30 $135
| 24x36 $235 | 30x40 $275
quantity discounts offered.

WOOD FOLIO BOX

These elegant wooden print boxes are perfect for storing and preserving prints and conveys a rustic feel with the natural finish.
The prints are printed on professional photo paper with a semi-gloss finish.
Available with a minimum of 10 prints and up to 100 prints.
5x7 Box -$250
prints -$ 15 each

PRINT PACK

Create a collection with 24 of your favorite photos in this multi-image print set. Perfect for casually displaying around your home.
Printed on recycled matte paper with a 0.2" border.
24 4x6s $120

PANORAMIC PRINTS

A traditional photographic print with a semi-gloss finish.
Produced using the highest quality Kodak Professional paper and processes in a wide format print. $25 - $75

ORNAMENTS

These modern style metal ornaments are printed on an ultra-hard scratch-resistant surface that is waterproof/weatherproof, with dyes infused into the surface showcasing vibrant colors and include a decorative natural fiber twine ribbon, from which you can hang your beloved memories.
$25 ea

METAL PRINTS

These metal prints represent a new medium for preserving photos.
The ultra-hard scratch-resistant surface is waterproof/weatherproof, with dyes infused into the surface, creating almost magical luminescence.
8X12 $100 | 12X18 $175
| 16X24 $275 | 20X30
$375 | 30X40 $775

MATTED & FRAMED PRINTS

Photographic print with a semi-gloss finish, framed in a wooden box-style frame with a front acrylic, permanently sealed with a black backing paper.
Pre-assembled and ready to hang. Comes with hanging hardware.
12X18 $235 | 20X24 $345 | 30X40 $790

FRAMED PRINTS

LINEN FOLIO BOX

These print boxes are wrapped in linen, perfect for storing and preserving prints.
Featuring a black ribbon to easily lift prints out of the box and a magnetic closure for a finished look.
Boxes hold up to 100 images, which are printed on professional photo paper with a semi-gloss finish.
Available in a variety of linens.
4x6 Box $150 prints $5 ea | 5x7 Box $250.00 prints $10.00 ea | 8x10 Box 300.00 prints 30.00 ea

GALLERY BOARDS

Printed on a beautiful matte art paper and mounted to a light rigid cardboard, for a durable and long-lasting print. These gallery boards are wonderful for displaying on their own or in a custom frame.
5x7 $30.00 | 8x10 $45.00 | 11x14 $65.00

FOIL GREETING CARDS

Cards are press printed on matte recycled paper using the highest quality press printing technology available.
The unique designs are perfect for the holidays and feature a choice of silver, gold, and copper foil lettering.
Greeting cards come in a pack of 24 with a white backside, along with blank white Watercolor paper envelopes.
5x7 Pack of 24 $85.00

CANVAS PRINTS

These fine art canvas wraps are printed directly onto museum-quality canvas using archival ink, with a beautiful finish and sleek black border. This canvas arrives ready to hang with black paper backing, sawtooth hangers, and bumpers.
8x8 $150 | 8x10 $165 | 10x10 $180 | 11x14 $225 | 12x18 $325 | 16x20 $285 | 16x24 $275 | 20x30x $325 | 24x36 | $375

FOLDING FOLIO

Unique , Standalone keepsakes for your photos. Printed on luxurious Deep Matte photo paper and matted with a beveled white mat, these elegant folios include sealed prints and are available in a variety of linens.
5x7 Duo $150 | 8x10 Duo $200 | 5x7 Trio $250 | 8x10 $275

PRESS PRINTED CARDS

Personalized photo cards printed on matte recycled paper, these beautiful cards are perfect for all occasions.
Greeting cards come in a single-image pack of 24 along with white stationery envelopes.
24 Pack Flat 5x7 Cards $55 | 24 Pack Folded 5x7 Cards $80

ACRYLIC PRINTS

Printed on Fine Art LexJet paper and set under a clear acrylic with an glare-free finish, featuring polished edges for a modern looking display.
Backed with white paper backing and packaged with hanging hardware.
8x12 $215 | 12x18 $340 | 16x24 $475 | 20x30 $620 | 24x36 $885 | 30x40 $1500

LINEN HARDCOVER BOOKS

These lovely hinged books are created using seven-dye ink that showcases shadows as well as bright colors.
Printed on Canon luster paper available with a variety of linen cover options with foil lettering.
Minimum of 20 pages (10 spreads) and maximum of 100 pages (50 spreads).
8x8 20 page $250 | 10x10 20 page $350 | 12x12 20 page $450

LAY FLAT ALBUM

These premium albums are printed on high-end Fuji Deep Matte paper that offers a true matte with bright whites, a wide color range and subdued blacks. Bound together with thick pages for seamless lay flat spreads.
Available with a linen cover or with a custom photo cover layout.
8x8 20 page $450 | 10x10 20 page $550 | 12x12 20 page $650

MAGAZINES

These saddle-stitched magazines are printed on matte recycled paper with custom photo cover layouts.
Magazines come in a pack of two and are available with a minimum of 16 pages (8 spreads) and maximum of 60 pages (30 spreads).
Dimensions: 8.5"x8.5"
Set of 2 $95

CALENDARS

These 12 month calendars are printed on matte paper (240gsm) with 7 dye-based inks for an ultimate quality print.
With smooth gradations, true-to-life colors, and superior clarity these calendars will make your day any time of the year.
$50.00

DIGITAL DOWNLOADS

Download High-res photos. Social Media sized file included with every image.
$35

AFTER YOUR PHOTO SESSION

A Thank You

Your Photography Friend, Amy

FAQ's ANSWERED

Print & Digital Collections

THE ULTIMATE COLLECTION

THE DELUXE COLLECTION

THE ESSENTIAL COLLECTION

Photo Processing Timeline

I carefully go through your session photographs one by one to ensure every single picture you receive is perfect. Here is an idea of my workflow and what is happening with your photos after your session.

photography should be lived with and enjoyed

Print Products

Your Photography Friend,
Amy

I carefully go through your session photographs one by one to ensure every single picture you receive is perfect.

Here is an idea of my workflow and what is happening with your photos after your session.