STEP 1: BOOK A SESSION (Prepare with a consultation call and discussion about location, clothing etc.)
STEP 2: DO THE SESSION WITH MICHAEL! (Woo hoo!)
STEP 3: CHOOSE AN IMAGE COLLECTION FROM THE PRIVATE GALLERY OF IMAGES MICHAEL SENDS TO YOU (After the shoot)
STEP 4: WAIT 3-7 DAYS TO RECEIVE & DOWNLOAD YOUR DIGITAL IMAGES IN HIGH & LOW RESOLUTION (Sent via WeTransfer Pro)
Please read carefully: The session fee is required in advance to secure the session date. After the session, the purchase of an image collection is required. Please scroll down for details on session pricing and different Image Collection pricing options.
ALL SESSIONS (Except Branding Sessions)
This fee covers the session and photos must be purchased separately. See Below.- This fee covers the time of the session as well as preparation, downloading and gallery preparation.
- Please note that the CHF 299 session fee is to be paid in advance of the shoot and the Image Collection fee is paid after the shoot, once you choose your images.Â
- The purchase of an Image Collection is required.Â
- Most sessions last 45-90 minutes, with the exception of Branding Sessions which can require more planning and time during the session.Â
- Please see below for details on specific session types and Image Collection pricing/details.Â
STEP 2:
CHOOSE AN IMAGE COLLECTION
FAMILY IMAGE COLLECTIONS
Le Mini
Required CHF 299 Session Fee- Please note that the CHF 299 session fee is to be paid in advance of the shoot and the Image Collection fee is paid after the shoot, once you choose your images
- 8 Digital ImagesÂ
- 1-2 hours of shooting indoor or outdoor at my home studio in Crans or another agreed upon location
- We collaborate on ideas and I can give tips on location & wardrobe depending on season and your needs
- Includes photos of your whole family, kids alone, kids with each parent & just parents
- Includes natural action & posed photos, details & atmospheric shots
- A private online viewing gallery is available to you for image selection
- All of the photos you choose for your collection are edited w/ color & contrast correction & light retouching
- Your final image collection is delivered in high and low resolution for all of your printing and social media needs
Le Midi
Required CHF 299 Session Fee- Please note that the CHF 299 session fee is to be paid in advance of the shoot and the Image Collection fee is paid after the shoot, once you choose your images
- 15 Digital Images
- 1-2 hours of shooting indoor or outdoor at my home studio in Crans or another agreed upon location
- We collaborate on ideas and I can give tips on location & wardrobe depending on season and your needs
- Includes photos of your whole family, kids alone, kids with each parent & just parents
- Includes natural action & posed photos, details & atmospheric shots
- A private online viewing gallery is available to you for image selection
- All of the photos you choose for your collection are edited w/ color & contrast correction & light retouching
- Your final image collection is delivered in high and low resolution for all of your printing and social media needs
Le Maxi
Required CHF 299 Session Fee- Please note that the CHF 299 session fee is to be paid in advance of the shoot and the Image Collection fee is paid after the shoot, once you choose your images
- 25 Digital Images
- 1-2 hours of shooting indoor or outdoor at my home studio in Crans or another agreed upon location
- We collaborate on ideas and I can give tips on location & outfits depending on season and your needs
- Includes photos of your whole family, kids alone, kids with each parent & just parents
- Includes natural action & posed photos, details & atmospheric shots
- A private online viewing gallery is available to you for image selection
- All of the photos you choose for your collection are edited w/ color & contrast correction & light retouching
- Your final image collection is delivered in high and low resolution for all of your printing and social media needs
Every family Photography Package Includes:
- Consultation
- Option for pro Makeup/Hair
- Day-of shoot Schedule
- Sneak Peeks within 48-hours
- Full Gallery within 2-weeks
- Add-on retouching: CHF 75/hr
- Add-on images: CHF 35 ea
- Printing & Books: I design a photo book or holiday card for you with your chosen photos which I order from a high quality printing service provider. Please inquire for pricingÂ
MATERNITY IMAGE COLLECTIONS
Le Mini
Required CHF 299 Session Fee- Please note that the CHF 299 session fee is to be paid in advance of the shoot and the Image Collection fee is paid after the shoot, once you choose your images
- 5 Digital Images
- 1-2 hours of shooting indoor or outdoor at my home studio in Crans or another agreed upon location
We collaborate on ideas and I can give tips on outfit depending on season and your needs
- Includes photos of you alone, with your partner and children in one or two outfits
- Includes naturally posed photos sitting or standing & details of your belly if you desire
- A private online viewing gallery is created for image selection
- All of the photos you choose for your collection are edited w/ color & contrast correction
- Your final image collection is delivered in high and low resolution for all of your printing and social media needs
Le Midi
Required CHF 299 Session Fee- Please note that the CHF 299 session fee is to be paid in advance of the shoot and the Image Collection fee is paid after the shoot, once you choose your images
- 8 Digital Images
- 1-2 hours of shooting indoor or outdoor at my home studio in Crans or another agreed upon location
We collaborate on ideas and I can give tips on outfit depending on season and your needs
- Includes photos of you alone, with your partner and with children in one or two outfits
- Includes naturally posed photos sitting or standing & details of your belly if you desire
- A private online viewing gallery is created for image selection
- All of the photos you choose for your collection are edited w/ color & contrast correction
- Your final image collection is delivered in high and low resolution for all of your printing and social media needs
Le Maxi
Required CHF 299 Session Fee- Please note that the CHF 299 session fee is to be paid in advance of the shoot and the Image Collection fee is paid after the shoot, once you choose your images
- 15 Digital Images
- 1-2 hours of shooting indoor or outdoor at my home studio in Crans or another agreed upon location
- We collaborate on ideas and I can give tips on outfits depending on season and your needs
- Includes photos of you alone, with your partner and children in one or two outfits
- Includes naturally posed photos sitting or standing & details of your belly if you desire
- A private online viewing gallery is created for image selection
- All of the photos you choose for your collection are edited w/ color & contrast correction
- Your final image collection is delivered in high and low resolution for all of your printing and social media needs
Every maternity Photography Package Includes:
- 15% discount on 1st family portrait shoot or newborn shoot when you book maternity session and purchase an image collection (one time offer)
- Consultation
- Option for pro Makeup/Hair
- Day-of shoot Schedule
- Sneak Peeks within 48-hours
- Full Gallery within 2-weeks
- Add-on retouching: CHF 75/hr
- Add-on images: CHF 35 ea
- Printing & Books: I design a photo book or holiday card for you with your chosen photos which I order from a high quality printing service provider. Please inquire for pricing
NEWBORN IMAGE COLLECTIONS
Le Mini
Required CHF 299 Session Fee- Please note that the CHF 299 session fee is to be paid in advance of the shoot and the Image Collection fee is paid after the shoot, once you choose your images
- 8 Digital Images
- 2-3 hours of shooting indoor or outdoor at my home studio in Crans or another agreed upon location
We collaborate on ideas and I can give tips on styling depending on season and your needs
- Includes photos of your baby alone, with you and/or your partner and other children in one or two outfits
- Includes naturally posed photos sitting or standing & details of baby’s face, feet hands, etc.Â
- A private online viewing gallery is created for image selection
- All of the photos you choose for your collection are edited w/ color & contrast correction
- Your final image collection is delivered in high and low resolution for all of your printing and social media needs
Le Midi
Required CHF 299 Session Fee- Please note that the CHF 299 session fee is to be paid in advance of the shoot and the Image Collection fee is paid after the shoot, once you choose your images
- 15 Digital Images
- 2-3 hours of shooting indoor or outdoor at my home studio in Crans or another agreed upon location
- We collaborate on ideas and I can give tips on styling depending on season and your needs
- Includes photos of your baby alone, with you and/or your partner and other children in one or two outfits
- Includes naturally posed photos sitting or standing & details of baby’s face, feet hands, etc.Â
- A private online viewing gallery is created for image selection
- All of the photos you choose for your collection are edited w/ color & contrast correction
- Your final image collection is delivered in high and low resolution for all of your printing and social media needs
Le Maxi
Required CHF 299 Session Fee- Please note that the CHF 299 session fee is to be paid in advance of the shoot and the Image Collection fee is paid after the shoot, once you choose your images
- 25 Digital Images
- 2-3 hours of shooting indoor or outdoor at my home studio in Crans or another agreed upon location
- We collaborate on ideas and I can give tips on styling depending on season and your needs
- Includes photos of your baby alone, with you and/or your partner and other children in one or two outfits
- Includes naturally posed photos sitting or standing & details of baby’s face, feet hands, etc.Â
- A private online viewing gallery is created for image selection
- All of the photos you choose for your collection are edited w/ color & contrast correction
- Your final image collection is delivered in high and low resolution for all of your printing and social media needs
Every Newborn Photography Package Includes:
- 15% discount on 1st family portrait shoot or 1 year old birthday shoot when you book newborn session and purchase an image collection (one time offer).
- Consultation
- Day-of shoot Schedule
- Sneak Peeks within 48-hours
- Full Gallery within 2-weeks
- Add-on retouching: CHF 75/hr
- Add-on images: CHF 35 ea
- Printing & Books: I design a photo book or holiday card for you with your chosen photos which I order from a high quality printing service provider. Please inquire for pricing
PORTRAITS & BRANDING IMAGE COLLECTIONS
1 Photo
Session fee included- 1 Digital Image
- 30 minutes of shooting indoor or outdoor at my home studio in Crans-pré-Cèligny.
We collaborate on style and ideas. I can give tips on your outfits depending on season and your brand’s needs
- Includes 1 photo of you in 1 outfit
- You can choose between variations on poses (sitting, standing, closeup and 3/4 length) to suit your brand’s needsÂ
- A private online viewing gallery is created for image selection
- All of the photos you choose for your collection are edited w/ color & contrast correction
- Your final image collection is delivered in high and low resolution for all of your printing and social media needs
2 Photos
Session fee included- 2 Digital Images
- 30-40 minutes of shooting indoor or outdoor at my home studio in Crans-pré-Cèligny.
We collaborate on style and ideas. I can give tips on your outfits depending on season and your brand’s needs
- Includes 2 photos of you in 2 outfits or could also include a product shot instead
- You can choose between variations on poses (sitting, standing, closeup and 3/4 length) to suit your brand’s needsÂ
- A private online viewing gallery is created for image selection
- All of the photos you choose for your collection are edited w/ color & contrast correction
- Your final image collection is delivered in high and low resolution for all of your printing and social media needs
Le Mini
Session fee included- 8 Digital Images
- 2 hours of shooting indoor or outdoor at my home studio in Crans or a location of your choice within 15 mins of Nyon/La Cote region.Â
We collaborate on style, color, theme & other ideas. I can give tips on outfits, props and “product” shots, depending on the season and your brand’s needs
- Includes photos of you in 2 outfits
- Includes variations on poses (sitting, standing, closeup and 3/4 length) to suit your brand’s needsÂ
- A private online viewing gallery is created for image selection
- All of the photos you choose for your collection are edited w/ color & contrast correction
- Your final image collection is delivered in high and low resolution for all of your printing and social media needs
Le Midi
Session fee included- 20 Digital Images
- 2-3 hours of shooting indoor or outdoor at agreed upon location
We collaborate on style, color, theme & other ideas. I can give tips on outfits, props and “product” shots, depending on the season and your brand’s needs
- Includes photos of you in 3-4 outfits, photos of your product and office space or store, other still lifes and atmospheric shots for social media and brand cohesion
- Includes naturally posed photos sitting or standing in various locations that suit your brand’s look and feelÂ
- A private online viewing gallery is created for image selection
- All of the photos you choose for your collection are edited w/ color & contrast correction
- Your final image collection is delivered in high and low resolution for all of your printing and social media needs
Le Maxi
Session fee included- 40 Digital Images
- Full day of shooting (Includes time for breaks and lunch ). Typically 5-6 hours of shooting indoor or outdoor at agreed upon location
- We collaborate on style, color, theme & other ideas. I can give tips on outfits, props and “product” shots, depending on the season and your brand’s needs
- Includes photos of you in 4-5 outfits, photos of your product and office space or store, other still lifes and atmospheric shots for social media and brand cohesion
- Includes naturally posed photos sitting or standing in various locations that suit your brand’s look and feelÂ
- A private online viewing gallery is created for image selection
- All of the photos you choose for your collection are edited w/ color & contrast correction and light retouching
- Your final image collection is delivered in high and low resolution for all of your printing and social media needs
- When needed, I will advise on logo design and color themes to help create a cohesive and attractive brand
Every POrtrait & Branding Photography Package Includes:
- Consultation
- Option for pro Makeup/Hair
- Day-of shoot Schedule
- Sneak Peeks within 48-hours
- Full Gallery within 4-weeks
- Add-on retouching: CHF 75/hr
- Add-on images: CHF 35 ea
REAL ESTATE & DESIGN IMAGE COLLECTIONS
Real Estate- Apartments
Session fee included- Studio Flat: CHF 300
- Includes 8-10 digital photos + 1 building exterior shot if needed
- 1 Bed Flat: CHF 350
- Includes 10-15 digital photos + 1 building exterior shot if needed
- 2 Bed Flat: CHF 400
- Includes 15-20 digital photos + 1 building entryway or exterior shot if needed
- 3 Bed Flat: CHF 450
- Includes 20-25 digital photos + 1 building exterior shot if needed
- 4 Bed Flat: CHF 500
- Includes 25-30 digital photos + 1 building exterior shot if needed
- 5 Bed Flat: CHF 550
- Includes 25-30 digital photos + 1 building exterior shot if needed
- A private online viewing gallery is created for image selection
- All of the photos you choose for your collection are edited w/ color & contrast correction
- Your final image collection is delivered in high and low resolution for all of your printing and social media needs
Real Estate- Homes
Session fee included- 2 Bed House: CHF 450
  20-25 digital photos including 3 exteriors
- Â 3 Bed House: CHF 500
 25-30 digital photos including 3 exteriors
- Â 4 Bed House: CHF 550
 30-35 digital photos including 3-4 exteriors
- Â 5 Bed House: CHF 600+
 30+ digital photos including 4-5 exteriors if possible. For homes larger than this, customized prices are available upon request.
- Â A private online viewing gallery is created for image selection
- All of the photos you choose for your collection are edited w/ color & contrast correction
- Your final image collection is delivered in high and low resolution for all of your printing and social media needs
Interior Design
- I am currently developing standardized pricing for this service. Please contact me for a consultation and personalized quote to fit your project!
Every real estate & design Photography Package Includes:
- Consultation
- Day-of shoot Schedule
- File delivery within 48 hrs
- Add-on retouching: CHF 75/hr
- Add-on images: CHF 35 ea
faq
FREQUENTLY ASKED
Can I still book a shoot during the covid-19 pandemic?
As per the regulations of the Canton of Vaud, I am still operating my home studio and business with certain restrictions. For outdoor shoots, I maintain the required distance of 1.5 meters and wear a mask. Indoor studio shoots occur with a maximum of two adult subjects at a time. For example, individual head shot sessions, an expecting mother and her partner or two parents with their baby or children. I observe the guidelines for distancing of 1.5 meters and I wear a mask at all times. I recommend that subjects not eat in the studio when possible. I have an outdoor area for this. I also recommend we limit the indoor sessions to one hour.Â
When is the best time of day to schedule a shoot?
For outdoor photo shoots, I prefer to schedule for the “Golden Hour”. This is the most beautiful time of day when everything glows and harsh unwanted shadows disappear. Golden Hour is either sunrise or sunset. So depending on the season this could be 6 am or 8 am, 5 pm or 8 pm. Indoor shoots can be more flexible.Â
How do I choose and receive the photos for my image collection?
After our session together, I spend a significant amount of time adjusting and preparing your images. I upload everything to a private online gallery for you in SmugMug and send you the link. In the SmugMug gallery, you can choose your favorites by taking note of the file numbers. Then you can send me an email with your list and retouching requests. After finalizing and perfecting the final images for your collection, I send the the photos to you in high and low resolution via a WeTransfer link. There you can download to your computer or external hard drive.
Do you shoot weddings?
Yes! I have photographed many weddings. At this time, I am accepting wedding bookings on per-job basis. It depends on the size of the wedding and the budget. If you are planning a wedding and have questions about how I work, please send me an email- I am happy to chat with you!
Is it possible to schedule a shoot at my own house?
Yes, I am happy to come to you for portrait, maternity or newborn shoots. For the best photos, please note that it is necessary that you have a bright and clean home. Big windows are required and an outdoor space is a plus! If this is not the style of home you have, I offer sessions at my home studio which fits these requirements.
What size will the final images be when they are delivered?Â
I will send you two versions of each final image in your collection. One version is a “high resolution” Jpeg image. It is 300 DPI and several megabytes and is suitable for printing (promo material, large wall art and publications). The other version is a “low resolution” Jpeg image. It is 72 DPI and less than 1 MB. This version is suitable for web, email and social media use only. Low resolution images are not suitable for printing. I do not send RAW images.
Do you have a studio?
I have a studio set up in my home with professional studio lighting and backdrops. I welcome maternity, head shot and newborn clients. The studio features natural light, stylish furnishings and a variety of prop options. Additionally, I have a beautiful garden where I like to take fun and natural photos, especially during the Golden Hour.
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