Hello all. Ok so my daughters father wants to do something like a "photo shoot" for our daughters 6th birthday. He would rather spend his money on that than a party. Does anyone know a good and inexpensive child photographer that would do a "photo shoot". We would supply the outfits and of course we would do her hair just need the photographer. Thanks!
Wow I got so many wonderful responses. I didn't think to let you guys know where I'm at. We're in Oakland but can travel if we need to. To be honest with you we've done the Picture People/Sears thing and are looking for something a bit more specialized. I've got a lot of websites to check out. Thanks to all you wonderful understanding moms. My daughter will be so happy if we decide to do this.
Thank you Kim for being the sole voice of reason. That was my first thought as well. I can't imagine a 5 year old wanting a photo shoot over a party.
Hi S.,
Looks like you have a few options already, but I wanted to suggest my friend Chloe Jackman. She's in SF, but would travel some distance. I don't know her rates, but I do know her photography is beautiful. If you want to send me an email to ____@____.com, I can send you a couple of the head shots she took of my son. She just put up her new website, www.chloejackman.com, but doesn't have much up yet.
good luck!
A.
Where are you located?
http://thompsonphotography.shutterfly.com
Depending on your location..would be the price.
How long of a photo shoot?
This is my husband's site, depending on where you are located and how much time you would like it would be around $50.
Hi S., I just joined mamapedia and saw your question. If you are ever looking for high quality photographs that are affordable (I include a CD of photos with my packages) as your family grows older, my site is P. Waite Photography (www.peichiwaite.com). I'm a mother to two little ones (a boy and a girl), so I'm incredibly patient with my young clients, and their parents have been very happy with their photographs. I am located in the SF East Bay, but am available for travel. Thanks! P.
I recommend CLIX! in the Willows shopping ctr in Concord a well. We just had some pix taken for family & for our X-Mas card that turned out really nice. Just be forewarned: 1) they will try to sell you one of their packages which can be pretty pricey & 2) be prepareed to spend a lot of time going thru the pix & choosing poses & sheets. I have also used Picture People in Sun Valley (they're in most malls) for quite some time. They're cheaper & the photogs are less experienced but still get good shots at good prices: no sitting fees & $18/sheet of photos.
Hi S.,
I am a photographer located in Dublin, CA. I do on location now, but will eventually turn my garage into a studio, hopefully :-) You can view my website at www.essenceofthesoulphotography.com I specialize in Children, Family, Maternity, Newborns, etc... I would love the opportunity to take pictures of your daughter. You can reach me at ###-###-#### My price is $300, but of that $300, $150 goes towards the purchase of prints. I spend 1-2 hours taking pictures, and I also have props as well that she can use. TUTU's and TEASETS, ETC... Thanks
N. Darling
Essence Of The Soul Photography
____@____.com Also known as Dave
I'm a photographer and I deal mostly with kids. I do outdoor photo shoots. We find a nice place outdoors and take about 75-10 pics. I give 5x7 prints of each pic taken in an album and give you the negatives to do with what you please.
I also make a dvd with music using the pics taken.
My name is V. and you can reach me at ###-###-####. I live in Eureka but will be traveling in a few days from Eureka and Orange County. Perhaps you are along the way.
BTW, if you are hiring a photographer, you might consider getting pics of the whole family if you haven't already.
maybe put a hand made add at the local college for the photography students. you could ask to see their portfolio before you choose someone
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Woody Hunt Photography
P.M.B. #257
979 Golf Course Drive
Rohnert Park, CA 94928
Telephone: ###-###-####
This gentleman is a great photographer and is a father of two VERY rambunctious boys. I know him through little league and he is EXTREMELY patient and kind. I don't know his prices as his website is under construction, nor do I know if he travels or if you would have to come to him. But here's the contact information for him.
Good luck and have fun with this :)
Hi S.,
Not sure if this is what you had in mind, but I love the Picture People studios. There's no sitting fee. As many people can be in the photos as you like for one fee. One page (8x10 or 2 5x7 or 8 wallets, etc.) is $18-$20 each. They advertise a lot of coupons so you can often get up to 20% off every additional sheet.
If you Google Picture People you can look up where they have locations. I go to the one in Modesto. They are geared toward children, are very friendly, and very professional. I got a photo of my son every month from the time he was 8 months old to 26 months old.
The only downfall to them, I think, is that they don't have a variety of backdrops. They have solid blue, black, brown, white, and cloudy looking. But they take GREAT pictures full of personality, there are always lots to choose from (even with my shy son) and they offer a variety of photo packages if you want more than one picture.
A.
What area of town...I know a great photographer in the Elk Grove area...her work is fantastic!
Hi S..... Not sure of the prices, but Allison Branda is fabulous! Her website is http://www.allyseye.com/ She is based in San Francisco, but travels all over the bay area ;) She has done some covers for Bay Area Parent....
Hope this helps ;)
Hi S.,
http://www.mamasource.com/respond/7890238621272244225
I know a great personal friend Subrata Guha whose into children's and family portraits. You can have a look at his website www.fine-arts-imagery.com. I have done my kids photo shoots and family portraits form him for the past 2 year's now, and believe me he's very patient, and understanding with them and the parents as well. Definitely not break a bank kind at all..
Hope this is helpful
C.
Amanda Morello - Fair Oaks, California
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Hello Sara, I dont know where you are located but CLIX! in Willows Shopping Center in Concord is great. Tell either Melanie or Christy (the two owners) that "A Strandwood Mom" sent you. Strandwood is the school our kids go to. They do fantastic work and I guarantee you will not be disappointed.
This person was recomended thru my other mom's board. Not sure on her pricing. but worth a try.
Hello - My friend Tracy takes great pictures for a reasonable price; she's in SJ ###-###-####.
Hi S.!
I know of a wonderful photographer that I've seen the work of, but I don't know how much she costs.
Here's the info:
www.capturedmomentsbycynthia.com
Here kid work is adorable!
:o)N.
Hi S. - my husband is a professional photographer and would be happy to do a photo shoot for you. Please email him at ____@____.com, and he'll send you some sample photos of our 3-1/2 year old son so you can see samples of his work. Here is his contact info, and/or you can contact me too:
Leo Marchis
###-###-#### (mobile)
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Sincerely,
Y.
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Hi S.,
I am a photographer located in Folsom. My rates are very reasonable. Please check out my website and my blog and let me know if you are interested! Most of my shoots are outside, but with this weather we can do indoor with backdrops and lighting.
www.shoopsshutter.com
http://shoopsshutter.bigfolioblog.com/
Thanks,
A.
I have a friend who is just starting out in photography. She took great pictures of my nephew. Her name is Trish Trammell, you can reach her at trishtrammellphotography.com
Stay at home mother of 4
We use an amazing photographer for all of our "big moments." SHe is completely wonderful and easy to work with.
here is her web address:
fosnight-fotography.com
SHe in in the sonoma county area. Her prices are reasonable and she gets the job done painlessly and professionaly. SHe has also done many "child oriented foo foo photo shoots."
Are you sure this is what SHE wants? I think she's pretty young to start thinking that "how she looks" is ever this important.
sylvia fife with great fx photography is great & well priced! www.greatfxphotography.com
