frequently asked questions.
Check you session details to see how many images are included in your specific session. Your gallery will contain the best images from your session for you to make your final selections from (typically more than your session fee includes). For example, 15 images are included but you have 25 to select from. You have the option to purchase additional images individually or upgrade to purchase all the remaining images in the gallery over those included in your session fee. View a sample gallery here!
All sessions will uploaded to an online gallery linked to my professional printing lab - making it easy to download your selections, or order prints and products directly through the gallery. You can also share your gallery online or email it to friends and family to view. If you would like to have your selections put on CD or USB, a fee of $15 will apply.
The majority of the gallery will contain candid images of your child interacting with Santa. It will include some lap portraits and a family portrait (with and without Santa) if you desire.
View a sample gallery here!
This would depend on where you are having your session. Let me give you a breakdown!
1. RIVERVIEW is a historic farmstead that we use during November. Overall, the vibe is rustic and cozy. Very traditional feeling with warm tones and festive reds and greens. We also utilize some of the outdoors for these sessions.
2. IN - HOME: Whatever your home and décor look like - that's what we'll capture! It truly is a session to show off Santa in your family's unique space!
3. BUSINESS sessions typically we will take a traditional backdrop option and a chair or bench to use with clients at the location of your choice.
Honestly, this is a concern for a lot of families. Santa and I do have some tricks up our sleeves to accomplish beautiful photos BUT sometimes children still cry or don't smile during the session and that's OKAY. We encourage you to embrace the moment no matter how your child reacts. I promise you will look back at those images and they will be some of your favorites.
If I see your child is completely frightened, we can include a parent if that will help your child be more comfortable or we will finish the session with your child by themselves (without Santa). Please also keep in mind that refunds and reshoots will NOT be given if you are unhappy with your child's reaction to Santa.
Santa's House Call hopes to be part of a new holiday tradition for your family. If you child has never met Santa, we recommend introducing them to him before the session. You can read stories, show them photos, watch movies, and talk up the session! If you child is older, you can suggest they write a letter to bring for Santa.
You can help to
Bad weather - not to worry! Most of our sessions are done indoors!
We are comfortable using many types of lighting to make the images great no matter the weather!
I know how hard it can be to get all the outfits together so I'm here to help!
Some families decide on more formal Christmas attire and others choose holiday-themed pajamas.
I'll be sending a Client Preparation Guide to offer more specific suggestions on color combinations and where to find clothing options.
Santa's House Call typically sells out each year. We release booking to previous clients and our mailing list first each year. So, if you'd like to be up on the news - join the mailing list below!
Payments are made typically through our online booking portal for your ease and convenience. Santa's House Call does also accept check if needed.
