It seems like photographers are constantly changing and/or raising there prices, right? Well...I have always tried my best to not do that. My pricing has been pretty much the same since we arrived here in Minot (with the exception of my FREE sessions my first few months here!), but for the most part they have not changed. I think it looks very unprofessional to be constantly changing your pricing just because you are getting more clients, or want new equipment. With that said, not much in the way of pricing is changing here! I am adding a few new things to sessions as far as options and such, and here they are:
Proofing books
ALL sessions will now come with an actual "proofing book". I know I have offered "proof books" the last few years, but these will be different, and I will need to change the name to not confuse people. The new "proofing books" will be 8x11 spiral bound books that contain all of you images from your session. There will be anywhere from 4-20 photos per page, and under each photo will contain the image number. I have decided to add these for many reasons.
1) You will be able to see all your images in print, with out a water mark.
2) You will have a (small) copy of every picture from your session
3) When you re order, you can just refer to your fancy schmancy book!
You will be able to pick up your proofs within a couple of days of your session being posted!
All sessions beginning in 2011 will now receive this with there session! You will be able to purchase additional proofing books for $30 each, but this must be ordered, and paid in full at the time of your session, so be sure to ask your family if they would like one (or buy extra as gifts!)
Any previous sessions will have the option to purchase one of these books for $35!
The price of your session will not change, however, your print credit will be decreasing. Instead of a $50 print credit with every session, you will now only have a $25 print credit, but...you will have a proofing book to keep forever!
(I will have a sample of this in my studio for you to come check out!)
From now on, my previous "proof books" will now be called just flip books. They will still contain all images from the session as well (this seemed to be a very satisfying change for all!) and will be $80 for the 4x6 and $100 for the 5x7 size. Also, from now on, these books will always be buy 3, get the 4th free! (When ordered all at once, and all the exact same book!)
Stand out prints:
These are a cool new way to display your photos! Stand out prints are a great alternative (and way cheaper) to canvas and wraps. Standout is the perfect contemporary mounting option that doesn’t require a frame to hang on the wall. The sleek edges and sides of the Standout mount can create a modern wall display with the focus all on the image. They come in 3/4" black editing in sizes 8x10 and up. There is an additional charge to the print, based on the print size. EX: 8x10 $20 + $25 for standout= $45.
Low Resolution Images
After much consideration, and looking into how much of a digital world we live in.... I have decided to add the option of low resolution, unwatermarked images to sessions with a minimum print purchase. These will be for the sole purpose of social networking, such as facebook, email and blogs. They will NOT include a print release.
They will be available for FREE with any print purchase of $300 or more. (Does not include session fee or print credit). These will not be available for purchase. Complete sets of watermarked low resolution images may be purchased for $75, with no minimum purchase.
High Resolution Images
A few months ago I decided to make your digital images available for purchase. For the time being this will remain the same. $300 for your full session. $150 for any sort of mini session/event. $50 each for individual images. Also, with any disc purchase, you will receive 25% off of prints from that session, for life.
Specialty Sessions
What are specialty sessions you ask? Specialty sessions usually come in the form of newborn or high school senior shoots. The reason they are special is because they are even more custom then a regular family photo session.
Newborn Sessions
A newborn session lasts on average around 2-3 hours. There are tons of poses, outfit/prop changes, and lots of poop and pee clean up! Also during these sessions, you will usually need to stop and feed or the baby might needs lots of comforting to get them nice and sleepy like we want them. It is preferred that newborn sessions take place in my studio, as I have a huge selection of props and such that are used, but they can also be done in your home if you prefer. The fresher the better. I have shot babies as early as 24 hours old. Newborn sessions need to be done within the first 14 days of birth. To schedule a newborn shoot, you start out just giving me your due date, so I can have a note on my calender of the time frame we should be expecting your little miracle. As soon as the baby is born (or you have an induction or c-section date) we will schedule the session. I ALWAYS leave time for newborn shoots each week, so you can always be fitted in within a few days of birth!
Senior Sessions:
Why have your senior's photos look just like everyone else? All senior sessions are 100% custom. You chose the locations, outfits, and "props" that personalize these photos. You can include sports, hobbies, or even just something that your senior loves (shoes, purses, cars, shopping, technology...seriously, the possibilities are endless!)
Investments:
Newborn Sessions $199
For babies up to 14 days old
Unlimited Time (Newborn sessions usually take anywhere from 2-4 hours)
2 sets of Birth announcements (50 cards)
Spiral bound flipbook containing every image
8x11 proofbook 3-6 pages, contains all images
$50 Print Credit
Senior Sessions $299 (On Location and in Studio)
Upto 5 hours of shooting
Unlimited Locations including an in studio time
Unlimited Wardrobe Changes
2 sets of Graduation Announcements (50 cards) Or 2 sets of 48 wallets (2 poses, 96 total)
All Photos in a spiral bound flip book
8x11 proofbook 3-6 pages, contains all images
$50 Print Credit
1st Birthday Cake Smash Session $125
Includes a spiral bound flipbook containing every image from session
8x11 proofbook 3-6 pages, contains all images
All specialty sessions include 20% off all prints, and a personal proof website for 30 days.
Stacy VanDyck VS. Nature
The last few years, I have had quite a few inquiries about purchasing some of the random photos of "nature" that I have taken. I find I am getting more and more emails and messages about making them available for purchase, so, guess what? They will be! We are going to launch a new website of just strictly nature art! It will have all my nature prints in various categories, including: Sunsets, beaches, animals, plants, etc. They will be available for prints 8x10 and up, and my standard pricing will apply. However the first month I will be having a print sale and they will all be 25% off!
Also, with any of the nature prints, I can add text, such as a bible verse, or words of encouragement, anywhere on the print, at no additional charge.
