FAQs

What can I expect from a 20-minute session?

This 20-minute session is designed for couples or small families who want to create lasting memories without the need for a long photoshoot, especially helpful when you have little ones. At just $300, you’ll receive a collection of at least 30 professional edited images that tell the story of your time together, capturing the joy, love, and connection you share. It’s a wonderful opportunity to freeze these precious moments in time and create a variety of stunning photos, all in a shorter, more convenient session. Recommended for couples and smaller immediate families. If you’re looking to get photos for your larger family/group, please consider booking a 40-minute session.

What can I expect from a 40-minute session?

If you’re looking for more time during your photo session, you are more than welcome to book back to back sessions in the reservation calendar. To do so, please select your start time and click on the option for “add time” and select the next time slot (if it’s available). By doing so, you’ll receive a 40-minute session from the start of your initial booking time and 75 edited images in your gallery. For those looking to fully capture the spirit of you and your partner, your family, and/or group, this 40-minute session offers the prefect amount of time to dive deeper in your photo session. The longer session allows for a relaxed, unhurried experience, making it easier to capture genuine expressions and interactions. Priced at $600, you’ll receive a gallery of 75 professionally edited images, providing an even greater variety of poses, settings, and candid moments. With this extended time, we can explore multiple combinations of family members, individual portraits, and natural interactions— ensuring everyone has the chance to be in the spotlight. This session goes beyond capturing simple moments, it’s about telling the full story of your family or group. With the additional time, we can capture the natural connections, the small interactions, and the genuine emotions that make your relationships unique. The result is a beautifully diverse collection of images that truly reflects who you are together.

What can I expect from the indoor studio session?

Along with outdoor sessions, I’ll also be offering the option of an indoor studio setting for the first time! The studio will feature a winter-inspired set with beautiful natural light, making it the perfect backdrop for your session. Best part? No need to stress about the weather. You’ll have a timeless space for photos no matter what’s happening outside! Indoor studio is recommended for smaller groups of up to 6 people. No pets are allowed at this time.

What dates are available for booking?

Official booking will begin at 5:00pm on Wednesday, September 10th. The current available days for booking a fall session are as follows:

October 4th (Saturday) at Indoor Studio in Shoreline:

9:00am, 9:30am, 10:00am, 10:30am, 11:00am, 11:30am, 12:00pm, 12:30pm, 1:00pm, 1:30pm, 2:00pm, 2:30pm, 3:00pm

October 18th (Saturday) &

October 19th (Sunday) at Volunteer Park:

2:00pm, 2:30pm, 3:00pm, 3:30pm, 4:30pm, 5:00pm, 5:30pm

October 25th (Saturday) at Washington Park Arboretum:

2:00pm, 2:30pm, 3:00pm, 3:30pm, 4:30pm, 5:00pm, 5:30pm

What if the above dates/locations don’t work with your current availability?

Feel free to contact me at jgipayaphotography@gmail.com for custom options. My current November and December calendar is pretty limited, but there might be some flexibility.

How quickly will I get my photos back?

After your full payment has been received, your edited photos will be delivered via online gallery to your registered email address in 2 weeks time from when your photo session took place.

What is your cancellation/rescheduling policy?

Your 50% non-refundable deposit secures your date and time in my calendar, but I know things happen and last-minute cancellations and weather inconveniences pop up. If for some reason you can’t make your reserved photo session or the weather is less than ideal, I’ll do my best to reschedule at a later date.

What if I show up late?

Due to the nature of multiple photo sessions during a particular day, it is important to show up early and be ready to start taking photos at the start of your reserved time. If you show up late to your photoshoot, I will do the best I can to get photos with the remaining time left, but cannot guarantee meeting the minimum amount of photos to be delivered.