welcome

A little about your photographer

I'm Laurel Smith - wife, mother, and photographer!

Five years ago I took the leap into photographer and I'm so glad that I did. We need people who are passionate about what they do each day and I'm happy to say that I find joy in creating timeless memories of the tender love found in Motherhood and watching your precious child and family grow. 

As a Mom myself, I am very sentimental about these moments - the ones that we will miss years from now. I believe in expertly preserving your greatest life moments for longevity. You will see this in the quality of your finished artwork. All of my printed products are archival and will keep the way you hold your babies and kiss their little faces preserved forever for you to cherish now and in the future.


LOVE, Laurel

WHAT TO EXPECT –

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you are booked!

I hope you are so very excited! The planning process is beginning!
Your welcome box will be mailed directly to your home and planning materials sent by email!


Your experience includes

A pre-session planning and styling consultation by phone or video call
Portrait session lasting up to 60 minutes on-location or in-studio
Up to five people ($35 for each additional subject/pet)
Professional retouching and hand-editing of your images
A minimum of 20 images
A reveal and purchasing session in person or over video within two weeks of your session
Additional prints and products available a la carte

the session

I will arrive a few minutes early to set up.
I will touch base with you to review our plan for the session.
I will take a little time to get to know your child and let them get used to me before we begin shooting.
Please give me a little space with your child so they do not feel as though they have to “perform”.
I will make sure no one is forced to do anything they do not want to do, i.e. say “cheese” or pose in a fake way.
I will also ask everyone to put their best foot forward and be happy, since adults set the tone for the children.
The session will last up to one hour with time for breaks if necessary.


after the session


Your images will be culled to the absolute best of the best, a minimum of 20 images.
All images will be hand edited.
Within 2 weeks, we will conduct your reveal and ordering session where you will make your portrait selections.
Your order will be processed and completed within three weeks (slightly longer for albums and specialty products).
Your images will be archived for reorder for one year.
I mail or set up a time for delivery of your art as soon as it arrives.

studio policies


In order to provide an attentive experience to all our clients, 
please note the following policies:
No camera/cell phones are allowed at sessions, or at reveal and purchasing sessions.
In case of rain or severe weather, the studio reserves the right to postpone the session, but no more than 2 weeks.
Sessions may be rescheduled by the client once; otherwise the retainer will be forfeited.
Due to the custom nature of portraits, all orders are paid in full at the order session.
I accept cash, checks, and credit card payments.
There is a $850 minimum order for all sessions. There is a $100 minimum for re-orders. Current pricing will apply.
Prices are subject to change without notice, but current pricing at time of booking is honored for one month after sessions occur.
To make room for new clients, unordered images will be purged from our systems 30 days after your session. Ordered images will be archived in our system for 1 year for holiday cards and reorders.
* Printing, copying, downloading or scanning images without written
consent is strictly prohibited.

SESSION FEES

PORTRAIT SESSION FEE

A LA CARTE

Fine Art Print ­ $25
Deckled Fine Art Print ­ $35
Birth Announcements ­ $100
Keepsake Box ­ $275
8x8 Album ­ $625
10x10 Album ­ $825
Wall Art Collection ­ $625

Includes: 
Welcome box, pre-­session style consultation call, wardrobe styling + access to client closet, portrait session, preparation of your images, ordering appointment.

Digital files, prints, and products are purchased separately.

$275

THE DIGITAL
COLLECTION

$495

25+ Digitals

THE KEEPSAKE
COLLECTION

$695

25+ Digitals

Keepsake linen box with all of the 4x6 images from session

THE ALBUM
COLLECTION

$495

25+ Digitals

8x8 Linen Album 
*upgrade to 10x10 for $150

THE WALLART
COLLECTION

$495

25+ Digitals

Choose from 1 wall­art collection

THE BELLY TO BABY MEMBERSHIP ­ 

$525 session fee ( $175 savings) 
+ $495 due at each session

Includes: 
pre­session style consultation by phone or skype 
for each session
access to the Client Wardrobe (currently available 
to Mama’s) and styling your little one
session in the studio, Client’s home or 
outdoor location.
25 + digital images from each session
One 5x7 fine art print from each session
25 birth announcements with envelopes
Petit motherhood session in studio during first year

MATERNITY ­ NEWBORN ­ 6 MONTH ­ 1 YEAR

THE ISLE OF PALMS

session destination inspiration

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CHARLESTON

location inspiration

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Sterling State Park

location inspiration

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WARDROBE STYLING

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WHAT TO WEAR

More than any other question, I am always asked by clients what they should wear to their session. What you wear sets the tone for your portraits, so choosing your outfits can be a daunting task, but it doesn't have to be! I will personally walk you through this process and help you to coordinate the perfect look!

consider your home decor

accessorize

When you are picking a color scheme please bear in mind that these colors will be the colors displayed on your walls so you would like your images to match the interior of your house. However, decor can change over the years! Generally I love suggesting neutrals for this reason! They are timeless and will be current in 5, 10, 25 years!

You can really play up an outfit and add personality and interest to your photos and accessories. Accessorize but keep it simple. Hats, scarves, jackets, jewelry, etc can add touches to the photos. Fresh florals in a crown can be a really romantic touch for you or your girls as well. 

Colors, Patterns and layers

Let's talk footwear

hair and makeup

Just relax

We start by selecting a base of 2-3 colors and carry those through the outfits so that everything "goes" together but isn't matchy-matchy. We want the colors to compliment each other. Neutral colors create a soft and elegant style, and will give your images a timeless feel. Adding layers to your outfit will add interest. Pairing an accessory or two can be the final touch. Textures are wonderful too! Think lace, ribbons, ruffles, crocket, and embroidery.

Patterns can make your wardrobe look less boring and add some texture! When choosing patterns, look for small simple patterns in soft or neutral colors. Stay away from loud patterns and say no to character tshirts, words, logos, etc. We want your family to be the focus of the image!

Shoes are a very important part of wardrobe and they make the whole look cohesive. Steer clear of flip-flops, runners/sneakers, or shoes that are too worn out.

This is a special occasion! Definitely plan ahead in your schedule for a time to do your hair, makeup and nails. Please let me know if you are scheduling an appointment with a professional the day of!

Your session is something to look forward to! I want you to have fun picking your clothes and getting ready. Please use me as a resource! That is part of my service to you!

FIND INSPIRATION

FIND INSPIRATION

HOW DO WE BOOK?

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HOW MANY IMAGES DO WE RECEIVE?

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WHAT IF IT RAINS?

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READY TO BEGIN?

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CONACT laurel