EASTER 2010! PORTRAIT SPECIAL Samples Of Our Previous Easter Portraits NOW BOOKING APPOINTMENTS EASTER SPECIAL 2010 Easter time is HERE! So CALL NOW because some have ALREADY booked their session for the Easter Special. Response to this special with the "LIVE ANIMALS" has been overwhelming in past years, so as usual, we ask you to CALL NOW! Don't put it off! Instant Previews! We'll continue with our digital imaging system, and there's no question this has been very well received. This system allows you to see your previews on a computer monitor IMMEDIATELY AFTER THE SESSION. This saves you one entire trip to the studio since you won't have to return to preview. Now we'll do the session and order all at once to SAVE YOU TIME! Light Or White Is Still Best! Craig will again be designing a special background especially for this event. A simple, very light color scheme is in store with the fresh look we're going for at Easter time. So plan to dress your children in light clothing. White or pastels work especially well, and casual light Kahki's are great too!. (Might we suggest bare feet for the little kids . . . . . . . . those "piggies" are so cute!)  Call Right Away! This is the most popular children's special we run all year, and many of you have been asking about it already. So get your calendar out and find the time that works best for you and CALL NOW, before those best times are taken. Here's answers to the most commonly asked questions: What does it cost? The $20 or $30 camera fee for the Easter Special is due when you call to book your session. (Session Prices vary depending on times, below). The session includes about 4 poses in a 15 minute session. Typical print prices range from $39 to only $25 per print. You choose the poses you like best, in the quantity you need! There is no minimum order, get only 1 print if you choose. Wall portraits including beautiful frame are also available beginning at $149. A complete price listing will be sent to you when you set your appointment. How do I book my session? Check your calendar against the schedule (below) to find the time that will work best for you. Call us by phone and you can pre-pay your session fee with a credit card to hold your session time. If you choose, let us know when you'd like to stop in, and you may pay by personal check or cash in person. Due to the high demand for this Special we've done this to be as fair to everyone as possible. How long until I see the portraits? We'll preview your selections on our digital imaging system immediately after the photography session. You'll have the opportunity to place your order at that time. Completed orders are ready about 3 to 4 weeks afterwards. We make all attempts to get the portraits to you by Easter, whenever possible. How do I best prepare for the portrait? Keep nap time in mind so we have the best chance at a good expression. Tell your child we are going see the bunny and baby chicks! Avoid "We're going to have your picture taken," This tends to cause nervousness or fear because they don't know what to do. They DO know how to have fun. Then during the session, constant reassurance and praise is best.. Remember our saying: "kids never behave the way you expect them to." What about clothing or props? The clothing, props and background are meant to keep the attention on the precious little face of the child. Dress your child in light clothing to stay in the same light tones as the background. White, light tones or pastels are all great choices. We'll have special white props and of course the LIVE animals to pull it all together. (Please let us know if you have any animal preferences. At press time, we are expecting to have Bunnies and Baby Chicks but this can change depending on several factors including unpredictable weather.) The background, light clothing and animals will wonderfully highlight your child as a "star attraction". Can you photograph my children together AND separately? Absolutely! We call this an additional grouping. Our camera fee is charged "per grouping." For example, you can schedule 3 consecutive sessions to do 2 children, 1 session together, and 1 session of each one alone. Simply let us know when you call, and we'll save that amount of time for you. However, since this special books up quite tightly, it's hard to make those accommodations on the day of the session without planning ahead. How do we place our order? We have our digital preview system to make your portrait selections RIGHT AFTER THE SESSION! You can then order your favorite shot in any size print, from Wallets to Wall Prints. Order any quantity of prints you choose. We have arranged to allow you to order INDIVIDUAL photographs on 3x5 prints or larger. This allows you greatest amount of flexibility to order the sizes and quantities that fit your needs best. A copy of the price list will be sent along with your appointment confirmation after you set your appointment time. Can I have Dad, Auntie or Grandma help me pick? Absolutely! Simply bring them along to the studio and they can help during the session, and help choose when you see your child's portraits on the computer screen. Their input is always appreciated and they'll have FUN too! Will the pictures be back by Easter? Although we cannot guarantee it, we will make every effort to get the photographs completed by Easter weekend. What if I don't like the pictures? If you are not happy with your previews for any reason, please let us know and we will do our best to get what you want. You may:   1) retake additional portraits, no charge, or   2) apply the fee to any other session in the future. If your completed photographs aren't everything you thought they'd be, we'll make them over, at no additional cost. So you have nothing to risk, period! IT'S GOING TO BE A SELLOUT! Some clients have already called ahead to schedule time on their own. That's why we are informing you of this special now. Previous experience has told us that our Easter Special will be BOOKED SOLID. Easy 1, 2, 3 Steps 1) Check out the dates (below) that are available considering your work and school schedules. Saturdays are first to book up, so try to have an alternate date in mind. Sessions are limited to this period only and all sessions are booked on a first come, first served basis. 2) Call 751-0766 and we'll book you in the most convenient time possible, call right away for your best time. 3) Get the light colored Easter outfits ready, and when you arrive, be ready for a GREAT EXPERIENCE! Easter Portrait Schedule 2010 Thursday, March 25th 10:00am - 2:30pm $20 Session Thursday, March 25th 3:00pm - 7:00pm $30 Session Friday, March 26th 10:00am - 2:30pm $20 Session Friday, March 26th 3:00pm - 7:00pm $30 Session Saturday, March 27th 10:00am - 4:00pm $30 Session 2010 Easter Season dates: Lent begins on Ash Wednesday, February 17th, Easter Sunday is April 4th. For A Map To Our Bismarck Location Click Here------> INFO To Contact Craig via e-mail Click Here-----------> Craig Schmidt Professional Photography 124 Sioux Ave Bismarck, ND 58501 Phone us: (701) 751-0766 E-mail Craig for free information to help with your next portrait. All Photographs Copyrighted Craig Schmidt Photography, Bismarck, ND Website Developed by Craig R. Schmidt