what to expect
investment
questions & answers
Whether you’re a bride to be or a wife of twenty years, these sessions are the ultimate celebration of every, lovely, inch of you. My goal is to make this empowering session soft, romantic, feminine, and beautiful. It’s the ultimate reward as I see each woman softly whisper to herself as they see their final images, “Wow, I look amazing.” You are beautiful. Every body is beautiful. Let’s celebrate that and give him the ultimate, personal gift.
before your session
Upon booking your session, you will receive a detailed guide for how to prepare for your session. What to do about tanlines, how to do your nails, what to wear, etc. Although something may look incredible on you, it doesn’t always mean that it will photograph well. This is why you will receive a detailed guide on what to wear, what to stay away from, and some of my favorite stores and boutiques to find some great pieces. You will have all the information you need to make your session great!
during your session
Being a little nervous for your session is completely normal. However, after just a few minutes we’ll be best friends, and you’ll be having a great time.. I will guide you through the entire shoot and keep you looking incredible while your favorite Pandora station is playing. You are going to feel beautiful and have a great time. Feel free to bring along one of your girlfriends to make it even more fun and give you a little more confidence.
after your session
You can expect to receive your online gallery of images within three weeks of your session date. You will then choose the images you would like included in your album, and it will be designed, printed, and shipped to you, all prettied up and ready to gift to your man, within two weeks of selecting your images.
BASIC COLLECTION | $400 plus tax
1 hour and 3 outfits
50 finalized images
8×8 luxury lay flat album
High resolution files with print release
DELUXE COLLECTION | $700 plus tax
2 hours and 6 outfits
100 finalized images
8×8 luxury lay flat album
High resolution files with print release
FRIEND COLLECTION | $250 plus tax (each)
Great for a Bachelorette Party or just a fun day with your girls. You will each take turns being photographed. (Max of 4 girls)
1 hour per girl and 2 outfits per girl
EACH GIRL WILL RECEIVE:
30 finalized images each
5×7 print collection of all 30 images
High resolution files with a print release
PORTFOLIO DISCOUNT
You will receive $50 off your collection price if a full model release is signed. I believe that a woman’s body is for her and her husband’s eyes only; therefore, I only use the most conservative images from your session.
If you are ready to book your session or have any questions, please contact me at maddie@maddierayphoto.com.
I look forward to hearing from you!
Do you blog these sessions? I don’t want these on social media!
These images are absolutely private and sacred. The images on this hidden site are shown solely for this purpose – to show women what they are & what I’m about. All previous beauty sessions have been kept for his eyes only, unless there is a signed model release. If I use an image on my website or any social media, it must be approved by you first.
Where do these sessions take place? Do I find the location or do you?
It all depends! For my Beauty Session Marathons, I pick the location and it’s included in your package. If you wish to shoot a beauty session outside of a marathon day, it is your responsibility to provide the location. To achieve the style I strive for, light is everything! A bright, airy space is absolutely vital for these sessions.
Should I have my hair & makeup professionally done?
I highly recommend it. It takes these sessions to a whole different level. It’s a part of the process & the experience. On Beauty Session Marathon days, this is included. Otherwise, you are responsible for securing these services. I have a lovely list of recommendations of course!
“I can’t do that. I’m not 20 years old with a size 2 waist.”
Um, wrong sister. Most of the women I work with are the every day, average gal. They are mothers, wives of 20 years, brides to be with real jobs, real bodies, and real lives. These sessions ARE so special because the women are so wonderfully ordinary.
What should I wear for my session?
Upon booking, I will send you a complete guide for choosing your outfits and give you tips and tricks for looking and feeling your best.
What is required to book a session?
A signed contract and 50% nonrefundable retainer are required to book a session date.
How long will it take to receive my images + album?
You can expect to receive your final images within three weeks of your session date. Your album will arrive two weeks after you chose your images and finalize the spreads.