GENERAL

Do you have a studio?
No, I'm a location photographer. I do have studio equipment though and if you have a specific vision that requires indoor shooting, we can always do that at the Vokal Photography World Headquarters (aka my house).

You only offer Digital Collections. What if I want products likes prints, albums or cards?
As an Express Digital Client, you have access to an online client ordering gallery where you can order any product in my catalog through my pro lab at a special digital client rate (20% savings). My catalog includes prints in all sizes with finishes ready for frame or frameless options that are ready to hang. I also have many custom product keepsakes such as albums, photo boxes and ornaments along with many unique designs of grad cards.

I host product open houses where attendees will be able to view print samples and see examples of my work on custom products such as albums and collages. All booked sessions will receive an invitation via email.

COST/PAYMENT

Do you take credit cards?
Yes! Checks or Venmo payments are my favorite (no fees), but for your convenience I also accept Visa, Mastercard, Discover and American Express.

What does a session experience include?
The amount you invest in a session experience is broken down into two portions.

Session Fee:
What it costs for my time/talent before in preparation for your session, during the shoot and after for proofing/editing time. It also covers costs for hair and makeup professionals (if applicable), location permits (if applicable), shoot assistant(s) and my editor.

Ordering Fee:
Express Digital (Either 30 or 45)
If you choose express digital ordering, you pay one fee and receive either 30 or 45 high resolution fully proofed digital images with an unlimited personal print use release. Plus, access to an online client ordering gallery where you can order any product in my catalog through my pro lab at a special digital client rate (20% savings).

Do you offer payment plans?
Yes, you have the option of paying it all at the time of booking or splitting it into two payments (one - due at time of booking, two - due the day of your session).

I just want something simple because I don't like having my pictures taken. Can you do something for less cost that would just be one or two images that I can use for announcements?
I have met a LOT of seniors who say they don't like having their picture taken. I have NEVER met a senior who still says that after I have taken their pictures! The time you're going to spend preparing for your session, and my time that is spent preparing for that session is the same regardless of how many images we shoot. The smallest offering I have is [theSIMPLE] session experience (1 1/2 hour shoot) paired with the Express Digital 30 (30 hi res digital images).

SENIOR SESSIONS

I know a professional salon service is included with my session but I want to do my own or I don't need it.
Makeup Application:
I can help recommend whether a professional makeup application is necessary for you based on both your experience at applying your own and your complexion. Professional makeup reduces photoshop touchups which ultimately makes for a more natural looking complexion. We can decide at your session planning appointment. They contour both your cheek bones and your eyes, use a foundation that is meant specifically for photography (matte), they will apply eyelashes (not crazy over the top ones, just enhancers), they will coordinate eye/lip color with what you're wearing, etc. I choose my makeup artists because they enhance your existing features with makeup and it's never overdone.

Face Finishing:
We can decide at your pre-session consult. In most cases, it reduces photoshop touch-ups resulting in more natural looking images. The concealer (makeup) specifically is applied using an airbrush tool. It reduces shine and covers acne really well.

I don't know where to have my pictures taken. Can you help?
I have close to 20 years of experience shooting in the twin cities. I have found LOTS of locations in that time to fit a look that you desire. And if I don't know of a place, I have lots of resources to find one. Plus when I meet you and learn more about you and your style, I can often times suggest locations for you.

Do you shoot on weekends?
My weekends are my time with my family. I actually prefer to shoot on weekdays for a few reasons: One (and most importantly)--locations are WAY less busy, two--I prefer to shoot in the evenings because the light is less harsh and temps are cooler in the summer and early fall. Weekday evenings are easier for everyone because there's 5 of them in a week instead of 2.

What if the weather isn't good on my session day?
I'm always watching the weather the week of your session. Plus the radar helps immensely. If we have to reschedule we will (no charge), but it will be my call whether we reschedule or not. The biggest reasons for cancellations are rain/thunderstorms or high winds for those with longer hair.

How will I know what to wear?
We will get this all figured out during your session planning appointment. We will decide on a look and a location which will make it easier for you to decide. Plus I also have LOTS of inspiration on my Pinterest Page which I highly recommend you visit. And if we are working toward a specific theme that I haven't created a board for yet, I guarantee I will be creating a board for both mine and your inspiration.

How will I know what to do to get ready for my session?
We will discuss all of this at your session planning appointment. I provide a guide that helps with planning and remembering every detail (clean your nails or go for a mani/pedi, get those eyebrows tamed, haircut timing or getting it colored, etc).

[theTALENT] ADD-ON SESSION

What if I want pictures shot specific to a talent I have and can I do that the same day as my senior session?
I offer a talent add-on session that can be added on to any of the senior session experiences. The cost of the add-on is listed below according to the senior session experience you book:
[theSIMPLE]: +$300
[theSPECIAL]: +$200
This add-on session includes a 1.5 hour creative session dedicated to your talent. The only talent shots I will do the day of your senior session are those that only require a clothing change (so if you want to get out an instrument or put on a jersey). Otherwise, if it will be more in depth, we do a talent session on a separate day.

[theFAMILY] ADD-ON SESSION

What if I want a family session in addition to the senior session?
I offer a family add-on session that can be added on to any of the senior session experiences. The cost of the add-on is listed below according to the senior session experience you book:
[theSIMPLE]: +$300
[theSPECIAL]: +$200
This add-on session includes a 1 hour session dedicated to the family on a separate day from your senior session.

ORDERING

How long will it take for you to process my session?
Preview Images are ready 2-4 weeks after your session, depending on the time of year (longer times in late summer and fall). Final images are ready for download 2 weeks after you make your final selections or soon thereafter, (once my editor is finished with them).

How long will it take for product order to be ready?
Standard turnaround on most product (with the exception of some custom pieces like albums that may/may not take more time for revisions) is two weeks. Often times, I fulfill orders throughout your senior year. Display pieces, keepsakes and possibly gift items first. Followed by grad cards, etc in the spring.

What kind of ordering options do you offer?
Express Digital Ordering with a la carte products available:
2-4 weeks after your session, a preview gallery will be made available for you where you can select your 30 or 45 images you want to keep (I offer two options). Then, your selections are sent off to my editor for finish edits and will be made available for download thereafter (approx 2 weeks). Then, you are given access to an online client ordering gallery where you can order any product in my catalog through my pro lab at a special digital client rate of 20% off retail.

Sample Retail Prices:
Wall Portraits (11x14 and larger) start at $75
Gift Prints (wallets - 8x10) start at $20
Grad Announcements/Open House Invites $42/set of 25

Do you archive all of my images?
I only keep images that you purchase and I will keep those for at least 5 years.
**All other images are subject to deletion (unless I keep some for marketing use).