Boutique School Photography Parent Guide
Hi There!
I am so excited to be returning to photograph the children at Village Academy!
I just know you're going to love these genuine images of your precious little one! This page is designed to give you some helpful information to make your photo experience easy and convenient!
What makes this photography different?
My goal during my short time with your child is not to force a cheesy smile. I'm looking for natural expressions, which will range from serious and pensive to sweet and silly. The solid black background keeps the focus solely on the child's face and expression.
I will chat and interact with your child during our time together to elicit genuine expressions. For an extra fun time, have your child come prepared with a joke for ME! :)
What should my child wear?
These images are shot against a solid black backdrop.
**Tops that are light-colored or bright-colored are best. Please avoid tops that are dark, navy, or black, or ones that have large graphics, logos, or print. And please no neon colors!
For girls, small bows, headbands or barretts at the side of the head photograph better than large bows on top of the head.
Small details at the sleeves, neck, and collar photograph well for these sessions. You can also think about a top that makes your child's eye color pop! Consider allowing your child to select a favorite outfit within these parameters to capture even more of their personality!
When will my child be photographed?
Photos are scheduled for the following morning:
Wednesday, March 5, 2025
i have more than one child at the school. can they be photographed together?
Yes! Siblings will be photographed together by sign-up only. Please sign up at the bottom of this page!
**Babies must be sitting up independently to participate in a group sibling photo. All babies may be photographed individually.
Sibling-together photos have a $20 session fee.
i have a child who does not attend VA I’d also like photographed. can i bring him or her for photos as well?
Yes! You will need to sign up below! Be sure to use the non-VA child add-on for this purpose! Each non-VA child has a $20 session fee.
How do the sibling photos work?
If all the children being photographed attend Village Academy, select a time AFTER 9:00am. You will bring your child to school like normal and do NOT need to be present for the photos. Siblings will be pulled from their class for photos when it is time. You will not need to select an add-on.
If all the children being photographed do NOT attend Village Academy, select a time BEFORE 9:00am. You will bring your children to the school at that particular time to be photographed together.
If you have a child who does not attend VA that you would like photographed individually along with the sibling photos, be sure to click the non-VA child add-on in the form below.
The $20 session fees are non-refundable and include only the session. Digital images and prints may be purchased after receiving your gallery.
When can I expect to see our photos?
Your child's proofs will arrive to your email via a private online gallery within 2 weeks of photo day. You will have 2-5 images in both color and black and white to select from.
Please be sure the school has a valid email address for you so you don’t miss seeing your child’s photos!
feeling impatient?
I get it! Sometimes it’s hard to wait to see the final results! Occasionally I will post a sneak peek from photo day, so be sure you’re following me on socials here:
Laurie Hatfield Photography on Facebook
Laurie Hatfield Photography on Instagram
Also, be sure to complete the Model Release form below. I only post images of kiddos who have one of these on file!
How does ordering work?
After you receive your online gallery, you will have 7 days to place your order. Everything is viewed, ordered, and paid online, so there are no paper order forms to keep up with. You will have the option to purchase prints, canvases, and digital images with printing rights.
Grandparents and other relatives may also place orders through the digital gallery!
One MORE thing . . .
Your child's privacy is important to me!
I occasionally like to post a sneak peek on social media from my photo day at a particular school or add new kids' photos to my website and marketing materials. If you would be willing to give me permission to include your child's photo (never any names) for these purposes, please complete the following release form. Thank you so much!