Frequently Asked Questions

All sessions are by appointment only. In winter months I typically book about 2 weeks out; late spring through December I recommend booking 4-6 weeks in advance. Please take a moment to let me know a little about your photography needs by clicking the "Book Now!" link located above. Any upcoming special event Mini Session availabilities will be posted there for online scheduling as those are set dates and times. Head shots, Personal Branding, Product Photography, Newborn Sessions, Family Sessions, Child/Teen Sessions, and Cake Smash Sessions are scheduled during your planning consultation. I try my best to respond to all session requests within 48 hrs. 

Little Blue Canoe Photography, LLC, offers a personalized, boutique photography experiences. From location scouting and styling assistance, to planning a wall grouping and selecting portrait sizes and finishes, I am here to assist you with superior customer service every step of the way. Full pricing and details can be found by clicking on the "investment" link above. These prices include the session deposit, planning and design consultations, location scouting, photographer time & talent, gallery editing, and all NJ sales taxes. Payment plans are available upon request. . 

*Any Portrait Sessions held outside of a 20 min. drive of Medford Lakes, NJ, will incur an additional travel fee based on mileage. If you wish to have your session held in a theme park or other venue that requires admission or rental fees, those costs will be in addition to your session retainer.

Yes, however...I include physical prints or books with each Collection so that you walk away from your session experience with beautiful memories in hand, ready to cherish. In 40 years, when your kids & Grandkids are visiting and you are sitting around telling stories, I want you to be flipping through an album of portraits or pointing to memories framed on your walls. I want you to have the wallet print of your kids barefoot and giggling still tucked away in your wallet, wearing its crinkled edges proudly because it's been taken in and out so frequently to show off. Our lives get busier and busier every day, and even with the best of intentions things like printing images get pushed back on our to-do list. I know how easy it is to have this happen - I'm a busy Mom with unprinted memories and unfinished baby albums myself. 

When you book a session with Little Blue Canoe, you can feel confident that the time and money you are investing in your family's memories will result in beautiful prints and albums that will become cherished family heirlooms.

All sessions are photographed on location. During your session consultation we will discuss your business branding or Family's interests and style and select a location that best fits your photography needs. Sessions can be at a favorite park or ice cream shop; in a bowling alley; downtown using a fun alley or textured wall; or (one of my favorite locations) in and around your own home! These are just a few ideas - the skies the limit. If you have specific places in mind, let me know! Otherwise, I'm happy to make recommendations. (you'd be shocked at how much time I spend location scouting...to include knocking on strangers' doors to ask permission to use their property!)

Life & Mother Nature don't always play nice with our plans. If inclement weather prevents us from using an outdoor location for your session, and a backup location that fits our vision isn't available for that same day, we will reschedule. Your deposit is rolled over to reserve your new date & time.

If anyone becomes ill or another emergency arises, I do ask that you contact me to reschedule at least 24 hours in advance. This allows me time to cancel any childcare arrangements I've made and to contact any venue we may be using to let them know of our change in plans; this also gives us more time to reschedule. Obviously we cannot control the timing of life, so if an emergency or illness occurs and you are unable to give me 24 hours notice we will certainly still reschedule, but you will be responsible for any additional travel costs/childcare/rental fees/etc that may arise.

If you fail to show for your session you will forfeit your retainer, and an additional deposit will be due to secure your new date and time.

I couldn't resist throwing this in as I hear this question 9,783 times a day from my son and daughter. Seriously. I've counted. 

You may have a snack if you've made your bed, cleaned up the legos, and been outside to play...