What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Remember to inquire about promotions. Discounts include dollar amounts off your events and referrals from family and friends. If you are a repeat client, you also receive a discount per hour. I capture memories for mostly birthday parties, baby showers, pre-wedding events, band events family reunions, and photo sessions starting at 2 years or older. Standard event Packages are on my website: I offer Basic Portrait Session with options and Invitation/Announcement packages as well.
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Kindly remember that I look at your photos several times and work at post processing. I spend time with your photos to make sure you are completely satisfied ! That time is partially included in your quote.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Discuss the event and what the client's needs are... what photos are needed, who will be there, what services are needed/how the photos will be delivered, prints or flash drive, digital download and editing; how many guests will be attending event or photo shoot.
Why hire Alison Kelly Photography?
I provide quality photos, quality customer care, I am accommodating, flexible, and interactive. I capture memories for you, your family, and friends to cherish for a lifetime! Photography has become more than a hobby. It is a passion to see through the lens, learn about myself, people, and the world around me. It's amazing to see the expressions on someone's face at a surprise event, photo session, birthday party, bridal shower, baby shower, or engagement! I am a Long Island based event event and portrait photographer, servicing clients in Nassau and Suffolk counties. I may travel within the boroughs of New York City. I'm proud of my accomplishments, such as my reviews from clients on Thumbtack, Facebook, and Google. I obtained my licenses from the New York Institute of Photography. I communicate well with children and families. This is essential with my main career of teaching. I have chosen to do photography as well so that I can enjoy my other passion in life ! PHOTOGRAPHY
The products/services I provide are digital download, editing, ordering prints online, and creating photo albums. I can also place your images onto a flash drive. Feel free to contact me to inquire about any questions you have about your photo session or event :)
Sincerely,
Alison Kelly
I look forward to capturing your memories !
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have three licenses: Professional Course in Digital Photography, Portrait Photography, Business, and Videography. I take videos for bands only. I may do some video clips upon request with a disclaimer about audio or may not guarantee editing. The courses were taken at New York Institute of Photography. In the year 2015, I had a seasonal job at JC Penney Portrait Studio.
How did you get started doing this type of work?
Growing up, I have always enjoyed taking photos everywhere I go for families and friends. I have four years of professional photography experience. It has become a passion to capture memories of events and expressions. These memories will never fade!
What types of customers have you worked with?
I have mostly taken band photos. I have also had the opportunity to work at the JC Penney studio for family photos, individual, and toddlers. I do not have my own studio so I need to travel. I have rented space from a home studio based on requests . I have captured memories for family events, baby showers, bridal showers, and family portraits. I hope to gain some experience in maternity photo sessions, newborns., and commercial photography. Although delicate, there is a first time for everything. Real estate is another area. If you are selling your apartment or house and need photos, please do not hesitate to contact me and I can photograph details of your home exterior and interior to help you.
Describe a recent project you are fond of. How long did it take?
I did a slide show for someone who retired from my school. I gathered photos and took my own photos and created an album with captions. It was amazing for my colleague and it was an unforgettable treasure! In addition, I have repeat clients. I captured graduation events, birthday events, bridal shower events, and pre-wedding events for the same clients. They wanted prints and albums.
What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a provider in your area of work?
Ask questions about the event and what your needs are, communication is important. I will meet your requests.
What questions should customers think through before talking to professionals about their project?
What types of photos would you like? Do you need prints or do you want them digitally downloaded? Do you want an album?
Kindly note that I do an invoice for a deposit and a photo release-you have a choice to have your photos kept in my Dropbox. This means that you have a chance to see my photos that I have previously taken and also photos from my website. You can also check the part where photos can be allowed to be displayed on my page.