What is your session fee?
In order to reserve a date, you will sign some digital paperwork and pay a session fee of $300. If we haven't already, the easiest way to compare calendars is for you to email or call me with a few dates that work for your family - I always try to be as flexible as possible, and once we find a date, booking is 100% online and takes just a few minutes.
Do you add a surcharge for weekends or holidays?
No extra fees for evenings, weekends, or holidays.
Do you add a surcharge for large groups or pets?
No extra fees based on the number or people or pets you bring to your session.
How soon will I receive my images after the session?
2-3 weeks is the average turnaround time for gallery delivery for most portrait sessions, and 6 weeks for weddings. Slower seasons, such as winter, have a shorter turnaround time, busy seasons like autumn have a longer turnaround time. If you have a particular date or holiday by which you need prints or gifts (Mother's Day, Father's Day, Hanukkah, Christmas, etc.), be sure to book a date at least one month in advance of that date to ensure sufficient processing and printing time.
What time of day should I book?
The first hour after sunrise, and the last hour before sunset, are the best two hours of the day for outdoor portraits; it gives us “golden hour light”. The most unflattering/challenging time of day to shoot is mid-day, around noon.
If we are shooting in one of the Hocking Hills State Parks, we will want to be DONE SHOOTING by 10:00 am. The parks are too crowded with tourists after 10:00 am.
If babies or young children are in your group, select a time a day that works well with napping and feeding schedules. Typically, this age does best first thing in the morning.
What is your weather policy?
I can and do reschedule sessions for inclement weather but am also happy to use your home or our portrait studio in downtown Logan as an alternative.
Once we've decided on a time and date and officially put your session on the books, I'll send you a guide to getting ready that will walk you through everything from choosing outfits to, to hair and makeup, to strategies for getting kids to cooperate. That guide has been created and refined over years of experience, so it typically answers 90% of the questions that come up, but I'm always happy to set up a time to chat if you want additional help. A few days before our session is scheduled, I'll reach out to confirm our time and location... at that point, if the forecast is questionable or someone seems to be coming down with the flu, we can talk about our rescheduling options. Otherwise, that's the perfect time to ask any last-minute questions or let me know if you've come up with a fun idea we haven't discussed. The day of the session, please block off 2-2.5 hours. Typically, we're done within 60-90 minutes or so, but I don't charge by the hour, so if there's some kind of wardrobe malfunction or child meltdown, I like to stay flexible. If a parent has to leave for an important business meeting but the rest of the family is still available, that's fine too... just let me know ahead of time so I can focus on getting that parent in the frame more while they're still available. Finally, take a breath and relax... I promise to give the grown-ups (and kids) breaks throughout the session as needed, and to make it as painless as possible for everyone involved. If it would ease tensions to crack open a beer before I arrive or better yet, serve mimosas with breakfast - well then I say go for it!
Within just a couple of weeks of your session, you'll receive an email from me letting you know that your photos are ready. Once you've had a chance to see them and marvel for a bit, you'll let me know which collection you want to purchase. After that, you'll have a full month to select the specific digital files and print items you want to use to fill that collection... zero pressure! If you're like me and like to see and feel things like album covers and paper types in person, I have samples of all the physical products I offer at my studio, and I'm more than happy to set up a time to have you come by. Geeking out over paper types and wall galleries is honestly one of my favorite parts of the job.
Your choice of 10 high resolution digital files with $100 credit good toward your choice of anything in the gallery store: prints, frames, albums, digital files, etc.
Your choice of 20 high resolution digital files with $300 credit good toward your choice of anything in the gallery store: prints, frames, albums, digital files, etc.
A complete set of high-resolution digital files with a $600 credit good toward your choice of anything in the gallery store: prints, frames, albums, digital files, etc. You also receive a complimentary musical slideshow of your session.
What you are going to do with your images is perhaps the most important aspect to consider when you are planning for a photo session, but it is all too often the aspect that is overlooked... all that time and money invested deserve a better return than photos gathering dust on a hard drive somewhere. You will never get the same feeling looking at your photos on a screen as you will seeing them on your wall or flipping through the pages of an album, so I include a substantial print credit with every collection. Below are a few of our most popular items in the store, so you can start dreaming about how you want to spend your print credit! We also have metal, canvas, cards, and more!
Your favorite images are professionally printed on archival quality photo paper with your choice of a semi-gloss or deep matte finish. These bleed prints are available in a variety of sizes, and are perfect for framing and hanging on the wall or giving as a special gift.
You choose your size 4x6, 5x7, or 8x10 - $45
These beautiful hardwood frames will protect your prints from damage and help them look their very best in a spot for everyone to enjoy. Frames come in your choice of color/wood and arrive ready to hang with all necessary hardware included.
starting at $250
Perfect for Graduation Announcements and Holiday Greetings!
Make your Press Printed cards fabulous with Foil!
Foil Cards are double-sided Press Printed Cards printed using the highest quality press printing technology available. Your choice of 24 stylish designs are stamped in Red, Pink, Blue, Gold, Copper, Silver, or Iridescent Foil. Choose from 4 or 6 color printing and 12 different paper types. - $152
This amazing product is just so beautiful it makes people gasp when we show them. Not only is it a handmade, vintaged brass framed glass box, but it fits 50 of your lovely prints and usb inside. You may also personalize the box by engraving the front of the glass. - $527
These premium albums are printed on high-end matte photo paper with thick, lay flat pages. Design options are limited only by your imagination and can be further customized with your choice of linen covers and custom foiled letters. 10 spreads (20 pages) are included in the price below.
8x8"/$550
10x10"/$600
12x12"/$650
Experience museum grade printing with our new Fine Art Album. Our acid-free fine art papers feature true matte finishes and soft textures that will last a lifetime. Complement your Fine Art Albums with our Luxe Leather or Luxe Linen cover materials. Fine Art Albums feature giclée printing, or high-end inkjet printing. This is the precise process of painting ink onto the surface of natural fiber paper. The colorgamut is considerably wider than in photographic printing, which creates a more detailed image.
10x10"/$1400
12x12"/ $1800
The vast majority of my clients walk away from their session relieved by how easy the process was, thrilled with their images, grateful that they went ahead and took the plunge, and resolved to keep up with family photos going forward. We are proud of our reputation for client satisfaction and our spotless review record on Google, Facebook, Yelp, the Knot, and Wedding Wire.
"Breathtaking and jaw dropping are the only ways I can describe the photos that Cassie captures! She did a phenomenal job with our wedding and we are through the moon with how they all turned out. She is so talented and the sweetest human to work with. If anyone is contemplating any kind of photos in Hocking Hills she is without a doubt the best choice!"
Working with Cassie was great! She worked with my fiancée and helped plan the whole proposal and did our engagement photos the next day even though her schedule was packed! The turn around time on photos was also very fast and her and her daughter were great to work with. The photos looked great and she was early to both shoots to prepare and not ruin the surprise. She also hiked a mile with all of her supplies to get our proposal photos on a hike in hocking hills. Cassie helped Kyle make the weekend perfect for us, thank you Cassie!
We have used Cassie several times for family photos. After the first I thought there is no way this could get any better. The next session brought me to tears. Cassie’s talent to capture the perfect picture is amazing. She gave me the most beautiful pictures of my husband just days before he unexpectedly passed away. I forever have his smile captured by the best photographer in central Ohio!!!
"There are no words to describe how amazing Cassie is! The first time we met with her to describe our vision for our wedding, we just clicked! We knew immediately that she was the person to capture our special day. From that first meeting until the day of our wedding, Cassie went above and beyond to reassure us and make us comfortable.
Cassie's enthusiasm for her subjects immediately puts you at ease. Having your picture taken can sometimes feel awkward, but Cassie alleviates your nervousness with her excitement and makes you feel like the whole process is natural.
Cassie is PASSIONATE about photography and this passion is recognizable in every picture she takes. we haven't received all of our photos yet, but each time I look at those shared in that first day, my eyes fill with tears. She made us feel beautiful and it is so apparent in the pictures."
"Cassie did a wonderful job taking our family photos. We were celebrating our parents 50th anniversary so it was a big group. She did individual family’s as well. She was patient and willing to work around the weather. I would highly recommend Cassie to take my photos anytime especially if you looking for a family photographer in hocking hills Ohio. Thanks so much Cassie!"
Cassie is an exceptional artist and photographer. God has richly blessed her with an ability to capture the raw and real emotion in her subjects. She is compassionate, kind, and easy to work with.
Cassie is absolutely the best!!! She has a way of making the most uncomfortable person (me) feel like I'm at home. I love the way she loves her job and is so amazing at it. I remember the first time I contacted Cassie, I was very concerned about being plus sized and ruining my family portrait. Cassie ensured me that she would take care of it and boy did she!! We had BEAUTIFUL portraits. She knows what angle to get a great shot, to say the least. She captured pictures of my son playing that look like they belong in a magazine. My most recent pictures were captured with foxes and they are beautiful! Cassie captured yet again some amazing shots of my son. The whole experience was beautiful, the set, the animals, the whole team she put together, all loving, caring and kind. You will not be disappointed one bit when you choose to have Cassie Clarkson capture portraits of you and/or your loved ones. She has a true gift. Pure talent!!
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