G I N A ’ S
D A Y C A R E
F A M I L Y P H O T O L O U N G E
PICTURE DAY
U P D A T E 05 / 05 @ 1:44 am
Hey there! The last few days have been jam packed with travel and lots of Gina’s little graduates!! :) I have sent out almost all of the remaining galleries for Spring Minis! WOO-HOO!
IF YOU HAVE NOT RECEIVED YOUR GALLERY: I am waiting for confirmation on a handful of sessions that will either require a refund or are missing important information.
I will be reaching out to these remaining families directly in order to resolve any underlying issues! Email response takes a few extra days during the week due to my schedule, but I am working hard to respond to anyone that needs additional support!
Congratulations to Gina’s First Ever Graduates
!! Preschool Class of 2022 !!
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01 | Using the Lounge
Hey there! Welcome to the Official Family Photo Lounge for Gina’s DayCare. This is where you will find everything you need to know about your picture day! From registering your child, purchasing packages or staying up to date on future picture events, it’s all here!
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02 | Registering your Child
After viewing the session information, Register your Child by clicking on the DayCare location your child attends. Once re-directed, you will be able to fill out registration, select your package and make a payment.
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03 | Preparing for Picture Day
When you have successfully registered your family, come back to the Lounge and read through all of the tips, tricks and info! Feel free to reach out to me, Jessa, at info@jessabalough.com with any questions or technical difficulties.
T H I S S E A S O N
S P R I N G
Stonebrooke Location | March 31st
Ichord Ave. Location | April 1st
This Spring, we will be hanging out with fresh cut flowers in the back of an old truck. With soft colors, greenery and sunshine, you won’t want to miss this mini session theme!
PACKAGE TYPES
You will select and pay for your package type by clicking on the registration button below!
Full Gallery | $50
“My kid is adorable as heck & choosing one photo is torture!!“ Package 😍
Download the entire gallery so you don’t have to leave any behind. Most Families will download 5 to 8 digital files! If you have siblings or a kiddo who isn’t shy in front of the camera, you can definitely expect a few more.
Grandma’s around the world will be thrilled you chose this package.
Includes Print Release & Full Retouching
Single Digital | $25
“My kid is cute and all, but I know they don’t like to smile” Package 😂
This is a single digital image download with the option to purchase more when the gallery becomes available! You know, just in case they aren’t feeling photo day… again. I promise to work my magic so they have a wonderful time ✨
Includes Print Release
NOTES FROM THE PHOTOGRAPHER
Sibling discounts are available during the registration process!
You will have a Professional Print Studio IN your gallery to send prints directly to your home or to share with family & friends.
à La Cart images are $8 a pop!
A P A R E N T ’ S G U I D E
P I C T U R E
D A Y
Below you will find everything you need to know to make picture day a success!
Check out Gina’s Spring Minis Pinterest Board for recommended colors, outfit styles and the inspiration behind our backdrop set-up! 🙌
T I P S & T R I C K S T O
H E L P T H E M
S H I N E
Neutral and simple outfits are my love language!! Try to avoid logos, busy patterns or bright colors, if you can! I promise there is a reason - I want your kiddo to be the main event. Not only will this help from distracting away from your child, it can help prevent odd color reflections on their skin!
When in Doubt,
Don’t stress out!
Let them be themselves.
We all love a good ol’ themed session, but sometimes our budget and our child’s sensory needs come first.
ANYTHING YOU PLACE ON YOUR CHILD WILL BE FANTASTIC!
Every tip I put in this Lounge is a gentle suggestions to those who would like the extra help ✨
Feel free to do your own thing, always.
As long as it makes you & the tiny model(s) happy, this photographer will be stoked :)
N E E D A D D I T I O N A L
S U P P O R T?
Yes, please! I am just an email away.
Feel free to email photos of your clothing choices, ask for tech support or pop by to say hi!
I can be reached at info@jessabalough.com
P R E P A R E F O R
S U C C E S S
Got Kids? If you are a Parent, you know the necessity of a favorite toy, snack or even a change of clothes. Bring anything you think will keep your child happy throughout the photo process!
01. An extra outfit is always a good call for littles… spit up and spills, oh my.
02. Favorite toys make wonderful comfort items when meeting a weird lady with a camera. Stuffies & Blankies are always welcome.
03. It’s amazing what happens when snacks appear… Pack your kids fave treat and let their teacher know. I love to bribe children to smile 😂 Please make sure to follow School guidelines on any allergy precautions!
04. Don’t think they will keep their hair up? Bring a couple of extra bows, rubber bands and a brush. We got you :)
T H E Y W I L L B E
S I L L Y
GOOD! I will never expect a child to sit still for portraits. It is just not in their DNA right now! Their little minds and bodies are meant to explore and play. I want them to run, laugh, be silly and have fun when they are working with me. I want you to look at their photos and see the person they are growing to be.
I am fast, shoot efficiently and will most likely invite them to do their most talented shark impression. Let me know what their best silly face is at registration ;)
When kids are allowed to be themselves, the portrait possibilities will make your heart explode. Besides, big, toothy smiles are my specialty.
W H A T I F . . .
T H E “ N O W O R R I E S “
P O L I C Y
Sometimes photos just don’t work out.
Your child may be tired, overwhelmed or afraid. I do my best to help each kid feel comfortable and safe in front of my camera, but even with their favorite teacher there, it can be hard for them to enjoy having photos taken. If that is the case for your child, no worries! That’s life.
Y O U R O P T I O N S
01. I can happily square you away with a full refund. Please note that you will not get to keep any of the photos if this is the case. If you have already downloaded the photos, I cannot refund your order.
Please VIEW the gallery completely before making this choice.
02. You can place your investment as a deposit toward a future family session with me! I host minis all year long and work with Gina regularly! We will have something in the future for you every season :)
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03. You might just decide to keep our original agreement… because your kid makes a cute crying face. If you want help finding a large enough canvas for your living room wall, let me know. They are great conversation pieces… your child may not be pleased though 😘
Whatever you decide works for me.
WANT AN AMAZING SESSION?
O F C O U R S E Y O U D O!
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Lay out their outfit the night before! Pack snacks, accessories and any comfort items into the diaper bag. Don’t forget additional rubber bands, bows, socks and a hair brush :)
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Children laughing is my specialty, but every once in a while I meet a friend who needs some extra support during their session.
If you know that they will be your child, let me know at registration :) Tell me any way I can help them smile (when in doubt, baby shark it out) or how I can provide any sensory precautions to make this photoshoot more enjoyable for them.
Picture day can be overwhelming in general, we can always work together to make sure picture day is a fun, success.
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They will do great in front of the camera! And… even if they don’t do so great, you’ll have insanely cute pictures. Yes, even if your child ends up having a full blown melt down 🤷🏻♀️
As your Child’s Photographer, I solemnly swear to work my laughter magic :)
Q U E S T I O N S