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All sessions are done On-Location in a location and setting of your choice. Whether it a local park, a downtown or urban setting, at a local athletic grounds or stadium, or near some of the greater Seattle/Tacoma area’s architecture, Julian Michael will make it happen for you! Julian is very familiar with the greater Seattle/Tacoma area and can help to recommend a local location with themes and settings comparable to your suggested theme.

Classic Senior Session $105
Your One hour (60-70 min) session will include at least 2-3 locations/settings, 2-3 outfit changes, and 35-45 images to choose from.

Signature Senior Session $150
We’ll spend two (2) full hours, or more, in 3-5 locations/settings, unlimited changes of wardrobe/outfits, and 55-75 images to choose from. Indoors & outdoors (weather permitting)

Professional Make-Up Application - $70pp
Any client interested in retaining a make-up artist for their session, J.Michael has access to several professionals depending on the client’s needs. Ultimately, we want you to look your best!

Included in your Session Fee…
Up to 1-2 hours of digital retouching, your portrait ordering appointment, and any travel time to and from your location. - Guaranteed stunning quality
- Unlimited poses
- Ordering session slideshow set to music
- 30% off any family portrait session fee

Your Creative Fee is due upon reserving your session and is non-refundable. In the event of cancellation, it can be transferred to another session time once. Please give at least 48-hour notice if you need to reschedule, J. Michael’s time is as valuable as yours. J. Michael’s Creative Fee reserves your session time and his talent only and is not a deposit on prints unless advertised. ‘Time’ includes portrait session time, wardrobe changes, make-up/hair adjustments, and driving time.

We accept cash, personal checks, Visa, Mastercard, and Discover.
Washington State sales tax will be added to all prices. All sales are final.

Ordering Session Appointment
Following each session an in-studio ordering appointment will be scheduled to take place within two weeks of your shoot. This is always a very exciting time as your images will be set to music and presented in a movie-style slideshow. This will be the occasion that your order will be placed so bring your parents, your best friend and anyone else that you would like to help you in making decisions. All major credit cards are accepted.

Retouching
Each portrait in our collections is color-corrected and artworked by hand to remove blemishes. Retouching includes removal of minor blemishes, brightening of eyes, under-eye circles and skin when applicable; more detailed retouching is available at an additional fee for removal of scratches, scars, acne, braces, and larger tan lines.

Session Tips

What do I wear?
You want to look great, right!? For this reason it’s important to wear solid colors for the most part, maybe bringing one or two clothing items with printwork or ‘busy’ stripes or plaids. Also, leave those large logo shirts and sweatshirts at home as well. We want to draw attention to YOU rather than logos or large stripes, so be sure to dress your best and bring clothes that you’re not only comfortable wearing, but enhance your physical features and make you look good! Also, for females, make certain to bring jewelry, shoes, and other accessories to coordinate with your selected outfits.

Potential Seniors outfits:
Classy/Formal outfits
Everyday jeans and polo shirt
Letter jackets/other jackets
Uniforms (music, military, etc.)
Sports themes
Accessories (hats, scarves, jewelry)

Can I bring props?
Please do! Remember that portrait sessions are about YOU, and are meant to reflect your personality and interests. So bring that favorite hat, scarf, jacket, athletic equipment, artistic expression, musical instrument, car/truck, or even your pet! Whatever your interests, J. Michael will work with you to include them into your personal portrait session to whatever extent.

What about hair and make-up?
Make sure to apply your usual amount of make-up, making sure to cover visible blemishes, etc. If you would like a make-up artist (MUA) for your session, J. Michael has several experienced professionals to choose from based on your needs.

Most females leave their hair ‘down’ for portrait sessions, occasionally opting to put their hair up for more formal or modeling sessions. However, this is your personal choice. Again, if you require any personal hair styling, J. Michael has a variety of local styling professionals to choose from based on your needs and/or creative interests.

Please note: Personal MUA and hairstylists have their own professional fees.

Can I bring a friend or relative to a session?
Absolutely! If you feel more comfortable bringing a friend, brother, sister, parent or relative, than please do so as long as you let J. Michael know beforehand. Some people feel more comfortable with a friend or relative present, some feel more relaxed in a one-on-one portrait session with their photographer, it’s your choice.

Also…
Make sure your clothes are wrinkle free (unless that’s the style of the shirt, etc.), even if you’re going to wear a t-shirt, make sure you iron! Ladies: Watch those tan lines (don’t go tanning right before a session), make sure to have your nails in good condition and have make-up already applied at time of session. Always bring your make-up bag with you for touching up during your session (i.e. lip gloss, mascara, powder, lipstick).