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JEAN

oakley 

 P  H  O  T  O  G  R  A  P  H  E  R

for families, couples, & individuals

Est. 2007

  

 

Venice Beach Photography is located in Englewood, Florida and exclusively serves Boca Grande, Palm Island, Englewood, & Venice.

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What is the whole process for a session?

1. Book your session from this website or contact me at 407-923-2069.

2. Plan what to wear and what you want to bring along.

3. Show up!

4. Have a fun little adventure with me while I take your photographs.

5. View your gallery and decide what you want to purchase.    

6. Place your order within the 2 week gallery viewing period.

6. Count on me to help you through the process and make it easy for you!

What are your hours?

Hours vary as I serve my clients as they schedule their appointments. Most sessions are early in the morning or about an hour before sunset for the most ideal lighting conditions. 

How does payment work?

Payment options include PayPal, Credit Card, Venmo, Zelle, Apple Pay, Check or Cash.  I am not able to secure your date without the session deposit. Please note that PayPal offers Buy Now, Pay Later if you would like to break up your payments. You will be able to purchase digital downloads and prints, etc. through the website once your gallery is ready for viewing. *Please note that session fees do not include digital downloads as those are purchased separately once you view your images. Thank you.

*The exception to this is for professional headshots ONLY.

So, what does the session fee include?

When you book your session you will pay the session fee to hold your date and time. This deposit includes the time and talent of the photographer including creative post processing following your session. You will have access to your image gallery approximately two weeks following your session. From here you may place orders for prints, products and digital downloads.

What about the weather? Can we reschedule?

If it is going to rain or be otherwise terrible weather outside at your scheduled time please reach out to me so that we can reschedule. This is absolutely not a problem.

Do I get all of the digitals from the session?

No. Digital downloads, fine art prints and specialty items are available for purchase upon viewing your gallery. 

What's your cancellation policy?

When you schedule your session it holds your date and our time together and this is not refundable as I reserve this time for you and you only. However, if you are coming from out of state for a short visit and there is no time to reschedule due to weather beyond our control I will gladly issue a refund for your session fee. Please, no other exceptions.

How long does a session take?

Usually it takes between 30 minutes and an hour. We can talk about this and see if that works for what you are wanting. Some sessions are longer with multiple locations and outfit changes. Every individual has their own vision!

How do I schedule?

You may call or text me at 407-923-2069. You can also book an appointment from the home page on this website. Just scroll to the top of the page and click Book A Session. Or click https://www.picktime.com/venicebeachphotography 

What should we wear for family photos?

You can certainly wear whatever you like! Some of my favorite color combos are khakis with white shirts, jeans with white shirts, black and white, pastels, bold, bright colors. Too many patterns can start to look a little busy as well as stripes! You don't have to be "matchy-matchy", just try to look like you belong together! Long, white dresses are pretty for the ladies on the beach and go with just about anything.

If you are ordering portraits for walls in your home you may want to coordinate to match those surroundings. If you have a coastal theme in your home with blues, consider wearing blues and whites for your photos. Wood or white frames work best for portraits in this scenario.

What else should I be thinking about?

 

You may want to bring along some water to stay hydrated!

 

Consider the weather. If it is hot out your hair may frizz, you may sweat and be shiny in your photos. Consider bringing along a hair brush as well as some pressed powder if we are shooting in the heat. If it is windy you may want to bring something to pin or tie your hair back with. It's a great day to load up the hair product for most ladies.

 

Consider your children. Make sure they are hydrated and fed as well as well rested if possible. Take them to the restroom as we probably won't have close access. If you have an infant then we will all be patient and understanding of necessary breaks. Feel free to bring along water. Bribe your children if needed, but please don't stress them out! We want them having fun, too. We want the photos to remind us of a fun adventure!

 

 

Consider your footwear. We may walk about if we are going to a few locations. Going down to the beach most people like to just slip out of their sandals and be barefoot for photos on the beach.

 

Consider your timing. With everyone dressed up, perhaps you'll want to make brunch or dinner plans for right after.

 

 

 

 

 

 
 

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Session Information

Full Portrait Session

$175.00

A full session includes 45 minutes to one hour of photography and a viewing gallery of 30-45 images selected by your photographer from the best of the best of the session. This is ideal for families who desire multiple poses (i.e., group shots of entire family, some of just the children and/or some candid shots as well). Prints, packages and digital image downloads may be ordered from the gallery.

High School Seniors Portrait Session

$175.00

Lasts approximately 1-1.5 hours, up to two local locations and 3 outfit changes.

Commercial Headshots

$150.00

Perfect for updating your image for website/social media/business cards, etc.. Choose 3 poses for a digital download.

Beach Boudoir Portrait Session

$175.00

Tasteful outdoor boudoir photography for approximately one hour. Generally on or near the beach. Includes a viewable gallery of 30-45 images.

Intimate Beach Weddings

$850.00

For small weddings only. Includes photography for 45 minutes to approximately one hour (maybe a little more depending on light.) Portraits can include "just before the wedding", "the ceremony", and "photos after the ceremony" including group shots and photos of the new bride and groom! This package includes a digital download of the best of the best images!

Extended Portrait Session

$300.00

A full session includes approximately two hours of photography and an extensive viewing gallery of images selected by your photographer from the best of the best of the session. This is ideal for families who desire multiple poses (i.e., group shots of entire family, some of just the children and/or some candid shots as well). Prints, packages and digital image downloads may be ordered from the gallery.

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