As a minimum, for sessions, I deliver at least 100 digital images. I don’t put a set number on how many you will receive, because I believe you deserve ALL of the incredible photos from your session. I never leave anything good out, and I don’t put a cap or limit on what I will deliver! Every session is different and varies based on the events of each individual day! If I see an image that you will love, I won’t keep it from you, promise!

I do not believe in changing your appearance. I want to focus on making you feel beautiful, rather than look unrealistic. If something is temporary or distracting, like a bruise or acne, I will lightly edit it out to the best of my ability! However, I do not do full skin retouching to make you look like a Barbie doll (plus, this would drastically hold up delivering your images quickly). So, no, I won’t edit out anything that makes you who you are. I do, however, try to pose you in the most flattering way to make you feel and look amazing in front of my camera! :)

We can reschedule if weather is really awful, but some of my favorite sessions have been in the rain or snow! The wind creates amazing movement in your clothing and hair! If I feel that my equipment is as risk or that I won’t be able to provide you with the best experience, we can definitely look into rescheduling. I usually say under 50% chance of rain/snow, you decide; over 50%, let’s reschedule or switch locations! If you decide to go for it, though, there’s no rescheduling after that! We will just make it work! :) I always carry clear bubble umbrellas in my car!

I will send plenty of information to prepare for your session, so don’t you worry! I have blog posts, Pinterest boards, and style guides to help you look and feel amazing! The short answer, though – wear something that is comfortable and your style. You can still look elevated and stunning while staying true to yourselves! Neutrals colors photograph beautifully! I will help you choose your outfits based on the location and time of year we are shooting at! You can always send me pictures of the outfits you're thinking of!

I typically shoot on Tuesday and Thursday evenings about 2 hours before sunset for the best lighting or 15 minutes before sunrise. I no longer offer sessions mid-day or on weekends due to limited availability. I always recommend choosing a location that hold significance for you two – maybe the place you went on your first date, where you met, or just somewhere you two would love to visit together! I am ALL for traveling and adventuring somewhere for your session, and it is so special when you can make it totally your own!

Seriously, take me anywhere and I’m yours!! Traveling is such a passion of mine, and being able to capture the sweetest couples in incredible locations makes my heart SO full. Please feel free to take me along with you on your world travels, and we will figure out the logistics based on the location!

For engagement or portrait sessions, you can expect a 4 to 6 week turnaround for the fully-edited, high-resolution online gallery. For weddings, my turnaround is usually 6 to 12 weeks for the fully-edited, high-resolution online gallery! Busy seasons may affect this timing slightly, but I do my best to return your galleries as soon as I can! Contractually, no longer than 90 days for sessions and weddings!

In hopes of alleviating one larger payment for you, the payment schedule is broken down into two smaller payments throughout the process. One-half of the total cost will act as the retainer (along with your signed contract) in order to reserve your date. The second-half/final payment will be due 1 month before the session day. I use an online system called HoneyBook where you will be able to sign the contract electronically and pay online via credit card.

Yes! Please reach out as soon as you have a venue and date! :) Wedding dates get booked very far in advance, and it breaks my heart to have to turn someone away because I’m already booked! We can make things officially official once we have a signed contract and retainer in place, so if you definitely want me to be a part of your day, I would suggest reaching out as soon as you have your wedding date!

Yes! I love knowing that these special images are going to live somewhere other than in a folder on your computer! I offer beautiful linen-covered Love Story Books for your session. Once you receive your gallery and confirm that you would like an album, I choose a set of pictures to send off to my album designer who will create an initial design draft for you! You are able to proof and make revisions, and once it is perfect, we send it off to print! In a few weeks, you have a gorgeous heirloom to look back on for years to come!

Portrait Sessions cover so much more than just engagements! :) Think any type of session with a couple in love: engagement, announcements, maternity, anniversary, and 'just-because' couples sessions! I don't currently offer full family sessions, so many of my couples will book one of my mini session dates that happen a few times throughout the year – perfect for newborns, family, extended families, etc.

YAY!! I am so glad to hear that! Let’s chat via email or a video chat, so we can make sure that we are a perfect fit! Once you give me the word to move forward with the booking process, I will send over a contract proposal for you to sign and an invoice for the first retainer payment! I will walk you through every step of the process to help make this experience as simple and fun as possible! xoxo

YAY!! I am so glad to hear that! Let’s chat via email or a video chat, so we can make sure that we are a perfect fit! Once you give me the word to move forward with the booking process, I will send over a contract proposal for you to sign and an invoice for the first retainer payment! I will walk you through every step of the process to help make this experience as simple and fun as possible! xoxo

YAY!! I am so glad to hear that! Let’s chat via email or a video chat, so we can make sure that we are a perfect fit! Once you give me the word to move forward with the booking process, I will send over a contract proposal for you to sign and an invoice for the first retainer payment! I will walk you through every step of the process to help make this experience as simple and fun as possible! xoxo

When you are hiring Tori Kelner Photography, you are acknowledging that you have seen my work and editing style! So, if you choose to hire me, that means that you LOVE my style, know what to expect, and trust me fully! Because of this, I do not take edit requests and just ask that couples are fully aware of my editing style to avoid any surprises in your final gallery!

For engagement or portrait sessions, you can expect a 4 to 6 week turnaround for the fully-edited, high-resolution online gallery. For weddings, my turnaround is usually 6 to 12 weeks for the fully-edited, high-resolution online gallery! Busy seasons may affect this timing slightly, but I do my best to return your galleries as soon as I can! Contractually, no longer than 90 days for sessions and weddings!

I do not take any shot lists typically! I know that my couples trust me to capture their real relationship and story to the best of my ability. Often, if I am trying to capture certain shots on a list, I’m missing the real, candid moments happening right in front of me! Years from now, I think you will want to have images that represent you two in the moment, not images that won’t mean as much found on Pinterest! However, if there's something you really love and are wanting to share with me for inspiration as opposed to copying, please feel free to send!

Once we are officially official, I will guide you along with planning your engagement session from locations to outfits to props and more! I always recommend having couples choose locations that hold significance for you – maybe the place you went on your first date, the place you met, or just somewhere you two would love to visit together! I am ALL for traveling, hiking, and adventuring somewhere for your engagement session, and it is so special when you can make it totally your own!

Seriously, take me anywhere and I’m yours!! Traveling is such a passion of mine, and being able to capture the sweetest couples in incredible locations makes my heart SO full. Please feel free to take me along with you on your world travels, and we will figure out the logistics based on the location!

I’m a huge believer in handing off the job to an expert instead of doing something myself sub-par. Video is not for this chica, no way! However, I know some INCREDIBLE vendors from all different parts of the industry who I would love to refer to you! Videographers, calligraphers, florists, hair stylists, makeup artists, decor, rentals, etc. You name it, I’m sure I can find you some super amazing vendors to spice up your sesh or wedding day if you need!!

I’m SO glad you asked – I love knowing that these special images are going to live somewhere other than in a folder on your computer! I am a huge fan of the tangible, printed form, so I do offer beautiful linen-covered albums. Once you receive your gallery and confirm that you would like an album, I choose a huge chunk of the gallery to send off to an album designer who will create a mock-up for you! You are able to proof and make revisions twice, and once it is perfect, we send it off to be printed! In a few weeks, you have a gorgeous heirloom to look back on for years to come!

Yes! I have liability insurance for up to one million dollars and can provide a COI to any venue or session location that requires it!

No, I require all payments to be completed before each session, but I am more than willing to work with you on a payment plan if necessary! I’ve already divided your full package into 2 equal payments to alleviate one larger payment. The first payment is due at the time of signing your contract to lock in your date on my calendar, the second payment will be due one month before your date!

Yes – backups for my backups! My equipment is as important to me as it is to you and your session, so I can provide you with images you will cherish for years to come! I have backups and replacements for all of my gear.

Through my experience, 1.5 hours is the perfect amount of time to tell a story of your love without overwhelming or exhausting you two – modeling is hard work! Coverage will depend on details like the distance and travel time between each of the locations, how many outfit changes, including furbabies, etc. I, typically, book the base 1.5-hour package initially, and if we find you want to add additional time on, that is definitely doable! I just don’t want to overcharge you and later find that you don’t really need the extra time!

I typically shoot on Tuesday and Thursday evenings about 2 hours before sunset for the best lighting. You can also choose sunrise – meeting 15 minutes before sunrise and shooting for the following 1.5 hours. I no longer offer sessions mid-day, since the lighting is not as flattering, and I have very limited weekend availability due to my wedding schedule.

YAY!! I am so glad to hear that! Let’s chat via email or a video chat, so we can make sure that we are a perfect fit! Once you give me the word to move forward with the booking process, I will send over a contract proposal for you to sign and an invoice for the first retainer payment! I will walk you through every step of the process to help make this experience as simple and fun as possible! xoxo