About

Capturing your child’s true personality is my ultimate goal. I love to focus on the interactions between family members, whether it's a playful glance or a big bear hug. Some of my favourite images aren’t necessarily the ones where they're smiling into the camera, but where they're perhaps looking a bit more thoughtful, or making an expression that parents say is so ‘them’.

I’m especially excited when I have the opportunity to photograph the children of former wedding clients or am invited to shoot a repeat children's session, as I love getting to know my clients.

How long will the session last?

Each portrait session lasts 1-2 hours to allow plenty of time for feedings/snacks, changings, etc.

Where will our session be photographed?

Depending on your child’s age and how many children you have I can recommend whether we do the session indoors or out (sometimes both works well!). Indoor sessions are photographed in your home. For outdoor sessions there are many fantastic locations that I can recommend if you don’t already have a favourite place in mind.

What is the best age to photograph newborns?

The earlier the better, ideally within the first week or two. After this time they don't sleep as much, and it is common for their skin to develop baby 'acne'. You are encouraged to schedule newborn sessions while you are still pregnant to ensure availability for the session.

How long after the session will we see our photos?

We will set up a personal viewing/ordering session in your home approximately 2-3 weeks after the session. Taking place in your home, these viewing sessions are informal, fun, and have been a huge hit with our clients. To help you choose your favourites, we project the images wall-sized to give you a better look at expressions, making it easier to choose your favourites. Thinking of putting a photograph over your couch? We’ll project the image in the exact spot in the size you want. Any products you decide to order are purchased at this time. You will have a wide range of 40-60 images to select from.

How much can I expect to spend?

The session fee is $300. Prints, digital files and other products are purchased separately - after seeing their images and choosing a zillion favourites, the average client generally spends $1000-$3000 on products.

How does payment work?

The session fee is is due at the time of booking. A 50% deposit is paid for prints/products ordered at the viewing session, with the remainder paid upon pick-up. Cash, cheques, and credit cards are accepted.

Do you offer gift certificates?

Yes! Gift certificates make excellent gifts and can be purchased in any denomination.

How 'green' is Alana Couch Photography?

We are extremely committed to being as environmentally conscious as possible and we want our clients to feel great knowing that by using Alana Couch Photography, they are supporting the protection and conservation of the environment. We have also been accredited by Greener Photography as a "Premium" Certified Green Photographer.

Alana Couch Photography is also an accredited member of napcp (The National Association of Professional Child Photographers)