Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q. What types of photography services do you offer?
I specialise in family portraits, maternity sessions, newborn photography, and couples/engagement shoots. Each session is tailored to capture your unique story and personality.
I specialise in family portraits, maternity sessions, newborn photography, and couples/engagement shoots. Each session is tailored to capture your unique story and personality.
Q. Where are you located?
I am based in Kapiti Coast, New Zealand, and serve the surrounding areas, including Wellington and Porirua. I’m happy to travel to beautiful locations for your photography sessions!
I am based in Kapiti Coast, New Zealand, and serve the surrounding areas, including Wellington and Porirua. I’m happy to travel to beautiful locations for your photography sessions!
Q. How do I book a session?
Booking a session is easy! You can visit my website and use the booking link or contact me directly via email or phone. I recommend reaching out at least a few weeks in advance to secure your preferred date.
Booking a session is easy! You can visit my website and use the booking link or contact me directly via email or phone. I recommend reaching out at least a few weeks in advance to secure your preferred date.
Q. What should I wear for my photography session?
I recommend wearing outfits that reflect your personal style while ensuring comfort. Solid colors or subtle patterns work best. Large patterns and big logos can be distracting. It’s also great to coordinate outfits with other family members without being too matchy-matchy.
I recommend wearing outfits that reflect your personal style while ensuring comfort. Solid colors or subtle patterns work best. Large patterns and big logos can be distracting. It’s also great to coordinate outfits with other family members without being too matchy-matchy.
Q. How long does a photography session typically last?
Most of my sessions last around 60 minutes, allowing enough time to capture both posed and candid moments. For newborn sessions, I typically set aside 2 hours to accommodate feeding and comforting needs.
Most of my sessions last around 60 minutes, allowing enough time to capture both posed and candid moments. For newborn sessions, I typically set aside 2 hours to accommodate feeding and comforting needs.
Q. Do you provide digital images?
Yes! After your session, you will receive access to a private online gallery where you can view and download your digital images. You’ll have the option to purchase prints as well.
Yes! After your session, you will receive access to a private online gallery where you can view and download your digital images. You’ll have the option to purchase prints as well.
Q. Can we include pets in our session?
Absolutely! I love including pets in family sessions. They are part of the family, and I’m happy to capture those special moments with your furry friends.
Absolutely! I love including pets in family sessions. They are part of the family, and I’m happy to capture those special moments with your furry friends.
Q. What is your rescheduling policy in case of bad weather?
I understand that the weather can be unpredictable. If conditions are not suitable for your session, I will work with you to find an alternative date that fits both of our schedules.
I understand that the weather can be unpredictable. If conditions are not suitable for your session, I will work with you to find an alternative date that fits both of our schedules.
Q. What are your payment options?
I accept bank transfers. A deposit is required to secure your booking, with the remaining balance due before or on the day of your session.
I accept bank transfers. A deposit is required to secure your booking, with the remaining balance due before or on the day of your session.
Q. How far in advance should I book my session?
I recommend booking your session at least a few weeks in advance, especially during peak seasons, to ensure you secure your preferred date and time.
I recommend booking your session at least a few weeks in advance, especially during peak seasons, to ensure you secure your preferred date and time.
Q. How do you ensure my children will be comfortable during the session?
I strive to create a fun and relaxed atmosphere where children feel at ease. By engaging with them and allowing them to be themselves, I can capture their authentic personalities while ensuring everyone enjoys the experience.
I strive to create a fun and relaxed atmosphere where children feel at ease. By engaging with them and allowing them to be themselves, I can capture their authentic personalities while ensuring everyone enjoys the experience.
Q. What if I need to cancel my session?
If you need to cancel your session, please inform me as soon as possible. I can work with you to reschedule, but deposits may not be refundable depending on the notice period.
If you need to cancel your session, please inform me as soon as possible. I can work with you to reschedule, but deposits may not be refundable depending on the notice period.
Model Release & Usage Rights
Definitions:
Photographer: Samantha Hamilton Photography (referred to as "Photographer").
Client: The individual or entity contracting services with the Photographer.
Images: All photos taken by the Photographer during a session with the Client.
Photographer: Samantha Hamilton Photography (referred to as "Photographer").
Client: The individual or entity contracting services with the Photographer.
Images: All photos taken by the Photographer during a session with the Client.
Model Release:
By booking a session with Samantha Hamilton Photography, the Client grants the Photographer permission to use images from the session featuring the Client and any participants for portfolio, promotional, and marketing purposes. If the Client prefers certain images not to be used, they must inform the Photographer in writing before or on the session date.
By booking a session with Samantha Hamilton Photography, the Client grants the Photographer permission to use images from the session featuring the Client and any participants for portfolio, promotional, and marketing purposes. If the Client prefers certain images not to be used, they must inform the Photographer in writing before or on the session date.
Photographer’s Usage Rights:
Samantha Hamilton Photography retains full copyright of all images taken during the session, in accordance with New Zealand Copyright Law. The Photographer may use these images for advertising, website galleries, social media, and print promotions. Images will not be sold or shared with third parties outside the Photographer’s business without explicit permission from the Client.
Samantha Hamilton Photography retains full copyright of all images taken during the session, in accordance with New Zealand Copyright Law. The Photographer may use these images for advertising, website galleries, social media, and print promotions. Images will not be sold or shared with third parties outside the Photographer’s business without explicit permission from the Client.
Client’s Usage Rights:
The Client receives a personal-use license to download, print, and share images online, provided they do not edit or alter the images, and credit Samantha Hamilton Photography where applicable. Images may not be used commercially or resold without prior consent.
The Client receives a personal-use license to download, print, and share images online, provided they do not edit or alter the images, and credit Samantha Hamilton Photography where applicable. Images may not be used commercially or resold without prior consent.
By proceeding with the booking, the Client acknowledges and agrees to these terms.