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Memphis Botanic Garden

Christmas Card Mini Sessions

Hey there, friends! We’re only a couple of days from your Christmas Card Mini Session at the Memphis Botanic Gardens on Saturday, October 7th! Here are some tips on how to prepare:

ARRIVE 15 MIN EARLY: Please arrive ready to go in the lobby and I will meet you there!

WHAT TO BRING: At most, bring a small bag for car keys, non-messy snacks/incentives for the kids, or makeup. Leave everything else in your car, please!

WHAT TO WEAR at the BOTANIC GARDENS for TIMELESS PHOTOS:

• Classic Color Scheme: With the romantic nature background of the gardens — soft shades of reds, pinks, and blues, mixed with sophisticated neutrals like heather gray, creams, leather, and white look great with all skin tones. Please NO neons. Timeless colors look great for years to come in frames around your house!

• For moms: Long, flowy A-line dresses, skirts, or romantic shirts flatter any figure. Heels are great to slim you.

• For dads: Khakis or dress pants look great with layers — blazers, vests, coats, and v-neck sweaters with a pop of color from a long-sleeved collared shirt.

• For kids: Above all, keep them comfortable! If they are itchy or the outfit doesn’t fit just right, you will notice.

• General Tips: Mix up the bottoms and hemlines, use patterns and textures to create visual interest. Dad could wear a checkered button-down while daughter could wear a floral pattern. Lay out your clothes prior to the session, take a photo, then convert it to black and white. If everything is the same shade of grey, mix up the colors, textures, or patterns.

BACKDROPS: You can see examples of various nature backdrops that we may use below. I cannot promise one location over another as there may also be other visitors/events at the gardens that we’ll need to respect.

FULL 30 MIN: These sessions will be a full 30 minutes (with a 15-minute buffer before & after) so that we aren’t rushed and you get the most bang for your buck.

INCLUDED: Receive 50-75 images in Color & B+W all delivered via an online gallery with full print release. Editing should take 2-3 weeks.

FREE PRINT PRODUCT: I want you to savor your images, so included is your choice of a metal ornament as a keepsake for your beloved memories! You will order this after you receive your gallery.

BACKUP DATE & RESCHEDULING: The backup date for bad weather will be Sunday, October 8th. I will get in touch with you via text and confirm if we need to reschedule. If you are unable to do the backup date, you may use your deposit towards any future portrait session for up to one year with L&B.

I can’t wait to see you all there! As always, feel free to reach out anytime via text at 731-661-1360.

Blessings,

Sarah Ann Sargent

info@leleandbeane.com
731-661-1369
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