The FAQ
Do you Travel?
I'm located in central Ottawa and travel throughout Ottawa-Gatineau. I'm available for the GTA, Montreal, Edmonton, Vancouver at minimal travel fees and always up for an adventure!
Tropical Wedding Destinations
I love photographing weddings down South and offer no additional travel fees outside of my wedding package rates.
How many photos do we get?
On average you can expect 80 photos per hour of coverage. Some sessions include a set number of photos - otherwise I don't count, I just deliver the best images from the session.
How do we get our photos?
High resolution photos will be delivered via a password protected downloadable online gallery.
What is lifestyle photography?
It aims to make art out of everyday life. I focus on capturing candid photos that are a beautiful reflection of your life. I will also always capture posed and "guided" posed photos, where I guide you into a pose but capture you in a candid manor.
Do you retouch photos?
All images are edited but not retouched, I won't alter your body.
Whats your turnaround time?
For all sessions turnaround time is 3 weeks. For weddings, turnaround time is 6-8 weeks. During peak times, there maybe an additional week wait time.
What should I wear?
See "What to wear" info page.
How do I get my kids to cooperate?
Bribes often work! But save them for during the session. Nothing is quite as motivating as knowing you're going to get a special treat at the time. We'll let kids be kids, no forced awkward posing. We'll let them have fun!
Where will the photos take place?
That is dependent on what you are looking for. I'll have plenty of suggestions for locations based on your needs! I can also come to you for an in-home session.
How do we book you?
Contact me through the contact form or email me. Once we chat and know we are a good fit for each other, I will send you a contract to sign and a non-refundable deposit is necessary to secure the date.
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@melanieradleyphoto
Ottawa
Located in central Ottawa
Serving British Columbia, Alberta, Ontario, Quebec
& Always up for an adventure
Contact Us
melanieradleyphoto@gmail.com