Prices
Here at Picstoria Photography, we are always working on refining our packages and prices. We strive to provide professional services by creating effective workflows, investing in education, high-quality gear and props, perfecting lighting setups and scenes, matching our clients' expectations with our capabilities and skills.
We understand that skilled photography services come with a cost, and we expect our clients to respect the effort, input, and time we put into our work.
With great respect for our fellow photographers, we price our services competitively while also ensuring they remain affordable and beneficial for our clients. We believe that photography is a beautiful art that should be affordable to those who appreciate and value it.
Picstoria Photography offers comprehensive photography services. For all our clients, we provide recommendations for locations, outfits, and tips on how to prepare for a session. We also offer a range of photo props, dresses for expectant moms, and outfits for babies from newborns up to one year old.
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Non-refundable retainer of $75 is required with a signed contract to secure the booking.
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Photos, that are included in the prices below, are digital high-resolution images that are sent through a downloadable private online gallery.
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You will receive a proofing gallery link the week following the session date to make your selection. Editing time is two weeks after you inform us of your selection.
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There is no gas/travel fee within Calgary limits unless you live in an area with paid parking spots. In such cases, parking fees will be added to the final bill.
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High quality professional photo albums are available for purchase! The product page is coming. Printed photo albums are by request at the moment.
Studio
Studio Newborn Session
included:
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baby only
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in studio photoshoot (Calgary SE)
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3 setups / theme colours / props
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3 hours of session time
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10 high-resolution fully edited images
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photo proofs preview
$320
add-ons:
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include parents and/or siblings (with two extra images) - $40
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all other extra fully edited images - $18 per image
Studio
Studio Maternity Session /
Creative and Boudoir Maternity Session
included:
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mom only
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2 backdrops (professional paper backdrops)
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unlimited outfits and looks (as much as you like!)
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pre-shoot photo mood board
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access to my client's collection of dresses and fabrics
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2 hours of session time
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10 high-resolution fully edited images
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photo proofs preview
$320
add-ons:
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include partner and/or siblings (with two extra images) - $40
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all other extra fully edited images - $18 per image
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professional makeup - $120
Studio
Cake Smash Session
included:
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1 setup / theme colour
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studio photoshoot
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all the props
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6" round cake
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baby closet access
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1 hour of session time
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20 high resolution fully edited baby images
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one family photo in the setup
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photo proofs preview
$330
add-ons:
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bath (make it "smash and splash") - $45
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include siblings - free
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family pictures using a photography backdrop (with two extra images) - $40
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all other extra fully edited images - $18 per image
In-home or outdoor
Lifestyle Newborn Session
included:
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immediate family, grandparents, pets
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in-home or outdoor session
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lifestyle photoshoot
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1-2 hours of session time
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40 high-resolution artistically edited images
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photo proofs preview
$380
add-ons:
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extra edited images - $8 per image or $70 per 10 images
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full gallery of high resolution images - $250
(full galleries do not include skin retouching, only basic editing like colour and exposure correction)
In-home or outdoor
Lifestyle Maternity Session
included:
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immediate family
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outdoor or in-home session
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lifestyle photoshoot
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1-2 hours of session time
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40 high-resolution artistically edited images
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access to client's closet
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photo proofs preview
$380
add-ons:
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extra edited images - $8 per image or $70 per 10 images
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full gallery of high resolution images - $250
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professional makeup - $120
(full galleries do not include skin retouching, only basic editing like colour and exposure correction)
In-home or outdoor
Family Session /
Extended Family Session (up to 12 people)
included:
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family members up to 12 people
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outdoor or in your home session
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1-2 hours of session time
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40 high resolution artistically edited images
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outfit recommendations
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photo proofs preview
$380
add-ons:
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additional family member - $25
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extra edited images - $8 per image or $70 per 10 images
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full gallery of high resolution images - $250
(full galleries do not include skin retouching, only basic editing like colour and exposure correction)
Studio or Outdoor
Baby milestones /3-6-9 months / Sitter session
included:
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baby only
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two colours/setups
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all the props
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baby closet access
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30 minutes session time
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15 high resolution fully edited images
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photo proofs preview
$220
add-ons:
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extra fully edited images - $18 per image
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include siblings (with two extra images) - $40
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include parents (with two extra images) - $40
Why do packages have different number of photos?
It's due to the way photos are captured and edited. Studio photos, taken with artificial lighting, and lifestyle natural light photos go through distinct post-production steps. The editing process for studio photographs tends to be more comprehensive and time-consuming. Each photo becomes a work of art, carefully polished to perfection. Lifestyle photos, on the other hand, do not require the detailed editing.
Rewards and ways to save.
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When you book two full sessions (for example, Maternity and Newborn sessions) at the same time, you get a $75 discount.
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10% off a full (1 hour +) session for returning customers, not eligible for minis or bundles.
Privacy of your photos.
As a client of Picstoria Photography, you can decide on the privacy of your photos when booking. Additionally, during our session, you will be asked whether you agree or disagree with the use of your photos on social media (Facebook or Instagram posts and stories), the website, and/or advertising.
As an owner of Picstoria Photography, I value your privacy and respect you decision. I would be honoured if you wouldn't mind me sharing your photos with my followers on social media or here on the website!
If you are not comfortable sharing your photos publicly, you don't have to pay extra for the privacy of your photos. However, you will still be asked to sign the standard photography contract when booking.
Copyright and Client's use of photos.
The contract states photographer's copyright and ownership of the produced images (per the Copyright Act of Canada).
The client’s rights are limited to personal use only. Photographs may not be sold or used in advertising. This means you can share photos with your family and friends (privately and on social media), and make prints for personal use (for example, holiday cards, photo albums, prints on the wall).
Timing and payment.
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Photo proofs are sent during the week following the photo session. Final retouched high-resolution images are guaranteed to be delivered via a private online gallery without watermarks within three weeks after the client makes their selection through the gallery of photo proofs. During less busy seasons, the timing is typically shorter (1-2 weeks), and this will be specified during the session.
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A non-refundable deposit is required at booking and will be applied to the cost.
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No part of any order, including previews and photo proofs, will be delivered until the balance is paid in full. The balance is due on the day of the session.
Calgary Newborn, Maternity, Family Photographer