Creative Portrait Photography:
How we work...
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Kristi is typically booked out 3 to 4
weeks in advance. Session spaces do often become available, and we can
often get you in earlier. Newborn sessions are a priority and we will
get you in as soon as you are ready. Kristi limits the amount of session
per month to ensure enough time is given to each of our clients so they
all receive her custom creative touch and we can maintain the highest
standard of quality. Kristi photographs Monday - Friday both in-studio
and on location. Kristi reserves her weekends for family time with her
husband and toddler son. If you need a weekend session, we have associate photographers for in-studio only.
The Studio: Kristi Sutton Elias Photography's has recently opened a new studio on Second street in Belmont Shore of Long Beach California. The new address is 203 suite B Glendora
Ave, Belmont Shores 90803. There are plenty of great shops and
restaurants next to the studio. All sessions are by appointment only.
Portrait sessions may last between 1 to 2 hours, Pets are welcome. You
will have a choice of in studio and/or on location for your portrait
session. There
are great locations near the studio that we love to use for our
sessions. 60-100 images will be presented to you at your viewing and
Ordering Session.
Sessions starting at $300: Your
session includes a $150 credit towards your portrait order. You will
have the option to purchase any additional portraits or specialty
products during your Order Session.
Packages: We
do offer a few packages as well as A la carte portraits and specialty
products. We also offer daily specials that will be presented to you at
your order session.
Top of the line Fine Art Products:Portraits are printed on the highest quality archival photographic paper at a professional lab. All portraits 8x10
or larger will have a complimentary fine art linen texture and are
mounted. wall portraits will have a choice of fine art linen, pallet
knife, metallic or a smooth finish. All wall portraits are mounted on Masonite
for maximum durability and protection. For a more modern or
contemporary look we now offer custom Gallery-Wrapped Canvas prints,
Fine Art Acrylics and Fine Art Metals. Exclusive to KSE Photography we are proud to introduce the Artistic Memory Box both a studio and client favorite.
Choosing Your Portraits:
Kristi likes to spend time creatively customizing your images .You will be presented with 60-100 images at a viewing and ordering session on a separate day. You will want to treat your order session as a fun date!
To further add to your experience we offer complimentary beverages
during your sessions. You will have a choice of champagne, cabernet
sauvignon, merlot or chardonnay for wines. We also offer soda, and both
flat or sparkling water and beer. During your ordering session you will
view your images on a large flat screen and we will go over sizes and
groupings that will look great together on your walls, fine art
finishes, and framing. We will place your order and answer any questions
you might have at that time. The turn around time for your portraits is two weeks from the date of your order session.
Scheduling: We
schedule photo sessions Six days a week. Kristi does sessions from
Monday through Friday morning. We have a couple associate photographers
who also do sessions during the week and weekends. The associate
photographers are trained by Kristi to re-create her style and poses.
Photo sessions are done between the hours of 10:00am-7:00pm.
What to Wear: We
aim to put a fashion flair towards all our portraits. With that being
said clothing selection is a big part of that process. When you book
your session we will email you out a detailed clothing list, with lots
of ideas for you to choose from for your session. We also have a
selection of wraps and silk fabrics for your session.
Hair & Makeup: If
you'd like to add hair and make-up to your portrait experience, Salon
Soma is attached to the studio and offers special pricing for your photo
session. Just let us know during your booking, and we will make all the
arrangements.
We hope you have a wonderful day!
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For a more modern or contemporary look we now offer custom Gallery-Wrapped canvas prints, fine art Acrylics and fine art Metals. Exclusive to KSE Photography we are proud to introduce the Artistic Memory Box both a studio and client favorite.
Surprise someone special with a gift registry or gift card. This is a great gift idea for any occasion including baby showers. We are adding in 2 free 8x10's for every pregnancy package purchased. Timeless professional photography that will be cherished forever.
You will receive watermarked low resolution .jpg files of all purchased
images. You can use these images freely on the internet, Facebook, and
digital photo frames.
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Specializing in sophisticated portraiture with an edge...
If you are looking for creative high-end portrait photographers, we
guarantee you will love your portraits or a re-shoot is on us. Our goal
is to take portrait photography to a higher level with both creativity
and individuality. We strive for excellence and nothing less...