MM PHOTOS CLIENT LOUNGE

Welcome to MM PHOTOS Client Lounge

Thank you for trusting MM PHOTOS to be your family photographer. It's a great honour and we can't wait to meet you all. 

Our client lounge has been built to provide you with everything you need to know about having a photoshoot here at MM PHOTOS. 

It gives you a full overview of what to expect, how to prepare and how to get the most out of you family photoshoot.

Take your time and please read this section of the website to get a great understanding of the whole process.

If you have any questions or are finding it difficult to get the information you’re after, please call us on (02) 9386 4298

We’re looking forward to capturing some gorgeous memories for your family.

Michael Martin

Owner/ Photographer

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Studio Address:

77 Dunning Avenue Rosebery, N.S.W. - We are upstairs on level 4 in Suite 406.

Studio Phone:

(02) 9386 4298

Emergencies:


If you have an emergency on the day of your photo shoot and cannot make it to your appointment, please call me on my

personal mobile on 0414 371 374.

or

Tim the Studio Manager on 0401 543 011

Rescheduling or Canceling Your Shoot:

If for any reason you need to reschedule please notify me as soon as possible. You have made a $100 holding deposit to secure your session.

If you cancel or reschedule your session with fewer than 7 days notice, then this holding deposit is no longer refundable and becomes a cancellation or reschedule fee.

Our T’s & C’s

Rescheduling due to weather for outdoor shoots will not incur the loss of your holding deposit.

Newborn sessions may need to be rescheduled due to babies health/comfort, if this is the case there is no charge to reschedule, and we will work with you to book a new session date. 

WHAT HAPPENS NEXT?

We encourage you to use the following link to book in your shoot prep call:

https://bit.ly/mmpcallreq

This is the call where we will go over all of the key information with you before you shoot and make sure we are on the same page.

Some of our best tips are listed down below based on the type of photoshoot you’re having with us.

Preparing For Your newborn photoshoot:

  • Plan to feed your baby when you arrive to your session and plan to arrive in the studio 15 minutes before your session time, so baby can be topped up. For a lot of couples this will be the first time you’ll be leaving the house with your newborn, it may take you a bit longer than you expect.

  • Upon arrival your baby will be undressed and swaddled in one of our wraps. At this time we will ask you to feed your baby again.

  • If bottle feeding, please bring along a bottle.

  • Don’t forget to bring spare nappies.

  • If you use a dummy please keep it nearby. If you don’t, don’t worry about it.

  • Please check your emails or follow the link below to fill out our ‘Newborn Styling Guide Questionnaire Form’ - This where you select the beautiful props and styling options that we will provide for the shoot.

  • We need to make sure everyone is comfortable. Please note our studio is air conditioned for the comfort of your baby and family.

  • To personalise your shoot, bring your babies favourite soft toy or a blanket that a relative made or gifted. Family heirlooms and items that reflect your passions in life can also be great to include.

  • You might love sports, music, video games etc… Bring some props that will help reflect your passions and interests, while also highlighting the scale of your tiny newborn baby.

Preparing For Your family photoshoot:

Whether your photoshoot is outdoors or in the studio, our sessions are designed to be more than just a series of posed photos; they are about spending quality time together, creating beautiful memories that reflect your family's unique bond. Whether it's the playful laughter of your children, the toddler tantrums,  or the quiet moments of connection, we aim to document the moments that matter most. To help you make the most of your session, we've compiled some tips to ensure it's a fun and relaxed experience.

  • Aim to arrive in the neighbourhood 15 mins before your session. Being on time is so important, it ensures we can get the most out of your session.

  • Talk to your kids about the session being a fun adventure. Don't make it out to be something they have to be good and "behave" for. Instead talk about how they'll be playing and having a great time with the photographer, and that they'll capture those joyful moments. This helps set a positive tone and reduces pressure.

  • Explain to your kids that the photoshoot is about spending time together as a family and showing how much they love each other. This can make them feel special and more willing to participate.

  • Schedule the session at a time when your children are usually happy and well-rested. Avoid times when they might be hungry or tired to help ensure a smoother experience.

  • If your child has a favourite toy or blanket, bring it along. These items can provide comfort and can also be a cute addition to the photos.

  • Bring along some non-messy snacks and water. A quick snack break can work wonders if kids start to get restless or need a little boost.

  • Be Yourself! Encourage everyone to just be themselves. Genuine emotions and interactions always create the most memorable and heartfelt photographs.

  • Relax and enjoy the moment: Remember, the session is about capturing your family’s unique story. Enjoy the time together, and let the moments unfold naturally.

Preparing For Your dog photoshoot:

We offer both in studio and outdoor shoots for dogs. We aim to capture the beautiful and candid connections between you and your furry best friend. They are in a lot of cases your first baby, and definitely a member of the family. We want to capture those playful moments, as well as some more thoughtful introspective portraits for you to enjoy for years to come.

We’ve compiled some tips below to ensure you and your furry best friend get the most out of the session:

  • Aim to arrive in the neighbourhood 15 mins before your session. Being on time is so important, it ensures we can get the most out of your session.

  • Please ensure that you bring some of your dogs favourite treats and toys to the photoshoot. we want them to be comfortable with things that they’re familiar with.

  • Toys can ensure we capture some awesome action shots and treats ensure we can capture the beautiful posed shots we’re looking for. We have an endless supply of pigs ears and treats for your dog.

  • If this shoot is outdoors, be sun smart, bring water for you and your dog. No one looks good while dehydrated : )

  • We recommend burning off a little bit of your dog’s energy before the photoshoot to make them a little bit more calm. This is particularly important for our studio dog shoots.

  • Please ensure that your shoot is booked for a time when your doggo is most active and rested.

what to wear:

You need to feel like you, always

While it's lovely to dress up for your photos, it's more important that you feel like yourself. Don’t feel pressured to wear something too formal if it doesn’t suit your style; it’s better to be comfortable and enjoy the moment than to feel stiff and out of place.

Choose outfits from your own wardrobe that you already love – those pieces that make you feel amazing every time you wear them. Comfort is key! Just ensure that your clothing is clean, neat, and freshly ironed, so you can look and feel your best.

Top Clothing Tips:

  • Keep the tone of the outfits similar. Either all lighter or all darker. If one person is in a lighter tone than the rest, that person will stick out.

  • Start with the fussiest person to pick the outfit for. Once you have decided on what that person is wearing, its easy to select the other family members’ outfits to match.

  • Look at the colours in your house, your furniture and decor and select an outfit thats going to tie in with your home. You'll want to display these images on the walls and if you've chosen a colour that doesn't work with the rest of your home they won’t match as well.

  • Avoid logos and distracting patterns. These will date your images and draw attention away from your features. Keeping it simple is best.

  • Don't wear baggy loose clothing. You might feel more comfortable in it, but it will make you look bigger than you are. Well fitting clothes are the best. 

  • Spend the time on your makeup or treat yourself and get a makeup artist to do it for you. You want to keep it natural but it is a rare opportunity to take professional family portraits.

  • Make sure your nails are clean and tidy. Remove any old chipped nail polish and repaint before your session if you'd like them painted. Remember if you're cuddling and holding your kids your hands will be photographed.

planning your artwork:

Between now and your viewing appointment please take some time to think about how you'd like to see these beautiful images displayed in your home.

Generally all of our clients leave our studio with physical artwork. We feel that physical artwork is appreciated more and is seen everyday in your home. It can be enjoyed by generations to come and will provide you with a daily reminder of the beautiful memories you created with your family.

Perhaps you're keen for a statement piece to hang on your wall or maybe you're after a series of images on the wall to tell your family story.

Do you like the idea of having an album sitting on the coffee table or bookcase to flip through and remember? Either way we will have the perfect product for you.

All of our products are printed by professional photographic labs so we can guarantee the quality of your photos will be top notch - All our artwork has a 75 year replacement guarantee.

These printed products will truly stand the test of time and will be around for your kids, grandkids and even great grandkids to enjoy.

Wall Art Scaling:

We use an awesome piece of software for our viewing. It allows us to show you art styles on you walls, in you home down to the exact centimetre.

This makes your viewing session so much more personalised and interactive as we will be designing for your home interior and we can take colours and scale into account when planning your gorgeous pieces of wall art.

All you need to do is follow the steps below outlined in our video.

Products & Pricing:

It’s our job to create beautiful portraits that you’ll treasure forever.

We will help you build a package that’s perfect for your budget and home.

Digital Files:

It is the 21st Century and we understand that a lot of people simply prefer digital files for ease of access and the ability to share with friends and families.

Our digitals are High Res, 6K Images. We fully retouch any images you select to make everybody extra good looking.

Digitals are available from $350 for individual images

Digital collections Start from $1995 - 10 Images

Wall Art:

Wooden Prints,Framed Prints, Canvas, Metallic Prints & Acrylic prints

A physical piece of wall art that lives permanently in your home will be cherished for generations to come.

We will help you design the perfect collection and size for the place in your home where you want to display it.

We offer both wall art collections to display a range of your favourite images or one-off stand-alone pieces.

Wood & Boxed Canvas prints cover our clients who appreciate a more textured finish for a touch of that ‘ old world charm’.

Boxed Metal and Acrylic prints cover our clients who appreciate something more modern, sleek and minimal.

Framed photographic paper will never go out of vogue. This format has stood the test of time for over 200 years.

Frames are handmade here in Sydney and are available in 2 finishes Black or White.

All of our layouts ( The overall shape impression on the wall) can be produced in whichever format you prefer.

Individual Pieces Begin at $295

Wall Art Collections begin At $1995

Albums & Matted Prints:


Sitting down with your child on a holiday or even any random day, and turning through the pages of their baby book is the quality time you can never replace.

Allowing for the display of multiple images from your session, an album or collection of matted prints tells your family story and reminds us that flipping through photos can start wonderful conversations, remind us of beautiful times gone by, and stress to our family how truly, deeply loved they are. 

Our hand bound, individually leather wrapped albums are handcrafted in Melbourne and are simply stunning. The quality on the print production is top tier and the rugged leather binding 7 cover ensures a unique rustic aesthetic and rugged protection for your precious prints.

individual matted prints - $350

Matted Print Collections Start from $1495 (With Matching Digitals)

albums start from $2995 (Includes Whole Shoot- All Digitals)


Payment Options:

  • Payment for your order is required at the completion of your viewing and ordering appointment. Here are the ways you can pay.

The refundable $100 holding deposit is only refundable if all parents/ decision-makers attend the the first viewing and ordering appointment.

MM PHOTOS Lifetime Stories:


One of our absolute favourite things about being photographers is getting to watch families grow.

Our aim is to become your photographer for life, so you're invited to take part in our lifetime stories. We will look after you at every age and stage, from your tiny newborns, to your cheeky toddlers, to your grumpy teenagers, and let's not forget the fur babies or the entire extended family sessions.

Once you've been a client of MM PHOTOS we consider you one of the family, and as such you get to experience our friends and family discounts. 

What does this mean? You'll never again pay a session fee to have a photoshoot with us.

You'll also receive more product credit for each and every session you book with us.

Your 2nd Session with MM PHOTOS:

  • No Session Fee

  • $300 Credit

Your 3rd Session with MM PHOTOS:

  • No Session Fee

  • $400 Credit

Your 4th Session with MM PHOTOS:

  • No Session Fee

  • $500 Credit

If you’ve not been able to find the answers you’re seeking here in our client lounge, then please feel free to call us on (02) 9386 4290

or

email us at: info@mmphotos.com.au

Lots of Love

The MM PHOTOS team