Frequently Asked Questions

Discover everything you need to know about our family photoshoots – where memories aren't just captured, they're crafted into timeless treasures.

How long does a typical family photoshoot last?

Our signature family sessions are like fine wine – perfectly timed at 90 minutes to capture spontaneity without exhausting little ones. This golden window allows us to create a tapestry of posed portraits and candid moments that tell your family's authentic story. For extended families or special celebrations, we offer custom timeframes to ensure every connection is honored.

What should we wear for our photoshoot?

Think harmony, not matching uniforms! We recommend coordinating your family's wardrobe with complementary colors that dance well together – earthy tones, gentle pastels, or muted palettes create timeless images. Avoid bold logos or distracting patterns that steal attention. Our pre-session style guide offers personalized suggestions based on your location and vision, ensuring your photographs remain eternally elegant rather than dated by fleeting trends.

How do you handle shy or uncooperative children?

Little personalities unfold at their own pace, and we're patient maestros of this delicate art. Before clicking a single frame, we invest time in building trust, transforming our camera from stranger to friend. Our sessions flow like play, not poses, allowing children's authentic spirits to bloom naturally. Those "uncooperative" moments? Often they become the treasured images that perfectly capture your child's unique spirit – the thoughtful gaze or mischievous smile that's quintessentially them.

How many edited photos will we receive?

Quality trumps quantity in our philosophy of visual storytelling. After your session, we carefully curate approximately 40-60 images that form a cohesive narrative of your family's essence. Each selected photograph undergoes artisanal editing – color harmony, gentle retouching, and our signature warmth – creating a collection where every image stands as a potential piece of wall art rather than a forgettable snapshot.

Can we request specific poses or locations?

Absolutely! Your vision forms the foundation of our creative collaboration. During our pre-session consultation, we weave together your dreams with our expertise, creating a bespoke experience. Whether you're drawn to the whispers of a wild meadow, the architectural elegance of urban landscapes, or the intimate sanctuary of your home, we'll craft a location strategy that resonates with your family's unique story. While we guide with artistic direction, your personal touchpoints and meaningful requests become our creative compass.

How far in advance should we book our session?

Like reserving a table at a beloved restaurant, our calendar fills with seasonal rhythm. For weekend sessions during golden autumn or blooming spring – our most sought-after seasons – we recommend securing your date 2-3 months ahead. Summer sessions benefit from 6-8 weeks' notice, while weekday bookings often accommodate more spontaneous planning. For milestone celebrations or holiday cards, early booking ensures your vision unfolds without compromise, allowing ample time for our creative partnership to bloom.

What happens if it rains on our scheduled day?

Nature writes its own script, and we gracefully adapt. If skies threaten more than atmospheric mist, we enact our weather contingency plan, discussed during booking. Typically, we'll reschedule to our predetermined backup date without additional fees. Alternatively, for the adventurous, we might embrace the elements, capturing the magic of light rain that often creates extraordinary luminosity and genuine moments. Some families even choose our rain-or-shine indoor studio option, where controlled lighting creates consistently stunning portraits regardless of external conditions.

Do you offer prints or just digital files?

While modern convenience demands digital delivery, we believe photographs fulfill their destiny through tangible expression. Our service includes both curated digital galleries and guidance toward heirloom-quality prints. Through our professional print partners, we offer museum-grade enlargements, hand-crafted albums, and custom wall collections that far transcend consumer printing options. The subtle tonality, color fidelity, and archival permanence of professional printing transforms your images from pixels to legacy – artwork worthy of passing through generations.

Can we include our pets in the family photoshoot?

Your furry family members are welcome participants in our visual storytelling! We recommend including pets for a portion of your session – typically the first third – when energy is fresh and attention spans are longest. Our patient approach and swift reflexes are well-practiced in capturing those fleeting moments of animal connection. For high-energy companions, consider bringing a helper to assist when their starring role concludes, allowing the session to flow seamlessly into human-centered portraits while ensuring your pet's comfort throughout.

How long until we receive our finished photos?

Your memories deserve meticulous crafting rather than rushed production. Within 3 days of your session, we'll share a curated preview of 3-5 highlight images to satisfy immediate excitement. Your complete gallery follows within 2-3 weeks, each image individually edited with our signature attention to color harmony and timeless finish. For special occasions requiring expedited delivery, we offer premium rush services – just let us know your timeline during booking, and we'll choreograph our workflow to meet your needs without compromising artistic quality.

Capturing Life's Precious Moments

Family photography session

Our Journey Through the Lens

Tybalye Photography was born from a simple yet profound realization: life unfolds in fleeting moments that deserve to be preserved. Founded in the heart of a creative family, our studio began as a whispered dream that gradually took shape through passion and perseverance. What started as capturing the laughter of our own children has blossomed into a tapestry of stories woven through countless families' most treasured memories.

Each frame we capture is more than just an image—it's a time capsule of emotions, connections, and milestones that would otherwise slip through the fingers of memory. We've walked alongside growing families, witnessed first steps and graduation celebrations, and held space for the quiet intimacy of everyday love that often goes undocumented but forms the foundation of family bonds.

"We don't just take photographs; we craft visual heirlooms that will whisper your family's story for generations to come."

Our Core Values

  • Authenticity: We believe in capturing real moments, not manufactured poses.
  • Artistry: Every photograph is a careful composition balancing technical excellence with emotional depth.
  • Connection: Building trust with families allows us to document their most genuine interactions.
  • Legacy: We create images that will be treasured not just today, but by future generations.
  • Joy: Our sessions are designed to be enjoyable experiences, not stressful obligations.
Behind the scenes at Tybalye Photography

The Tybalye Experience

What sets Tybalye apart isn't just our artistic eye or technical prowess—it's our approach to the entire photography experience. We've reimagined family photography sessions as opportunities for connection rather than obligation. When you book with us, you're not just securing a photographer; you're inviting a memory-keeper into your family's journey.

Our sessions unfold with the gentle rhythm of life itself. We begin with conversation and connection, allowing children to warm up naturally while parents relax into being fully present. While we guide with gentle direction, we prioritize authentic interaction over rigid perfection. Some of our most breathtaking images have emerged from unplanned moments—a spontaneous piggyback ride, a quiet exchange of glances between partners, or the unrestrained belly laugh of a child.

Beyond the session itself, we've crafted a full-service experience from consultation to final artwork delivery. We understand that beautiful photographs deserve to be more than digital files forgotten on a hard drive. That's why we work with master craftspeople to create tangible heirlooms—albums that tell your family's story, framed portraits that transform your home, and custom collections that grow alongside your family through the years.

We invite you to step into the Tybalye experience, where your family's unique story will be honored, celebrated, and preserved with the care and artistry it deserves. Because we believe that in a world that moves ever faster, there is profound value in slowing down to document the extraordinary beauty of your ordinary days.

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