"If you talk about it, it's a dream, if you envision it, it's possible, but if you schedule it, it's real."

—Tony Robbins

The art of photography

Making the Intangible, Tangible.

One Image at a Time.

Imagine walking by your wall every morning and not only remembering the love and connection you have with your family, but FEELING it. That is the magic I create for my clients, it is so much more than a photo.


I am not here to create your run of the mill family pictures...I am here to create images that speak to your heart, to celebrate your bond to the ones you love most, I am here to capture your Legacy.



Investing in Your Legacy Begins Here...


SESSION FEE

Initial booking begins with a session fee to reserve your date and time on our calendar. The session fee covers all studio fees and photographers time including the pre-consultation (over the phone or in-person), actual session time, master retouching and post processing and optional art consultation. Session fee does not include digital images or physical products.


Planning & Stying Pre-Session Consultation

Planning a photoshoot and styling your family can feel overwhelming, don't let this hold you back. I am here to walk you through the process and it all begins with a pre-consultation over the phone or in person. In order to create images that speak to your heart, I need to know a little more about you and your family, what brought you here, what you want to capture and how you plan to use your art. All of this allows me to design and shoot with these answers in mind. You don't need to know all of these answers right now, my consultation is designed to help guide us in answering these questions together.


The Session

My number one goal during your session is to make it as low pressure as possible, while creating the most magic as possible. I will walk you through posing and prompts designed to compliment you and capture your family's essence in a timeless way. Trust me, I have all the tools in my tool box to make you look and feel amazing! After shooting we will take a few moments to go over my most cherished heirloom products and print finishes to see which ones you like best.


Digital & Print Collections -or- art consultation

Approximately 1-2 weeks post session you will receive a link to a private on-line viewing gallery. You have the option to select your Digital & Print Collection directly from this gallery or opt for an in-person art consultation where I can provide you with samples and answer all of your questions about sizes and finishes that best to compliment your home. *Clients that choose to do an in-person art consultation will receive 3 complimentary 8x10 images AND 20% off their a-la-carte purchases.


Images lost in digital space is not our end game. I am passionate about print with a mission to create tangible heirloom products that are designed to inspire feeling that a screen simply can not replicate. I have scoured all the latest trade shows to bring you the best in heirloom products. With beautiful hand crafted albums all the way from Italy and museum quality print finishes to truly bring your favorite portraits to life.



Best Fine Art Photographer in Las Vegas

Portrait Session Fee

200

* Baby, Child, Senior, Mommy & Me, Family, Maternity
* 1-2 Hour Session Time
* Choice of Studio or Location
* Pre-Consultation (Phone or In-Person)

Best Newborn Photographer in Las Vegas

Newborn Session Fee

300

* Babies 6 Weeks and Younger
* Ideally Within 14 Days of Life
* 3-4 Hour Session Time
* In Studio Session
* Pre-Consultation (Phone or In-Person)

Princess Photographer Las Vegas

Princess Session Fee

500

* 2 Hour Session Time
* Couture Gown, Make-Up & Hair
* Studio + Location
* Pre-Consultation (Phone or In-Person)

Las Vegas Wedding Photographer

Wedding Pricing

350/per hour

* Time and talent of photographer on your wedding day with all finished images provided via on-line gallery as well as a USB.
* Amenities such as albums, second shooter, engagement sessions are available a-la-carte at special rates.


If you talk about it, it's a dream, if you envision it, it's possible, but if you schedule it, it's real.

You could be one step closer by reaching out to me today.

@merrickimagery
FAQ

When to book a Newborn Session? What do we need to bring?

We strongly recommend booking BEFORE Baby Arrives, preferably towards the end of your second trimester. This allows us time to plan and order any custom props, color fabrics etc. This also reserves the time on our calendar near your due date. Newborn Sessions typically take place in babies first 14 days of life. We provide everything needed...outfits, wraps, props, baskets etc.

Why is the best time to photograph a Newborn within 2 weeks of life?

Babies are sleepiest and less aware at this age. Once they move beyond week 2 their sensory skills are developing and they are now aware and alert. They become very sensitive to sound, movement and light. They also settle into their poses and stay in their poses a little longer within this time frame. Babies beyond the ideal newborn window can still be captured beautifully, however we can assume an additional hour of shooting time to accomplish the same amount of images and some poses may just not be a possibility depending on babies response (such as the head in hands -aka- Froggy Pose).

When to book a Maternity Session? What to Wear?

All Momma-To-Be's carry their babies differently, so this is totally up to you. We find most women feel their most comfortable and confident around the 33 weeks. We have a small Maternity Wardrobe available to you complimentary consisting of 5 Maternity Gowns and 1 Maternity Body Suit. If you are planning your own wardrobe, we recommend solid color flowing dress, one that has a little movement and texture…a beautiful float like fabric like chiffon photographs beautifully! A bold color will photograph brilliantly up at Red Rock or the Snow, while a light pastels look gorgeous with a desert or mountains scene. For studio Maternity anything goes. I love, love, love something artistic and unconventional that celebrates motherhood!

When will I receive my Finished Gallery?

Edited images will be available for viewing in an online password protected gallery within approximately 2 weeks of your session.

Can I purchase all of the images taken during the session?

I do not sell or provide RAW files or unedited images as part of my services. Many photographers view their work as art and providing anything less than our own standards is considered an unfinished piece. My company and my name are associated with all images released by me. I spend anywhere between 10-20 hours editing each session (correcting skin tones, blemishes, enhancing and adjusting lighting until the original image has come to life with the vision I had in mind when pushing that shutter button.) I focus on quality not quantity. I convert the images from camera RAW to high resolutions printable formats and configure the file and document sizes. I will not display images on my website or social media pages that are unedited.

Safety and Sanitizing?

Your families health and safety is always priority. All of my props are thoroughly cleaned and sanitized following EVERY session. I will not place your baby or child in a situation that either myself or you do not feel completely comfortable. With newborns and babies I ask mom or dad to be within arms reach as needed.

What to wear at your Family Session?

To capture that truly timeless look neutrals with a pop of color are the way to go! You want outfits that are not going to draw attention away from your precious family. I encourage my families to wear colors and fabrics that are natural, however we still want your chosen look to compliment your families style. Not too many patterns, but not all solids either. A great way to break up the “all one color” look is to mix up the fabrics, have some layering and of course accessories!

@merrickimagery