Flaherty Photography

NOW BOOKING SCHOOLS FOR:

2024-25 SCHOOL YEAR


With Flaherty Photography, we got your school covered!


Are you ready for a better picture day?
​Fill out the inquiry form below to chat!
*School picture day info is not public. Please refer to the email from your school for more detailed information for your school.

WHAT SCHOOLS DO YOU PROVIDE SERVICE FOR?

At Flaherty Photography, we primarily work with private or independent schools that include preschools as well as K-12.


WHAT IS FINE ART SCHOOL PORTRAITS?

I want you to think simple, timeless, and modern pictures.  I use a gray backdrop that allows the focus to be on the adorable face of your child.  I aim to capture your child's personality by engaging in small talk with them, telling jokes, listening or singing to music and let them have fun and loosen up.  I will never tell your child "Say cheese" to force a smile out of them, and what you will see is genuine grins and giggles.


WHAT SERVICES DO YOU PROVIDE?

I provide services similar to big box photography companies just with a more personal touch. Here are just a few things I offer to schools:

    • Detailed communication instructions for schools to send out to families ahead of photo day.

    • Detailed instructions for families outlining the ordering process and what is all offered in the online gallery.

    • All the equipment needed to photograph everyone on photo day.

    • Private online gallery for viewing images.

    • 2-5 images per child will be shown in the gallery.

    • Digital images of all staff will be provided to the school for yearbook, website, and advertising purposes.

    • All staff members will be photographed and be provided a school ID badge if needed.  ID badges for students are available at an additional cost.

    • Additional items that can be provided to the school include: digitals, service stickers, class composites, & more.

    • Many print options that include packages and a la carte items, magnets, metal prints, keychains, and class composites.

    • I only take on a limited number of schools each year so I can provide top notch attention to the students, staff and families.


WHAT TIME OF THE YEAR DO YOU OFFER THESE PHOTO DAYS?

I work with each individual school to schedule school photo days any time during the academic year.  Factoring in what classes are on certain days, as well as a make-up day if there are many kids that miss. Some schools with more than 50 children, typically opt for additional picture days to spread the classes out and be less stressful for everyone.


WHAT ARE THE COSTS FOR FAMILIES?

The best part about this program is that you will get to view your child(s) pictures before you make any purchases.  There are no minimums to buy, and purchasing is not required.  Collections start at $25 and a la carte prints start at $10.  You can order exactly what you need, and nothing that you don't.  Your school can opt to have shipping enabled for orders allowing you the option to have them mailed directly to you and not worry about having them sent home with your student.

DO YOU USE ANY OF MY CHILD'S IMAGES FOR ANY PROMOTIONAL USES?

I do my best to educate all future clients on the style of my work by showing an online portfolio, business social media posts and pages, advertisements and promotion and preparation materials.  I do respect every customer's privacy, so I never use any child's photos without express written consent of a parent.


Every parent will have the opportunity to fill out and sign the online permission form that is emailed to everyone that places an order (link will be in your shipping confirmation email), or you can view it below and fill it out ahead of time.  We NEVER use anyone's name for confidentiality reasons, and if you do not complete this form, we will assume that we do not have your permission to use any of your child's photos.

MODEL RELEASE FORM

WHAT DOES THE SCHOOL RECEIVE?

Picture day couldn't be successful without the help from your school office staff and teachers.  Each teacher and staff member will be photographed

at no additional cost and the school principal/director will be provided with digital copies of those photos to use for their website, yearbook or other purposes.  An ID badge will be provided to every staff member (teachers love this as they can use their ID badge to get lots of discounts throughout the year by showing it).  If your school opts for class composites, each teacher will receive one 8x10 copy of their classroom, and the office will receive a copy of each class composite that can be used as a school directory.


WHAT IF MY SCHOOL DOESN'T OFFER THIS SERVICE AND I WANT THESE FOR JUST MY KIDS?

Although not all schools offer this style of school portraits, this is a style that many others love!  You can book a private session that takes place in my home studio in Altoona.  These are scheduled during school portrait months of November-March.  Want to bypass the session fee?  Chat with your school to participate in this Fine Art School Portrait Program and have these done at your school.  Contact me to schedule.


PRIVATE SESSION DETAILS:

• $65 session fee per child

• 10-minute session per child

• Online ordering from private gallery

• 3 digital images with print release are included plus option to purchase prints and additional images

If your school is interested in making a switch to a better photo day with Flaherty Photography, please fill out the form below

and I will get in contact with you to set up a meeting either in-person, on the phone, or Zoom to discuss options and talk

about scheduling.  I look forward to meeting you!