Question 1

HOW DO I BOOK A SESSION?

Accepted Answer

Choose your experience, preferred date, and time from the appropriate service page, then complete the booking form.Submitting a request does not reserve your date. Approved clients will receive an invoice for the 50% non-refundable retainer. The invoice includes the service terms and serves as the agreement for the session. Your session is officially confirmed after the retainer is paid and a confirmation email is received.

Question 2

WHEN DO NEW APPOINTMENTS OPEN?

Accepted Answer

Appointments generally open one month at a time on the 20th. For example, October appointments open on September 20.Availability is first come, first served. Submitting a request does not hold a date without a paid retainer.

Question 3

HOW FAR IN ADVANCE SHOULD I BOOK?

Accepted Answer

Book as early as possible after your preferred month becomes available, especially for birthdays, maternity sessions, graduations, and time-sensitive announcements.Remember to allow time for the session, proof selection, and the standard 7–14 day editing period.

Question 4

HOW DO PAYMENTS WORK?

Accepted Answer

A 50% non-refundable retainer is required within 24 hours of approval.The remaining balance is due on the session date and may be paid by cash, Zelle, or Apple Pay only. Applicable Connecticut sales tax will be included.

Question 5

WHERE ARE YOU LOCATED?

Accepted Answer

Snapped by Tia’s primary studio is located in New Haven, Connecticut. The complete address and arrival instructions are provided after booking is confirmed.Outdoor and on-location sessions are also available. Travel and location fees may apply.

Question 6

WHAT PHOTOGRAPHY SERVICES DO YOU OFFER?

Accepted Answer

I specialize in creative portrait photography, including birthdays, maternity, personal branding, beauty, fashion, editorials, announcements, headshots, and other milestones.I also offer graduation and event photography. Visit the appropriate service page to view availability and pricing.

Question 7

WHAT IS CREATIVE DIRECTION?

Accepted Answer

Creative direction helps develop or refine the overall visual concept for your session. Depending on your needs, it may include visual references, color direction, general styling guidance, and set or prop planning.Creative direction is only available with The Icon and The Masterpiece when requested or needed. The Muse is designed for clients arriving with one complete, ready-to-execute look.

Question 8

DO I HAVE TO USE CREATIVE DIRECTION?

Accepted Answer

No. Icon and Masterpiece clients with a completed vision may move directly into session preparation.If you request creative direction or your concept requires additional development, you may receive the Creative Foundation Questionnaire after booking.

Question 9

CAN I BRING SOMEONE TO MY SESSION?

Accepted Answer

Yes. You may bring up to two non-participating guests for support.Anyone being photographed must be listed on the booking form and approved in advance. Additional-participant or group fees may apply.

Question 10

HOW DOES PRICING WORK FOR MULTIPLE PARTICIPANTS?

Accepted Answer

Standard package pricing is based on one person. Each additional participant is $50.Larger groups may require additional time, coordination, and edited images. Group pricing is provided through a custom quote based on the number of participants and session requirements.

Question 11

DO YOU PROVIDE OUTFITS, PROPS, OR SET DESIGN?

Accepted Answer

Outfits are not provided. Clients are responsible for bringing their own outfits and props unless prop sourcing or studio-provided items have been discussed in advance.Prop sourcing, specialty materials, custom backdrops, rentals, and set production may be available for an additional fee. Large, messy, breakable, flammable, or specialty items must be approved before the session.

Question 12

CAN I ADD ANOTHER OUTFIT?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Additional outfits may be added for $75 each, subject to package limits and available session time.

Question 13

CAN I EXTEND MY SESSION?

Accepted Answer

Additional time may be purchased for $70 per 30 minutes, subject to availability.Extra time should be requested before the session. Same-day extensions are not guaranteed.

Question 14

WHAT HAPPENS IF I AM LATE?

Accepted Answer

Late arrival reduces your photography time because sessions must still end at the scheduled time.Clients arriving more than 30 minutes late may have their session canceled without refund. Additional time may be purchased if the schedule allows, but it is not guaranteed

Question 15

WHAT HAPPENS IF THE WEATHER IS BAD?

Accepted Answer

Unsafe weather or travel conditions may require rescheduling at the photographer’s discretion.Weather-affected sessions will be moved to the next mutually available date without an additional session fee. Cloudy skies, overcast conditions, or light rain may still be considered workable.

Question 16

WHAT HAPPENS AFTER MY SESSION?

Accepted Answer

A watermarked proof gallery will be delivered approximately 24 hours after your session. You will select the number of images included with your package by the deadline provided.Final edited images are delivered within 7–14 days after your selections are submitted. Editing does not begin until your selections are received.

Question 17

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN STANDARD AND CREATIVE EDITS?

Accepted Answer

Standard edits include professional retouching, color correction, background cleanup, and overall image refinement.Creative edits may include advanced Photoshop work, compositing, special effects, graphic elements, or other artistic enhancements.

Question 18

CAN I REPLACE THE ICON’S CREATIVE EDITS WITH STANDARD EDITS?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The Icon includes 12 final images: eight standard edits and four creative edits. If creative edits are not needed, you may receive all 12 as standard edits.Creative edits cannot automatically be exchanged for a larger number of standard images.

Question 19

CAN I PURCHASE ADDITIONAL EDITED IMAGES?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Additional standard edits are $20 per image, and additional creative edits are $40 per image.Additional images may be selected from your proof gallery before editing begins.

Question 20

IS PRIORITY EDITING AVAILABLE?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Priority editing starts at $125 and is subject to availability.The price and accelerated delivery timeline depend on the size and complexity of your gallery. Priority editing must be approved before purchase.

Question 21

CAN I REQUEST REVISIONS?

Accepted Answer

One revision per selected image may be requested within 48 hours of final delivery. All revision requests must be submitted together.Additional revisions, late requests, or changes that significantly alter the original direction may require an additional fee.

Question 22

CAN I RECEIVE THE UNEDITED FILES?

Accepted Answer

Unedited files are available for $200 unless they are already included with your selected package. The Masterpiece is the only package that includes all unedited images from the session.Unedited files do not represent the finished Snapped by Tia style and may require compatible software to access or process.

Question 23

WILL MY PHOTOS BE POSTED?

Accepted Answer

Possibly, however,  Snapped by Tia will follow the sharing preference selected on your booking form.Your images will not be posted before you share them unless you provide prior permission. Providing an Instagram handle does not automatically grant permission to post or tag you.

Question 24

HOW LONG WILL MY FINAL GALLERY BE AVAILABLE?

Accepted Answer

Final galleries remain available online for 60 days after delivery.Please download and safely store your images before the gallery expires. Gallery restoration is not guaranteed and may require a reactivation fee.

Question 25

HOW CAN I CONTACT YOU?

Accepted Answer

Email snappedbytia@gmail.com or text (475) 355-1327. Please allow 2–3 business days for a response before following up.Business inquiries are not handled through social media DMs.Phone calls must be scheduled in advance.