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SERVICES AND INVESTMENT
The Aes Experience
YOUR GUIDED PATH TOWARD MEMORY LANE
INQUIRY
After filling out a contact inquiry form, you will receive a response within two-three business days with full package pricing, inclusions, and availability details! I hope to answer all of your pre-existing questions right from the start regarding your future session. All sessions are granted an initial consultation call to discuss further details!
PREPARATION
Hooray, you have now paid your initial deposit and signed a contract to secure the date and time of our session(s)! This is the perfect time to plan and prepare for your session by choosing your outfits and props. Depending on your type of session, you will be sent a questionnaire to gather some useful information for planning and wedding timeline creation . If further guidance is needed, I am available 24/7 via email to provide tips and advice, as well as, virtual calls by appointment only!
CELEBRATE & DELIVER
It’s the big day! After capturing your beautiful memories, I will provide sneak peaks within two-seven business days within your online photo portal. Final galleries can take up to one-three weeks for regular sessions, and four-twelve weeks for weddings to return a fully edited digital gallery!
ENJOY
You received your gorgeous images, now what? I offer print options to help showcase your beautiful photos around your home, to share as gifts, and much more! Ask about print options during a print consultation following the delivery of your final gallery!
SERVICES & SESSION OFFERINGS
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WEDDINGS & ELOPEMENTS
Collections offering full wedding day coverage start at $4,500. Average AES couples spend about $5,500. All Collections vary in inclusions and have different add-on options available. Custom Destination Collections are available.
Discounts are offered on preferred venues and locations. See qualifying list of destinations and venues below.
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COUPLES & ENGAGEMENTS
Packages for Couples & Engagement sessions start at $450.
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GRADUATES & SENIORS
Packages for High School Senior sessions start at $450.
Undergraduate, & Higher Education College Graduate sessions start at $350.
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MATERNITY, NEWBORN, & FAMILY
Packages for Maternity, Newborn, & Family sessions start at $450.
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PERSONAL & PROFESSIONAL BRANDING
Packages for Professional Headshots & Branding sessions start at $350.
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BOUDOIR & SELF LOVE
Packages for Boudoir sessions start at $450.
CROSSING BORDERS OR OVER SEAS
DESIGN YOUR CUSTOM DESTINATION & TRAVEL COLLECTION
Preferred Michigan Venues
Is your wedding taking place at one of these venues?
Receive 15% off your collection of 10 hours or more!
Metro-Detroit Wedding Venues
Planterra Conservatory - West Bloomfield, MI
Book Tower Detroit - Detroit, MI
Adams Manor - Rochester Hills, MI
Detroit Foundation Hotel - Detroit, MI
Shepherd’s Hollow Golf Club - Clarkston, MI
St. Johns Resort (Atrium) - Plymouth, MI
The Masonic - Detroit, MI
The Detroit Institute of Arts - Detroit, MI
Shinola Hotel - Detroit, MI
Meadowbrook Hall - Rochester Hills, MI
Pine Knob Mansion - Clarkston, MI
West Michigan Wedding Venues
The Felt Estate - Holland, MI
Venue Bella Giornata - Byron Center, MI
Greencrest Manor - Battle Creek, MI
City Flats Hotel, Grand Rapids, MI
Etre Farms - St. Joseph, MI
High Five GR - Grand Rapids, MI
Black River Barn - South Haven, MI
Preferred Destination Venues
Is your wedding taking place at one of these venues or destinations?
Receive 15% off your Destination Collection!
United States Destinations & Venues
Shadowbrook at Shrewsbury - Shrewsbury, NJ
Florentine Gardens - River Vale, NJ
Park Chateau Estate & Gardens - East Brunswick, NJ
The Olana - Hickory Creek, TX
The Penthouse at Hyde Park - Chicago, IL
Cafe Brauer at Lincoln Park Zoo - Chicago, IL
Ravisloe Country Club - Homewood, IL
The Armour House - Lake Forest, IL
Bridgeport Art Center - Chicago, IL
Old Courthouse - Cleveland, OH
Ariel Pearl Center - Cleveland, OH
Cheekwood Estate & Gardens - Nashville, TN
The Columns at One Commerce Square - Memphis, TN
The Ashford Estate - Allentown, NJ
Purslane at the Boathouse - Brooklyn, NY
Cannon Green - Charleston, SC
The Gadsden House - Charleston, SC
Magnolia Plantation & Gardens - Charleston, SC
The Governor Thomas Bennett House - Charleston, SC
Montage Palmetto Bluff - Charleston, SC
International Destinations & Venues
Positano, Italy
Santorini, Greece
Rome, Italy
Sorrento, Italy
Paris, France
FAQs
What gear do you use? Do you use flash?
I primarily use DSLR & Mirrorless cameras to photograph wedding days and portrait sessions. I have a variety of lenses to accommodate far distances and near approaches, as well as, flash accommodations to work in low light venues and locations.
How many photos will we receive?
I try not to cap the amount of images clients will receive. Typically an average of 75-100 photos are returned within an hour of shooting time. The photos that are returned will be edited based upon exposure, color, and contrast. Duplicate photos, unintentional blur, closed eyes, or other determining factors affecting a photos quality will be removed from the gallery.
My venue requires insurance. Do you have liability insurance?
Yes! I would be more than happy to provide your venue with proof of coverage for your day!
Do you offer payment plans?
Yes! I have a standard payment plan set in stone for regular sessions, small events, and weddings. If you wish to have a custom payment plan, I can break down payments into three installments spread over time leading up to your event. I offer a variety of payment options to fulfill your services.
Do you travel for weddings, are there fees?
I absolutely LOVE to travel and would be honored to photograph your event at your heart’s chosen destination or a place you call home. I travel both Domestically throughout the United States and Internationally! Pricing for accommodations for flights, lodging, and transportation may vary upon location and are individually reviewed within our initial consultation call.
How canI book you ?
If you are ready to take the nexts steps in capturing your memories, please fill out a formal inquiry form with the necessary details about you and your milestone. I am happy to get on a virtual zoom call to discuss any questions you may have. You will receive an electronic contract to sign, as well as, an invoice for the initial booking fee to reserve your date! Once this is taken care of, we can start the planning process!
HAVE ANOTHER QUESTION? SEND ME A MESSAGE!
Content at your Fingertips
EVENT CONTENT CREATION
SHAREABLE MOMENTS FROM BEHIND THE SCENES, PERFECT FOR REMEMBERING ALL OF THE IN-BETWEENS
What is social media & behind the scenes content creation?
The content captured on your big day will be documented in a raw, in the moment , easily accessible format, perfect for social media and ease of access on mobile devices. It is a collection of moments throughout the wedding day from a bystander point of view shown through photos and short form video clips. By using a preplanned timeline, we can seamlessly capture all of your big moments in another format.
What moments are usually captured?
Anything and everything can be captured within a reasonable timeline! These moments can include, getting ready moments, bridal party gift giving, first looks, champagne popping, walking down the aisle, your first kiss, entrances into the reception, dances, cake cutting, etc!
AES AVAILABILITY
Below is a list of general booking information to aid in knowing when to reach out to book your session! Please note that these are a general estimate based off of previous booking inquiries.
WEDDING & ELOPEMENT COLLECTIONS
Wedding Collections
Booked within 1 year to1.5 years out from the desired event date
Elopement & Micro-Wedding Collections
Booked within 6 months to 1 year to the desired event date
Destination Wedding Collections
Booked within 1 year to1.5 years out from the desired event date
STANDARD SESSIONS
Engagements & Couples
Booked 3-6 months in advance to desired month. Typically done on weekday evenings
Graduates & High School Seniors
Booked 3-6 months in advance to desired month. Typically done on Thursdays, Fridays, or Mondays if in Grand Rapids or Lansing area
Family, Maternity & Newborn
Booked 1-2 months in advance to the desired month. Typically done on weekday evenings
Branding & Headshots
Booked 1 month in advance to the desired month of booking . Sessions are typically done on weekdays. If studio time is requested, dates may vary by studio availability
Boudoir & Studio Bridals
Booked 3-6 months in advance to the desired month of booking. Sessions are typically done on weekdays. If studio time is requested, dates may vary by studio availability
YOU
Here to serve
I vow to protect your voice and desires through this entire process from beginning to end. I offer a client centered approach to your wedding day or celebration milestone to ensure you a heard and that your vision comes to life through beautiful, candid, story-telling, photographs.
IT’S YOUR DAY
I am here to serve you, be your shoulder to lean on, and offer my knowledge and expertise to make your event day or session flow smoothly so you can take in all of the happiness, love and emotions with your friends and family members.
OUR CONNECTION
Within the planning process we will strategically plan multiple aspects including a detailed photography timeline, wedding or session day photo check list, brainstorm unique elements and locations for your photographs, family photography list, and much more.
THE DETAILS
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"Choosing to work with Alyssa is a no brainer. Alyssa is someone who naturally sees the beauty in everything! She has such an eye for photo ops, poses and is a phenomenal guide for how to look your absolute best in photos. She is also very warm, kind hearted and funny, taking the stress and anxieties of meaningful photos out of the equation."
- Ivy Oma
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