First, be ready to have fun and relax.  If we can do these two things together, I promise you will love the results!  My style is casual, fun, spontaneous and sometimes a little unexpected.  While I may ask your child to look at me, you won’t hear me ask your child to say “cheese”.  I want to catch them as they are, natural expressions, having fun, being mischievous  and yes, even pouting.  You may hear me sing a silly song, talk about purple pickles, bark like a dog or dance like a chicken.  I might ask for your help to get genuine laughs.  Trust me, I am working, it just looks like play!  For little ones, I like to approach sessions more like a playdate than a photoshoot with a lot of pressure to perform.  Relaxed and happy with a side of chaos photographs well!  For older kids and teens, I spend time connecting with them, asking them questions about their life and what they love.  It’s all about connection!

Yes, once you pay the session fee I will send over a client survey.  This survey sets you up in my system, goes over policies and helps me get to know your family before our time together.

Yes!  If you would like some help I am happy to assist in coordinating outfits before your session.

If you book a Signature Session, yes!  Mini sessions do not allow for enough time to change outfits unless it is simply removing a layer.

I keep a close eye on the weather before and on the day of your session.  We will make the decision together should we need to reschedule due to inclement weather (including wind).

I will contact you within 2 weeks of your session to let you know your gallery is ready for viewing. It will be active for 7 days.  Payment must be made in full prior to release of full resolution images. Due to the custom nature of my work, all fees are non-refundable. Digital downloads are sent within 24 hours of payment in full.

Signature Sessions will have a minimum of 70 images.  Mini sessions will have a minimum of 25 images presented, of which 5 are included in the mini session fee with the option to purchase more.

Yes!  5 images are included with the price of a mini session.  Additional images can be purchased at a rate of $75 each.  If you decide you want the full gallery it is a flat $500 fee.

Only if you choose that option.  I love sharing sessions here on my website, on my blog and on social media.  I respect and understand that not everyone is comfortable with that.  When you complete your client survey you will be given the option to opt out.  I will only share with your permission.

I currently use a Nikon D850 with a variety of professional lenses.  I also have a D750 backup.

While packages include full resolution digital images, copyright is maintained by Lyndsay Stradtner and Life in Motion Photography.  A limited release is provided to you with your order for printing purposes.  You can print as big or as small as you choose, as many times as you choose.  It is, however, unlawful and illegal to scan, alter, add filters or edit the images.  I take great care in editing each individual image and the quality is important to me.  Scanning or altering an image depreciates its value, and along with it, my reputation.  Cropping is totally fine.  Social sharing is encouraged and appreciated with proper credit linking back to Life in Motion Photography.  Thank you for valuing my passion, my art and my copyright.