Frequently Asked Questions
As you search for the perfect photographer you will undoubtedly gather a list of questions that will need to be answered in order make a decision on who to hire that will be the best fit for your needs. I have compiled a list of frequently asked questions that may help you learn a little bit more about myself and the Katherine Abigail Photography process and experience.
What is the history behind Katherine Abigail Photography?
Katherine Abigail Photography was established in 2020, however I have been honing my eye behind a camera since 2014. What started out as a passion for documenting what lay in front of me, blossomed into a thriving photography business. In 2020 I launched KAP as a portrait and equestrian lifestyle business. By 2021 I was immersed in the wedding industry and loved being a part of such a pivotal moment in people’s lives. In 2023 I added boudoir to the services I offered because I saw a need for women to be photographed in a beautiful and inspiring way without the over sexualization that is common in this realm of photography. In 2024 I got married and moved from the coast to the desert which inspired yet another shift at KAP. Come 2025 I have returned to my roots as a portrait and equestrian lifestyle photographer but now with a whole new appreciation for the simple moments because I have experienced the grandeur of the wedding industry.
What is your favorite part of being a photographer?
Making new friends and creating incredible images for people! Before I decided on my career path people would always ask me what I was going to do when I grew up and my only answer was “ I just want a job that will give me the chance to be the best part of someone’s day.” I have always wanted to serve other’s in a position where I can make them smile and give them a reason to have a good part of their day. Photography has allowed me to do this in so many different ways and I will always be thankful for the opportunity to serve others while also doing something I love.
How much does a session cost?
KAP has multiple collections for you to choose from during the booking process. The collection you choose will affect the investment you are making. KAP collections start at $250.00.
How many images will I receive?
The collection you choose will also affect the number of images delivered per session. Image delivery starts at 8 images, however, most clients receive 60.
How will I receive my images and what is your turn around time?
You will receive your online gallery two weeks after your session date. A gallery link will be sent to you via email. Within your gallery you will be able to view, download, and print your images.
Will you photoshop my images?
Although I am proficient in photoshop, I use it very sparingly. I am a very true-to-reality photographer and care too deeply for my clients to do them the disservice of actively changing the art we create. On people my rule is: if it isn’t something that will be gone in two weeks then I won’t change it. This means I am happy to remove breakouts, bruises, and flyaways. However, I will not alter appearances by changing your figure or signs of age. I am also happy to remove general nuisances that will improve the cleanliness of an image such as sprinkler boxes, power lines, and wall outlets. If needed I will photoshop up to five images in a gallery. If you would like additional images photoshopped once you have received the gallery please let me know. I will invoice you based on the number of additional images you would like photoshopped and the amount of photoshopping needed for each image.
How long will my images be stored for?
You will be able to access your online gallery for one month after the date of delivery. After this it may be removed to make space for other client’s images. I highly recommend downloading your images when you first receive them so you don’t forget. That being said, assuming all my backups do not fail I will store your images for the rest of my life. I do my best to counteract the laws of nature by keeping your images stored on multiple external hard drives in multiple different locations. Should something ever happen to your images, please feel free to reach out, I would be happy to send you your images again. There is a $50 dollar reloading fee.
What is the booking process?
If you’ve made it this far and are interested in scheduling a session then the next step is to fill out the inquiry form. This form helps me to get a sense of who you are and what you are hoping for with your photography session. If you are looking to schedule something simple such as a portrait session and you don’t have a lot of questions we can correspond via email to decide on a date, time, and location. If the session type requires more planning such as a proposal or a boudoir then we can meet via zoom where I will assist you with any extra planning and we can decide on a date, time, and location. To reserve your date you will submit a non-refundable retainer of $250. Lastly, the final payment will be due a week prior to our session.
What about rescheduling, cancellations, tardiness, or inclement weather?
If you need to reschedule our session for sickness, injury, or an unexpected and unavoidable life event I totally understand, life happens. If possible, I would greatly appreciate it if you could provide me with 48 hours notice. If we can reschedule your session within two weeks of our original date then your retainer will be transferred to the new date and we will proceed as usual. If you wish to cancel your session without rescheduling your retainer will be forfeit. If you no-show our session, the entire value of the collection you scheduled will be forfeit. Please do you best to not to be tardy to your session, most of my sessions are scheduled during golden hour and I cannot prevent the sun from setting. If you are running late it will decrease the amount of time we have to work together. Inclement weather choices are made on a case by case basis. If the weather is dangerous or will negatively impact the quality of your images we will reschedule for another date. However, if the weather isn’t ideal but I am confident we could still get amazing images and you are up for an adventure then we will proceed as planned.
What time should we schedule the session for?
Since I am primarily an outdoor photographer I generally recommend that we schedule our session together to include golden hour which is the hour before sunset. The exceptions to this are if the weather is heavily overcast, the location is extremely shaded, or if we are working indoors. These are all things we will go over during the planning process and I will be able to assist you in choosing the best time for our session.
Where should we have the session?
I have locations lists for both Tehachapi and Santa Barbara that I will send to you during the planning process. If one of the locations on the list piques your interest, we can plan to use that spot. If you already have a specific spot in mind though I am also happy to discuss it with you and see if it would work with my photography process.
What should I wear?
No need to worry if you aren’t sure what to wear for your session. I will assist you with outfit ideas and any additional wardrobe questions you might have during the session planning process.
Will you pose me?
Absolutely! I walk you through all of the posing during our session, even down to the fingertips sometimes. You don’t need to worry about being shy or awkward in front of the camera, I will help you with all of that.
Can I print my own images or do you offer professional print products?
While I will always hold the copyright to all KAP images and require that you cite me for my work in appropriate mediums; you are welcome to do with your images as you wish. That being said, I do offer a wide variety of print products including both framable prints and photography albums. If it is within your budget I do highly recommend that you use my print studio to ensure the truest quality and color results.
Where are you located and do you travel?
I am located in the cities of Tehachapi California and Santa Barbara California. If you are scheduling a session for one of these two locations or within an hour radius of them there is no travel fee. However, I do love to travel and experience all the photographic opportunities new places offer. If I need to travel for our session I charge the U.S. standard milage rate which is currently 70 cents per mile. If airline tickets or hotel stays are going to be necessary for our session I will make arrangements that are safe and budget friendly for you to cover.
I hope this helped answer your questions. If at this point you are ready to move forward with the booking process then please head over to my inquiry page and contact me there. However, if you still have questions that were not addressed here please send me an email and I would love to assist you.
