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Pittsburgh Child, Family and Maternity photographer | You booked! Now what ?

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  • on February 19,2017

Pittsburgh Child, Family and Maternity photographer | You booked! Now what ?

Yay ! You booked – now what ?

For starters congratulations on booking a professional photographer.

If this is your first time or if this is your 5th time with me I will make sure to make it memorable and fun ( fun-is not an option 😉 it just happens )

There probably was so much going on when choosing the right photographer. Now that you have chosen me. Let’s get to some of the fun stuff.

I am here to break down some fun extra’s for you to think about.

If you chose my Signature collection these are the questions I want you to look over 

*One: Do you want to add on a stylist ?

A stylist is a great way to get your family looking clean, put together and blending nicely. Oh, did I mention less work for you to think about. 75% of my clients go with this option. It’s very affordable too!

( I have clients use my stylist for Maternity, Children and Family sessions -it’s not limited to just family)

*This option is included in the Daydream collection

 

 

*Two: Do you want to add on a makeup and/or hair artist

I have 3 children. I know that anytime I get my photos done the last thing I want to worry about is doing my makeup. I want to make sure to look my best – not my hair thrown into some mess because I didn’t have time to do it …or have car makeup done because I was getting everyone else dressed ( you know what I am taking about 😉 )

*This option is included in the Daydream collection

 

 

Three: Would you like to rent a large prop – such as a settee ?

Included in your creative fee | collection is already is a few props that are included – these typically are smaller things .

However, sometimes you don’t need/want all those props and a simple beautiful settee set in a field is all your need ( example above) . If that is the case I work closely with a rental company that we can pick out the perfect settee or couch or even chair for your set for you to rent.

Four: Animals … I LOVE animals , I LOVE working with animals. Do you know I have accesses to Farm and Exotic animals ( like a zebra or camel ) If you want to add on an animal of some sorts please let me know and we can arrange one for you to rent.

Who doesn’t love puppies 😀

>> Click here <<

to review my client magazine that I designed especially for you.
It takes you through my unique experience I provide, the portrait process and more ! 

Last but not least ! Thank you again for booking !


Tween

Pittsburgh teen photographer | Free spirit and fire in her soul

  • Posted By admin
  • on February 16,2017

Pittsburgh teen photographer | Free spirit and fire in her soul

This beautiful teen is a free spirit and has fire in her soul. We had such a great time at her session. The fields were glowing with a gouges sunset. She has rim lighting in her gorgeous natural curls. Truly a perfect night for a perfect girl !

Wearing: Free people

Senior style free people gold hour natural glow posing tips rim lighting Senior style free people gold hour natural glow posing tips rim lighting Senior style free people gold hour natural glow posing tips rim lighting
Senior style free people gold hour natural glow posing tips rim lighting

Senior style free people gold hour natural glow posing tips rim lighting Senior style free people gold hour natural glow posing tips rim lighting

Senior style free people gold hour natural glow posing tips rim lighting Senior style free people gold hour natural glow posing tips rim lighting


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Pittsburgh in Studio photography shootout | Watch, Learn & shoot

  • Posted By admin
  • on February 12,2017

Did you hear???

Wanderlight’s Studio shootout
Carousel Unicorn
Magical
Whimsical

Pittsburgh in studio shootout

Wanderlight

Studio shootout

Sarenae Photography & Pamela Salai photography

Watch, learn, shoot
In studio 415
Live model
Fully styled set
Exposed brick /Wood floor
All pure white side
Learn about studio lighting, natural lighting
Posing and more…

You will have full rein to move about & create unique images to add to your portfolio and also share on social media. This is a great opportunity to network with other photographers. You will learn the utilization of natural light, clothing, posing techniques and props. Together, we will teach you how to find natural light in a studio setting and capture photos that are meaningful to your clients. We are happy to answer questions & offer advice.
All skill levels are welcome.

All while in the comfort of our new studio & out of the Pittsburgh cold – not having to worry about rain, clouds, sun or well… any weather 🙂

Upon registration we will send you a link to a private Facebook group (if you are not already apart of the group “ Wanderlight”), where you can chat with other attendees, find up-to-the-minute details regarding the event, and share images after the shoot.

Space is limited for this event, so act quickly to reserve your spot!

$105 | Location: 415 East Ohio Street Pittsburgh PA. 15212

Time: meeting at 9:00 a.m. and shooting by 10:00-12:00
Snacks & water provided

PURCHASE HERE:

FULL DESCRIPTION:

A beautiful Carousel Unicorn (did you really think this would be just a regular carousel horse) draped in ribbons from the top of the pole & beautiful model fully styled wearing Tutu du monde. Sarah & Pam will pose the model talk about directional light shot & than have you shoot. From there we will move the model & ourselves about the studio with and away form the props.

REFUND DETAILS:
If an emergency would arise with our model or weather we will make sure to handle the situation professionally & cover with new models. There are no refunds accepted for this event if you are unable to attend the event due to illness, injury or if you cannot attend for any other reason not wrote here. We apologize.
We kindly ask that you do not use these photos for advertisement. They are welcomed to be used for portfolio building & you can blog – please just refer to the shootout.
Thank you for understanding!

xox

Pam & Sarah


Children

Pittsburgh Child photographer | Princess whimsy

  • Posted By admin
  • on February 8,2017

Pittsburgh Child photographer | Princess whimsy

Sometimes all you need is a pretty dress.

portrait art children high fashion couture

 

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Family

Pittsburgh Family portraiture | The last apple blossom

  • Posted By admin
  • on January 30,2017

Pittsburgh Family portraiture | The last apple blossom

Sometimes weather doesn’t always cooperate. We had planned the apple blossom loom session for month’s in advance.

The date had been pushed multiple times. Finally we had a beautiful evening and we missed all the blooms- aw shucks !

I still love going to my local family farm – Soergels apple orchard 

It’s so beautiful there !

*not to mention when my session is over I get to stock up on my favorite goodies at the store*

Soergels apple orchard last apple blossom

(no blooms were damage in this session – this bloom was brought from the clients home )  


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Pamela Salai is a Pittsburgh photographer who specializes in creating whimsical portraits of children and families. Serving clients throughout Pittsburgh including Bethel Park, Coraopolis, Fox Chapel, Franklin Park, Mt. Lebanon, Oakmont, Seven Fields, Sewickley, Upper St. Clair, Wexford, Adams Township, Cranberry Township, Marshall Township, Moon Township, Ohio Township, Pine Township, Robinson Township, Beaver County and all areas in between.

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