On my list of things to do in 2020: Stand in a field of flowers.

Not on my list: Survive a pandemic. I can’t even say I’ve survived, yet, because we’re still in the throes of it. So what does that mean for portrait sessions?

If you’re thinking about scheduling a portrait session, do so based on the following:

• Updated health orders by county. For example, Alameda County allows outdoor business activity if social distancing measures are respected.
• Your own personal level of comfort.
• The number of people that will be on the session.
• Time of day you want your session. (Mornings are much less crowded on principle.)

Of course, orders can change, and the good thing is that a session can be rescheduled. I will work with you to make sure that it happens.

On my part, you can expect from me during your session:

• I will be wearing a mask, of course.
• I will not accept any work done indoors.
• Typically on portrait sessions I will make adjustments to hair, clothes, and posing. Given the circumstances, I will not be doing this, but will direct you to make the necessary adjustments!
• I use a medium-telephoto lens for all sessions (this was before COVID as well). This means that I can keep a fairly good distance while still making the photographs I love and you expect!

Please reach out with any questions!