The Fine Print
Travel expenses, room rentals, parking, permits, shipping, or venue fees are to be collected prior to session or reimbursed to
LUMA Photography. Fees will be added to your final balance. Final balances are due by or on day of session and prior to finalizing the digital delivery of photos.
All photos are copyrighted. The digital images created by LUMA Photography remain sole property until Client has paid in full.
A 50% Retainer is required to book. Retainers are NON-refundable. Your session date will NOT be reserved until a retainer has been received.
In case of a family emergency or kids become sick prior to a session, your initial deposit may be used towards another session to reschedule.
*This will only be offered ONCE*
Deposits can be paid by Cash, Venmo, or Zelle.
REMAINING BALANCES MUST BE PAID BY OR ON THE DAY OF YOUR SESSION.
A $75 travel fee is automatically added 21+ miles (in the state of Illinois) from South Elgin. Travel time within a scheduled session or event, ex: Communion Day Church to Party, is included in final price.
Clients are responsible for all location/venue fees, permits and entry (including Photographers' entry).
LUMA Photography is not responsible for the lack of coverage due to weather conditions, scheduling complications due to lateness of individuals,
rules and/or restrictions of venue, or the rendering of decorations of the desired location.
LUMA Photography is not responsible for damage to garments due to environmental events.
Sibling Add-On (1st Birthday ONLY)
A $50 per-person fee applies to each additional sibling, if applicable. Adding siblings will extend your session by 20 minutes.
Please notify us at the time of booking to ensure adequate time is reserved.
If you decide to add siblings on the day of your session, additional time cannot be guaranteed.
All additional participants and applicable fees will be added to your final invoice.
Smash Cake
If you would like LUMA Photography to provide a smash cake, the cake will feature plain white frosting with your choice of pink, blue, or multicolored sprinkles.
Clients are also welcome to bring their own smash cake at no additional cost.
Please communicate your preference at the time of booking to ensure proper preparation and session setup.
All photos are selected by the photographer. Boudoir photos are selected together, in person only, with client/s & photographer. unedited photos ARE NEVER ISSUED. clients ARE NOT ALLOWED to choose their photos. (Boudoir sessions differ).
"As a professional, I believe it's my job to choose what looks best!" - Maria
It is illegal to copy, scan, reproduce, or post to online forums or elsewhere without the written permission from LUMA Photography.
Permission is hereby granted to LUMA Photography to use any images created under this contract for professional samples, displays,
internet website pages, advertising, contests and any other lawful purpose.
Clients will be issued a Print Release Form for clients personal use of the digital images.
The Client understands all posting of images on the internet must be acknowledged as images by LUMA Photography.
Add-On's & More
Add On's
$300+/hour | 3-hour for Boudoir included)
Extended Family | $100
Video & BTS Footage | $50/hr
3 Professionally Edited Reels | $200
The Sneak Peek
The Full Experience | Highlights & Vibe
The Extras | Bloopers & Candid Moments
Professional Hair & Makeup available upon request
HMU pricing varies | Discussed at time of Booking
Prep time not included in shoot time unless
"before photos" are desired.
Time will be added in advance and to final balance.
USB Photos & Reels | $30
Boudoir | $80 ea.
All others | $25 ea.
*See Boudoir page for pricing
Travel | On Site
+20 miles, 21+ miles (in Illinois) from South Elgin +$75
Room rentals, permits, parking and/or Venue/Grounds fee
not included and due prior to date of session
*See Policy page for more details
MINI Sessions
Studio Mini's are only offered during the holidays with corresponding holiday theme backdrops.
Outdoor Mini's are only available on designated dates provided by LUMA Photography in advance.
*See Seasonal Minis for dates
Real Questions ... Real Answers!
Can I extend the session time on the day of?
If time allows & no following appointments or sessions are set, yes. Prices vary based on session or event. Payment for additional time is due same day. Balance must be paid in full prior to finalizing the delivery of images.
Do you shoot destination?
Yes, however, at 21+ miles (within the state of Illinois) from South Elgin a $75 fee will be applied. Out of state travel, based upon consultation.
Hotel Room Rentals, Permits, parking and/or venue fees not included & due date of session. All unexpected expenses are to be reimburshed to photographer prior to finalizing the delivery of images. LUMA Photography is not responsible for scheduling complications due to lateness of individuals, rules and/or restrictions of venue, or the rendering of decorations of the desired location.
Will there be a second photographer?
On occasion a second photographer will join for candid imagery style only. This assisting photographer is typically in training & solely assisting the main photographer. There is no charge for the second photographer.
What happens with bad weather?
Illinois happens & weather is unpredictability. LUMA Photography is not responsible for lack of coverage due to weather conditions. To provide adequate service and respect of clients & photographers time, a 48 rescheduling window is allowed at no charge due to inclement weather only. Session may be rescheduled or moved to an indoor location. This may change the "desired ambiance" of your theme. However, LUMA Photography & Boudoir is not responsible for scheduling complications due to lateness of individuals.
Do I order prints through LUMA Photography?
With the exception of a Boudoir session, no, LUMA Photography does not supply prints. All images, *excluding Boudoir Sessions, are sent digitally via a personalized Client Gallery. Look-Books and USB's are available for purchase. Shipping rates will be applied or clients can pick up orders!
*See Boudoir page for details
BOUDOIR...? Tell me more!!!
Boudoir Photography is a photographic style featuring intimate, sensual, romantic, and sometimes erotic images of an individual and or couples, set in an intentional studio, bedroom or private dressing room environment. These images are primarily intended for private enjoyment of the individual and their romantic partners. A complimentary 15 minute consultation is provided & will answer any of your wonders! Our all female team of photographers, stylists & makeup artists are ready to make your shoot day FUN, FABULOUS AND UNFORGETABLE!
I want to book with her, but does she share all the images publicly?
I completely understand! Your privacy matters. To protect my clients, I always send a photo release contract asking for permission to post and share images on my professional social media platforms. If you prefer to keep your photos private, just let me know - and I will always respect that.
Say HELLO! Let's work together.
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Maria Traversa
Owner | Photographer
(312) 487-1723
LUMAphotog@yahoo.com
