Hello everyone!
It’s been a long time since I have updated my blog, but I thought now was the perfect to go over all the new details moving forward with Covid-19. I miss seeing all of my clients and adorable babies in the studio! This quarantine has been something new for everyone and a big adjustment.
As always, safety is my biggest concern for all of my families. I’ve implemented some new guidelines going forward to ensure the health and well being, along with providing the safest environment possible while still capturing your family’s precious memories.
Immediate family only: I know it’s an exciting time for you family as we capture your memories. The studio will be limited to only those family members being included in your session (parents and children). Grandparents and extended family members may not attend at this time. If you are a newborn client with other children, siblings will be photographed first with baby, then family portraits, and then asked to leave with a parent, or please make arrangements to have children picked up.
Wash hands upon entering: I will continually wash and sanitize my hands; before, during and after your session. Everyone entering the studio must sanitize hands at entrance. Hand sanitizer will be available in the studio.
Remove shoes upon entering: All shoes must be removed before entering the studio. If you prefer, please bring socks or foot coverings.
Masks will be worn: I will wear a mask for your session, and everyone entering the studio must also wear one. The only time your mask can be safely removed is when you are being photographed. This includes parents and children. I have nitrile free medical gloves available if you prefer I wear those. If you have concerns, please discuss with photographer.
Studio cleaned after each client: The studio has always been, and will continue to be cleaned and sanitized before and after each client. Surfaces will be disinfected. I just added a Dyson air purifier that will heat/cool the studio, along with continually purifying the air to eliminate pollutants, allergens and bacteria.
Fabrics cleaned and sanitized between all clients: As always, all fabrics are always washed between clients with free and clear detergent. Items that can’t be machine washed (such as headbands and delicate knit props) will be sanitized after use, and not reused for 72 hours. At this time, please leave all your personal props at home. We have everything you need here at the studio! Please only bring what you need for baby into the studio (diaper bag, feedings). Please leave all extra items in your car.
Illness: As always, the studio has a very strict sick policy and will not photograph anyone with illness symptoms. This includes, but is not limited to: fever, cough, runny nose, congestion, sore throat, rash. All clients will be asked about possible exposures, and illness symptoms in any family member before your session. Clients will also be asked to sign a Covid-19 waiver.
Per the Governor’s order, I can safely resume sessions after May 12th! If you have any questions please let me know. I can’t wait to see you all again soon!
