General Info for your Photos with Sandy Claus Session:
WHERE?
Locations are Redhead & Merewether Beaches again this year along with our Bush & Lake locations too. We will send you a confirmation email with details on where exactly you need to go 48 hours before your photo day.
WILL MY APPOINTMENT BE ON TIME?
We try and run as close to your appointment time as possible however your patience may be required. We have a first arrived first served system once you arrive on the sand. It’s important to come as close to your appointment time as possible to avoid too many families arriving at the same time. We try and keep to scheduelle however sometimes run behind if we have had unsettled children.
WHAT TO BRING?
Cash for payment as there is no reception for EFTPOS and Direct/Deposit delay your image delivery.
We also recommend Sunglasses for you and your children as you will be looking into the sun! Don’t worry if you forget, we have plenty for you to borrow.
PLEASE NOTE: You don’t HAVE to wear sunglasses but we DO NOT have time to do photos with out sunglasses and then re do if you dont like them squinting. PLEASE be aware there will likely be squinting for at least one family member if its before 6.30pm & we DO NOT have time to photograph continuously to get a shot with eyes not squinting or closed because of the sun.
ANYTHING ELSE?
We ABSOLUTELY encourage as much fun as possible! So feel free to bring Santa hats, costumes, or any other props for fun photo ideas… Santa doesn’t mind playing the fool either!
WHAT TO WEAR?
Whatever you like although red tends to get lost and blend in with Santas suit. White or Black always looks good but Photos with Santa are supposed to be fun so don’t worry too much if you’re not all matching!
NOTE: PLEASE tie hair up if you do not want to embrace the messy hair caused by the elements of Mother Nature. It is more often than not that it’s breezy at every session on the beach and we would hate for you to miss out on great shots because of messy hair.
WHAT HAPPENS IF WEATHER IS IN DOUBT?
We shoot RAIN, HAIL, WIND or SHINE! If it becomes unsafe such as lightening and thunder storms or we and the gear get too wet, then we may need to postpone or cancel however we have gotten out on previous years in all the elements and still had a great time and taken some great shots! If you decide not to come you will forfeit your booking fee and are not guaranteed a new spot.
WHAT IF WE NEED TO CANCEL?
We trust you to notify us if something happens and you can’t make your session. We don’t ask for holding deposits or pre-payment so we appreciate you giving as as much notice so that we are not waiting around or worse, other families aren’t missing out.
HOW MANY PHOTOS DO WE GET?
You may decide on photo day how many shots you would like eg: One with just the kids, one with parents also or even a silly and fun one too! Again just please ask if there is anything you have in mind! It is also OK to decide on Photo Day if you would like a quick photo without Santa.
PLEASE NOTE: I take as many as I need to take to get the best shot.
DISABILITY/ELDERLY FRIENDLY?
Our Merewether and Lake locations are WHEELCHAIR and ELDERLY FRIENDLY venues! These are sometimes limited with times and dates as we plan it around our other sessions so please just ask and we will try and accomodate.
Food allergies?
Please just let us know on photo day and we will not offer anything to your child/ren.
CAN WE BRING DOGS/PETS?
We love and welcome your furr babies or any pet for that matter but Merewether Location is NOT dog/animal friendly so ensure you book the right location. You bring them at your own risk so ensure they are on a lead & their messes are picked up ect.
Yes, registered emotional support or assistant animals are an exception to this rule.
PLEASE NOTE Redhead Beach is in the Dog Friendly area and so is the Lake & Bush location.
ANYTHING ELSE?
We want you to be happy so if for ANY reason you are not 100% satisfied with you Photos with Sandy Claus, please get in contact with us so that we can look to see if there is an alternate option you like better or arrange a re shoot for you.
PLEASE NOTE: I try and get the best possible photo but sometimes, depending on age and moods of children we just have to embrace the magic of the imperfect moment.
DO WE CATER TO SPECIAL NEEDS?
If your child/children have special needs we are experienced and would still welcome you to attend any of our sessions. Please just get in touch so that we can discuss your child’s personal circumstances and needs and plan a great experience.
If there is ANYTHING else we can help you with please just ask…
Looking forward to seeing you on the sand soon!