Why are business sessions priced differently?
The difference is not just the hour.
It is what the images are created for.
Personal portraits preserve memories.
Business portraits help shape how people see and trust your business before they meet you.
They require more planning, consistent lighting, brand direction, and images that work across your website, LinkedIn, Google listing, social media, and marketing materials.
The pricing reflects the purpose, usage, and long-term value of the images — not only the time spent photographing.
What’s the difference between colour-adjusted photos and fully edited images?
The photos in your gallery are lightly colour-adjusted previews, so you can comfortably view the images and choose your favourites.
Once you select your photos, those images receive full professional editing. This includes refining light, colour, and small details to create a polished final portrait.
Final edited images are ideal for sharing with family, posting on social media, or printing for your home.
Session options and pricing below
I don’t create value —
I reveal the value already there.
Natural, refined portraits for people who want to feel like themselves in photographs.
Gentle guidance, honest emotion, and timeless light — so your images feel calm, present, and true.
Not sure where to start?
What should I wear?
What if I feel awkward?
Do I need to know how to pose?
Which session is right for me?
That is exactly what I help with.
I gently guide each session with attention to light, posture, expression, and small details — so your photos feel natural, refined, and true to you.
Not stiff.
Not overly posed.
Not generic.
Just portraits and memories with presence.
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📷 Mini Portrait — $260
30 minutes · 8 final images with natural retouching
A focused session for personal portraits, LinkedIn updates, and simple personal branding.
Includes:
• 20–25 preview images for selection
• 8 final images with natural retouching
• Gentle guidance and clean, intimate lighting
• Ideal for individuals, couples, children, or parent & child portraits
Maximum 2 people · No add-ons
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🌿 Portrait Session — $380
Outdoor or in-home
1 hour · 15 final images with natural retouching
A relaxed portrait experience with more time for connection, presence, and variety.
Includes:
• 40–50 preview images for selection
• 15 final images with natural retouching
• Gentle posing guidance throughout
• Suitable for individuals, couples, or small families
Up to 4 people · $30 per additional person
Additional final images available
For business teams, workplace portraits, or commercial brand use, please see Business Portraits & Brand Photography.
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🎉 Event Coverage — starting at $680
For birthdays, intimate weddings, and meaningful gatherings.
Designed to preserve moments as they unfold, so you can stay present while memories are quietly documented.
Includes:
• Coverage begins at 2 hours
• Approximately 60–80 professionally edited images
• Candid, honest, real-time storytelling
• Private online gallery
Recommended for gatherings up to around 30 guests.
No selection required.
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📌 Passport Photo — $40
20 minutes
A clean, compliant ID photo with natural skin tone and professional lighting.
Includes:
• 2 printed photos, stamped when required
• 1 high-resolution digital file
• Accurate colour and clean lighting
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General Information
Portrait preview galleries are typically ready within 7–10 days.
Final retouched portrait images are delivered within 7–10 days after selections are confirmed.
Event galleries are typically delivered within 2–3 weeks, depending on the size of the event.
A $100 booking deposit is required to reserve your session date.
The deposit can be sent by e-transfer and will be applied toward your session total.
The remaining balance is due on the session day.
Payment accepted:
e-transfer, cash, or credit card.
Outdoor sessions may be rescheduled due to weather.
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Not sure which session fits?
Send me a quick message and tell me who the photos are for, where you hope to use them, and the feeling you want the images to have.
I’ll help you choose the session that makes the most sense.
Is there a deposit to book?
To secure your session, a $100 deposit is required.
Once we confirm the date, I’ll send over a short agreement and invoice.
You can send the deposit via e-transfer to hello@dearcherry.ca
It’s quick and easy!
The rest can be paid on the day of your session.
Do you offer prints or albums?
Right now I offer digital delivery only, but I’m happy to recommend trusted print labs if you’d like to create something special.
Can we include grandparents or extended family?
Yes! For portrait sessions, 4 people are included and extra guests are $30 each. For events, I recommend up to 30 guests for smooth coverage.
Do you shoot outside of Toronto?
Yes, I’m happy to travel! I photograph in the GTA and occasionally beyond — travel fees may apply depending on distance. Just ask!
What if we need to reschedule due to weather or illness?
No problem — life happens. You can reschedule once with notice. I’ll do my best to find a new time that works for both of us.
Can I print or share my photos freely?
Yes! You’ll receive high-resolution digital files for personal use — printing, posting, or sharing with loved ones.
Will you post my photos online?
Only if you say yes. I always ask first. If you prefer to keep your images private, I completely respect that.
How long until I receive the photos?
You’ll get a proof gallery within 2–3 weeks. After you choose your images, I deliver final edits in 7–10 days.
Can I order extra images?
Absolutely. Many clients find a few extra favorites after viewing their gallery, and you’re welcome to add additional edited images.
• 1 image — $25
• 5 images — $100
• 10 images — $180
No pressure at all — simply choose the photos you love most.
Can I choose which photos to keep?
Yes! You’ll get a private proof gallery to select your favourites. I’ll then edit and deliver the final ones.
Will you retouch my face or body?
I edit every photo with care: lighting, tones, gentle skin softening — but I won’t change what makes you, you. If you have concerns, just ask.
What if my kids don’t cooperate?
That’s okay — I follow their lead. We’ll play, take breaks, and keep the mood light. The best photos often come from the in-between moments.
What should I wear?
I’ll send you a simple style guide after booking. Soft tones, textures, and what makes you feel confident — that’s the goal.
Do I need to know how to pose?
Not at all. I’ll help you feel at ease and move naturally. You don’t need to do or be anything special — just show up as you are.
What if I feel awkward in front of the camera?
That’s so normal! Most people do. I’ll gently guide you and keep it relaxed — no stiff posing, just natural connection.