Your Portrait Experience

FAQs & Tips on Preparing for your Charlotte Family Photography

Snapshots are fine for everyday, but photographs that make memories last a lifetime are infinitely better! When you work with me at Vanessa Guzzo Photography I provide experience, talent and technical skill, along with first-class customer service. Ensuring our time together is fun and effortless, I come prepared and produce results that are nothing short of exceptional. Let me capture emotionally connected, authentic photographs of you and your family, and deliver portraits that will touch your heart and make your house feel more like home.

Children are curious and easily distracted by others. With that in mind, only those directly involved may attend each portrait session. This allows us to put our full attention to every detail and every person in the photographs we are creating.

There is no doubt you’ll want to display your impressive family photos in your den, bedrooms or entryway, so pay close attention to the colors in those rooms. Choosing clothing that compliments your home decor will give you plenty of options when it comes to showcasing your artwork with style.

Let US take the pictures

When we’re finished you’ll receive photographs that are big on personality and stand the test of time, full of sweetness and laughter. I am looking forward to creating extraordinary artwork and albums that will build upon your family legacy and fill your home with love.

As parents it can be quite a challenge to not help direct and stay in the moment, and we get it. We also know the best photos happen when kids are just being kids. Come prepared to sit back and take in the magic while each moment unfolds. No camera or cell phone photos, please.

FAQs

How will my photos be delivered?

When should I expect to see my collection?

High-resolution files will be delivered digitally, free of charge, via an online gallery only. A custom USB can be purchased for $150.

Your photos will be meticulously processed, printed, and delivered approximately 2-3 weeks after you’ve selected your artwork.

How do you secure my online gallery?

Do you offer professional prints?

Your photos are secured with two levels of protection. A gallery password is provided to allow friends and family to view your artwork, along with a shareable pin you can give to those who want to download and own their photos through the same gallery process.

Absolutely. Printing is a critical piece of the display process that makes all the difference in the impact of your artwork. You can choose exceptional prints and albums, along with an array of wall art on metal, canvas, and wood, directly from your online gallery.

Do you photograph special events?

To view your photos while on the go we will be providing you a mobile app. That way your pictures will be formatted to your phone or tablet so that you can view the photos perfectly without having to pan or “stretch” them to fit your screen. You will also be able to post directly to social media. The app is for on-line viewing only while the high-res photographs are stored in your gallery.

With pleasure! I love witnessing all the excitement and beauty of events whether it’s a birthday party for kids, a First Holy Communion or a 50th anniversary celebration. I will bring my lights and cameras while you raise a glass to your life’s most important moments.

Do you offer in-home portrait sessions?

What about weddings?

Without a doubt, home is where the heart is and these are some of my favorite shoots! There’s nothing quite like photographing a family surrounded by the objects and heirlooms that are most dear to them. I would be delighted to come to your house to capture all the love and all the moments that make your life together so unique.

While portraits and events are my specialty, I also photograph a select number of weddings each year. Many of my wedding clients are families I’ve had the joy of working with over the years—it’s an honor to be there as their stories continue to unfold. I take on intimate weddings personally, and for larger celebrations, I collaborate with trusted partners to ensure every moment is beautifully captured. If you’re planning a meaningful day and feel a connection to my work, I’d love to hear more about your vision.

Are you ready to travel?

Yes, please! I am at home in Waxhaw, North Carolina and the Charlotte area. and have an incredible team that works throughout the state of New York. We are always up for new adventures with passports at the ready. Wherever we find family and friends that love each other we can’t wait to capture their styles, emotions and personalities.

Do you photograph kids of all ages?

I adore photographing children starting from 2 weeks old all the way to graduation. I like to catch newborns with that factory fresh look in their eyes and seniors on the cusp of young adulthood. From the time your baby makes eye contact with you to the moments leading up to college and beyond, I would be honored to photograph your kids every step of the way.