Well Hello Hello.

  I am so stoked you decided to stop on by to learn a little more about me and my photography. 

  I live in Mifflinburg, PA with Jiminy Bear and Cricket (my Australian Cattle Dogs), and Flora and Merryweather (my duckies).  Yes, they are all named after Disney characters.  I have lived all over the country from South Dakota, Colorado, New York, Texas, and Missouri.

  I have been involved in SLR photography for over 15 years.  I learned on black and white film, and spent days developing in the darkroom.  I moved to a digital SLR while attending the United States Military Academy at West Point, where I photographed numerous dignitaries, sporting events, ceremonies, and worked as the photographic editor for the Howitzer, the yearbook.  I continued my photography in the military as I traveled around the world, and the country.  As my military career drew to a close I received the opportunity to pursue my passion and share the love of photography and creating memory provoking pieces as a business.

  As a military child, and a veteran, I know the importance of having images of you and your loved ones to cherish forever.  Nothing makes a house feel more like a home than seeing the family that lives there.  

 I have been so lucky to live all over the United States, and even hang out in a couple different countries, and the one consistency in my life, no matter what furniture was damaged, or the street I lived on, has been the artwork and portraits adorning my walls.  This is how I knew as a child, I was home.  This is the same comfort I have every time I walk into my parent's homes.  This is the same feeling I want to be able to share with your family, making your house feel even more like a loving home.  Helping you to cherish each and every important person and animal in your life.

So....if you want to adore your little princess or superhero, your puppies or duckies, or your family of Robots and Unicorns, reach out by clicking here . I am here for you and I am so excited to meet you.

luvsandhugs

Michelle

Business and Working Hours: Gypsy Pines Photography, LLC is open Monday through Friday from 9 am - 5 pm eastern time.  Photography sessions, consultations, and ordering appointments may occur outside of these hours, by appointment only.

Payment:

• Retainer Fee - the retainer fee is non-refundable and required to reserve the session date.  The retainer fee is 20% of the total session fee and collected at the time the contract and model release is signed (consultation)
• Session Fee - the session fee is required prior to the start of the photography session.  The overall total of the session fee, minus the retainer fee, is refundable if the cancellation policy if followed.  The session fee covers the costs of consultation, session preparation and materials, photography session, photographers time and talent, image preparation for the ordering session, and the ordering session.
• Product Payment - 
• Payment Plans - 

Cancellation and Rescheduling: 

Product

Each UNIQUE session starts with a 15-20 minute conversation to discuss what you are thinking and looking for.  I will ask some questions about the people involved, the decision makers, possible budget, what you are imagining (its ok if you have no idea), and if there are any specific products.  I will also explain each step of the process, how I work and we will look at our calendars.  This step ensures we are the right fit for each other.

Next, comes your consultation.  This is almost as fun as the session, and where the planners of the family (that's you Mom) get their kicks.  The consultation is an in-depth conversation for us to discuss products, locations, outfits, how the session works, budget, and for me to answer every question you have.  Do you have an empty wall in your house that you just CANNOT figure out how to decorate? that is exactly what I am great at.  I will come show example products, take measurements, look at your decorating style, listen to your concerns and desires, and help you find the perfect product or combination of products to accent your home.  We schedule your session and your ordering appointment during your consultation.  

SESSION DAY! I will be in contact with you prior to the event to make sure everything is still on track and to answer any questions you may have, and of course to be checking in on your homework.  I will have everything ready before you get there, and we will go into your One-of-a-kind experience.  Mom, you get to kick back and let me take over, I am trained to handle the situation.  I will make sure things flow and get everything taken care of so all you do is look beautiful, smile and love yourself and your family.  Who knows, I might even give you some sneak peeks (but don't tell anyone).

We will go into our scheduled ordering session and I will sit down and help you pick the perfect product for the images you love. Can't decide? Have no fear, that is why I am here.  Love them all, have you thought about a coffee table book?  We discuss options, products, and where these beautiful, heirloom, signature pieces will be on display.  This process takes about an hour, and I ensure you love your investment.  Once the ordering is complete, I get right to work on finalizing all the products and ensuring you story telling images are ready for delivery.  This takes about 4-6 weeks.  As soon as everything has arrived and is packaged I will schedule a delivery with you.  This will let me ensure you love your products and give you just a bit more love. 

So, if this sounds like something you want then what are you waiting for? cruise on over to the contact page and let me know so we can capture those shining, smiling faces!!!!!!