Service and Purpose
Sage Imagery LLC values an artistic approach while keeping the nature of the subject authentic. Booking a session is a multiple-step process in which you will get to truly understand exactly what you want, and how to style and prep for the photoshoot. The thought and care put into it ahead of time allows you to sit back and be yourself during the shoot. Sammy will handle the rest!
We service Dunn, Chippewa, and Eau Claire counties with a venue located in Colfax, Wisconsin.
Emotion-invoking; deep shadows, and muted highlights create a soft lit look while colors remain rich and true. Details of different textures will be tack sharp, while your skin can stay smooth with a faint glow from mindful positioning of light.
Portrait photography covers a large opportunity for using the same photographer to capture multiple milestones in your life. Hello, consistent gallery wall and benefits of a repeat customer! Sage Imagery LLC specializes in Family, Wedding, and Luxury Boudoir, but is capable of so much more.
You will see that I keep boudoir tucked away in its own little section of the website with a password required to see anything beyond its landing page. If you would like more information on boudoir, please reach out via the contact form along the top of the page, and feel free to join the Facebook group.
The Sage Imagery vision
"Find the light and capture the story"
This is my method of photography. I've always been obsessed with how light hits things, and what colors provoke different feelings. Using knowledge of past obsession, I direct my clients through heart-warming moments to create and capture sweet memories.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's it like to work with you?
I'm excitable and when I click a really good shot you can bet I'll run over to you and show you the back of my camera so you can see, too! I will be your hype girl, your calm and collected observer, and your patient storyteller. My favorite interaction with people is getting them to open up and learn more about them - about what drives them - what makes them smile. Fun fact? I end up befriending a lot of my clients. They come back to me year after year <3 and I love watching their life's journey and being invited to document it all.
Do we have to take photos at your venue?
While I offer a private venue and studio, we are not bound to these as your choice of location! I have a handful locations in my back pocket that I long to venture to at any opportunity to switch things up. We can go to the beach, the forest, the creek, the grassy meadows alongside large ponds, and so many other places. We'll work that into your color palette for what to wear based on what location/coloring we're looking at doing photos. I service a large area and am happy to come to your private property.
What if there's bad weather?
I will call for a reschedule if there are bad storms on the horizon during your desired photoshoot time. However, I've found some of the most epic skies and lighting to be just before or just after a storm, so if we can hold off on making the call, there's a chance we can squeeze in just around it and get some gorgeous, one of a kind photos! I reserve certain days each month for emergency reschedules. Don't worry - we'll try to get you back on the calendar ASAP.
What if my family isn't cooperative?
Not everyone enjoys being in front of a camera. And that's okay! We'll try to nail those solid frame-worthy poses, but can otherwise focus on a more action-based lifestyle shoot. I recommend having an activity or two in mind they like doing to help distract them from the lens. For example: ring around the rosie, dancing, chasing bubbles, tickle fights, etc. I've learned that a lot of how you speak of the photoshoot ahead of time has a large impact on moods the day of. I can guide you through it in our pre-photoshoot consultation, but please understand that uncooperative family members doesn't warrant a reshoot.
What am I supposed to wear?
I will help you coordinate a plan for attire. We'll take into account how many people are in your shoot, what time of day you want it, and what time of year to formulate the best color choices for your photoshoot. At Sage Imagery, we offer a client closet full of size inclusive designer dresses for ladies and a few for little girls as well, if you'd like to include those in your photos.
When will we receive our photos?
After every session I should be able to give you an estimate based on my current queue at the time. It's most often about 2 weeks from the date of your session. Weddings have a sneak peek window of within 48 hours of the ceremony. Weddings and Boudoir have a 4-6 week turnaround time for completion.
What's the payment schedule?
For standard portrait sessions, it's 50% of a desired collection upfront via venmo. The remaining balance is due the day of the photoshoot via venmo or cash. Boudoir and Weddings are different, and can be inquired about to set up a pre-payment plan that works best for you.
What kind of retouching and editing is included?
Temporary blemishes are removed with skin retouching and smoothing. Color and light corrections are done to every portrait, stylized in my token editing style. I do my best to tame stray hairs and remove obnoxious backgrounds, but face swapping, excessive background removal, or higher edit jobs like (re)moving a person is not included.