Husband and wife team share what sets their studio apart. See more below!
Hey, there! Thanks for stopping by the blog to see 12 reasons why Sarah and Kevin are an excellent choice for your little one’s first professional portraiture session. When searching for a photographer, or team of talented individuals, it’s great to do research and see who is the right fit for you. Customers choose Sarah Borchgrevink Photography for various reasons, though the list below is what we’re most proud of.
Number 1: Centrally located inside 610 Loop
Houston is a huge city! Aside from the enormous population and vast array of suburbs, geographically, it's a metro giant. Strategically located in Uptown, right inside the 610 loop, our office and studio is the perfect place for your sweet cherubs photoshoot. With easy access to all major freeways such as, but not limited to:
I-10 East: Baytown-East Freeway
1-10 West: Katy Freeway
I-45 South: Gulf Freeway
I-45 North: North Freeway
1-69 / US 59 Northeast: Eastex Freeway
1-69 / US 59 Southwest: Southwest Freeway
I-610: “The Loop” or 610 Loop
Sam Houston Tollway: Beltway 8
Fort Bend Tollway: Fort Bend Parkway / Fort Bend Parkway Toll Road
Hardy Toll Road: “The Hardy”
Westpark Tollway: “The Westpark”
US 90: Crosby Freeway
US 290: Northwest Freeway
Spur 5: Spur 5
Spur 330: Decker Drive
Spur 527: The Downtown Split
SH 99 / SH 99 Toll: The Grand Parkway
SH 146: Baytown Freeway
SH 225: La Porte Freeway
SH 249: Tomball Parkway / Tomball Tollway
SH 288: South Freeway
FM 1764: Emmett F. Lowry Expressway
Being centrally located is vital because no matter where you're traveling to or from, it's easy to find us. Our address is 4550 Post Oak Place Drive, Suite 203, Houston, TX 77027.
The studio has the following features:
1,300 square feet inside the 610 loop in the River Oaks/Uptown neighborhood of Houston
Portraiture appointments are available six days per week.
Ample surface parking, security guards, and an on-site eatery
All white lifestyle room with big, white bed and stunning floor to ceiling lighting
Posed newborn room with comfortable seating, so grandparents are welcome
Private mothers room for nursing and feeding
Lobby and children’s playroom
Prop room filled with hundreds of custom and luxury baby items for breathtaking and unique sessions
See more about our Houston TX Photography Studio & Office
Number 2: The Studio is Fully Vaccinated
As adults who come into daily contact with newborns, the studio takes newborn safety seriously. The three primary vaccines a newborn studio should maintain are (1) Tdap, (2) MMR, and (3) flu vaccine. Staying up to date on these crucial vaccinations protects little ones, such as new babies, as this helps not pass dangerous diseases to vulnerable immune systems.
Number 3: Experienced Parents | Familial Dynamics
As parents to four young children named Lucy, Emma, Amelia, and Jack, we're well-versed in patience and moving with the flow. All children have their personalities and dynamics. Parenting four children has taught us patience, compassion, kindness, and also how to be flexible. We know those sibling photos are of the utmost importance to you and work our absolute best to achieve the top results. Whether your family is serious or shy, animated or reserved, bashful, or spirited, we are ready for a photo adventure and excited to serve you!
Number Four: Fully Transparent Pricing Guide
The studio joyfully showcases fully transparent pricing and package guide, so there are no hidden fees or surprises. The studio offers fully inclusive pricing, which means there are no separate sitting or session fees for obtaining your final product. Our office also does all the proofing online. There is not a single in-person sales appointment, minimum print order, or stipulations in obtaining your full-resolution, retouched digital files of completed images, along with a print release, you may enjoy infinitely. Parents select the package with the number of digital files they would like to receive. All props and styling are provided from start to finish.
Number 5: Online Booking and Scheduling
To provide a modern and convenient booking process for parents, all bookings and schedules are made online through our booking page. The booking page showcases every session type we offer, such as studio maternity, posed newborn, studio family, and even baby milestone sessions for infants. Parents select their package, date, and time from an easy-to-use online calendar. Your deposit of $100 and a portraiture agreement are given through the online booking page. This commissions us as your photographer and secures your appointment. The online booking page also has nifty styling questionnaires, too, and sends text message reminders as well as e-mail reminders, so you're always up to date on your session time. You may expect to follow up e-mails, too, so you're sure of each step in our portraiture process together.
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Number 6: Complimentary Studio Tours and Consultations
We also set our business apart through complimentary, easy to schedule studio tours and consultations. Many parents like to tour our office in advance. Moreover, commissioning a photographer is a big decision! We are excited to meet with you and chat further about anything questions you may have. Customer service is of the utmost importance.
Update: as of April 2021, consultations are available to booked clients only due to COVID-19 Guidelines.
Studio tours are 30 minutes long. You are welcome to schedule them seven days per week.
Number 7: 7 Day Per Week Availability
Sarah Borchgrevink Photography is the only newborn, infant, and baby photographer in the Houston area who offers seven days per week scheduling and availability. Business hours are Monday - Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Number 8: Motherhood Wardrobe
The studio happily offers a wardrobe for new mothers to consider. Ethereal, light, airy, and timeless pieces accent your session beautifully. Expect to see ivory, creams, whites, and muted colors along with nudes, although there are colorful options, too. These are available in sizes small through 3xl. Ample sister wardrobe is a new addition, too! Available in sizes three months - 8t.
Number 9: Hair and Makeup Airbrush Artistry and Styling
The booking software will have you check ‘yes’ or ‘no’ for hair and makeup styling. If you choose yes, an on-location team of highly qualified and expertly trained artists will visit you, on location, at your home or the studio, if you’re more comfortable. However, the studio recommends home hair and makeup to make things easier for parents of young toddlers and newborn sessions. Annie Williams is our preferred vendor, and the software tells you how to contact her for your glamorous experience.
Number 10: Newborn Safety Workshops & Mentoring
Aside from being the mommy to four young children, I have taken multiple newborn safety workshops in addition to professional mentoring. These courses train photographers on how to safely and beautifully pose precious babies. Workshop topics also cover editing, lighting, soothing, flow, and strategies and creative methods to provide breathtaking setups and styling. A reputable baby photographer has invested thousands of hours into honing their craft. Moreover, to provide a further network of newborn safety, the studio is fully vaccinated and runs an entirely legal, tax-paying insured business
Number 11: Highest Rated Newborn Photographer on Google
The studio is excited to share that of all the newborn, baby, and infant photographers in the entire Houston area, our studio is the highest rated via Google. Showcasing nearly 350 FIVE star reviews, our customers are the kindest, most generous folks who truly make our day. See more reviews here. The studio is also rated as Best Houston Newborn Photographers 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, and 2020 by BestBabyPhotographers, Expertise, and Hulafrog.
nUMBER 12: 14 Day Turnaround Proofing Time Year AROUND
14 days after your session, an online proofing gallery is delivered to your preferred e-mail address. From the comfort of your home, you select the images included in your package. You see all the fantastic images from our time together and select the number of images that are included in the chosen package. At that time, you have the option to add additional images to your package, though there is no obligation to do so. You also have the option to add professional-grade prints and products for parents seeking the highest quality. Prints and products are ordered through your online gallery and shipped to your home address. The gallery may also be shared with grandparents or other loved ones who may like to see the portraits, too.
At that time, your selections are professionally edited. Retouching is applied to your chosen images, such as skin smoothing, eye sharpening, teeth whitening, and more! Within three business days, the final edits are completed to ensure your pictures are naturally polished. The gallery is yours to download, share, and treasure forever. You may also send the link to family, friends, or loved ones who would like to enjoy the portraits, too!
All sessions are delivered via instant digital download.
Read all about the proofing process.
As always, thank you for stopping by the blog! We are honored you took time from your busy day and hope to see you soon! If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us below.
-Sarah and Kevin
STUDIO HOURS & 6 DAYS PER WEEK AVAILABILITY:
Studio sessions, consultations, and gown fittings occur during the hours below. Sarah and Kevin are a husband and wife team with six days/week availability. Sundays are no longer available as our studio's commercial office building is located within stopped offering air conditioning on Sundays in response to COVID-19.
M-F from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Saturday 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 pm
Sunday: Closed
OUTDOOR, ON-LOCATION PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHY HOURS
Outdoor sessions (maternity or family) are scheduled outside studio hours at sunrise and 30 minutes before sunset. Due to the tentative nature of outdoor sessions, these occur at different times throughout the year. Would you please e-mail directly as our online calendar is for studio appointments only?
We offer ten outdoor appointments per month. If weekends are your preference, please consider booking as early as possible.
