$750 fee due at booking; $750 due the day before the session
Includes:
- One hour photography session at the Tidal Basin in Washington, DC
- Full set of edited high-res digital images
- Personal print release
- NPS photography permit (filing, payment, and communication)
- Option to reschedule if the peak bloom prediction moves
- Wardrobe styling + complimentary access to the client closet
- 10% off all prints and products
CHERRY BLOSSOM PORTRAITs: $1500
AT THE TIDAL BASIN IN WASHINGTON, DC
The cherry blossom festival in Washington, DC, is famous for good reason. The stunning blooms are only here for a short time - just a few days to a week! Because of their popularity, I only offer a few peak cherry blossom sessions each year.
Your peak bloom portrait session is all-inclusive. You'll get the full set of digital photos, along with a few extra perks you'll see above. Also, if the prediction changes (as it often does), you have the option of rescheduling so you get the best chance for cherry blossoms in your photos! The current peak bloom prediction is March 22 - 25.
Available portrait dates:
SOLD OUT
a la carte menu
KEEPSAKES
WALL ART
Gold glass box with complete set of 4x6 prints | 395
Fine art prints starting at 50
Additional classic loose prints available in your gallery starting at 10
Fine art print in handcrafted frame or wrapped canvas. Arrives ready to hang.
Large - up to 30” print | 1500
Medium - up to 20” print | 1000
Small - up to 14” print | 750
Mini - up to 10” print | 500
Print size listed, frame will be larger.
Custom gallery walls available.
HEIRLOOM ALBUMS
Handcrafted flushmount linen or leather album with ultra thick pages, lay-flat design, and archival paper.
$75 per image // minimum of 20 images
Add on a 6 x 6 duplicate album for 400
Additional 30 minutes of photography time | 150 due at booking
Additional hour of photography time | 250 due at booking
OPTIONAL ADD-ONS
Frequently ASKED
questions...
I've heard of peak bloom, but I'm unfamiliar with how it works.
Peak bloom refers to when the cherry blossoms around the Tidal Basin all bloom at the same time! This stunning display of blossoms makes for beautiful photos. On average, the peak bloom usually happens the last week of March or first week of April. The predictions don't come out until early March, and they often change the prediction as we get closer to spring. You can learn more here!
You can also view a cherry blossom session here!
What can I expect leading up to the session?
You'll book a date and time based on my availability and the peak bloom prediction. If the prediction shifts, we can reschedule as needed based on my availability. The National Park Service does require a photography permit. I will take care of that for all of my peak cherry blossom clients. All you'll have to do is show up the day of the session and enjoy the beautiful blooms!
We would love to move forward - how do we book?
Simply email info@emilyalyssa.com with the date you would like to book. From there you'll receive an online proposal. To reserve the date, you'll sign the contract and pay the non-refundable session fee, which can both be done online. The remaining balance is due the day before your session.
I noticed you shoot film and digital. What does that mean?
I'm a hybrid photographer, which means I shoot with a mix of digital and film. By film, I mean old school, physical rolls of film I send off to a lab to have developed (not video)! I use film because it allows me to slow down as an artist and be extra intentional with every photo. It also gives you soft, creamy tones that are simply not replicated in digital photos. You'll receive your film photos as digital scans, so they will be easily integrated in your final gallery.
What is the turnaround time for editing photos?
You can expect your photos 4 weeks after your session! You can expect to see at least 35 edited digital images in each session (although sometimes you get more depending on how everything goes)! The photos will be delivered in an online gallery.
Can we get cherry blossom photos done at a different location?
Absolutely! These sessions only refer to the peak bloom dates for the cherry blossoms around the Tidal Basin. There are cherry blossom trees throughout the DMV, and you are welcome to schedule a regular portrait session. April is the best month to try for cherry blossoms in general. Send me a note to chat!
