Aurora Studios

Aurora Studios offers a comprehensive range of professional photography services, tailored to meet the diverse needs of our clients in the Seattle area. Our primary services include:

• Portrait Photography: Individual headshots, family portraits, senior portraits, and professional branding sessions. We focus on capturing your unique personality and creating timeless images.
• Event Photography: Coverage of weddings, corporate events, conferences, private parties, and other special occasions. We ensure that every important moment is captured with artistry and professionalism.
• Commercial Photography: High-quality images for websites, marketing materials, product catalogs, and advertising campaigns. We help businesses enhance their brand image and attract new customers.

We are also happy to discuss custom photography projects and tailor our services to your specific requirements. Please contact us to discuss your project in detail.

Aurora Studios is located in the vibrant Fremont neighborhood of Seattle, Washington. Our studio address is:

Aurora Studios
701 N 34th St Suite 200
Seattle, WA 98103

We are conveniently located near several public transportation options and offer ample street parking for our clients.

Booking a photography session with Aurora Studios is easy and convenient. You can start by:

1. Visiting our website: Browse our services and view our portfolio to get a sense of our style.
2. Contacting us: Fill out the contact form on our contact page or call us directly at (206) 322-9754.
3. Discussing your needs: We'll discuss your vision, desired style, and any specific requirements you may have.
4. Receiving a quote: We'll provide you with a detailed quote based on your chosen services and session duration.
5. Confirming your booking: Once you approve the quote, we'll send you a booking agreement and request a deposit to secure your session date.

We recommend booking your session well in advance, especially for weddings and other special events, to ensure availability.

The price of a photography session with Aurora Studios typically includes:

• Pre-session consultation: A detailed discussion of your needs, preferences, and desired style.
• Photographer's time and talent: The expertise and artistic skills of our experienced photographers.
• Use of our studio or on-location shooting: Depending on the type of session, we can utilize our studio or shoot at a location of your choice.
• Professional editing and retouching: High-quality editing and retouching of your images to ensure they look their best.
• Online gallery: A private online gallery where you can view and download your images.
• Print release: A print release allowing you to print your images for personal use.

Additional services, such as prints, albums, and custom artwork, are available for an additional fee. Please see our pricing page for detailed information.

Choosing the right attire for your portrait session is crucial to achieving the desired look and feel. Here are some general guidelines:

• Choose comfortable clothing: Wear clothing that makes you feel confident and comfortable.
• Coordinate colors: If you're having a family portrait, coordinate your outfits with complementary colors.
• Avoid busy patterns and logos: Simple, classic designs are usually the most flattering.
• Consider the location: Choose clothing that is appropriate for the location of your session.
• Bring multiple options: Bring a few different outfits so you can mix and match and create variety in your portraits.

We are happy to provide personalized wardrobe recommendations during your pre-session consultation.

The turnaround time for receiving your photos after the session depends on the type of photography service and the volume of images taken. Typically, you can expect to receive your edited photos within:

• Portraits: 1-2 weeks
• Events: 2-4 weeks
• Commercial: 2-3 weeks

We strive to deliver your photos as quickly as possible without compromising on quality. We will keep you updated on the progress of your editing and provide you with an estimated delivery date.

We understand that unforeseen circumstances may arise, requiring you to cancel or reschedule your photography session. Our cancellation policy is as follows:

• Cancellation more than 14 days prior to the session: Full refund of the deposit.
• Cancellation between 7 and 14 days prior to the session: 50% refund of the deposit.
• Cancellation less than 7 days prior to the session: No refund of the deposit.

We are happy to reschedule your session if you provide us with at least 48 hours' notice, subject to availability. Please refer to our booking agreement for the complete cancellation policy.

Yes, we offer professional retouching and editing services for all our photography sessions. Our goal is to enhance the natural beauty and quality of your images while maintaining a realistic and authentic look. Our editing services include:

• Color correction
• Exposure adjustments
• Blemish removal
• Skin smoothing
• Teeth whitening
• Background cleanup

We also offer advanced retouching services for an additional fee, such as body contouring, wrinkle reduction, and object removal. We will work with you to achieve your desired look while preserving the integrity of your images.

Yes, Aurora Studios is fully insured with professional liability insurance. This insurance protects our clients and ourselves in the event of any accidents or damages that may occur during a photography session. We prioritize the safety and well-being of our clients and take all necessary precautions to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.

Aurora Studios is committed to providing accessible photography services for all our clients, including those with disabilities. We strive to create an inclusive and welcoming environment and are continuously working to improve our accessibility practices. Some of the steps we take to ensure accessibility include:

• Accessible studio: Our studio is wheelchair accessible and equipped with ramps and accessible restrooms.
• On-location accessibility assessment: We carefully assess the accessibility of on-location shooting locations and choose locations that are suitable for clients with mobility impairments.
• Assistive communication: We are happy to communicate using alternative methods, such as email, text messaging, or sign language interpreters.
• Visual and auditory accommodations: We can provide visual aids, such as large-print materials, and auditory aids, such as amplified sound, to accommodate clients with visual or hearing impairments.
• Trained staff: Our staff is trained to provide respectful and sensitive assistance to clients with disabilities.

Please visit our Accessibility Statement for more information. If you have any specific accessibility needs, please let us know when booking your session, and we will do our best to accommodate you.