Hi there!

I’m so excited to bring my unique boutique style of school portraits to St. Augustine! Things are a little (okay, a lot) different this year in nearly every way, but I know you’re going to love these genuine and expressive images of your kiddo(s)! This page has been created to give you some helpful information to make your photo experience as easy and convenient as possible. Of course, if you have questions, please contact the studio.

Highlights for this year:

To ensure we’re as mindful of everyone’s health and well-being as possible, I’m changing a few things up, including:

• Outdoor Photos. We’re taking things outdoors this year, but will keep our signature black background. Let’s cross our fingers for good weather (in the case of severe weather, photos will be rescheduled)
• Class Photos will be composites (think of these as a mini yearbook page) instead of groups
• No contact photos means we won’t be wiping noses, faces or smoothing hair. We’ll do our best to direct your kiddo, but they will just be totally themselves, and that’s awesome!
• Distance Learning portrait times are available by appointment (Tues, Oct 6 afternoon; outdoors on school grounds. If there is more demand than time allows, portrait times will be added for Wed, Oct 7 morning)
• Sibling photo registration. Please register for sibling photos. If you do not register your kiddos, they will not be called to be photographed together

On this page:

FAQs

What makes this photography different?

My goal during my short time with your child is not to force a cheesy smile. I’m looking for natural expressions, which will range from serious and pensive to sweet and silly.

I’ll chat and interact with your child during our short time together to elicit genuine expressions. For even more fun, have your child come prepared with a joke for ME (I’m always looking to expand my dad joke repertoire)! 🙂

What should my kiddo wear?

We’re outdoors this year, so please have your child(ren) dress for the weather. They will remain outdoors while their classmates are photographed. Photos will be on a black background. I’m a sucker for bright clothes, or ones that show off lovely detail in the shoulder area – sundresses (if it’s warm enough!), ties, collared shirts, pretty sleeves, etc are all great choices. Stay away from black tops, big logos on shirts (they’ll get cut off) or small, busy patterns which end up being distracting in a portrait. All shots are waist or shoulder up. Please contact Rona directly with questions.

Please avoid large logos, hoodies, or sweatshirts. Do not wear black.

When is picture day?

Tues, Oct 6: All in-person K–6 classes, siblings (by appointment). Remote students by appointment

Wed, Oct 7 (morning): siblings and/or remote students by appointment (ONLY if all appointments are booked for Tues)

When are retakes?

Tuesday, Nov 10 by appointment. Please ensure you sign up for retakes.

Will there be class photos available?

You bet! A class composite picture is available to add on to any portrait purchase for just $5

What about sibling photos?

If you have more than one kiddo attending, please register for sibling photos. You will be contacted with your sibling portrait date once your registration is received. While you’re not required to participate, they’re a fun memento from the school year, and a great Christmas gift! (please note, the availability of sibling photos may change due to school cohort guidelines)

When can I expect to see our photos?

Notification of your child’s proofs will arrive to your email within 3 weeks of picture day (don’t forget to sign up below to get gallery release notices and reminders for picture day direct from me!). You’ll access proofs via a private online gallery. You will have 2-5 images in both colour and black and white to select from. Online galleries are open for 10 days.

How does ordering work?

Once online galleries are published, you will have 10 days to place your order (there is a $10 admin fee to re-open your online gallery). Everything is viewed, ordered, and paid online, so there are no paper order forms to keep up with. You will have the option to purchase prints, image blocks, metal collage walls, mugs, cool 3D photo shelves holding a metal print and digital images with printing rights.

Grandparents and other relatives may also place orders through the digital gallery!

All prints will be delivered to the school unless requested otherwise (shipping starts at $5 for porch drop off and $10 for Canada Post delivery).

What quality are the prints?

Prints come on professional-quality paper with lustre coating.

How much do packages cost?

We offer both print packages as well as digital negatives, where parents can print themselves. Packages range from $25–$50, and our digital negative collections begin at $45. We also offer custom studio products, such as image blocks, 3D photo shelves with a metal print and framed enlargements. All pricing is in your gallery.

When will I get my prints?

Product orders will be delivered to your kiddo’s classroom within 2–4 weeks from the date your gallery closes. For remote students or families who wish to have prints delivered to their home, we offer 3 shipping options ($5–$15)
1) Porch delivery (delivery will be made after galleries close)
2) Canada Post (processed upon receipt)
3) Courier (processed upon receipt)

REGISTER your email address to know when proofs are ready

Sign up to my mailing list below to receive picture day reminders, proofing gallery release notices, ordering deadline reminders and other important information regarding photos for St. Boniface, as well as periodic emails from Pause Photography + Design. You can unsubscribe at any time.

Distance Learner Photo Sign Up Form

If you have a kiddo or two who are distance learning, bring them by for an outdoor photo! All photographed kiddos registered with St. Boniface will appear in the yearbook. Appointments times are available for Wednesday, September 16 between 9am and 2pm.

Sibling Photo Sign Up Form

If you have two or more kiddos attending school together, it’s always fun to have a photograph of them together (plus, they make great grandparent gifts!). Complete the form below to have them added to the schedule. Siblings will be photographed by appointment on Tuesday, October 6 (siblings may be added for portrait times on Wednesday, October 7 if there is a large volume of sibling portrait requests).

Retake Registration

If you missed picture day or need retakes for whatever reason, you must register below. If your child’s information is not received by the studio with a minimum of 1 business day advance notice, they may not be called for retakes.

One last thing… a Model Release

Your child’s privacy is important to me!

I occasionally like to post a sneak peek on social media from my photo day at a particular school or add new kids’ photos to my website and marketing materials. If you haven’t signed a release with the school and you’d be willing to give me permission to include your child’s photo (never any names) for these purposes, please complete the following release form. Thank you so much!