CHEYENNE SCHOOL PHOTOGRAPHER

Serving elementary schools, daycares, and preschools in Cheyenne, WY

CHEYENNE SCHOOL PHOTOGRAPHER

Serving elementary schools, preschools, and daycares in Cheyenne, WY

TIRED OF lifetouch?

Everyone knows the trope of the school photo. Awkward smiles, braces, and an outfit you wish they would have left in the closet. You can tell your child was uncomfortable, and while it’s kind of funny, it also breaks your heart just a bit to remember yourself feeling those feelings.

While the terrible school photo feels like a rite of passage, it doesn’t have to be that way.

I firmly believe that a great photo of a child does more than just make their parents happy. A great photo gives that child a little boost of confidence about themselves.

They don’t like their braces? I won’t make them smile with their mouth open. Looks like they put their shirt on backwards? I might quietly ask their teacher to let them run to the bathroom.

A little compassion and patience goes a long way these days, and kids know when the person behind the camera is on their side.

But worried about the hassle?

I also understand how busy your day-to-day is. The last thing you need is a complicated school photo day process, where you have to play middle man for a small business, when you have hundreds of families on your roster.

Lucky for you, that’s not how I roll. As the mom who has spent 10 years with kids in the district, I know just how frustrating it is for parents and admin when the process is slow and confusing.

All students receive a private gallery, where their parents can order online. Prints are professionally packaged, and I handle all customer service issues, from questions about ordering to delivery.

what I Offer My Schools

CHILD-CENTERED APPROACH. No more awkward school pictures, only real smiles and genuine kids.

REAL CUSTOMER SERVICE.
From scheduling to print delivery, all aspects of the process are handled by me. No chatbots!

STAFF HEADSHOTS. Including a complimentary digital image for personal or professional use. (Must be present on photo day)

HAPPY PARENTS. Professionally printed images of their child, in both color and black and white.

LOCAL REFERENCES. I’m happy to provide references from Cheyenne preschools and elementary schools!

ADMIN AND YEARBOOK IMAGES. I provide a complimentary image of each student to the school for use in their yearbook and digital permanent file.

FLEXIBILITY. Every school is different, with different needs for their students and staff. I work with each school to schedule their photo day experience for minimal disruption and maximum parent satisfaction.

what I Offer My parents

FELLOW MOM OF THREE! I know how important these images are to families, especially those who may not have the opportunity for photos outside a school setting.

A KIND, CARING ENVIRONMENT FOR THEIR CHILD. I will never pressure a child into smiling or standing in a way they are not comfortable with.

PRIVATE GALLERIES. Secure, private galleries for every student.

PRE-PAY NOT REQUIRED. Parents are able to see the image before purchase.

PROFESSIONAL IMAGES. Professionally printed images, at a variety of price points.

“Liz was the photographer for our elementary school this year and I must say I’ve never seen such incredible school pictures ever!” ***** – Danielle

Hello, I’m Liz!

I’m the mom to three girls (including a set of twins), and have been a professional photographer for almost ten years. Having worked with hundreds of families in the Cheyenne area, I’ve found that my favorite part of my job is childhood portraits. Shy kids, quirky kids, rambunctious kids – all my jam.

So, in 2023, I decided to pursue the opportunity to take school portraits for my daughters’ elementary school. Such an awesome experience from start to finish – getting to work with 200+ kids over two days, and deliver high end portraits to their parents? Yes, please!

Frequently Asked Questions

I am located in Cheyenne! My husband and I have lived here for ten years, and have three kids in LCSD1.

I travel to Fort Collins and Laramie quite a bit for photography work, and am happy to include a fairly wide travel radius for school photos, at no charge!

I communicate with parents either through flyers or email.

Many of my private schools or preschools choose to give me parent information (email). Emails are only used for communication about their child’s photos, and can be opted out of at any time.

If schools are unable to give me email information, I send home paper flyers with each child. Each flyer will have an access code and website where parents can see their child’s private gallery. Public elementary schools are unable to provide parent info, so I have an opt-in process specifically for these schools.

Every child I photograph will receive a slip of paper with a QR code on it. Parents will use this QR code to access their child (or children’s) gallery. I will not use any child’s image in a public space, unless I have received permission from their parent or guardian (as I did for all children featured on this page).

I turn around my school galleries as quick as possible, typically within one week of photo day, if not sooner.

While I prefer to stick with neutrals colors (gray, white, tan) for a classic feel, I am open to using other colors based on your organization.

Nope, no props! I believe that simple photos that highlight a kid and their personality are the most important images we can have.

For preschool aged kids at private schools, I do bring a small wooden box for seated portraits, and small wooden toys for fidgeting with. I find that wiggly bodies tend to relax once they’re seated and have something to do! Kids are also more than welcome to bring stuffies, blankies, or any loved items.

Public school students are photographed while standing, on a gray background.

Yes! Sibling photography is handled on a school-by-school basis. Some schools are open to allowing older children to attend, while other schools prefer it be limited to the children on-site. I’m happy to discuss your preferences during a call or meeting!

No sibling photography for public elementary schools due to the number of kids, but I am willing to consider it for private or charter schools.

I am happy to share my price list during our call or in-person meeting! I want printed photos in the hands of as many people as possible, so my printed products are priced to meet a variety of income levels. Digital images are also available for purchase, and can be printed anywhere.

I do not charge any upfront fees, to the school or to parents. I am paid through parent purchases (both print and digital) after the images are received.

I am currently booking schools with 25-300 students and staff. I prefer to get all photography done before lunch (if possible), which often means splitting schools into more than one day. Every school I’ve worked with has appreciated the flexibility and morning scheduling!

For prints, I offer wallet size through 8 x 10s. I also offer digital images for those parents who would prefer to print their own photos and/or share on social media.

All staff who are present on photo day will receive a complimentary digital image of themselves that they can use for personal or professional reasons. Staff who are absent or are hired after photo day are not included in this complimentary service.

While in my portrait business I photography kids from birth through 18, in my school portrait business I typically photograph kids from infancy through 6th grade.

And I definitely have answers! Use the contact form above to reach out, and we can discuss over the phone or in person. I typically respond to all inquiries within 24 hours, but if you don’t hear back, email me at [email protected]. I occasionally have trouble with my replies going to spam, especially with organizational email addresses.

Next Steps

Wondering if I’m a good fit for your school or organization? Use the contact form below to get in touch! I’m happy to set up a phone call or in-person meeting to find out what your organization is looking for, and whether or not I can meet your needs.

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