Breaking NEWS PHOTO SESSIONS!!!!!! :-)

[calangelo]

Does anyone know if Animal Kingdom Lodge has been added yet as a portrait setting?

[gabbyrosebud]

Hey, those are our dates, also! We're there Dec. 7-14.

I'm really not sure about what to wear. I thought red because the lodge is so green but DH does NOT look good in red and it's only an OK color for me. Blue is our best color and we both do well in green also but I think green would blend too much with the Lodge. DH and I both look horrible in white so that won't work either.

Do y'all think blue would be too awful for the WL at Christmas time? What about black? What color would you do?

That's great! I can't wait to be at the WL for Christmas time. :santa: I think that blue would be a really nice color. It seems to really stand out nicely in the pictures. I'm leaning towards red, but I'll probably change my mind a million times. I'll wait to see what the Disney Store is offering for holiday clothes. Do you know what time you'll book your photo session for?

I hope you have a magical time! :wizard:

[ChristusG]

Is there a website that tells all of the details about this? Out of all of the many times I've been to Disney, I have NEVER heard of this. I'm going to try to book us one for October!!!

I have a few questions.....if anyone could please answer them.

1. What resorts/places is this session offered at?

2. Let's say I do not pre-order the CD (we do not usually use photopass that much).....how much is the photo session and CD? Is it $50 total....the sitting fee and CD of all images? What do I sacrifice by not pre-ordering the CD? I'm afraid we will pre-order the CD and not use it very much in the parks? Will I only sacrafice the ability to manipulate the photos on the Photopass website? If so, this is definitely not a big deal as I'm good with Adobe Photoshop.

3. How's the image quality? Are they JPEGS with a high resolution? Can I manipulate them with my own software?

4. Say I do decide to pre-order the CD......what should I do? At 31 days out, pre-order the CD, then at 30 days out, book the session, print my receipt, bring to the session......and then what? When do I get the CD? After I get home and go online to the Photopass site? If I do NOT Pre-order the CD, I get the photos immediately after the session, correct?

5. Last thing, I promise LOL! Say I do NOT pre-order the CD.....but after I have the session at Disney, I Decide that I actually DO want the CD......can I combine the session CD with my photopass CD? Would I have to pay $50, plus the $125 at the Photopass site?

[TPCShauna]

Do you know what time you'll book your photo session for?

I hope you have a magical time! :wizard:

I haven't gotten far enough along to think of a time. I am still waiting to see pics from BC and WL before choosing a resort. If I don't love the WL locales, we'll probably go with GF or the Poly.

I wish you a great trip, also!

Is there a website that tells all of the details about this? Out of all of the many times I've been to Disney, I have NEVER heard of this. I'm going to try to book us one for October!!!

I have a few questions.....if anyone could please answer them.

1. What resorts/places is this session offered at?
GF, Poly, SS, BC and WL with AKL coming online soon.

2. Let's say I do not pre-order the CD (we do not usually use photopass that much).....how much is the photo session and CD? Is it $50 total....the sitting fee and CD of all images? What do I sacrifice by not pre-ordering the CD? I'm afraid we will pre-order the CD and not use it very much in the parks? Will I only sacrafice the ability to manipulate the photos on the Photopass website? If so, this is definitely not a big deal as I'm good with Adobe Photoshop.
Yes, the sitting fee and CD are $50 if you don't pre-purchase the Photopass CD. Yes, you will sacrifice the ability to manipulate the pics on the Photopass site and will be unable to add the special Disney clipart, etc.

3. How's the image quality? Are they JPEGS with a high resolution? Can I manipulate them with my own software?
I don't know the answer to this one so hopefully someone else can answer this for you.

4. Say I do decide to pre-order the CD......what should I do? At 31 days out, pre-order the CD, then at 30 days out, book the session, print my receipt, bring to the session......and then what? When do I get the CD? After I get home and go online to the Photopass site? If I do NOT Pre-order the CD, I get the photos immediately after the session, correct?
If you pre-order, you can do so at any time. You don't even have to do it before you book your session as long as you have your receipt in hand when you check in at the desk. If you pre-order the CD, you have 30 days from the date of your first photo to go online to the Photopass site and manipulate your pics. After you make all of your changes, you order the CD and I believe it takes about 6-10 business days for it to arrive. Yes, if you do NOT pre-order the CD, you will leave your session with a CD containing your photos.

5. Last thing, I promise LOL! Say I do NOT pre-order the CD.....but after I have the session at Disney, I Decide that I actually DO want the CD......can I combine the session CD with my photopass CD? Would I have to pay $50, plus the $125 at the Photopass site?
This is the instance that doesn't seem to have a clear-cut answer. From what I can understand, once you arrive and take photos, your CD will cost $125 unless you pre-ordered. You would then pay the $50 at your session and another $125 to buy the CD of your other photos that you would order per the procedure I listed in #4. If you do the session without pre-ordering, there is no way they can combine your session CD pics with other Photopass pics. However, if you pre-order the CD, your photo session pics will automatically be added to your Photopass account and will be lumped with the rest of your Photopass pics.

Basically, if you think there is any chance you want pics from the park, I would pre-order the CD. At the very least, it gives you a great deal and you don't have to stress about missing out on some great pics. Plus, you get the $25 cost for the photo session AND the ability to add all of the cute Disney clip art effects. It's a good deal all around.

HTH!

[lissiesmum]

Hi, I know this has been asked before, but I can't find it in the thread. What is the first time you can book in the AM? Is it 8 or 9? I'd like to book at the poly the morning of our flight home, but I'd have to get it done on the early side...

[ADAMANDLISA]

Is there a website that tells all of the details about this? Out of all of the many times I've been to Disney, I have NEVER heard of this. I'm going to try to book us one for October!!!

I have a few questions.....if anyone could please answer them.

1. What resorts/places is this session offered at?

2. Let's say I do not pre-order the CD (we do not usually use photopass that much).....how much is the photo session and CD? Is it $50 total....the sitting fee and CD of all images? What do I sacrifice by not pre-ordering the CD? I'm afraid we will pre-order the CD and not use it very much in the parks? Will I only sacrafice the ability to manipulate the photos on the Photopass website? If so, this is definitely not a big deal as I'm good with Adobe Photoshop.

3. How's the image quality? Are they JPEGS with a high resolution? Can I manipulate them with my own software?

4. Say I do decide to pre-order the CD......what should I do? At 31 days out, pre-order the CD, then at 30 days out, book the session, print my receipt, bring to the session......and then what? When do I get the CD? After I get home and go online to the Photopass site? If I do NOT Pre-order the CD, I get the photos immediately after the session, correct?

5. Last thing, I promise LOL! Say I do NOT pre-order the CD.....but after I have the session at Disney, I Decide that I actually DO want the CD......can I combine the session CD with my photopass CD? Would I have to pay $50, plus the $125 at the Photopass site?


Why don't you get in on a photopass share? It's much cheaper and you just have your group leader send you a copy of the receipt so you get your $25 sitting fee.:goodvibes

[Miniefan]

Just to make sure I have read the information accurately (feel free to correct me if not) The price of a photopass is $99 for pre-purchasing it, which I planned on doing anyways, and then you pay $24 for the sitting fee at the resort location and all the other photopass photos from your trip can be added to this photopass.

One question: What are all the locations you can choose and which one would be the best for a Christmas themed photo shoot?

TIA

Kim

[daisylove]

How can you add the cute disney things to your pictures?

[michygoomy]

Thanks so much. What a great deal! So I am right that this is the only fee. Is there any other cost for the photo session?

Just tax--a couple of bucks. :thumbsup2

[TPCShauna]

Just to make sure I have read the information accurately (feel free to correct me if not) The price of a photopass is $99 for pre-purchasing it, which I planned on doing anyways, and then you pay $24 for the sitting fee at the resort location and all the other photopass photos from your trip can be added to this photopass.

One question: What are all the locations you can choose and which one would be the best for a Christmas themed photo shoot?

TIA

Kim

Yes, the pre-purchase is $99 and the sitting fee is $25 plus tax.

Right now, locations are GF, Poly, SSR, BC and WL with AKL coming on within the next month. From what I've been told, WL has the most dramatic Christmas decorations but I love the decor at GF for the sheer elegance.

How can you add the cute disney things to your pictures?

You do it on the Photopass website after your trip.

[dtripli]

How do I go about ordering the photopass prepay? Do I do this when I reserve the photo session? Also do you see any of your photo session pictures after the session? Does your photographer sell you the pictures right there? ex..if there is a great family photo you love can you purchase it through them a frame? And I would imagine it would be pricey?

[pjstevens]

How do I go about ordering the photopass prepay? Do I do this when I reserve the photo session? Also do you see any of your photo session pictures after the session? Does your photographer sell you the pictures right there? ex..if there is a great family photo you love can you purchase it through them a frame? And I would imagine it would be pricey?


There is a link to the prepay cd site. I do not have it here, but sure someone will post it, if not, pm me and I'll find it when I get home tonight.

As for selling, the photographers let us view the photos after our session but no mention at all of buying since we already bought the cd, therefore we already had the rights to do what we want with those when we get home.

[Ohana90]

How do I go about ordering the photopass prepay? Do I do this when I reserve the photo session? Also do you see any of your photo session pictures after the session? Does your photographer sell you the pictures right there? ex..if there is a great family photo you love can you purchase it through them a frame? And I would imagine it would be pricey?

You go to the photopass website and pre-order there. Once ordered they send you an email with your receipt to take to the photo session. They will then charge you $25 + tx for the sitting fee. As for viewing your pictures, if you have a photopass card already, after you take the session go to the photopass website and punchin your card # and you can view your pics right away. (but this is only if you pre-ordered from my knowledge)

Stitchkingdom.com has alot of good information regarding all of this. Might want to check it out.

[dtripli]

You go to the photopass website and pre-order there. Once ordered they send you an email with your receipt to take to the photo session. They will then charge you $25 + tx for the sitting fee. As for viewing your pictures, if you have a photopass card already, after you take the session go to the photopass website and punchin your card # and you can view your pics right away. (but this is only if you pre-ordered from my knowledge)

Stitchkingdom.com has alot of good information regarding all of this. Might want to check it out.

Thank you...I just went to the website and I can't figure out what to click on to pre order the pass. If I click on photo cd it wants my photo id # (which ofcourse I do not have yet) I know its pathetic - you are dealing with an amateur!!

[Ohana90]

Thank you...I just went to the website and I can't figure out what to click on to pre order the pass. If I click on photo cd it wants my photo id # (which ofcourse I do not have yet) I know its pathetic - you are dealing with an amateur!!

:lmao: Your fine. Go to this site.
http://www.stitchkingdom.com/disneysphotopass/

Scroll down to the very bottom, under PhotoCD you will see a link for pre-purchasing PhotoCD. (its in the paragraph) click on that and you should be good from there.

[shari5]

Thanks so much for this info! We will be pre-ordering - what a great deal!

[ChristusG]

I'm so undecided about where to have our photo shoot. I love beach shots......and I love the simplicity of the GF....so maybe there? I'm not really too keen on any of the indoor lobby shots, so I dont have to worry about what the lobbys look like. Most of the indoor shots posted seem dark to me. I'm a photographer who is going to be very picky about my shots LOL. But I just want to be in some family photos for a decent price! Decisions, decisions!

[JLKennedy]

Just got off the phone:

WHERE ARE YOUR LOCATIONS FOR PRIVATE SESSIONS AT THE WL?
Indoor: lobby, fireplace, totem poles, bridge towards Artist Pointe
Outdoor: Covered bridge, bridge over creek, rocks near Geysor, kid's den, bridge towards the DVC and down on the beach.

WHAT ARE YOUR FIRST AND LAST TIME SLOTS AVAILABLE?
First shoot starts at 8am and the last one at 7pm, daily.

WHEN CAN I BOOK MY SESSION?
30 days prior to your arrival. If you are arriving 9-30-08, you can book 8-31-08. It does NOT have to be 30 days prior to your "session", just within a 30 day window of arriving.

Hope that helps some of you.

[ADAMANDLISA]

Just got off the phone:

WHERE ARE YOUR LOCATIONS FOR PRIVATE SESSIONS AT THE WL?
Indoor: lobby, fireplace, totem poles, bridge towards Artist Pointe
Outdoor: Covered bridge, bridge over creek, rocks near Geysor, kid's den, bridge towards the DVC and down on the beach.

WHAT ARE YOUR FIRST AND LAST TIME SLOTS AVAILABLE?
First shoot starts at 8am and the last one at 7pm, daily.

WHEN CAN I BOOK MY SESSION?
30 days prior to your arrival. If you are arriving 9-30-08, you can book 8-31-08. It does NOT have to be 30 days prior to your "session", just within a 30 day window of arriving.

Hope that helps some of you.

Thank you for the info!:thumbsup2 I think you just may have changed my mind on location!;)

[DRRluvsWDW]

Just got off the phone:

WHERE ARE YOUR LOCATIONS FOR PRIVATE SESSIONS AT THE WL?
Indoor: lobby, fireplace, totem poles, bridge towards Artist Pointe
Outdoor: Covered bridge, bridge over creek, rocks near Geysor, kid's den, bridge towards the DVC and down on the beach.

WHAT ARE YOUR FIRST AND LAST TIME SLOTS AVAILABLE?
First shoot starts at 8am and the last one at 7pm, daily.

WHEN CAN I BOOK MY SESSION?
30 days prior to your arrival. If you are arriving 9-30-08, you can book 8-31-08. It does NOT have to be 30 days prior to your "session", just within a 30 day window of arriving.

Hope that helps some of you.

Can't wait to see these pictures! Sounds like what we are looking for.
Thanks for the info!:yay:

[cherbear]

Just got off the phone:

WHERE ARE YOUR LOCATIONS FOR PRIVATE SESSIONS AT THE WL?
Indoor: lobby, fireplace, totem poles, bridge towards Artist Pointe
Outdoor: Covered bridge, bridge over creek, rocks near Geysor, kid's den, bridge towards the DVC and down on the beach.

WHAT ARE YOUR FIRST AND LAST TIME SLOTS AVAILABLE?
First shoot starts at 8am and the last one at 7pm, daily.

WHEN CAN I BOOK MY SESSION?
30 days prior to your arrival. If you are arriving 9-30-08, you can book 8-31-08. It does NOT have to be 30 days prior to your "session", just within a 30 day window of arriving.

Hope that helps some of you.

thank you SO MUCH! I hope someone posts some pics soon...I can't wait to see!

[TPCShauna]

Just got off the phone:

WHERE ARE YOUR LOCATIONS FOR PRIVATE SESSIONS AT THE WL?
Indoor: lobby, fireplace, totem poles, bridge towards Artist Pointe
Outdoor: Covered bridge, bridge over creek, rocks near Geysor, kid's den, bridge towards the DVC and down on the beach.

WHAT ARE YOUR FIRST AND LAST TIME SLOTS AVAILABLE?
First shoot starts at 8am and the last one at 7pm, daily.

WHEN CAN I BOOK MY SESSION?
30 days prior to your arrival. If you are arriving 9-30-08, you can book 8-31-08. It does NOT have to be 30 days prior to your "session", just within a 30 day window of arriving.

Hope that helps some of you.

Thank you SO MUCH for posting this info! I can't wait to see some pics from here. The decision on location is looming closer!

[JLKennedy]

I've got to call back tomorrow for my 30 days! We're staying at the WL, so I'll probably get the photos done there too.

[kaleighmariesmom]

please someone... anyone who has Beach Club pics -- pleas epost them... i have like 10 days beofre I can book and i NEED to see them to decided where to have our pics done!!!

thanks so much!!:wizard: :wizard:

[lissiesmum]

Hi there, I haven't booked my Photopass session yet as I have two months left to go, but I did find a great outfit for my DD and I to wear. For any of you looking for a simple look, we got matching Khaki shorts and Old Navy currently has nice soft Tshirts on sale in various colors for $10. In the children's section, there are shirts that are similar in color or something called the contrast collar pocket tee, which is what I bought for my DD. It's a mainly white shirt with the color blue that I will be wearing on the edge of the sleeve and bottom of the shirt. It makes a really cute "matching" outfit for pictures and I thought I'd share. It was a nice, inexpensive way to get ready for our pictures :) I'm sure the mens/boys sections also have similar color patterns as well...I hope this helps someone out :)

[mom2jcc]

Okay, just to clarify (I'm slow at all this digital stuff)...

If I get the cd, can I take the cd with all pics from our trip including photo session to a Walgreens, etc. and get developed? If so, this is quite a deal!!

[christa112]

Yes,

That is correct. You purchased the cd which means you own the rights to images.

Pretty sweet deal!!!!

Okay, just to clarify (I'm slow at all this digital stuff)...

If I get the cd, can I take the cd with all pics from our trip including photo session to a Walgreens, etc. and get developed? If so, this is quite a deal!!

[lissiesmum]

what's the largest picture you can print out off the CD? I usually do Sears Portraits in the fall, and I always order their 10x13 photo for my living room. Can you make a picture that large off the cd? If not, how about 8x10? Does it depend on where you get it developed?

[RadioFanatic]

I just booked WL for 9/6 at 3 pm! Yeah! Has anyone done this with a photopass share? I'm in one but do I now need to buy my own CD instead?

[ADAMANDLISA]

No, just ask your group leader to send you a copy of the receipt from the photopass CD pre-order! This will get you 1/2 off your sitting fee (for a total of $25) and your pictures can go right on the CD with all of the others.:thumbsup2

[chris4disney]

No, just ask your group leader to send you a copy of the receipt from the photopass CD pre-order! This will get you 1/2 off your sitting fee (for a total of $25) and your pictures can go right on the CD with all of the others.:thumbsup2

What if more than one person in the group is doing a photo session? Can more than one person take a copy of the receipt and get the session for $25.00? Do they keep track of who's name is on the receipt? For example,
I am leading a group, so the receipt for the CD will be in my name. I am doing a photo session, but someone else in the group also wants to do a session.

[ADAMANDLISA]

There are 4 of us in my group doing the photoshoot. I have heard that there are no problems with multiple people using same receipt.:goodvibes

[mom2zandjsquared]

Yeah they just stamp the paper being used that it was used. No big deal really.

[heath-and-javens-mom]

Can someone tell me the number toi call to book the WL photo session?

Thanks so much!:goodvibes

[ADAMANDLISA]

407-934-4004

[heath-and-javens-mom]

thank you so much!

[Tokyo Disneyland]

If you have a portrait session during the month of August, they will give you a coupon good for 20% any online order you place at disneyphotopass.com. If you are a Disney Vacation Club member you also get a coupon good for a free photo mug.

[BelleLovesTheBeast]

When you arrive do they tell you where the locations are that they can shoot?

Do they show you sample pictures of the locations?

[JLKennedy]

I just booked WL for 9/6 at 3 pm! Yeah! Has anyone done this with a photopass share? I'm in one but do I now need to buy my own CD instead?


Get out! Same date, at 3:30, same location!!!

[starann]

Disneyshopping.com has polos onsale for 15.99 and we are doing fmaily picts. Question being, what colors should I get....should I go for all white with kahkis? Or should the kids wear colors? Or Hubby and I wear colors? Hubby is a BIG guy (2XL) and I have some 'more to love' as well. Or guys wear blue, girls wear white?
It will be me (28), DH (34), DNiece (13), DS (3) and (4) and MIL and FIL (65 and 67).

TIA!
Star

[BlueSkies]

Staran When I called recently to schedule a photo session they suggested we all wear the same or coordinating colors. We have done the white shirts and khaki bottoms and it looks very nice....This time around we've decided on all black. I actually saw pictures posted on this thread that gave me the idea.... Light blue seems to be popular and looks great..

[penguins1]

I have a quick question regarding everyone's experience with their Photo Sessions... if you have an appointment at 10AM, how good are the CMs at actually starting your session at that time? Is there only one CM per location or multiple CMs to ensure that you actually start on time? With two little ones we are just trying to figure out what to expect in regards to wait time!

Thanks!

[ADAMANDLISA]

I have a quick question regarding everyone's experience with their Photo Sessions... if you have an appointment at 10AM, how good are the CMs at actually starting your session at that time? Is there only one CM per location or multiple CMs to ensure that you actually start on time? With two little ones we are just trying to figure out what to expect in regards to wait time!

Thanks!

Good question! I'm interested in the answer to this too!:thumbsup2

[mom2jcc]

Well, I am looking forward to booking our December photo session at WL:) Now, do I plan on buying shirts that are short sleeve or long sleeve????? Need advice:confused3

[mainstreet1997]

Last weekend, my family won a trip to Disney World so we decided we are going all out! Ive been thinking about doing a photo shoot for my family. Ive been reading about how everybody wears coordinating colors and whatever (which does look really nice). I am a little disappointed that most of the pictures dont show more of the location. Looking at these pics reminded me of a picture I took on our trip this past May before we went out to dinner at Kona - yes we kind of do blend into the walls but I like it because you can tell were at Boardwalk and the color shows off our tans! I did this by setting the camera on the amwar next to the TV and set the timer - it would have been a perfect picture if my sister would have been able to come on this trip!

http://i135.photobucket.com/albums/q121/ktmac111581/Disney%205-08/IMG_0454.jpg

Heres another one I took of my mom and dad on the Boardwalk

http://i135.photobucket.com/albums/q121/ktmac111581/Disney%205-08/IMG_0085.jpg



I think Ill quit my teaching job and go be a photographer at Disney!


I still dont know why they havent started doing photoshoots at Boardwalk yet.


Have a magical day!
Katie

[RadioFanatic]

Get out! Same date, at 3:30, same location!!!

yeah! hopefully this means I get to meet another Dis'er! PM me and maybe we can meet up - are you staying at WL?

[TINKERBELLFAN50265]

Just got off the phone:

WHERE ARE YOUR LOCATIONS FOR PRIVATE SESSIONS AT THE WL?
Indoor: lobby, fireplace, totem poles, bridge towards Artist Pointe
Outdoor: Covered bridge, bridge over creek, rocks near Geysor, kid's den, bridge towards the DVC and down on the beach.

WHAT ARE YOUR FIRST AND LAST TIME SLOTS AVAILABLE?
First shoot starts at 8am and the last one at 7pm, daily.

WHEN CAN I BOOK MY SESSION?
30 days prior to your arrival. If you are arriving 9-30-08, you can book 8-31-08. It does NOT have to be 30 days prior to your "session", just within a 30 day window of arriving.

Hope that helps some of you.


Thanks. That's some great information. We're going the end of January and wanted to do the photo session at WL. It's such a beautiful resort. You should be able to get some great shots there. I'm curious about the pictures by the geyser. It only goes off on the hour. Do they try to time the pictures when the geyser's going off?:confused3

[HALEYSMOMMOM]

Will we have any problem doing our photo sessions before we actually check in? I made the reservations for the day we check in, but I made it early, before we would be checking in. You don't have to be a resort guest to do the photo sessions do you? Can we get a parking pass at the poly still? Thanks for any information or insight!

[mom2zandjsquared]

Will we have any problem doing our photo sessions before we actually check in? I made the reservations for the day we check in, but I made it early, before we would be checking in. You don't have to be a resort guest to do the photo sessions do you? Can we get a parking pass at the poly still? Thanks for any information or insight!

You get a parking pass at the resorts that is good for 2 hours or so and then park. You do not need to be a resort guest to do the photo sessions so you will be fine with how you have it scheduled.

[tiggerbell]

I'm very excited - we have our photo session at the GF 09/01 and I pre-ordered the CD today!!! All that's left to do is PACK!!! :cool1:

[pjstevens]

I have a quick question regarding everyone's experience with their Photo Sessions... if you have an appointment at 10AM, how good are the CMs at actually starting your session at that time? Is there only one CM per location or multiple CMs to ensure that you actually start on time? With two little ones we are just trying to figure out what to expect in regards to wait time!

Thanks!

When we did the one at the GF in December, there were several photographers, so that it seemed the appointment might of been staggered a little (so you weren't all at the same spot, waiting to be photographed). We only waited a few minutes for our photographer. HTH.

[lissiesmum]

We'll be traveling to WDW in OCtober and I'm trying to figure out which resort to book for our photo session. Are there any resorts that put out any halloween decorations, or fall decorations?

[Padstack]

Just got off the phone:

WHEN CAN I BOOK MY SESSION?
30 days prior to your arrival. If you are arriving 9-30-08, you can book 8-31-08. It does NOT have to be 30 days prior to your "session", just within a 30 day window of arriving.

Hope that helps some of you.

I called this morning which is my 30 day mark for my vacation to begin and was told that I had to wait for 30 days from the date of the session that I want. :confused3

[DiznEeyore]

I called this morning which is my 30 day mark for my vacation to begin and was told that I had to wait for 30 days from the date of the session that I want. :confused3

Well, that's frustrating! I wonder which it is? :confused: We want to schedule ours on Christmas Eve at the GF before we go to dinner, and I'm worried it might be tough to get an appt. for that time. I want to book it as soon as I possibly can.

Anyone know if you can book at 30 days from arrival or is it 30 days from your session?

[mom2zandjsquared]

It is 30 days from the date of the session so when we went in April - I booked for April 9 on March 10 because of 31 days in March.

[DiznEeyore]

It is 30 days from the date of the session so when we went in April - I booked for April 9 on March 10 because of 31 days in March.

Thank you! :goodvibes

[JLKennedy]

CM told me all resorts are booking for all of September right now. Once day 1 of a month is open, they book for the entire month. You can't book October yet, as Sept. 1 isn't here.

[pjstevens]

CM told me all resorts are booking for all of September right now. Once day 1 of a month is open, they book for the entire month. You can't book October yet, as Sept. 1 isn't here.

I want to book for September, but I want September 11th (probably) so I dont' want to call and be told no, got to call back August 11th. :confused3

[Padstack]

I want to book for September, but I want September 11th (probably) so I dont' want to call and be told no, got to call back August 11th. :confused3

Just called again based on the last few posts and was told again that I had to wait until 30 days from the date of the actual session, not from the beginning of my trip.

pj - Give it a go. The worst they will say is that you will have to wait for a few more days to schedule.

[Praise2Him]

I'm very excited - we have our photo session at the GF 09/01 and I pre-ordered the CD today!!! All that's left to do is PACK!!! :cool1:

We also have a session booked at the GF on 9/1 :woohoo: Ours is at 9:30 - when is yours?

[anthony2k7]

any news on AKL yet?!

[chris4disney]

I can't believe that no one has posted pictures from the Beach Club yet!!??:confused3 Come on fellow Disers! I know someone has to have some somewhere!!! :flower3:

[dsneygirl]

Just booked for WL at 9am on the 8th of Sept! I am so excited. That is our home resort for DVC so it's really special for us.

I am anxious to see BC photos as that is my second favourite place.

[dsneygirl]

So what do you guys think would be better an morning session or evening session? I am thinking of either doing it right about breakfast or right before dinner. I am leaning towards the morning because it will still be kinda cool and our hair and clothes will still be kinda clean (after eating yeah, right LOL).

What I am worried about is the squinting in the pictures.

I Booked for 9am since we have a 2 year old and I want him to be in peak form. Also you're not all sweaty etc as you might be mid day.

[zurgswife]

Ok. Hubbie and i did BC session. We were inside and out. We just ordered our CD as we were part of a group. When my CD arrives I'll post some pics of BC photo shoot.

[princessreilly]

I'm going on a grand gathering in December. I want to do the photo session at the Poly before our dinner at O'hana's. :banana: How long will it take? We have four familys and want group and seperate pics. Also, will it be one price for all of us to split?
TIA!

[zurgswife]

I'm going on a grand gathering in December. I want to do the photo session at the Poly before our dinner at O'hana's. :banana: How long will it take? We have four familys and want group and seperate pics. Also, will it be one price for all of us to split?
TIA!

You get 30mins. I have heard if the groups are too big they suggest purchasing 2 sittings. We got about 50 shots but I can't imagine assembling 4 families in 30 mins and getting anywhere near that amount of shots. I would suggest everybody chipping in and doing at least 2 sessions back to back.

[kaleighmariesmom]

I can't believe that no one has posted pictures from the Beach Club yet!!??:confused3 Come on fellow Disers! I know someone has to have some somewhere!!! :flower3:

thanks for not letting me be the ONLY one who post this like a nut!!! I am dying to see them!!!:sad2: :sad2:

[stepdisney]

any news on AKL yet?!

I tried to book AKL but they said that they photo sessions will not begin here until the middle of September (we are two weeks too early). I asked if there was a slight possibility that they would begin booking earlier and they said to try back at the end of the month.

[princessreilly]

Thanks for the reply. I will plan on doing at least two sessions and ask them when I call if they recommend more. We have 15 people in our group! :grouphug: You get 30mins. I have heard if the groups are too big they suggest purchasing 2 sittings. We got about 50 shots but I can't imagine assembling 4 families in 30 mins and getting anywhere near that amount of shots. I would suggest everybody chipping in and doing at least 2 sessions back to back.

[pjstevens]

Ok. Hubbie and i did BC session. We were inside and out. We just ordered our CD as we were part of a group. When my CD arrives I'll post some pics of BC photo shoot.

YEA!!!! Can't wait to see!!!!!

[stackyallred]

We called to book GF Photo Shoot today as it is our 30 day mark to arrive at WDW. We were also told that we had to make the reservation 30 days form the actual photo shoot not our arrival date. :confused3 Just thought I would pass that info on- sounds like it just depends on who you talk to! :)

[princessreilly]

I'm not sure if I have seen any on here or not. Does the Poly do pictures in the hammock?
TIA!

[Scrapbook Stacy]

We did a photo shoot at the Poly and they did do some hammock shots! They also took some outside around the beach area and over by the pool. Hope this helps!

Stacy

[chris4disney]

thanks for not letting me be the ONLY one who post this like a nut!!! I am dying to see them!!!:sad2: :sad2:

:lmao: Oh no, you are not alone! Let me confess to the group... "hi, my name is Chrissy and I'm a Disney Freak."

I'm very anxious to see the pics at BC. We LOVE LOVE LOVE the beach club resort. In fact we are debating on whether to buy into DVC at BCV. So having our family pictures taken there will be a great memory from this year's trip.:cloud9:

[BirdsOfPreyDave]

We booked our photoshoot at GF for week before last. We were staying at the Wilderness Lodge and would have liked to have had them there, but when I booked I was told they weren't doing it yet. Wouldn't you know it, the day after we had our session, we saw a photographer walking with a family at the Wilderness Lodge. I guess I should have checked back closer to our arrival.

I wasn't too upset, though, because the hammock shots on the GF beach really turned out nice. Our friends, who were traveling with us and who split the photopass CD and photoshoot, will be using a picture of their girls in the hammock and the whole family on the sailboat for their Christmas cards. I also really liked a few of the shots with the Magic Kingdom in the background.

During our second week at the BCV, we saw the photographers out with quite a few groups.

[Stefy]

Wow just gone through the whole thread, thanx for sharing all your lovely photos.

Me and DB are wanting to do this, I would prefer Poly and WL, but he likes the idea of Poly and BC. What do you guys think?

Any more news on AKL etc?

[Henna's_Mom]

Great photo's everyone, thanks for sharing. DH and I are going to do this when we go in October. I am really interested in doing the AKL session, DH doesn't want to but he owes me BIG TIME. We had a honeymoon photo session done inside the magic kingdom in 2003 it was great, they had us sitting in the grass next to the castle behind the gates), we got a photo with Snow White and all 7 dwarves so many great pictures and when we moved in 2005 he lost them :sad2: . So he owes me forever.

[marbella_chris]

we just booked for 14th september at beach club.

i guess it depends on your CM, although we are in the UK, and they were helpful because of the cost of international call charges so took the booking early.

yey !!!!:cool1:

[Laura.bora]

Great photo's everyone, thanks for sharing. DH and I are going to do this when we go in October. I am really interested in doing the AKL session, DH doesn't want to but he owes me BIG TIME. We had a honeymoon photo session done inside the magic kingdom in 2003 it was great, they had us sitting in the grass next to the castle behind the gates), we got a photo with Snow White and all 7 dwarves so many great pictures and when we moved in 2005 he lost them :sad2: . So he owes me forever.

Sounds like my hubby recording over the video of bringing our first child home from the hospital. I now am the proud owner of an episode of the west wing instead.

[PrincessTiffany]

I guess it should be consoling to know that I'm not the only one who has had something like this happen . . . my husband recorded over our Wedding video. So I can now watch an episode of friends and the Seinfeld "Soup Nazi" episode until the end of time.

[Fortune1211]

This is a looonnnnggg thread but I was wondering if you're doing a photopass share how does that work with this? I'm not the one ordering the cd so do I just get the confirmation email from that person and take it with me to the session? TIA!

[zurgswife]

This is a looonnnnggg thread but I was wondering if you're doing a photopass share how does that work with this? I'm not the one ordering the cd so do I just get the confirmation email from that person and take it with me to the session? TIA!

My person emailed me the confirmation. I had read someone had trouble because the name wasn't the same. I called and asked if the name was different did it matter I was told no. Once I got the email I realized I could just change the name on the email confirmation to mine. I did so they didn't say a thing when I checked in.

[Praise2Him]

We had a honeymoon photo session done inside the magic kingdom in 2003 it was great, they had us sitting in the grass next to the castle behind the gates), we got a photo with Snow White and all 7 dwarves so many great pictures and when we moved in 2005 he lost them :sad2: . So he owes me forever.

Sounds like my hubby recording over the video of bringing our first child home from the hospital. I now am the proud owner of an episode of the west wing instead.

I guess it should be consoling to know that I'm not the only one who has had something like this happen . . . my husband recorded over our Wedding video. So I can now watch an episode of friends and the Seinfeld "Soup Nazi" episode until the end of time.

I guess I'm the only WIFE that's done this. DH will never let me forget that I accidentally taped over DS's 1st Birthday with the 50th anniversary of D-Day!

[domestic goddess]

My DH and I did the photo sessions at the WL and Poly this past Thursday and Friday (1st day for WL). We had a great time and got some wonderful photos. Beth (WL) and Richard (Poly) were awesome photographers and we had so much fun with them both! I will try to post some of the photos once I receive the CD. It was just the 2 of us for the photos so it went really fast. We can't wait to do it again when we take our children next time.

I highly recommend pre-ordering the CD and then getting the session done. That way you can get the pictures done and then edit them the way you want to and then order the CD. We are at 176 photos right now and I 'm not done editing them yet! (This also includes the pictures we had taken in the parks.) I was told that a CD can hold about 300 photos.

As a DVC member we also got a coupon for a free photo mug from PhotoPass.com. I am so thrilled with the photos that I may have a photo book done as well.

We were also told that the AKL will be a little while since they don't even have the desk set up yet with the system and screens.

It was well worth the time for us!

[Doug7856]

Excellent thread!! Thanks to everyone for sharing pictures. If anyone has pictures from SSR, I'd love to see some examples. We will have a group of 10 over Thanksgiving and we will be setting up a photo session at SSR.

[Salome]

if we book 2 differents photos sessions (one at the BC and one at the GF) is it 25$ for each session?(I pre-ordered the photopass CD)

Thank you!

[christa112]

I can't wait to see your pics!!! I can't decide if we should do the Poly or WL. Hurry up an edit your pictures!!! LOL:lmao:



My DH and I did the photo sessions at the WL and Poly this past Thursday and Friday (1st day for WL). We had a great time and got some wonderful photos. Beth (WL) and Richard (Poly) were awesome photographers and we had so much fun with them both! I will try to post some of the photos once I receive the CD. It was just the 2 of us for the photos so it went really fast. We can't wait to do it again when we take our children next time.

I highly recommend pre-ordering the CD and then getting the session done. That way you can get the pictures done and then edit them the way you want to and then order the CD. We are at 176 photos right now and I 'm not done editing them yet! (This also includes the pictures we had taken in the parks.) I was told that a CD can hold about 300 photos.

As a DVC member we also got a coupon for a free photo mug from PhotoPass.com. I am so thrilled with the photos that I may have a photo book done as well.

We were also told that the AKL will be a little while since they don't even have the desk set up yet with the system and screens.

It was well worth the time for us!

[Stefy]

Hey guys, quick question, what number do I call from the UK to enquire about the sessions?

[marbella_chris]

hi steffy,

we are in the uk too.

we called 001-407-934-4004
(that includes the international code)

then you go thru to a menu.

select the resort that you want the pics done at...(we are at beach club)
then you are transferred thru to the hotel photopass desk i think.

we booked yesterday for sept 14th and then went online and pre-ordered the photopass cd for the discount $100

hope this helps

chris

[Stefy]

Cool, thanx for that :)

What I am wanting to do is ask what the Poly, WL, AKL and BC (what locations they take pics in etc).

Also, what are the photo sessions in the parks like?

[marbella_chris]

yeah, i think if you call that number and go thru to any desk they will assist.

i dont think you can do private sessions within the parks though, thats just a case of getting the photopass photographers to take your pic in the usual places - mainstreet usa etc....

[Twilight Terror]

Right, I have made the decision to book at WL photo shoot just before our meal at Whispering Canyon Cafe! Wish me luck! :thumbsup2

On a side note, I know that this could be a lot of work for someone, but mods or OP, is there any way we can edit the first post of this thread to have a sort of FAQ bit where all the regular questions and information is - like phone numbers, locations, times, etc instead of having to trawl through so many pages? Might mean new people to the thread can also find the stuff they need quickly? Just a thought :goodvibes

[Olivia'sMom]

I remember finding some where the phone to call but I can't find it now. Can someone help me? Also what kind of proof do you need that you pre ordered the CD?

Thanks,
Candy

[stepdisney]

I ordered my CD and booked my photo session at GF but only because I couldn't book AKL. I want AKL and asked them if they could PLEEEESE (my best whine) take our pictures there. The CM said that they were having a meeting about AKL and they would try accommodate us. Because we are so close to the start date and they have been known to start early, he says we may be able to be some sort of "trial run" family. I'm thinking :yay: . I had to book at another resort because the system is not set up for AKL bookings yet but all of my information, including that I really want AKL has been documented. Needless to say, I am very excited. I'll be sure to post pictures right away.

Sounds like my hubby recording over the video of bringing our first child home from the hospital. I now am the proud owner of an episode of the west wing instead.

He owes you for the rest of his life and a little bit in the hereafter. :)

[kaleighmariesmom]

anyone have BC pics yet?? i am depserate!!!!!! I must see them by next week so I can book !!!:surfweb: :surfweb:

[Lizzy Lemon]

we just booked for 14th september at beach club.

i guess it depends on your CM, although we are in the UK, and they were helpful because of the cost of international call charges so took the booking early.

yey !!!!:cool1:

Haven't you heard of the cheap 1p per minute numbers?

[BelleLovesTheBeast]

Ok. Hubbie and i did BC session. We were inside and out. We just ordered our CD as we were part of a group. When my CD arrives I'll post some pics of BC photo shoot.

I can't wait to see them! :yay: Thanks for sharing!

I'm trying to decide between BC and GF. I've got one month exactly before I can book.

When you arrive do they tell you the places were they can shoot?
Do they show you photos so you have an idea of what they look like?

[ireland_nicole]

anyone have BC pics yet?? i am depserate!!!!!! I must see them by next week so I can book !!!:surfweb: :surfweb:

You could do what I did; I booked GF, Poly and BC; I'm only planning on keeping two, but they said I can cancel, and I couldn't wait for pics- as soon as I see some from BC, I'll know whether to keep BC or GF.:goodvibes

[Praise2Him]

if we book 2 differents photos sessions (one at the BC and one at the GF) is it 25$ for each session?(I pre-ordered the photopass CD)

Thank you!

Yes, it's $25 for each session. You can even book 2 at the same resort, back to back, if you want/need more time, but it's $25 for each.

[cherbear]

I have a question. Do you pay for the session over the phone when you make the call? Or do you pay when you arrive there for it?

[marbella_chris]

Haven't you heard of the cheap 1p per minute numbers?

yeah! course i have, i am with DVC so i have toll free numbers anyway.

if they offer to take my booking on the principle of international call rates then why would i refuse???

they were the ones that specified about call rates not me, but i am sure as hell going to make sure that i get the booking that i want by calling as soon aspossible to make a reservation.

only a mug would say "oh dont worry about the call rates, i'll ring back in 5 days time"

[anne0866]

subbing

[Stefy]

Hey guys

Phoned Photopass Portrait line and was informed that AKL won't be available for another two months as there is no desk set up, once thats in place it takes 4-6wks to getting set/started etc

The CM also informed me that the sit down only price of $25 (if you have preordered the photopass) will be going up in price, most prob between $50-$75 and the other sessions as well will go up, such as the $50 fee without photopass etc. This should be taking effect either at the end of this month or beginning of September. Such a bummer as I wanted to do two sessions :(

[stepdisney]

Hey guys

Phoned Photopass Portrait line and was informed that AKL won't be available for another two months as there is no desk set up, once thats in place it takes 4-6wks to getting set/started etc

The CM also informed me that the sit down only price of $25 (if you have preordered the photopass) will be going up in price, most prob between $50-$75 and the other sessions as well will go up, such as the $50 fee without photopass etc. This should be taking effect either at the end of this month or beginning of September. Such a bummer as I wanted to do two sessions :(

Interesting.

[mom2zandjsquared]

I figured with all other prices increasing that this was going to increas as well but I am not so sure if it goes above $50 if it is really worth it. If they start to charge more than that I think they will have to make sure the photopass photogs are tremendous in what they do.

[lissiesmum]

Hey guys

Phoned Photopass Portrait line and was informed that AKL won't be available for another two months as there is no desk set up, once thats in place it takes 4-6wks to getting set/started etc

The CM also informed me that the sit down only price of $25 (if you have preordered the photopass) will be going up in price, most prob between $50-$75 and the other sessions as well will go up, such as the $50 fee without photopass etc. This should be taking effect either at the end of this month or beginning of September. Such a bummer as I wanted to do two sessions :(

there goes my photopass session then. I was all excited about the $25 session, but if I have to buy the photopass and then pay $50-75 on top of that, I will not be booking. I was so looking forward to it too. My vacation plans are all crumbling. :sad2: First the few days I am there there will be a mystery closing at five pm at MK, I wasn't able to get CRT or CM, and now they are raising the price of the photo session so that I can't afford it. I keep telling myself things can't get any worse and then I read something else. Sorry to whine, just getting a little disheartened over here. :sick:

[sandym718]

Hmm...if it goes to $50 I'd think a little more about it, but probably still do it. Over $50, I doubt it. We're getting a family photo at the beach next week, and then Disney is 8 months away so it's not like we'll NEED another. Guess the sessions must have been very popular.

[HALEYSMOMMOM]

Yes, it's $25 for each session. You can even book 2 at the same resort, back to back, if you want/need more time, but it's $25 for each.

This is not correct, its $25 for the first session, and $50 for each thereafter. So, I was told our 3 sessions are costing us $125.

[HALEYSMOMMOM]

Hey guys

Phoned Photopass Portrait line and was informed that AKL won't be available for another two months as there is no desk set up, once thats in place it takes 4-6wks to getting set/started etc

The CM also informed me that the sit down only price of $25 (if you have preordered the photopass) will be going up in price, most prob between $50-$75 and the other sessions as well will go up, such as the $50 fee without photopass etc. This should be taking effect either at the end of this month or beginning of September. Such a bummer as I wanted to do two sessions :(

They have already quoted me the old prices, they can't just change that on those of us who have ressies in place can they???

[HALEYSMOMMOM]

I have a question. Do you pay for the session over the phone when you make the call? Or do you pay when you arrive there for it?

Didn't see an answer to this, it when you get there. Hth!!

[DiznEeyore]

there goes my photopass session then. I was all excited about the $25 session, but if I have to buy the photopass and then pay $50-75 on top of that, I will not be booking. I was so looking forward to it too. My vacation plans are all crumbling. :sad2: First the few days I am there there will be a mystery closing at five pm at MK, I wasn't able to get CRT or CM, and now they are raising the price of the photo session so that I can't afford it. I keep telling myself things can't get any worse and then I read something else. Sorry to whine, just getting a little disheartened over here. :sick:

I totally understand your disappointment. We've had serious problems with different elements of our upcoming trip, too. It just doesn't feel very "magical", does it? :sad2:

I really wanted to do Christmas Eve pictures in the GF lobby, but I don't think I can bring myself to pay $50 for the quality of what most of the PhotoPass photographers produce. My dh is a professional photographer and we both know what things should look like, and unfortunately, we haven't been super-impressed by most of what we've seen (eyes closed, weird shadows, objects "growing" out of the subjects' heads, etc.).

[mom2zandjsquared]

This is not correct, its $25 for the first session, and $50 for each thereafter. So, I was told our 3 sessions are costing us $125.

Okay you can technically only pay $25 per session if you print off 3 different receipts. They only mark the receipt used and don't note it anywhere else in the system. Photo pass shares have all families doing a photo shoot and are only paying $25 per session - same concept.

[HALEYSMOMMOM]

We are going to try it that way, but since our sessions are back to back at the same resort, I was told by others on this thread it won't work that way. But, really the rules are $25 for the first session, and $50 for each thereafter. I won't lie and say we each purchased a different cd to get the discount. But I will print out the receipt 3 times and see if it works.

[JLKennedy]

It's all speculation. Take for instance the CM at WL told me once "September" is open, you can book all of that month, CM at another location told someone else here, it's 30 days from your session....I don't think they all know very much and shouldn't "gossip" so to speak with customers or potential customers. I am doing 2 sessions and was quoted $25 each (3 parties in our group with sep. cd's).

If the price increases, I will simply provide the date and name of the person I spoke with (anal with details, I write everything down) and demand they honor the price given on the phone.

Don't let this rumor ruin your vacation. And for the MK closing early, that's due to Mickey's Not So Scarey Halloween Party, something that anyone should take into consideration when booking around Sept-Oct. It's closed early 1 night when I'm there, and although tiffed a bit, I understand (tiffed b/c last year it didn't begin as early in the month) and accept that as part of the time of year we chose to go.

[marbella_chris]

I totally understand your disappointment. We've had serious problems with different elements of our upcoming trip, too. It just doesn't feel very "magical", does it? :sad2:

I really wanted to do Christmas Eve pictures in the GF lobby, but I don't think I can bring myself to pay $50 for the quality of what most of the PhotoPass photographers produce. My dh is a professional photographer and we both know what things should look like, and unfortunately, we haven't been super-impressed by most of what we've seen (eyes closed, weird shadows, objects "growing" out of the subjects' heads, etc.).

i'm sorry but for a 'real' pro photoshoot it would cost far more than $50.

i think even at $50 its still exceptional value for money.

i dont know a pro photographer that would shoot for 30 minutes for $50... it would hardly be worth their time and effort

[christa112]

Yeah, I definately won't do it if the sitting fee is $50. $50 for a 1/2 hour I don't think so.

[DiznEeyore]

i'm sorry but for a 'real' pro photoshoot it would cost far more than $50.

i think even at $50 its still exceptional value for money.

i dont know a pro photographer that would shoot for 30 minutes for $50... it would hardly be worth their time and effort

Of course a real professional would charge more than $50. As I said, I'm married to one.

What I'm saying is, in my opinion, the skills of the average PhotoPass photographer don't rate $50 for 20 minutes.

If you think the quality of the shots you get is worth $50, great. But I don't, and I won't be paying it.

[Blessed_wth_Triplets]

I agree...have you done a photopass session before? The photographers are no where near professional...yeah..they have a decent camera...but give me the camera and I could take the same pictures. I will not be paying if the price goes up to $50.

[christa112]

I have to agree. I have worked in the photography industry for over 7 yrs and when you pay a "professional photographer" a sitting fee you are paying for much longer than a 1/2 hour and they pay alot more attention to details that what the photographer's at WDW do. Having seen some of the pictures posted with people standing in the sun and squinting, would not fly with most photographers as well as people who are blinking in their photos, they would take more than one shot to make sure their customers are happy.

Having said that I would be happy to pay a higher price for longer time and more experienced photographer, but don't give me a 16 yr old holding a camera for $50.

I think WDW will see a very big decrease in the photo shoots if they jack their prices up.



Of course a real professional would charge more than $50. As I said, I'm married to one.

What I'm saying is, in my opinion, the skills of the average PhotoPass photographer don't rate $50 for 20 minutes.

If you think the quality of the shots you get is worth $50, great. But I don't, and I won't be paying it.

[wdwmaw]

Just got off the phone with 2 seperate locations and both insured me that the price was not going up to there knowledge. We are booked the first week in Sept.:thumbsup2 Both also said that they are informed of changes and nothing was added through the end of Sept. Hope this is true !!

[DiznEeyore]

Just got off the phone with 2 seperate locations and both insured me that the price was not going up to there knowledge. We are booked the first week in Sept.:thumbsup2 Both also said that they are informed of changes and nothing was added through the end of Sept. Hope this is true !!


I hope so, too! :thumbsup2 Thanks for posting.

I have to say, though, that it never ceases to amaze me that every single person you talk to at Disney seems to have a different answer for the same question. It really is unbelievably aggravating!

[PrincessTiffany]

It's all speculation. Take for instance the CM at WL told me once "September" is open, you can book all of that month, CM at another location told someone else here, it's 30 days from your session....I don't think they all know very much and shouldn't "gossip" so to speak with customers or potential customers. I am doing 2 sessions and was quoted $25 each (3 parties in our group with sep. cd's).

If the price increases, I will simply provide the date and name of the person I spoke with (anal with details, I write everything down) and demand they honor the price given on the phone.

Don't let this rumor ruin your vacation. And for the MK closing early, that's due to Mickey's Not So Scarey Halloween Party, something that anyone should take into consideration when booking around Sept-Oct. It's closed early 1 night when I'm there, and although tiffed a bit, I understand (tiffed b/c last year it didn't begin as early in the month) and accept that as part of the time of year we chose to go.
If the preivous poster is talking about the early closing on October 4, then no it is NOT a MNSSHP. The party was cancelled for that night and the speculation is that it will be a large media event announcing the new 2009 WDW parks promotion.

[ADAMANDLISA]

Now I just got off the phone and the girl I talked to said the price increase IS coming in September, they just haven't announced the date yet.

Also said that training hasn't even been scheduled for AK yet, so it will be a while.:confused3

[Stefy]

I think I will do a photo session just because its Disney, $50 isn't great but its not bad either. It would be alot more expensive in the UK, plus I doubt one could recreate a tropical theme over here, not one that looks authentic anyway.

[lissiesmum]

Don't let this rumor ruin your vacation. And for the MK closing early, that's due to Mickey's Not So Scarey Halloween Party, something that anyone should take into consideration when booking around Sept-Oct. It's closed early 1 night when I'm there, and although tiffed a bit, I understand (tiffed b/c last year it didn't begin as early in the month) and accept that as part of the time of year we chose to go.

Hi, I am already going to the MNSSHP, which is why we're actually going in October. If you check out this link, http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1911758&goto=newpost
you'll see what I'm talking about. MK is closing at 5 o'clock on Oct 4 for reasons unknown to us. That was the only day I had left to spend a full day at MK and see Wishes and Spectromagic (I had already made my ADRs at other parks and this big cancellation on the 4th just came about last week!) I am definitely not the only one affected by this...

[PrincessTiffany]

Has anyone paid their photo session fee with their Disney Rewards card from their Disney Visa?

[DiznEeyore]

Has anyone paid their photo session fee with their Disney Rewards card from their Disney Visa?

I was told that you could; it's just like any other Visa card at WDW. But you can't pre-order your PhotoPass CD with it. The PhotoPass site doesn't accept it for some reason. :confused3

[bear74]

Hey guys

Phoned Photopass Portrait line and was informed that AKL won't be available for another two months as there is no desk set up, once thats in place it takes 4-6wks to getting set/started etc

The CM also informed me that the sit down only price of $25 (if you have preordered the photopass) will be going up in price, most prob between $50-$75 and the other sessions as well will go up, such as the $50 fee without photopass etc. This should be taking effect either at the end of this month or beginning of September. Such a bummer as I wanted to do two sessions :(

bummer

[DRRluvsWDW]

The pictures I have seen are worth $25. We won't be doing the session if it increases to $50. As others have said, the bad lighting misplaced backgrounds, etc, aren't worth more than $50.

Hopefully this change doesn't happen, we have our shirts already...:sad2:

[BirdsOfPreyDave]

Has anyone paid their photo session fee with their Disney Rewards card from their Disney Visa?I didn't, but I'm sure it will work. At Grand Floridian, the photographer at the PhotoPass desk gave me a laminated card with a barcode on it that I had to take into the gift shop to pay the fee. The CM in the gift shop scanned the barcode into her cash register and it was like any other purchase. I charged the $25 to my room key, but I'm sure the rewards card would have also worked.

[marbella_chris]

i think the very fact theyare increasing the price means that there is demand for the product, if they can get away with charging a higher price and people pay it, then they will.

do you think they are concerned about people saying they wont pay an increase? no way, as theres plenty of people that will pay a higher price.

this reminds me of a radio phone in, i once listened to, there were tons of people complaining about an extra booking fee arrangement of £2 (thats $4) for paying with their credit card for stadium and concert bookings. well, its just a fact of life if they can charge more they will.

theres no shortage of people to book the resort photopass session, hence the rollout to other resorts....

from a UK perspective, this is still incredibly cheap due to the weakness of the US Dollar

[PrincessTiffany]

I was told that you could; it's just like any other Visa card at WDW. But you can't pre-order your PhotoPass CD with it. The PhotoPass site doesn't accept it for some reason. :confused3
Great info to know. Thanks!

[christa112]

So I wonder if I book now for Sept and get quoted $25.00 if they will honor $25 if the price goes up? I am going to try it and see what happens. I will let you know what happens.

[DiznEeyore]

i think the very fact theyare increasing the price means that there is demand for the product, if they can get away with charging a higher price and people pay it, then they will.

do you think they are concerned about people saying they wont pay an increase? no way, as theres plenty of people that will pay a higher price.

this reminds me of a radio phone in, i once listened to, there were tons of people complaining about an extra booking fee arrangement of £2 (thats $4) for paying with their credit card for stadium and concert bookings. well, its just a fact of life if they can charge more they will.

theres no shortage of people to book the resort photopass session, hence the rollout to other resorts....

from a UK perspective, this is still incredibly cheap due to the weakness of the US Dollar

Of course there's demand at $25. $25 is a very reasonable price for the quality offered. There's been no shortage of people to book at $25. Not sure there'd be that big rollout if the cost was initially $50 or more. Only time will tell. :confused3

The fact that $50 isn't a big deal to you because your dollar is stronger is fine for you. For many of us living with the "weak" dollar, it's just not worth the price for the quality delivered.

Look, I'm happy that you think it's a deal. But there's no point in trying to convince others that we should pay double or triple the current price for a strictly average product. We'll just have to agree to disagree.

[chris4disney]

Our 30 day mark from the day that we want to book a photo session is a Saturday. Does anyone know if they take calls on Saturday? Or would I have to wait until Monday to call?

[BelleLovesTheBeast]

So I wonder if I book now for Sept and get quoted $25.00 if they will honor $25 if the price goes up? I am going to try it and see what happens. I will let you know what happens.

Please let us know.

I wish they weren't waiting until 30 days out to book. We are going in Oct and I wanted to surprise my DH with this. However I'm not willing to pay $50 for someone who isn't a profession and all of the pictures could turn out horrible.

[Padstack]

Our 30 day mark from the day that we want to book a photo session is a Saturday. Does anyone know if they take calls on Saturday? Or would I have to wait until Monday to call?

I called on a Sunday as was able to get through, so I would think that Saturdays are good, too.

[skipperkim]

Hey guys

Phoned Photopass Portrait line and was informed that AKL won't be available for another two months as there is no desk set up, once thats in place it takes 4-6wks to getting set/started etc

The CM also informed me that the sit down only price of $25 (if you have preordered the photopass) will be going up in price, most prob between $50-$75 and the other sessions as well will go up, such as the $50 fee without photopass etc. This should be taking effect either at the end of this month or beginning of September. Such a bummer as I wanted to do two sessions :(

Correct me if I'm wrong, but wasn't it $49 at one time?

[figment82]

Correct me if I'm wrong, but wasn't it $49 at one time?

I was going to say...are you sure the CM you talked to wasn't just quoting the "full" price, if you don't pre-book the CD? It's $50 for that, so maybe the CM is just confused.
I'm staying at the Beach Club in October, and I had a CM try to convince me yesterday that I should switch my reservation to the Swan or Dolphin or at least BWI if I wanted to be close to EPCOT because I'd have to walk very far around the boardwalk otherwise. (I was just trying to add a room request to the ressie) I was laughing hysterically when I got off the phone - but it just reminded me that not every CM knows everything.

[tiggerbell]

Our 30 day mark from the day that we want to book a photo session is a Saturday. Does anyone know if they take calls on Saturday? Or would I have to wait until Monday to call?

Mine was a Saturday, too... I called at 8:00am Eastern time (they open at that time) and got our session booked! And our session is on a National Holiday - Labor Day!

[marbella_chris]

Of course there's demand at $25. $25 is a very reasonable price for the quality offered. There's been no shortage of people to book at $25. Not sure there'd be that big rollout if the cost was initially $50 or more. Only time will tell. :confused3

The fact that $50 isn't a big deal to you because your dollar is stronger is fine for you. For many of us living with the "weak" dollar, it's just not worth the price for the quality delivered.

Look, I'm happy that you think it's a deal. But there's no point in trying to convince others that we should pay double or triple the current price for a strictly average product. We'll just have to agree to disagree.

i am not trying to convince anyone to pay more....but i am entitled to my opinion without being shouted down...

thats your choice, i just think people are misguided if they think that at $50 theres going to be some mass exodus away from booking a resort photopass session.

listen disney aren't dumb, the very fact they have put these photopass sessions at the 'higher end' resorts where for many (not all) customers, the price is not such a huge issue, then there will ALWAYS be demand at $50.

fair enough, if they put it at all star or pop then i could understand people unwilling with an increase like this

[DiznEeyore]

i am not trying to convince anyone to pay more....but i am entitled to my opinion without being shouted down...


No one's "shouting you down." In fact, I see it as the complete opposite. You are the one who initiated and are perpetuating this exchange.

My initial post (that you replied to quite tersely) wasn't directed at you at all. You popped in and chose to quote me in your reply. You came off as argumentative and implying that those of us who object don't understand business and were silly to object to a doubling or tripling in price.

As I said, we'll have to agree to disagree. Enjoy your photo session. :)

[Praise2Him]

Our 30 day mark from the day that we want to book a photo session is a Saturday. Does anyone know if they take calls on Saturday? Or would I have to wait until Monday to call?

Mine was a Saturday, too... I called at 8:00am Eastern time (they open at that time) and got our session booked! And our session is on a National Holiday - Labor Day!

Yes, I also called on Saturday for Labor Day :)

[stackyallred]

Today is 30 days out from the day we want to have our photo shoot. DH will be calling to reserve soon and we will ask if we can lock in the $25 rate or if because the shoot will be in September we have to pay more (unless the $50 is just a rumor- here's hoping! ;) ). Anyway, I will post what we find out!

[stackyallred]

We just got off the phone with Disney about the Resort Photo Shoots and they confirmed (of course, we know we get different stories from different CMs quite often) that the price is increasing from $25 to $50 beginning in September. However, if your 30-day-until-photo-shoot reservation mark falls before September, you can lock in the $25 rate (ex: our photo shoot is Sept. 15, but we booked today so we still only have to pay $25). So, I am sorry for those who will have to pay more, some of the magic of this deal was getting such a good price. :sad2: However, I hope you all have a great trip with lots of great pics anyway! :cutie:

[wdwmaw]

So I wonder if I book now for Sept and get quoted $25.00 if they will honor $25 if the price goes up? I am going to try it and see what happens. I will let you know what happens.

Last year we did the photoshoot right at the change of them starting to charge. We were told on the phone we would be charged for the photoshoot. Others on here were told they would not be charged and posted they had indeed not been charged. I think they will inform you when there is a change and will let guests know of that change when they call and book. Since that date has not been set they are not bringing it up. When they know then they will inform you when you book that the fee has gone up and what your sitting fee would be.

[wdwmaw]

We just got off the phone with Disney about the Resort Photo Shoots and they confirmed (of course, we know we get different stories from different CMs quite often) that the price is increasing from $25 to $50 beginning in September. However, if your 30-day-until-photo-shoot reservation mark falls before September, you can lock in the $25 rate (ex: our photo shoot is Sept. 15, but we booked today so we still only have to pay $25). So, I am sorry for those who will have to pay more, some of the magic of this deal was getting such a good price. :sad2: However, I hope you all have a great trip with lots of great pics anyway! :cutie:

Thank you for the info. :thumbsup2 Just now catching up with the posts. Thats what I get trying to do this at work:laughing:

[Ohana90]

Well that bites for me :rotfl:
My 30 days is Sepember 1st!!:rotfl2:
if its $50.00 so be it. At least I will have some great shots of my kids. Though they are not professionals they still IMO take some good pictures. Yes some are squinting but if I took the picture no one would be visible.:lmao:
Wish me luck:thumbsup2

[yellowfish78]

Do we know if we can request a photographer?

[TPCShauna]

Do we know if we can request a photographer?

Others have reported that they do not allow this. You can always try. It seems like different people are allowed to do different things.

[TheAdkins']

I am having trouble locating the phone numbers in this thread. Can someone give me the number for Poly? Thanks!

[ADAMANDLISA]

I am having trouble locating the phone numbers in this thread. Can someone give me the number for Poly? Thanks!


407-934-4004

[JLKennedy]

Well, to the person 3 pages back:

Disney's website calendar for Magic Kingdom, shows that the MK is open still from 9-9 on October 4. I would imagine they'd update that information should it really be closing at 5 pm. Did you call to see if Wishes will even be going on that night?

[ChristusG]

Man, that really stinks about the price increase! I was excited to get some snaps of me with my family. I'm a photographer and I was willing to pay $25 just so that I can be in the photos too, since I'm always the one behind the lens. But $50....I dont know about that. The quality of the photos is not very good, not sure if it is worth $50.

I'm sure that the general public will be more than willing to pay $50 for family photographs. Most do not know what truly makes a good photograph. A photographer or someone who knows about cameras will be able to spot it immediately.

[kieras nana]

Well, to the person 3 pages back:

Disney's website calendar for Magic Kingdom, shows that the MK is open still from 9-9 on October 4. I would imagine they'd update that information should it really be closing at 5 pm. Did you call to see if Wishes will even be going on that night?

its definately closing,as people have had their ADRs cancelled.although no-one seems to know why & no they haven't updated their calendar yet.the MNSSHP,has also been cancelled.

[mainstreet1997]

Okay so I think weve decided were doing this for our trip in February (my Dad's anniversary gift to my mom)...now to pick what color(s) to wear LOL. Our DVC home is Boardwalk and obviously they arent doing sittings there (yet) so we were wondering if Beach Club would be an option for us and they would take pictures of us on the beack with the Boardwalk behind us. More pictures please! LOL

Katie

[Dixie Luvr 98]

These are from the Beach Club on Aug 3. All of our shots were done outside. (The lobby was packed and both stairways were closed and being worked on.) We ran into the squinting problems esp. with the youngest! The photographer spent nearly an hour with us and we got approx 60 shots.

http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b77/SGorby/image48.jpg
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[Dixie Luvr 98]

Few more:) We were actually pleased that all of the shots were outside. We got shots of both the Yacht & Beach Clubs as well as the BoardWalk.

http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b77/SGorby/image81.jpg
http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b77/SGorby/image75.jpg
http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b77/SGorby/image93.jpg

http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b77/SGorby/image56.jpg
http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b77/SGorby/image70.jpg
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[disneymomof2boyz]

Loved the Beach Club photos....now I am very indecisive on where to have our picture taken!

[micandminforever]

Thanks for the Beach Club pictures. My favorite is the picture of your children behind the trees.

[pmama]

ditto on the shot behind the trees. It is absolutely adorable. A treasure for sure.:goodvibes

[mainstreet1997]

Oh nice! Can you make any special requests like all outdoor pictures (particularly with BW in the background?"

[nobodies36]

Thanks for posting the BC pics.

[Dixie Luvr 98]

Thanks for the Beach Club pictures. My favorite is the picture of your children behind the trees.
ditto on the shot behind the trees. It is absolutely adorable. A treasure for sure.
Thanks! I like that one as well.:) It's my background on my computer right now!

Oh nice! Can you make any special requests like all outdoor pictures (particularly with BW in the background?"

Shouldn't be a problem. The photographer was snapping shots pretty quickly. But she took several with the BoardWalk in the background after we mentioned in was our other favorite resort and was willing to take a few with my son's good friend who is attending school in Orlando and was spending the day with us.:sunny:

[pjstevens]

Thanks for sharing your Beach Club shots. Your kids have amazing eyes! Love all of them and how nice you got your sons friend in a shot.

[scanne]

I love your BC photos!!! I can't wait to have our session now (as long as "Fay" doesn't become a major threat and we get to WDW at all :confused: ).

And the tree picture is AWESOME!

[Pinky166]

Great BC photo's. :thumbsup2


Has anyone got any Wilderness Lodge photo's they are willing to share?

[Lady Lallie]

I am eagerly awaiting some Wilderness Lodge photos as well. We have our session there on August 31st. :goodvibes

[BelleLovesTheBeast]

Thanks for sharing the BC photos!

[heath-and-javens-mom]

I am eagerly awaiting some Wilderness Lodge photos as well. We have our session there on August 31st. :goodvibes
Im waiting with you! we do ours on Sept 5th!:goodvibes

[bigbabyblues]

Thanks for sharing the BC pics!

[DRRluvsWDW]

I am eagerly awaiting some Wilderness Lodge photos as well. We have our session there on August 31st. :goodvibes

Please post your photos, I am so happy WL has been added! I have rearranged our ADRs to be able to have our photos there. The backgrounds sound beautiful!
Enjoy your trip!:)

[mom2jcc]

What color shirts are you guys planning to wear for WL?

[Lady Lallie]

Please post your photos, I am so happy WL has been added! I have rearranged our ADRs to be able to have our photos there. The backgrounds sound beautiful!
Enjoy your trip!:)As soon as I get my CD back, I will post them.

What color shirts are you guys planning to wear for WL?
I haven't decided yet. I actually took some pictures of the color combos to see what I like best. :lmao:

[DRRluvsWDW]

We are wearing blue shirts from Lands End, they are all the same shade. Not sure, but thinking about denim on the bottom.:)

[scarlett24]

We are planning on doing a family photo session in December instead on getting the kids Christmas pix done at Sears. Can't decide between the GF and WL b/c both are really nicely decorated for Christmas. Anyone have any opinion or experience with the holiday theme. Thanks in advance. Mary

[daisylove]

anyone know if the resorts will be decorated the week before thanksgiving? Thats when we will be there for our photo shot andI would love for the decorations for Christmas to be apart ofthe theme.

[pjstevens]

anyone know if the resorts will be decorated the week before thanksgiving? Thats when we will be there for our photo shot andI would love for the decorations for Christmas to be apart ofthe theme.

I think they will be mostly if not completely decorated. Immediately after MNSSHP those decorations come down and it's time for Christmas.

[Pinky166]

Im waiting with you! we do ours on Sept 5th!:goodvibes

Hi Farrah - at least I will get to see yours in your TR! :thumbsup2

[ADAMANDLISA]

Word is they will start on Sept. 13th, but they are NOT booking yet! Also heard that backgrounds won't be as good (as other 5 resorts) until Kidani Village opens.:thumbsup2

[pjstevens]

Just called and got an appointment for the Poly at 6:30 on the 13th of September. Now if I could only get a dining reservation at the Poly that evening, but doesn't look like that is happening. I was debating with the Poly and the Beach Club but decided the Poly will fit in with our Tropical vow renewal aboard the Disney Wonder earlier that week.

[cherbear]

I have a question. Do you pay for the session over the phone when you make the call? Or do you pay when you arrive there for it?

can anyone answer this for me? :confused3

[pjstevens]

can anyone answer this for me? :confused3

You pay for the session when you arrive and check in. No cc needed to reserve, but if you are not going to show, please cancel.

[chris4disney]

can anyone answer this for me? :confused3

I bet that if these sessions become more popular (and apparently they have since they're adding other resorts) that eventually they may take a credit card over the phone and charge it if you are a "no show". :confused3

[zoemurr]

here for an hour looking at these and deciding to do it. I guess later is probably better.. as long as the kids are still up for it. Not sure how to schedule it into our day either.. but I'll go look.

What I'm afraid of is DDs glasses. When we did her BBB photo shoot I asked the photographer to be careful of the glare, but it is in almost every one of them. Did you have a lot of photos ruined by glasses glare? It drives me nuts! I have even gone as far as popping her lenses out when we have pix done...but I don't want to do that too many times. (and no.. I don't want her to take them off.. it just wouldn't look right either..)

did anyone have a problem with this too?

[pjstevens]

What I'm afraid of is DDs glasses. When we did her BBB photo shoot I asked the photographer to be careful of the glare, but it is in almost every one of them. did anyone have a problem with this too?


My dd wore glasses from the time she was 3 years old. The ONLY time she did not have a glare was when the photographer would 'bounce' the flash. Your best bet are outside photos with no flash. DD is now 20 and has been in contacts for a long time. It's just something I dealt with when she was smaller. Now a days, you can probably photoshop that glare out (but I'm not sure since we haven't had that problem for a while).

[MikeAidanEoinMom]

here for an hour looking at these and deciding to do it. I guess later is probably better.. as long as the kids are still up for it. Not sure how to schedule it into our day either.. but I'll go look.

What I'm afraid of is DDs glasses. When we did her BBB photo shoot I asked the photographer to be careful of the glare, but it is in almost every one of them. Did you have a lot of photos ruined by glasses glare? It drives me nuts! I have even gone as far as popping her lenses out when we have pix done...but I don't want to do that too many times. (and no.. I don't want her to take them off.. it just wouldn't look right either..)

did anyone have a problem with this too?

We did the poly at 11 am and the sun Was HORRIBLE!!!!! The outside pictures did not turn out.IT was not the photographers fault it was just too sunny. We did get a wonderful picture in front of the waterfall.....but you wouold need the flash in that and would get a glare I would think. We had the same problem with my oldest when he was little. He wears contacts now so not a problem

[PrincessTiffany]

anyone know if the resorts will be decorated the week before thanksgiving? Thats when we will be there for our photo shot andI would love for the decorations for Christmas to be apart ofthe theme.
The Christmas decorations start going up about 10 days after Halloween . . . sad, but true! They are usually all up the week before Thanksgiving.

[RadioFanatic]

What color shirts are you guys planning to wear for WL?

We decided on navy polos for dh and I with khaki pants and 7 month DS will wear a navy and red striped polo shirt with khaki's - we're at WL on 9/6.

[cherbear]

You pay for the session when you arrive and check in. No cc needed to reserve, but if you are not going to show, please cancel.

I bet that if these sessions become more popular (and apparently they have since they're adding other resorts) that eventually they may take a credit card over the phone and charge it if you are a "no show". :confused3

geez...what did I do? Shoot me why don't ya. :confused3 I only wanted to know because I have a Disney gift card coming in the mail from Sunshine Rewards and I was hoping to pay using that, but it's not here yet and I'm ready to book the session.

Thanks for the info.

[chris4disney]

geez...what did I do? Shoot me why don't ya. :confused3 I only wanted to know because I have a Disney gift card coming in the mail from Sunshine Rewards and I was hoping to pay using that, but it's not here yet and I'm ready to book the session.

Thanks for the info.

Cherbear, I didn't make the comment about "no shows" directly at you. I was simply stating what I think it may come to since these sessions are becoming so popular. :flower3: I'm surprised that they don't already request credit cards for reservations.

[Ducky4Disney]

I just scrolled through 63 pages to see SSR pics :surfweb: .... and there aren't any!:headache:

WAH!

No SSR pics yet? Anyone? Please? Pretty Please?

D4D

[daisylove]

The Christmas decorations start going up about 10 days after Halloween . . . sad, but true! They are usually all up the week before Thanksgiving.

Thanks. Thatis what I am hoping. Now to decide which location.

[OneTreeHillAddict]

i'm sorry but for a 'real' pro photoshoot it would cost far more than $50.

i think even at $50 its still exceptional value for money.

i dont know a pro photographer that would shoot for 30 minutes for $50... it would hardly be worth their time and effort

Heck yeah it would! I charge $149 for 10 portraits on a disc and that's a "special". But, you get what you pay for. The pictures are just fine for the price.

One thing to keep in mind when booking these Disney sessions is time of day. Make sure you're close to sunrise or sunset for the best pictures. This avoids the sun beating down on your face and that "glowing" effect, not to mention squinting eyes. It wont hurt to check your "pose" for shadows and objects either. The photopass people are hit and miss. Some haven't a clue what they're doing while others are great. It doesn't hurt to check out the scene yourself. :thumbsup2

Photopass is a bargain for $99 (when purchased in advance) and if I didn't do this for a living I'd definitely do a resort shoot! $25 is a steal! (Even $50) Last Summer the Resort shoots were free if you purchased the PP so people must be booking them!

[marbella_chris]

Heck yeah it would! I charge $149 for 10 portraits on a disc and that's a "special". But, you get what you pay for. The pictures are just fine for the price.

One thing to keep in mind when booking these Disney sessions is time of day. Make sure you're close to sunrise or sunset for the best pictures. This avoids the sun beating down on your face and that "glowing" effect, not to mention squinting eyes. It wont hurt to check your "pose" for shadows and objects either. The photopass people are hit and miss. Some haven't a clue what they're doing while others are great. It doesn't hurt to check out the scene yourself. :thumbsup2

Photopass is a bargain for $99 (when purchased in advance) and if I didn't do this for a living I'd definitely do a resort shoot! $25 is a steal! (Even $50) Last Summer the Resort shoots were free if you purchased the PP so people must be booking them!

well said, i agree with your comments 100%

[PrincessMommyof3]

Few more:) We were actually pleased that all of the shots were outside. We got shots of both the Yacht & Beach Clubs as well as the BoardWalk.
http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b77/SGorby/image75.jpg
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All your pictures were nice but this was the most creative. What a great shot!

:goodvibes Thank your Marine son and may God Bless and watch over him always. :goodvibes

[pmama]

Just scheduled our shoot for the Poly on Sept. 18th!! I'm a little nervous because the guy booking the shoot did not speak very good English. I couldn't understand him very well either. It was also very noisy in the background. Has anyone had problems w/ the scheduled shoot? I didn't get a confirmation time. I'll probably call back latter this afternoon to confirm. Hopefully I'll get someone who I can understand a little better.;)

[abc999]

I scheduled my shoot at the Beach Club for 9/21 today :) The CM told me that I had to wait 2 more days and when I said that I thought I could schedule 30 days before check-in, he let me book. :cool1: :banana: :yay:

[jeffreynmichelle]

I scheduled my shoot at the Beach Club for 9/21 today :) The CM told me that I had to wait 2 more days and when I said that I thought I could schedule 30 days before check-in, he let me book. :cool1: :banana: :yay:

I was hoping to have the same luck as you. Was trying to book a shoot on 9/21 at the Poly, but was still told to call back in a couple of days. Glad you were able to book! ;)

[Lizzy Lemon]

yeah! course i have, i am with DVC so i have toll free numbers anyway.

if they offer to take my booking on the principle of international call rates then why would i refuse???

they were the ones that specified about call rates not me, but i am sure as hell going to make sure that i get the booking that i want by calling as soon aspossible to make a reservation.

only a mug would say "oh dont worry about the call rates, i'll ring back in 5 days time"

There is no need for sarcasm, I was just pointing out us in the UK do not need to have expensive phone calls. How was I to know you had a toll free number and you would take advantage of a CM's generosity.

[marbella_chris]

There is no need for sarcasm, I was just pointing out us in the UK do not need to have expensive phone calls. How was I to know you had a toll free number and you would take advantage of a CM's generosity.

stop being so touchy for crying out loud, and for your information i took advantage of no one, i simply called and they let me reserve there and then without me having to manipulate the situation.

i do not appreciate you twisting the comment that i in some way influenced a decision a CM had already made!!!

[TheDisneyBunch]

Heck yeah it would! I charge $149 for 10 portraits on a disc and that's a "special". But, you get what you pay for. The pictures are just fine for the price.

One thing to keep in mind when booking these Disney sessions is time of day. Make sure you're close to sunrise or sunset for the best pictures. This avoids the sun beating down on your face and that "glowing" effect, not to mention squinting eyes. It wont hurt to check your "pose" for shadows and objects either. The photopass people are hit and miss. Some haven't a clue what they're doing while others are great. It doesn't hurt to check out the scene yourself. :thumbsup2

Photopass is a bargain for $99 (when purchased in advance) and if I didn't do this for a living I'd definitely do a resort shoot! $25 is a steal! (Even $50) Last Summer the Resort shoots were free if you purchased the PP so people must be booking them!

Totally agree with you! These are not pro pics but for the price they are sure cute and nice to have pics of the whole family. PLUS, if you are any good with photoshop you can make them look even better.. :thumbsup2

I am a photographer too so I am having a hard time convincing dh that we should do this next month.. He does not get why I would want to pay a non pro to do our pics? Well...I guess so I can BE IN THEM and they will be at Disney..haha I am taking my tripod this trip though so maybe I will do them myself and set the timer and jump in.. ;)

I don't know if we will do it or not really..we won't even have my youngest with us so it won't feel much like a "family shoot" anyway, but it would be something fun to do.

Definitely to anyone booking..avoid the mid day shoots..the sun is killer! Go for really early morning or just around sunset for the best outdoor shots! :thumbsup2 Really watch your lighting and move yourself around if you have to if the spot you are in is no good..lol ;)

[OneTreeHillAddict]

Totally agree with you! These are not pro pics but for the price they are sure cute and nice to have pics of the whole family. PLUS, if you are any good with photoshop you can make them look even better.. :thumbsup2

I am a photographer too so I am having a hard time convincing dh that we should do this next month.. He does not get why I would want to pay a non pro to do our pics? Well...I guess so I can BE IN THEM and they will be at Disney..haha I am taking my tripod this trip though so maybe I will do them myself and set the timer and jump in.. ;)

I don't know if we will do it or not really..we won't even have my youngest with us so it won't feel much like a "family shoot" anyway, but it would be something fun to do.

Definitely to anyone booking..avoid the mid day shoots..the sun is killer! Go for really early morning or just around sunset for the best outdoor shots! :thumbsup2 Really watch your lighting and move yourself around if you have to if the spot you are in is no good..lol ;)

I buy the Photopass...it never hurts to have extra pics just in case. (Plus they have cute borders you can add!) Last year I had two cameras mess up in a 2 day period so I had to go buy a new one while in FL. This was during the PPP so I was happy to have my Photopass in that case. I'm just too picky to do the resort thing. I'll be doing resort photos this time mostly of my kids but like you said, some with the tripod too. What part of NC are you fron? I have a cousin named Amanda in NC...

[kimsuenew]

I am sooooooo excited... I just booked the Poly on September 19th for a Photo session! :thumbsup2 I was surprised my resort/package reservation number and/or credit card was not needed, she only ask for our name and cell number.

We have not had a family photo is years! I am hoping for one really good family photo... anything else will be a bonus! :goodvibes

She did tell me that I needed to bring the emailed PP CD pre-purchase receipt to show the Photographer, and that the session cost will be "1/2 off, $25.00" (so I take it we beat the price increase)? :confused3

Does anyone that has done the Poly shoot have any pointers? What color of clothing works best? Is there any "can't miss" spot there? Do they only photograph your party outside or are there inside shots?

Thank you! :flower3:

[macheath]

We did our WL photo shoot on Monday. I felt the pictures turned out pretty good. TS Faye was rolling in when we did the shoot- no rain, it was very cloudy. So, I will end up having to do some work on Photoshop with the pics to adjust the brightness.
The photo session consisted of our family and my BIL's family. The mom's wore yellow shirts, the Dad's wore light green shirts, the young boys wore navy blue shirts and everyone wore khaki shorts. The young girls wore matching outfits that were a plaid print of blue, green and white.

The color combos turned out very good. When I get the CD in the mail, I will post some pics.

[kimsuenew]

This is a huge thread and I admit to not reading it all... I pretty much looked for "picture posts" to see the photos that have been taken. If this has been ask and answered, I missed it... please accept my apology! :flower3:

My question is this... do you/did you tip the Photopass Photographer and if so, how much? I would think yes, and 20%... but do not know for sure!

Thanks!

[MikeAidanEoinMom]

I am sooooooo excited... I just booked the Poly on September 19th for a Photo session! :thumbsup2 I was surprised my resort/package reservation number and/or credit card was not needed, she only ask for our name and cell number.

We have not had a family photo is years! I am hoping for one really good family photo... anything else will be a bonus! :goodvibes

She did tell me that I needed to bring the emailed PP CD pre-purchase receipt to show the Photographer, and that the session cost will be "1/2 off, $25.00" (so I take it we beat the price increase)? :confused3

Does anyone that has done the Poly shoot have any pointers? What color of clothing works best? Is there any "can't miss" spot there? Do they only photograph your party outside or are there inside shots?

Thank you! :flower3:

We wore red shirts.... our outside shots did not turn out so good the sun was too bright . They did take some pictures in front of the waterfall and one of those is my favorite. Everyone looks good no squinting....I loved the background outside but if I had to do it again I would book when the sun is not so bright.
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[pmama]

This whole squinting issue seems to come up a lot. It's making me nervous. We scheduled our shoot for 9:30 a.m. I didn't think I'd get them all up and out for an 8 a.m. shoot since we plan to be at Fantasmic the night before. Is the sun going to be bright at 9:30?

[kimsuenew]

We wore red shirts.... our outside shots did not turn out so good the sun was too bright . They did take some pictures in front of the waterfall and one of those is my favorite. Everyone looks good no squinting....I loved the background outside but if I had to do it again I would book when the sun is not so bright.

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Thanks for your response, I appreciate it! :flower3:

The red shirts look great! I had thought of white initially, but I love the reds... it fits the Poly decor (compliments it)!

The pictures are all good! I do like the waterfall pictures, thank you for sharing! :goodvibes Did you provide the leis, or did they? They are a nice touch! :goodvibes

May I ask what time you scheduled for? I may have to change my booking time to keep from squinting, I had not taken that into account I guess... I was simply trying to find somewhere to fit a session in!

[MikeAidanEoinMom]

Thanks for your response, I appreciate it! :flower3:

The red shirts look great! I had thought of white initially, but I love the reds... it fits the Poly decor (compliments it)!

The pictures are all good! I do like the waterfall pictures, thank you for sharing! :goodvibes Did you provide the leis, or did they? They are a nice touch! :goodvibes

May I ask what time you scheduled for? I may have to change my booking time to keep from squinting, I had not taken that into account I guess... I was simply trying to find somewhere to fit a session in!

I brought the Leis from home. Our time was 11:15 am ...in July not a very wise time choice but it was the only time we could really do it without messing up everything :) HTH

[DRRluvsWDW]

We did our WL photo shoot on Monday. I felt the pictures turned out pretty good. TS Faye was rolling in when we did the shoot- no rain, it was very cloudy. So, I will end up having to do some work on Photoshop with the pics to adjust the brightness.
The photo session consisted of our family and my BIL's family. The mom's wore yellow shirts, the Dad's wore light green shirts, the young boys wore navy blue shirts and everyone wore khaki shorts. The young girls wore matching outfits that were a plaid print of blue, green and white.

The color combos turned out very good. When I get the CD in the mail, I will post some pics.

I am looking forward to your WL pictures, thanks for sharing!:)

[TheDisneyBunch]

I buy the Photopass...it never hurts to have extra pics just in case. (Plus they have cute borders you can add!) Last year I had two cameras mess up in a 2 day period so I had to go buy a new one while in FL. This was during the PPP so I was happy to have my Photopass in that case. I'm just too picky to do the resort thing. I'll be doing resort photos this time mostly of my kids but like you said, some with the tripod too. What part of NC are you fron? I have a cousin named Amanda in NC...

Oh yes, definitely! :) We did it last year and I am hooked. It is so nice having those extra shots and not worrying about handing my camera off all the time if I want to get in some of the pics! :) I think I would die if my camera broke while at Disney! EEK! This year I am getting brave and even taking the big ole tripod to do some night shots which I am totally excited about. :thumbsup2

I think we might pass on the resort session and just get a couple of us together using the tripod at Riverside since that is where we will be staying. :)

I am just south of Raleigh, btw. :thumbsup2

[DiznEeyore]

This is a huge thread and I admit to not reading it all... I pretty much looked for "picture posts" to see the photos that have been taken. If this has been ask and answered, I missed it... please accept my apology! :flower3:

My question is this... do you/did you tip the Photopass Photographer and if so, how much? I would think yes, and 20%... but do not know for sure!

Thanks!

This was asked on a different thread, and several people said when they tried to tip, the photographers refused them. HTH!

[CEK40]

Hello, :wave2:
I have been reading :surfweb: all the post here and was wondering if there is a special thread of post that will explain all the "ins and outs" for the Photopass. I have used the Photopass on some of our other visits but only for the photographers that are scattered throughout the parks. You have the photos taken, then you can purchase the whole CD when you get ready to leave. Well, since my last visit you now can pre-order the CD and also make arrangements to get Resort Photo Sessions done. WOW so much has changed. :eek:

DH and I are going to WDW 10/25-11/2 staying at WL for our Anniversary and our first ever "no family with us" trip. We are also going to the MNSSHP on 10/28, can't believe I can Trick-a-Treat at 52. :yay:

So, if anyone out there would be kind enough to help me or direct me in the right spot I would greatly appreciate it. :thanks:

I don't care how many visits you make there is always something new and improved out there. Thank goodness for these boards to help inform you. Everyone here is GREAT! :disrocks:

[GoofySon'sMom]

CEK40, here is a great site with a ton of info on photopass:

http://www.stitchkingdom.com/disneysphotopass/

Have fun trick or treating! :cool1:

[gabbyrosebud]

Hello, :wave2:
I have been reading :surfweb: all the post here and was wondering if there is a special thread of post that will explain all the "ins and outs" for the Photopass. I have used the Photopass on some of our other visits but only for the photographers that are scattered throughout the parks. You have the photos taken, then you can purchase the whole CD when you get ready to leave. Well, since my last visit you now can pre-order the CD and also make arrangements to get Resort Photo Sessions done. WOW so much has changed. :eek:

Here you go! This will answer all of your questions. :goodvibes It's a fellow Disers website. His name is bradk and he's very helpful to all of us. I love his website! :thumbsup2

http://www.stitchkingdom.com/disneysphotopass/

[OneTreeHillAddict]

Oh yes, definitely! :) We did it last year and I am hooked. It is so nice having those extra shots and not worrying about handing my camera off all the time if I want to get in some of the pics! :) I think I would die if my camera broke while at Disney! EEK! This year I am getting brave and even taking the big ole tripod to do some night shots which I am totally excited about. :thumbsup2

I think we might pass on the resort session and just get a couple of us together using the tripod at Riverside since that is where we will be staying. :)

I am just south of Raleigh, btw. :thumbsup2

They all live in Thomasville. I HATE that place. :lmao: Raleigh's fun though. I have a good friend that lives there. I've never tried to take pro shots while on vaca. I might do some this time. I'm bringing the good lens! My cousins hubby (he's on here somewhere) has some of the best pictures ever taken at Disney. He should do advertising for them! When we go we're going going going the whole time. :rotfl2:

[TheAdkins']

I am sooooooo excited... I just booked the Poly on September 19th for a Photo session! :thumbsup2 I was surprised my resort/package reservation number and/or credit card was not needed, she only ask for our name and cell number.

We have not had a family photo is years! I am hoping for one really good family photo... anything else will be a bonus! :goodvibes

She did tell me that I needed to bring the emailed PP CD pre-purchase receipt to show the Photographer, and that the session cost will be "1/2 off, $25.00" (so I take it we beat the price increase)? :confused3

Does anyone that has done the Poly shoot have any pointers? What color of clothing works best? Is there any "can't miss" spot there? Do they only photograph your party outside or are there inside shots?

Thank you! :flower3:

We are also scheduled for 9/19 at Poly. Our time is 9:00am. We are going with red shirts and khaki shorts for our photos. I hope they turn out well. This will be our last day and I'm afraid the kids will be a little tired.

[seashellmom]

We are also scheduled for 9/19 at Poly. Our time is 9:00am. We are going with red shirts and khaki shorts for our photos. I hope they turn out well. This will be our last day and I'm afraid the kids will be a little tired.

We did the photo shoot on Aug 14 at 9:30 am and it went very well. The day was overcast and it worked out b/c we were not squinting and it was not so hot.The photographer was very patient and took 50-70 shots. Some were inside, some were outside, my 2 dd together and alone and some of just me and my dh. We all wore aqua/turquoise color tops and white shorts. I've ordered the cd but do not have the pics to post yet. I hope to be able to use one or more of these shots for our Christmas cards so I don't have to do anymore pics this year. I think it is well worth the money!:banana:

[stepdisney]

DH and I are going to WDW 10/25-11/2 staying at WL for our Anniversary and our first ever "no family with us" trip. We are also going to the MNSSHP on 10/28, can't believe I can Trick-a-Treat at 52. :yay:






WL is a beautiful place. They didn't have photo sessions last year when we stayed there so don't forget to take advantage of that. Have a great time Trick-OR-Treating (it's all about the CANDY not matter what age!!):thumbsup2

[DoOverDreams]

We did our WL photo shoot on Monday. I felt the pictures turned out pretty good. TS Faye was rolling in when we did the shoot- no rain, it was very cloudy. So, I will end up having to do some work on Photoshop with the pics to adjust the brightness.
The photo session consisted of our family and my BIL's family. The mom's wore yellow shirts, the Dad's wore light green shirts, the young boys wore navy blue shirts and everyone wore khaki shorts. The young girls wore matching outfits that were a plaid print of blue, green and white.

The color combos turned out very good. When I get the CD in the mail, I will post some pics.

Hey, we saw you guys on Monday at the WL! You all looked fantastic in your matching/coordinating outfits. The girls were adorable! I can't wait to see how the pictures turn out.

[jewelshouse]

I am so excited I just booked a photo session at the GF for 6 p.m. we have never done it before :cool1:

[Olivia'sMom]

Is this another change or an uninformed CM?

I called this morning and made our appt. for Sept 21 at the Poly. I asked about price staying at 25.00 and she said that it may be a set price and put me on hold. When she came back she said we were fine, but it was going to go to a set price. She couldn't tell when the change would take place, but said it would be 150.00 for the shoot to include a package of printed photos and and 199.00 for the shoot and photopass CD. She did sound new. Has anyone else heard this or is this one of those times when a CM just doesn't know?

I want to do this again in Jan. but for 150.00 I will be rethinking it.

[DiznEeyore]

Is this another change or an uninformed CM?

I called this morning and made our appt. for Sept 21 at the Poly. I asked about price staying at 25.00 and she said that it may be a set price and put me on hold. When she came back she said we were fine, but it was going to go to a set price. She couldn't tell when the change would take place, but said it would be 150.00 for the shoot to include a package of printed photos and and 199.00 for the shoot and photopass CD. She did sound new. Has anyone else heard this or is this one of those times when a CM just doesn't know?


Oh my gosh. That's a new one!!

What I wouldn't give for some consistency with the CMs! How is anyone supposed to know what the actual deal is if they keep giving out different stories? Have they not heard of training or mass-distribution of employee memos at WDW? :confused:

[macheath]

Hey, we saw you guys on Monday at the WL! You all looked fantastic in your matching/coordinating outfits. The girls were adorable! I can't wait to see how the pictures turn out.

Thank You! My SIL and I spent half a day yesterday reviewing our pics on Photopass website. I have to say I am pleasantly surprised. I hate all the photos that include myself! but that's nothing new. :rotfl: Our photographer took around 70 pics. The coloring is way too bright, but I can probably fix that on Photoshop.

I thought the colors did rather well with the landscape (we'd never been to WL before, so we didn't know when we picked out the clothes). Soon as I get the CD in the mail, I will share with everyone! (the wait is almost as bad as waiting for the trip!)

[ADAMANDLISA]

I thought the colors did rather well with the landscape (we'd never been to WL before, so we didn't know when we picked out the clothes). Soon as I get the CD in the mail, I will share with everyone! (the wait is almost as bad as waiting for the trip!)

Sorry if you already posted this, but I was wondering what colors you wore in your photo shoot?:goodvibes

[macheath]

Sorry if you already posted this, but I was wondering what colors you wore in your photo shoot?:goodvibes
Hi, AdamandLisa:

The dads wore light green polos, the moms wore yellow shirts and the young boys wore navy blue polos. Everyone wore khaki shorts or capris. The little girls had on matching outfits of blue, green and white plaid.

I will say, the yellow stood out against the browns/greens of WL very well. The navy blue and white did too.

Heather

[ADAMANDLISA]

Hi, AdamandLisa:

The dads wore light green polos, the moms wore yellow shirts and the young boys wore navy blue polos. Everyone wore khaki shorts or capris. The little girls had on matching outfits of blue, green and white plaid.

I will say, the yellow stood out against the browns/greens of WL very well. The navy blue and white did too.

Heather

Thank you so much! We are scheduled for Sept. 2nd! So excited to explore the WL!:goodvibes

Lisa

[Ellajoan]

We did the photoshoot at the GF on Monday night. I was underwhelmed with the photographer and the poses. We did not get a good shot of the whole family, I'm afraid. We did get a good shot of my hubby and me, and me the the kids together, but overall I just felt like it was "kamikaze" photography (taking multiple pictures of the same pose without any regard for our expressions or how we were posed). I am sure if I photoshop some I could get an ok one. I wasn't expecting fabulous, but I think I was expecting better. I'll post pictures when I can.

[DiznEeyore]

We did the photoshoot at the GF on Monday night. I was underwhelmed with the photographer and the poses. We did not get a good shot of the whole family, I'm afraid. We did get a good shot of my hubby and me, and me the the kids together, but overall I just felt like it was "kamikaze" photography (taking multiple pictures of the same pose without any regard for our expressions or how we were posed). I am sure if I photoshop some I could get an ok one. I wasn't expecting fabulous, but I think I was expecting better. I'll post pictures when I can.

I'm so sorry to hear that the experience wasn't what you were hoping for.

Unfortunately, what you posted is my main objection to them doubling the price for the photo sessions - the photographers just aren't good enough. :(

[scrappinmom]

I agree...I was all set to call when my 30 day mark hit for a spot at BC or the Poly....but not for another $50! Especially when the chances of getting a great photog are what maybe 1 in 10? If the price is gonna go up so much, we should at least be able to request a specific photographer......

oh well, guess I can find something else to spend the $25 on!

[MissionMouse]

Thank you so much! We are scheduled for Sept. 2nd! So excited to explore the WL!:goodvibes Lisa I am not sure if you asked about the colors since macheath cited the colors were to bright. This sounds like the photographer may have shot the photos in VI or VI+ (vivid or more vivid) optimize mode which intensifies colors. You could ask the photo shoot member to shoot the photos in normal optimize mode.

[MissionMouse]

I'm so sorry to hear that the experience wasn't what you were hoping for. Unfortunately, what you posted is my main objection to them doubling the price for the photo sessions - the photographers just aren't good enough. :(That is because the word photographer is used very loosely and people falsely assocaite their skill set to translate to professional photographer....which their not.

[gshumaker]

Price going up on Monday per this thread - -http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?p=27081539

You may want to book today if you are less than 30 days out.

[pmama]

Wow, for once I was fortunate. We just booked ours on Sunday. :cool1: I hope it's true that they will honor the $25.

[DiznEeyore]

That is because the word photographer is used very loosely and people falsely assocaite their skill set to translate to professional photographer....which their not.

Exactly. ::yes::

My dh is bringing his professional stuff and we're going to do our own photos on the beach w/a tripod and remote. ;)

If Disney hadn't made the decision to (apparently) TRIPLE the price, they'd have at least gotten my $99 + $25 ... now they get NOTHING.

[Doug7856]

Exactly. ::yes::

My dh is bringing his professional stuff and we're going to do our own photos on the beach w/a tripod and remote. ;)

If Disney hadn't made the decision to (apparently) TRIPLE the price, they'd have at least gotten my $99 + $25 ... now they get NOTHING.

Yea, I was sold on the $25 deal, now I just think I'll do the tripod and skip the whole photopass CD.

[jeffreynmichelle]

I called and made an appt at the Poly today and was told that the AKL should be up and running soon. The CM they have already started taking appts and that she had the phone # but couldn't find it. I'm really hoping somoene has it so I can try to book by Monoday....incase the price increase rumor is true.

Has anybody gotten the AKL phone #?

Thanks!

[TPCShauna]

Hi, AdamandLisa:

The dads wore light green polos, the moms wore yellow shirts and the young boys wore navy blue polos. Everyone wore khaki shorts or capris. The little girls had on matching outfits of blue, green and white plaid.

I will say, the yellow stood out against the browns/greens of WL very well. The navy blue and white did too.

Heather

I am so happy to hear that navy blue works at WL. DH and I can't do yellow or white and I've been trying to figure out what to wear. This is GREAT news!

[TPCShauna]

I just called to confirm the price increase and I was told $150 with no pre-order or $75 with the pre-order.

I'm really going to have to think hard about this. I would pay at least $125 for a sitting fee plus the cost of the individual prints if I got pro-pics done around here. For $75, we would get the sitting fee AND all of the pics but they aren't pro quality. They ARE at Disney, though so that is the good thing.

I'm torn!

[J&K'sPrincessMommy]

ITA, $75 is a bit much. :(
So, if I am understanding correctly it would be $99+$75? $174?!?

Plus, I was looking at stitchkingdom and read, If you choose to get the PhotoCD, you can save your receipt and CD and exchange it later on during your vacation for a new PhotoCD containing all of your Disney's PhotoPass images.The only catch is you won't be able to make enhancements to any of the photos... Does that mean no Tink or Baby Simba in the photos?

[jeffreynmichelle]

I called and made an appt at the Poly today and was told that the AKL should be up and running soon. The CM they have already started taking appts and that she had the phone # but couldn't find it. I'm really hoping somoene has it so I can try to book by Monoday....incase the price increase rumor is true.

Has anybody gotten the AKL phone #?

Thanks!

Just an FYI for anyone else wanting to know. I called a few other resorts today trying to find info on AKL. I was finally told Saratoga Springs was taking ressies for AKL.....ended up just being for CMs. I asked her about the price increase and she said if I waited to book the AKL I would be charged the higher amount ($75), but if I book somewhere else prior to the increase they would only charge the $25. I'm sure you are all aware of this, but just wanted to share what I found out. :)

Thanks for everyone posting such great pictures and for the wealth of information on this site! :lovestruc

[sconnell]

FYI: I made ressies at the GF this morning and no mention of price increase. I was told $25 when we get there. :) So, I hope that stays true.

[LilGMom]

So am I reading this right - the resort photo sessions are now going to cost $75 if you have pre-ordered the Photopass CD? So they are going to charge 300% more for a 30 minute photo session with a photographer that may or may not have any actual real photography skill? If that is the case than I think that is ridiculous! For $75 they need to provide a longer session and guarantee that the people taking the pictures are real photographer and not someone that has a passing interest in photography. I like taking pictures too but I wouldn't call myself a photographer and definately wouldn't charge anyone $75 to take their pictures.

[cherbear]

Price going up on Monday per this thread - -http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?p=27081539

You may want to book today if you are less than 30 days out.

I actually just got off the phone with a CM at the Poly and he said I booked just in time because the price is going up in "2 days" according to him.

I'm booked for Sept. 16th at 7 pm at the Poly! :woohoo:

So excited! Now we have to figure out what we'll be wearing. I am thinking light blue shirts and blue jean shorts or khaki shorts. Or I may try to find a nice light colored dress (maybe even white) and then get my husband a coordinating shirt.

[mkycrzy1971]

Just found this thread from bradk... :sad2: http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?p=27087994&posted=1#post27087994

[stepdisney]

Just an FYI for anyone else wanting to know. I called a few other resorts today trying to find info on AKL. I was finally told Saratoga Springs was taking ressies for AKL.....ended up just being for CMs. I asked her about the price increase and she said if I waited to book the AKL I would be charged the higher amount ($75), but if I book somewhere else prior to the increase they would only charge the $25. I'm sure you are all aware of this, but just wanted to share what I found out. :)

Thanks for everyone posting such great pictures and for the wealth of information on this site! :lovestruc

I had called earlier in the month and was told the same thing. I was also told that they may let a select few families take pictures but that you would have to sign a model release form so they could use some of the photos to advertise. In the case they do this, the cost for the photo session is free BUT, if we wait and book at AKL upon arrival (the only way to book right now) we would have to pay the higher price and would be subject to the new rules. We currently have a session booked and CD ordered (whew) and, therefor, would not be subjected to the new rules, that is IF they allow u s to have our photographs taken at all. We are holding on to our GF reservations and I am happy that I made them when I did. We will see if AKL works out. If not, we still have the GF appointment booked. :thumbsup2 I am also thankful for the information we receive here on the Dis. :grouphug:

[niclmac]

I just got off the phone with the photo session reservation system and I was told that the price increase would be in effect after closing tonight. Was anyone else told differently and if so, when? Should I call back and try to speak with another CM? What do ya'll suggest?:confused3
thanks

[mkycrzy1971]

I just got off the phone with the photo session reservation system and I was told that the price increase would be in effect after closing tonight. Was anyone else told differently and if so, when? Should I call back and try to speak with another CM? What do ya'll suggest?:confused3
thanks
I called GF photopass desk earlier and was told if you have your reservation booked by today you WILL receive the $25 price ( pre-order customers) AND you could still access your photos online to make enhancements or edit...however, if you book starting tomorrow you would be affected by the price increase and you could NOT view your photos online along with your park photos.:sad1: my suggestion...BOOK TODAY :thumbsup2