What to Expect as a Repeat Client: A Little Note of Gratitude 💛
- Kelly Stickelmaier

- Jul 17
- 2 min read

One of the biggest joys in my career as a photographer is seeing familiar faces year after year. There's something truly special about repeat clients—families I get the privilege of watching grow, change, and thrive through every season of life.
When you choose to book with me over the years, magic happens. Your kids begin to know me, and I get to know exactly what makes them laugh, smile, and feel comfortable in front of the camera. It becomes a reunion each time, filled with genuine smiles and connection. Those little faces become familiar friends, and I cherish that so deeply.
You'll notice that some of our poses stay similar year to year—and that’s intentional. One of my absolute favorite parts of photographing your family repeatedly is looking back and seeing just how much your kids have grown. Each year, they're a bit taller, a little older, their personalities developing and blossoming right before our eyes. Capturing these changes is such an honor and something I never take for granted.
Over time, I learn the little things unique to your family—the inside jokes, favorite toys, how your child loves a certain superhero, or their latest milestone achievements. Knowing these details allows me to personalize your session even more, ensuring each image feels authentic, heartfelt, and true to your story.
Through social media, our connection deepens even further. I get to see snippets of your day-to-day life—birthday parties, new pets, vacations, achievements—giving us so much to talk and laugh about during your session. These conversations help build trust and genuine connection, ensuring your photos beautifully reflect who your family truly is.
Booking with the same photographer year after year creates a seamless, relaxed, and truly personalized experience. Our sessions become less like photo shoots and more like catching up with old friends, resulting in images filled with genuine joy and connection.
To my repeat clients—thank you. Thank you for allowing me into your family's life, for trusting me with your memories, and for sharing your incredible journey. I am endlessly grateful for each and every one of you, and can't wait to see how much your family continues to grow.
Here's to many more memories captured together! ✨📸





































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