The last 5 days in the news has been unbelievable… like something out of a movie! And during this whole process I have remained calm, patience and strong for those around me that are having difficulties during this time.
For any of those that have worked with me know I am very calm and patience person by nature!!!.. Of course I wanted to reach out right away to my clients and friends sooner. But not wanting to add to all the craziness and truly not having any additional information to share with them as to what all of this means for my business and the studio until this morning….
As I work closely with vulnerable clients including newborns, small children and pregnant women, it is my duty to ensure all clients are protected during their photo session with me.
The Studio
As of March 17th after the Provincial Government has declared a State of Emergency. As a responsible business owner and community partner Treasured Memories Photography studio will be CLOSED for client sessions until April 5th in efforts to do our part in flattening the curve. I will be closely monitoring new information as it is released and of course will update all of you with further developments!!!!
Event Sessions
This will of course effect our Spring/Easter sessions (March 28th and 29th) and date announcement of our Mama and Me sessions. We will be sending out a email to those that have already reserved their sessions with further information on postponing these sessions. Our goal of course is to still host our event once further information is released on small scale social gatherings.
Studio Environment Safety
At Treasured Memories Photography safety is my main priority at all times, including flu season and during this epidemic. I have introduced some extra safety measures, in addition to my current measures. I would like to share the current steps I am taking to ensure the studio environment remains safe and clean for your photo session once the studio re-opens.
Some of these precautions include:
- Deep cleaning of the studio after every session and prior to new clients arriving
- Newborn and baby bookings will be limited to only ONE per day
- Clients will be asked to wash your hands upon arrival at my studio and/or use hand sanitizer that is provided
- Minimizing prop use by not reusing props until they have been deep cleaned/sanitized and left isolated for 48 hours after use.
- Asking clients to reschedule if they feel unwell, even if it is mild
- Asking clients to leave immediately if they present with a consistent cough, fever or any other symptoms and carrying out a deep clean of the studio environment
- If I feel unwell, even mildy, I will contact you immediately to rearrange our session.
We will now be including additional screening and health prep guide as part of our session contract agreements. All clients must adhere to this prep guide prior to and during their session with me, which I’m sure you will understand.
My Family
As of today, my family is happy and healthy,…. we have not traveled out-of-province this year and we have no expected international travel plans for 2020. We are trying to keep everything is normal as possible at home while still putting into place social distancing and home deep cleaning as well (FUN with having 2 teenagers!!!)…
With a busy March Break plan of visiting public spaces (movies, museums, GO KARTING!!!) I am left to come up with some FUN non social activities…. I am sure Sierra and I will be CRAFTING a lot over the next week or so… as we raid my craft supplies at the studio….. And will be having Sebastian helping me out with creating new video projects for the studio….
Your Family
How about you? What is your family doing to keep busy during this time… I’d love to hear from you and that you are doing well and ok….
