j.ridout Portraits

at j.ridout, family portraiture is more than just a pretty picture - tt is a message to the world that we care and love each other. commissioning a portrait of such importance requires careful planning and preparation. we ask a lot of our clients, and they demand perfection from us. our process begins with an in-home consultation. we visit you at your home to discover your desires for custom portraiture. we chat about your experiences and expectations, get to know your family and how you relate to each other and discuss whether you are considering studio or location portraiture. on the day of the sitting, most of the decisions have already been made. a few weeks later, we meet for an order appointment, again, in the comfort of your home. all decision makers are expected to be present as we guide you through the process of choosing your favorite images and then making final decisions about size, finish and frame. eight to twelve weeks later, we deliver and install the portraits in