Review: GF PhotoPass Portrait Session About This Page:

[audrey77]

Hi all! We just returned from our trip and had an awesome time. I wanted to take a minute to comment on the Grand Floridian Portrait/Photo Session.

We prepaid for the PhotoPass CD about 2 months before the trip. I made the reservation for the session 30 days out- to secure the first session or last session, as the lighting/sun would not be as harsh (it was perfect).

We arrived the the GF (note: ask about parking ahead of time), and was directed to the second floor next to the gift shop- where they had a desk/kiosk area. As soon as we got there, I was asked to show my PhotoPass Prepaid CD reciept for in order to get the reduced $25 sitting fee. After that, I paid for the fee at the merchandise store next door (literally 10 steps or less away). From there, we were off!

The session was with myself, DH, and DS (who is 2). It took about 30 minutes total. We took photos at/on:
-On the balcony overlooking the lobby,
-In an elegant hallway
-At a window overlooking the back of the property (just DS)
-At the entrance with all of the old cars (just DS on a ledge)
-Numerous flower bed locations/benches/porches with flowers
-On the beach!

We tried to get a photo at a fountain, but it was too wet... didn't matter anyways- we got great photos (even with a 2 year old!)! He took 52 shots.

After the session, we viewed our photos at the kiosk. We also received a voucher/code for 3 free 5 x 7s for buying the prepaid CD (still have to pay for shipping- but who cares!). There are plenty of photos that we love. It just totally offsets the sitting fee :-) I'll order those after I get the CD

Suggestions for other folks who want to do this- pick the earliest time- you'll get less shadows, etc than at lets say 10AM-2 PM, etc. Otherwise, a flash to fill in the light may be needed at all times.

If anyone is dying to see them this week, PM me and I'll send you the link. Otherwise, when my CD comes, I'll post some samples here on this post.

[Angileyze1]

Is the Grand Floridian the only place that does this?

[Lemap760]

Thanks for the review. I'm impressed you got a 2 year old to take all those shots.

[mcc0313]

Glad the session worked out so well for you.

[GoofyMom]

for the review

[DawnDenise]

DH and I are doing this in November. Thanks so much for your review and looking forward to seeing the pictures!

[Caldercup]

I believe that the GF is the only place that does this so far, but have heard that others might start doing it too.
Eileen

[audrey77]

I'm pretty sure that the Poly just started it...

BTW- The photogs, in order to be placed there had to submit a portfolio and be selected- 10 out like 600 photographers.

[Colexis Mom]

Thanks for the info

[Dee161]

I am glad that you had such a great experience. I have been thinking about doing this. Can't wait to see the pictures.

[lauren-roxy]

Thanks for the info!!

[NanaTink]

Thanks for the review. Sulley and I are planning on it in December while we are there for our anniversary! Can't wait to see the pictures!

[audrey77]

The CDs are already on their way- via UPS!

[Tonichelle]

Originally Posted by audrey77

BTW- The photogs, in order to be placed there had to submit a portfolio and be selected- 10 out like 600 photographers.

good to know, hopefully they are also paid accordingly!

[chezp]

Thanks for the review - it sounds like the session went really well.