Q&A FOR GENEARL PHOTOGRAPHY:
Please send me details on your request and I will respond with a quote. If you have any question please ask as well.
These are a few of the formats that will be part of the General Category:
+Weddings
+Special Events
+Family
+Childern
+Bands
+Product
Q&A FOR MODEL PHOTOGRAPHY:
Q:How will you get your images?
A:During the shoot you will be provided with a link to a personal folder. The moment an image is finished with editing I will upload it to the site for YOUR immediate download. You can download it in 1 file type for web (72 dpi)If your wanting something for print you will need to purchase the image which pricing is on my personal site under additional charges (this is for people I do TFP with paid clients and models will get what they are paying for). You also reserve the right to have the folder marked private so you have time to review the images before I release them. Once final images are complete after approvals and such i will mail you a cd with full HiRes print ready images. There is a 2-4 week window on final images.
Q:Who do I want to work with?
A:Looking for people to be artistic/creative images with a main focus on Pinup formats. I am open to other works as well but my main focus will be pinup work.. If you decide you want to work with me I have no issues with helping you with something you might need specifically for your portfolio, but my heart is in the pinup field. My only criteria for a model is for them to be open to my ideas and not be too uptight. I do not require nudity for my shoots, but the more "requirements" or "limitations" you put on our session will effect where you are on the shoot list.
Q:What does the model get?
A:Paid Shoot: Please see rates page for details on price. I require a $150 booking fee(only for studio shoots) that is non-refundable if you cancel for any reason (must have at least 48hrs notice), so if you flake on me, it's your loss .The model gets to pick which images they want to be edited. Also please see rates page to see what is included in my packages or on a per image bases and time. Also for free work or locations work there is a booking fee of $50.00 that is non-refundable for same reason as studio work.
Free Shoot: I will do free trade from time to time on shoots with select individuals of all experience levels. If the model has a look that I like, if they are confident, open, and can bring something unique or of higher quality in my portfolio, I will shoot for free.
I edit the pictures that I think are the best and brand them with my copyright. The models are free to use the pictures on social networking sites such as MySpace, Facebook, or personal portfolio sites.
The amount of pictures the model gets depends on how well they do. I only want my best work displayed. The better they do, the more pictures they will get. Typically, they receive 4-5 to 12 or more. If you don't think that is enough, look over my standard rates and do the math. It's free, take what you can get or work with someone else.
To inquire about a free shoot, send me an email with at least 3 pictures of yourself, one being a facial portrait, and the other two displaying your body, front and side (nude not required, just show me what you got to work with.)
Also for all pricing please see my pricing page.
Q:Flakes
A:If we agree to a sit down for a shoot and you flake on me, I will never work with you. If you contact me more than one time saying that you want to/we should shoot, and fail to set something up, I will never work with you. My time is very important and so is yours please don't waste it with games. so
Q:Shooting Time
A:NO ESCORTS AT TIME OF SHOOT: This means no friends, boyfriends, husbands, or bodyguards will be present during the shoot. No exceptions. I have done this enough to see that too often it is a distraction to the model and her expressions will suffer. I understand safety, but I am a professional, I have a REAL website, I have references, and it's exactly why I schedule a sit down first so that both sides can get a look and a gut feeling about one another.
If you feel you need an escort, and cannot find one, I will be happy to provide a female associate to help you during the shot, however you will be required to pay her for her time ($15/hour) .
Be Prepared: This may sound silly, but it has happened one too many times, to have the model show up unprepared to shoot. Some have shown up with hair on their armpits, massive bags under their eyes, messy hair, chapped lips, tanned to the point where they looked like a lobster, and so on. Either show up looking your best or I will cancel the shoot on the spot.
NO CELL PHONES: Your phones must be turned off during the shoot and only used directly before, after, or during a break.
Q:Agreement
A:Prior to working with me, you will acknowledge and agree to my guidelines and will sign a model release for TF* work, for Paid work a Model Release and Services Contract will be singed by both parties.
Other Information:
I do not tolerate disrespectful models. Models who say "I don't pay photographers" are considered disrespectful.
I don't argue anymore. I have all the equipment I need to do quality shoots, plenty of knowledge, and plenty of resources. I've paid my dues.
People who don't pay photographers never get the pleasure of stepping foot in front of my lens. Simple
If a professional photographer shoots you for free, be thankful, and consider that a privelage, not a right.
If you are convinced that free photo shoots from quality professional photographers is the norm, you are sadly mistaken.
There are many GWC(GUYS WITH CAMERA'S) that will shoot simply for the satisfaction of seeing you naked. If you're content with that, then more power to you.
If you want to elevate your career and shoot with photographers who can take you places, you're going to have to dig into your pockets, unless there is a 3rd party client covering costs. Even then, it's a privelage to be shot at no cost to you. Never take it for granted.