Why Digital? What’s so great about digital photos?

Digital photography has several advantages over film. Instant Results
With digital photos you get to see results immediately. Because we can view shots as we go along, it’s easy to experiment with angles, clothing, lighting—all the elements that make a great photograph. If you don’t like a photo, we just delete it and it’s gone. There’s no worrying or guessing whether we’ve gotten the right shot. We’ll work together on the spot to discover the best possible look for you.

Convenience
With digital photography, there’s no squinting with a magnifying glass to view thumbnail images. We’ll look at your photos on a large computer screen so you can really see the small details that make or break an image. Retouching is done directly on the original file and this file is sent to the photo lab of your choice. More good news: digital photos are easier to print and lay out on composite cards. Plus, no matter many how many reproductions you want, each one is printed directly from the original file, so you don’t have to sacrifice quality.

More Bang for Your Buck
Modelingportfolios.net can also save you money. When you leave the photo session you’ll have in your hand a CD containing the digital shots we’ve taken. You won’t be buying negatives or worrying about tracking down the photographer in the future if you happen to need more.


 

 

 


Will my digital shots look as good as film?

Guess what? Every image you see in magazines, on posters, and on the cover of your new CD is a digital image. The image either started out as a digital image or originated as a film negative that was scanned and turned into a digital image. This is standard procedure for the graphics design industry.

For your photo session we’ll use a 12 megapixel camera which captures sharp, high resolution files that result in impressive prints. A photo-quality 8x10 print made from a high quality digital file is every bit as good as a print produced from a negative.

Many things look even better with digital photos. A high quality digital camera captures more information on highlights and shadows than a traditional camera. Digital images also record truer and more consistent color. Another neat thing about digital photos is that digital copies are exact copies, unlike duplicated negatives or slides. The quality remains the same no matter how many copies you make. And once again, you’ll have your own digital copies on a CD so that all the photographs from our session are immediately available to you.



 

 

 

 

 


Where do you shoot?

You can choose to have photos taken inside in my studio, on my 2,000 sq. ft. roof or across the street at Madison Square Park (weather permitting). If we shoot indoors, you can choose from a variety of backgrounds best suited to you. Again, we get to look at shots as we go along so we can pick out the backgrounds that look best.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 




How many photos will we do?

Depending upon the package you choose, we may shoot anywhere from 300 – 500 images. We can move quickly with digital photos and get a wide variety of shots.

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 



How long will my photo session take?

Depending on the package you choose, we’ll work from 3 to 6 hours. Time for hair and makeup done at the studio is included in the photo session.






 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Can I see my photos during the session?

Absolutely. First we’ll take about 20 shots at the beginning of the session and check them out on a computer. Then we’ll talk about what angles, expression, clothing, and so on looks best for you and let that guide us for the rest of the shoot. If you don’t like a photo we’ll delete it and it’s gone. We’ll also review shots we’ve taken between individual looks. At the end of the session, we’ll see what we’ve got and delete any photos you don’t want.

 

 

 

 

 

 






 



Do I need a stylist?

You should arrive at the photo shoot with the clothing you plan to use. We do not have clothing available for models. You should bring more than you anticipate wearing, but there’s no need to bring your whole closet. Plan carefully and choose a mixture of simple, classic styles and more creative outfits that reflect current fashion trends.

For an additional fee, we have an experienced in-house stylist available for makeup, hair and wardrobe consultation. The stylist will help with pressing clothes, provide touch-ups, and guide you stylistically throughout the entire shoot. At the beginning of the shoot, the stylist will look at the clothes you’ve brought and make recommendations based on the backgrounds and locations you’ll be using. Most people find that it’s good idea to have another pair of professional eyes during a shoot to help you determine what works best.

In-house stylist rates are: Basic Package - $200
Professional Package - $250


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



What about retouching?

At the end of the shoot, we’ll look at your photos on a computer screen and talk about which images work best and what kind of retouching is possible. After the shoot, you can determine which photos you’d like to have retouched and send me specific directions about what you’d like done. Retouching is $25 per image.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Can I order traditional printed proof sheets from you?

No problem. We offer photo proof sheets for $10 per page. Each page will contain 30 shots and can be printed in black & white.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Can I get extra CDs?

You can order additional CDs for $15 each..

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Can you recommend a place for printing?

Yes. After the shoot I’ll recommend a place to get prints for your book and composite cards.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


How much do you charge?

Depending on what our creative goals are, you can choose one of the following:

1) Basic Package - $600 This 3 hour photo session includes 3 – 5 looks.

2) Professional Package - $1,000 This 6 hour photo session includes 6 - 10 looks.

**Note: I am a professional photographer and do not do unpaid tests.

Call me today at 212-683-4853. We’ll find the right package to suit your needs and budget.



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Are you a modeling agency?

No. We are not agents and do not offer modeling assignments. We offer a professional photography service.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



Anything else I need for a photo session?

A relaxing environment is essential to a good photo session. Feel free to bring your own music or choose something from the extensive collection at my studio. Some people like to come with monologues to read to put them in the mood. Bring anything that makes you feel comfortable and at ease.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Can I order traditional printed proof sheets from you?

No problem. We offer photo proof sheets for $10 per page. Each page will contain 30 shots and can be printed in black & white.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



Can you recommend a photo lab/printer?

Yes. We recommend:
Reproductions
6 West 37th Street, 4th Floor
NY, NY 10018

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


How much do you charge?

See individual packages for pricing. Get a $50 discount by booking online.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



What payment method do you accept?

Book online with a credit card and you’ll save $50. Our current credit card processing company is 2checkout.com. If you would like to pay by check, please send it to the following address 14 days prior to your photo session. For cash payments, please come by my studio, located at 275 5th Ave, # 3B, at least 48 hours before your photo session.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


What if I need to cancel or re-schedule?

There will be a $25 charge for cancellations and re-scheduling within 48 hours of your photo session. Please do so by logging in to the client section at digitalheadshotsnyc.com. Alternatively, call (212) 683-4853. After 48 hours you will loose your deposit.