I love to shoot, and be creative...and be inspired by other creative people. My shooting style is collaborative, rather than being a dictator. In other words, I have no issues changing, adapting, or listening to your suggestions, or to whomever is in the room. Don't get me wrong, I am not a pushover, but when I hear a good idea then it is a good idea, and let's shoot it!
I am professional in the studio. I am not here to pick up girls, I am here to make money. Bring your mother, aunt, brother, bodyguard or all of the above, I don't care so long as I get paid at the end of the day. If they have a good idea, I may shoot it!
I shoot all styles of photography. Some of my stuff is not listed here, but I shoot pets, children, family portraits, birthday parties, everything. I am happy to shoot special events that mark our lives.
Fashion is my specialty, evenly matched by portraits. I love to shoot. If I don't have anything going that day, I will shoot for a substantial discount, maybe even TF depending on my needs and your idea.
Speaking of TF shoots, if you are gonna do a TF shoot with me, please bring all of your hair gear (rollers, curling iron, ect) with you, along with all of your makeup. If I am going to invest my time and gear in doing a TF shoot, I have to make sure that you look professionally made up for the entire shoot. I don't want the last shots of the set to be compromised by bad hair and fading makeup.
I shoot both sexes, and I am looking for males to add to my port. If you have read this far, please give me a shout out to shoot TF if you are interested.
A word about my gear. I shoot with the very best camera Nikon has to offer. I shoot with the best lenses Nikon has to offer. I shoot with the best lights Nikon has to offer. No one in this town has better gear than I do. Period. That is not to say gear is everything, because it isn't, but it is something to consider. Something else to consider: I do post production on a 32" color corrected screen. Sometimes I shoot tethered (my camera is wired to the screen for instant playback as I shoot) for quality control during the shoot. I have the latest software for post production, high end computers, and the techno savvy to bring it all together for an end product that will shine when all is said and done.
I am used to working with brand new models, and I have worked with models who have been modeling for years. I love to work with both and all types between.
My rates are by quote. Contact me, and be prepared to deposit 50% to book time. If you cancel within one week of the shoot, the deposit is forfeited.
I do offer special rate adjustments for students, and sometimes just because. If you can't afford my rates, mention it and I may negotiate. All that can happen is I may say no...but I may say "deal"!
I pay my MUA separately, and she is 50.00 per Person for face and hair. As I said above, if you forgo a MUA, bring your own stuff.
The following I ripped off of Ron Scott's page (
http://www.myspace.com/outlawp)
(with permission)
I would like to start with the idea that I am a nice guy and a lot of fun to work with, but I am very straight forward. With that being said here are the nuts and bolts of how I operate.
I am looking to meet and work with talented models, MUA's and other creative people with the idea of create some new and interesting works.
If you flake on a shoot then don't bother asking to reschedule. I don't have time for people who don't take this seriously. I work hard and put a lot of time into to my photos. I don't like having my time wasted. If you have to reschedule and give adequate notice I can work with that. But know that I will not reschedule 50 different times, by then I am over it and on to someone who really wants to shoot. Feel free to text me info like your phone number or meet up address. I am not an avid texter, but it works to get data into my phone.
If you are interested in working with me:
Paying me will always get you at the top of the list. My rates are very reasonable compared to industry standards. I will cut you a deal if you sign a model release. Depending on the shoot, it can get as low as free. For Zivity.com shoots, you get paid.
