FAQs
- What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Typical portrait sessions are $375 for 1-2 people & $425 for family photos. Each are about 1-2 hours long. Number of images always varies but is usually around 30 images or so. Every commercial or event project requires a budget relative to the scope & scale of production. If you want Nike results, you need to invest what Nike invests. My typical rate alone is $150/hr, $400 for 4 hours, & $800 for 8 hours. Every shoot includes a 50% deposit unless otherwise stated. The deposit secures your date/time of session. Without it, your spot is still up for grabs.
- What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Studied Entertainment Business at Full Sail University. Former Studio Associate at Picture People, Salem, OR. Previously studied and assisted for Erin Galey at InTheFlicker via The Recording and Radio Film Connection: Director/Producer Education Program. Established Stephan Partipilo Photography in 2015.
- What questions should customers think through before talking to professionals about their project?
Some basic things to consider are: - What is the occasion or purpose of the photos, what will you do with them? Will they go online? Where would they likely be displayed? - How many photos do I actually need versus want? - How many people will be in the photos? - How many outfits do I want to wear or showcase? (less is more) - What is my availability in terms of scheduling? And when do I need the photos by? - What is my budget? (Most of the time: you get what you pay for)