I offer four studio packages that range from $200-$630, but they are customizable beyond the Studio Headshot Mini Package (should you need a certain, specific, and different combination of images, outfits, or backdrops than are in the suggested packages). Please note, I do not offer any studio portrait sessions for less than what the Studio Headshot Mini Package includes.

Please refer to my studio packages for all details on studio portrait session pricing.

Studio portrait package sessions usually last anywhere from 45-75 minutes, depending on the package. This isn’t always the case as no two sessions are alike (some sessions can be as short as 30 minutes). Package 2 and 3 sessions tend to be a little longer because of the options for different backdrops and wardrobe/look changes, but no session is deliberately longer than it needs to be. You have things to get onto, and once you’re happy with the photos, i’m happy with the photos. Additionally, due to the ongoing pandemic and out of an abundance of caution, I am currently offering fewer sessions consecutively, so there is a little more wiggle room to get the shots you really like without any time crunch. It’ll be great!

I’ve prepared a comprehensive “Preparing for your Headshots” PDF overview with some helpful information.

Some things to keep in mind:

• Most people don’t like getting their portrait taken, so you’re in good company. Don’t let undue stress get to you, and i’ll direct you as we shoot!
• The goal is to have the images as an accurate representation of you.
• We both want your headshots to turn out as best as possible. We’ll work to that end and make it as enjoyable of an experience as possible.

If you’re wanting some preliminary inspiration, regardless of industry, it’s helpful to google or Pinterest “____ Studio portrait photography” and replace the blank with the field in which you work. You may see some sample images and poses that provide some ideas of what could work. Save them to your phone, or email them to me. I’ll accompany with input as desired.

Actors/Performers
You likely know the sort of roles for which you are usually cast. It’s helpful to be ready with the wardrobe that suits you and your target roles. I suggested bringing 2-3 looks with you. If you have an agent, ask them if they have any specific expectations or requests for the style of your photos. They may have some specifications as well. I want to make sure I capture exactly what you and your representation would like.

Models
Depending on the kind of modeling, I recommend that you come to the shoot with a more conservative level of make-up applied. Many times, agencies will want to see a “beauty portrait” of your (primarily) natural appearance, especially for close up and extreme close-up shots. You can add make up as needed during our session as well. Skin care ahead of the shoot is also essential. See the section on make-up on the PDF guide.

Corporate Employees for Linked In Images
Consider ahead of time whether you want solid color or dynamic backdrops, and if you will want to have some images with or without certain looks, including necklaces, glasses, ear rings, suit coats, ties, etc.

You have some options to choose from here.

The DIY approach: This is by far most common for the majority of my clients. You know what you like and you’re used to doing it anyway. If you want your make up done ahead of your session with a professional touch, you can also make an appointment at a make-up counter or store for the day of your session. Just make sure to allow enough time to arrive on time for your photo session as well.

Bring a stylist or friend to the session: Have your own stylists or hair and make-up (HMU) artist in mind? They are also very welcome to in-studio sessions. If you want your own stylist for on-location sessions, please make sure they are aware of their responsibility for make-up setup, completion, and teardown. Keeping in mind the hourly rates for shooting on-location, please also encourage an external stylist or hair and make-up artist to be timely as well.

HMU services as an additional bundled expense: I unfortunately do not offer hair HMU services with with my studio portrait packages, but if you would like HMU services at the time of your session, I do partner with a Broadway HMU artist on-demand who assures that your make-up and hair look great before the shoot and at all times during the shoot. Please reach out to me for her current rates.

Yes, the delivered (downloadable/purchased) studio portraits are edited. 

However, the watermarked images I provide in a proofing/selection gallery  after your session are edited nor enabled for download. Those raw images are for the sole purpose of making your selection of images that you would like to license and use. Once you make your selections (which can be done in studio just after we shoot if time permits, or later once I send the link to your gallery to you), I edit those images, then deliver them digitally, and then enable them for download once the edits are approved and remaining payment is fulfilled. For each studio package, the number of images listed in the package indicates the number of edited images that will be delivered.

Please note: I do not, under any circumstances, provide raw files or the full collection of images to clients. This is because 1) The state of the raw images does not accurately reflect my portfolio or standard of work produced for public use and 2) The authorship rights of the full collection belong to the photographer and licensing (purchase) is required for the permitted use of the images from which the client intends to benefit and use.

This depends on the package. 

You may refer to the delivery timeline for each package using the “view rates” buttons on both my home and headshots pages, and on my booking site. The images will not be delivered any later than the contracted timeline of any given package. Please note, however, that the images once approved, will not be enabled for download until the remaining balance of the session has been paid.

Expedited Delivery Option: Should you need your images sooner than the number of business days listed with each package, I do offer expedited editing and delivery of your images within 12-24 hours starting at $30 for the Studio Headshot Mini Package and scaling based on the volume of each package for the amount of time necessary. As I am working to deliver a number of client’s images at a time between client sessions, the expedited delivery option moves the order of your images forward in the job queue.

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Digital Payment Methods:

Square is the platform through which I process most of my transactions as it is also the service through which I provide proposals, estimates, contracts, and invoices. It is easy and secure to fulfill an invoice with a credit card, debit card, or ACH bank transfer through the Square directly. Just like any online store, completing payment through the platform is very, very easy to fulfill.

Venmo and Cash App is also welcome. Paying a balance with these platforms does not cost you or me anything, unlike payment fees for PayPal and Square. If you plan to pay digitally and wish to use either of these, I’m happy to accept.

Paypal is another, albeit less-used, option as it is the least used by my clients. My PayPay account is under my LLC name, Simbrock Creative LLC.

Square Gift Cards  are another option. If you have a Square gift card, or if someone gifted you a Spencer Imbrock Photography gift card, you may use it towards your payment for your session or edits.

Non-Digital Payment Methods:

By Contactless and Chip Card Reader: You may also pay any remaining balance for a shoot by Square card reader in advance on location at the time of a session. This is not applicable for deposits as I need to receive the deposit ahead of the date of the shoot to secure my time. Most of my deposits are fulfilled via Square with an invoice that I provide once the contract terms are established and approved.

By Check: Paying by check in-person or in the mail is an acceptable option for any remaining balances after the shoot date. However, it is understood that, should a check bounce, the client is liable to render payment in another form to compensate me for my work. The information for where to send a check will be indicated on the invoice for the services provided. Please do not mail cash. I am not liable for any cash payments that may be lost in the mail.

By Cash: Paying by cash is also acceptable in person should you wish to pay a remaining balance at the time of shoot. Again, this is not applicable for deposits as I must receive the deposit ahead of the date of the shoot to secure my time for your shoot.

If you need to postpone an already-scheduled session for which you’ve provided the 50% deposit, I request that you do it more than two days in advance of your session. I ask that you not reschedule a session within two days of your appointment time unless you test positive for COVID-19. If you have to completely cancel your session within two days of your appointment time, there is a non-refundable $50 cancellation fee.