Okay, I want to do this. What's the cost and process?
To get things rolling, send me an email stating what you're thinking about regarding a session with me, whether it be for intimate portraiture or simply exceptional portraits of yourself. I'll get back to you and we'll set an appointment to meet and discuss your session. This gives us a chance to brainstorm and become acquainted with one another.
We'll try to schedule your session date, time, location and duration right then and you'll place a down payment ($100 minimum) towards your session package. This down payment is your non-refundable deposit and is required to schedule any session with me. The next time we meet will be at your session and if you're able you'll pay the balance of your package total. Your finished package will be ready for in less than 2 weeks. Btw, package's are delivered only when they've been paid for in full. Package prices range from as little as $300 up to $6000 for a full day.
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Why do I want nude photo's of myself?
Everyones reasons are different, but the most common one I come across is that they simply want to celebrate their life by seeing themselves as a work of art through an artists eyes. Nudity is not the point or the focus, but stripping away the fashion and style we typically hide our basic selves behind is. It's simply a deeper vision and purer philosophy of who we really are at our simplest and most basic. Take away all the facades that you've been taught make you beautiful (makeup, clothes, hairdo, etc.) so that all that's left is you, naturally, comfortably. There's a simple beauty hidden beneath that once surfaced and experienced gives way to liberation and an appreciation of ones self previously unknown.Most of the women I've photographed had never even considered having nude photo's taken of themselves until shortly before they contacted me, yet in their most natural and true state something surfaces from within and being able to capture that and show it to them in images gives them a more honest and ultimately complimentary view of who they are... one they cannot deny. My intent is simply to show them how beautiful they are without all of those things, so that for the rest of their lives they'll always know they're a naturally beautiful woman. There's great confidence and comfort in that knowledge and every woman deserves that feeling.
I'd like a session with you but I live out of state. Where is your studio located?
Studios are impersonal, static facades (though they certainly have their place). However, in my work I prefer the honesty of and genuineness of real, actual environments so I always try to conduct the sessions in my clients own homes. I'll travel anywhere I need to for my clients whether they live nearby or on the other side of the world. Additionally, if you want your session to take place at a favorite destination rather than where you live, that's fine too.
Are your photographs for sale to the general public?
Some are and some aren't. It's up to my clients whether or not I can show or sell any of their images. Tell me which one(s) have caught your eye and let's find out if you can own a print or two. You can click here for prices.
How can you set me at ease regarding the issue of my privacy?
Your privacy and discretion is as important to me as it is to you. Nothing of your session is seen or shared with anyone other than yourself unless you give me specific permission otherwise (like on this site as an example of my work) and even then you reserve the right to change your mind at any time down the road.Though I retain all the digital originals (for archive purposes and safekeeping), you may at any time purchase them from me outright and if requested I'll even permanantly erase them so you have the only copies. The bottom line is that your images and identity are safe and private and you ultimately have the option of making them disappear forever should you so choose.
My partner and I want some sexy portraits of us together. Do you do that too?
Yes. Since all sessions are collaborations between myself and the client, I'm open to helping them accomplish most anything they want from me. To add a second person to an intimate session is an additional $150.
Do you just do intimate portraiture?
No, it's simply what I'm best at, most known for and do most often. Click the image below to see some of the other work I've done.
I love your work and want to do what you do. How about some pointers?
I used to give out advice and pointers, but since I've had more than a few experiences where those with less than scrupulous motives have twisted it into their far less than honorable schemes, I don't anymore.
Can you recommend other artist who do your style of work that you trust?
Yes, but I think it's better that you go by your own insticts on this topic. I honestly feel that only about 3% of the artists nationwide working in this particular medium have the right intentions, philosophy, integrity and ability, so be cautious. Nowadays anyone with a camera will call themselves a professional photographer or even an artist. Worse still are those claiming sensibilities and talents they don't possess in order to achieve their hidden purposes. Remember, your privacy, dignity and very safety are on the line here so research carefully anyone you're willing to put that much trust into. I suggest you take the "you get what you pay for" perspective and only go with someone who has a good track record and positive reputation. You may even get a sense of a photographers sincerity and abilities merely by the quality of the images they capture and the experiences of others that have worked with them, so ask around and get some feedback.
I have my own ideas about what I want from my session. Are you flexible?
It's your session so anything you want goes. If you want a makeup artist and stylist there or want to bring your own, that's up to you. I place no limitations on my clients own creativity and vision. If you need a collaborator to capture your ideas for you, let's do that!
I'd feel more comfortable if my partner accompanied me. Is that okay?
Of course, but keep in mind that the more distractions you put around you the less likely the imagery we'll capture will be what you hoped for. If you're not completely there, it WILL show in the imagery. However, if you must bring someone, so long as they're respectful and supportive of what we're trying to accomplish, feel free to bring them! If they're not or you're not sure they will be, however, maybe think about bringing someone else to accompany you to your session if you really need to.
I just want one portrait of myself. How much will that run me?
Depending on the type of portrait, between $300 and $400. Those are the minimum sessions I take on so I recommend you settle for more than just 1. Why not have a nice selection?
Why are there only women in your intimate portfolio? Don't you shoot men?
Yes, I do shoot men, but my online portfolio is comprised only of images I've been permitted by the subjects to share online, simply put. Remember, this is but a fraction of the body of work I've done. The portfolio's are merely examples, so people will have an idea of my eye, intent and ability.
Your models all look so perfect. Could you make me look that good?
Believe it or not they aren't models. They're just regular, everyday people like you and me. They're the girl next door, the woman from the office or the lady at the bank. Nevertheless, they all do get a kick out of hearing that people who see their portraits on here think they're models. I don't hire models nor just photograph model-esque women. Though a small few have done or are doing some modeling, the majority of them are "everyday" women who either found me online or heard of me through a friend. They're always surprised by their portraits, especially when most of them were certain they were simply unphotogenic. I don't make people look good, I just help them to see themselves through my eyes. Here are some examples of what I'm talking about. Click on the portraits beneath these snapshot to see some of what we got during their sessions...
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**Personal portraits are only shown online with the permission of the client(s) pictured
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