Frequently Asked Questions
Q – Where is your studio located?
A – My Home studio is located In Mid-Town Manhattan in the beautiful Roosevelt Island in the middle of the East River. It is a Home studio because of my "low overhead attitude" and the desire to be free from as many outside influences as possible.
Q – How to get there?
A – Take the “F” Train and get off at the “Roosevelt Island” Stop or, take the Tram at the corner of 2nd. Avenue and 60th. Street (A very nice ride over the Manhattan skyline!)
Q – What kind of photographs do you shoot?
A – I am specialized in Fashion, Modeling, Portfolio, Art and Portrait. However, I also love to photograph Families and Pets.
Q – What do you mean by “Post Session Consulting”?
A – Many people consider having photographs as an end in itself or as souvenirs for example. Some others consider photographs as a mean to accomplish something else like actors and models who want to have exposure and make money with their photographs. However, after the photo shoot they do not know what to do, neither where to go to get the “necessary exposure”. Having been in the show business for many years, in my post session consulting, I will guide you gradually on how to proceed, from writing your resume to requesting casting calls, choosing a reputable agency, and writing to casting directors as well as how to avoid bogus “modeling schools” and sharks, which are there only to take your money.
There is no extra cost for the post session consulting; it is part of the benefits of my photo shoot.
Q – What are your prices?
A – It depends, of course of what you want. From a simple Passport photo to a complete portfolio, your investment can vary from $50 to $500. You can have an exact quote by requesting a “Quotation form” in the contact me section. By having a home studio and doing all the processing at my place, I can keep your investment very affordable.
Q – Do you do Black & White photographs as well as Color?
A – Absolutely, this is a matter of taste.
Q – Do you do the retouching of your photographs?
A – Yes, all my photographs are digitally retouched. I work on two platforms, Windows and Mac.
Q – Do I get a CD with my pictures?
A – Yes, not only you get a CD with all the proof pictures of your photo shoot, but also a license agreement for your personal use.
Q – Do I own my pictures?
A – Yes and No. You own the printouts you bought however, the copyright belongs to the photographer. I will give you with the CD a limited copyright authorization for your personal use only.
Q – Do you accept credit card payments?
A – Yes, credit cards, as well as cash, are welcome.
Q – Do you accept to shoot photographs for children?
A – Yes, as long as they are with their parents to sign the photo release form.
Q – Can I come at anytime for a photo shoot?
A – NO, I shoot only by appointments, click on the "Contact" tab above and ask for availability.
Q – Do you do thematic photographs?
A – Yes, you can pick your theme. You should have a look at the Gallery “Digital Paintings” to give you some ideas. However, you may choose some other themes like “The Lord of the Ring” or “Harry Potter” etc..
Q – Do you have a Make-up Artist or should I bring my own make up?
A – Personally, I prefer to shoot models without make-up or a very light one. In addition, to avoid allergy problems you should bring your own make-up. However, if you want a MUA it can be arranged for your photo shoot.
Q - Do you have a MySpace profile?
A - Yes, I have a presence on MySpace my URL is: www.myspace.com/aphotos
A – My Home studio is located In Mid-Town Manhattan in the beautiful Roosevelt Island in the middle of the East River. It is a Home studio because of my "low overhead attitude" and the desire to be free from as many outside influences as possible.
Q – How to get there?
A – Take the “F” Train and get off at the “Roosevelt Island” Stop or, take the Tram at the corner of 2nd. Avenue and 60th. Street (A very nice ride over the Manhattan skyline!)
Q – What kind of photographs do you shoot?
A – I am specialized in Fashion, Modeling, Portfolio, Art and Portrait. However, I also love to photograph Families and Pets.
Q – What do you mean by “Post Session Consulting”?
A – Many people consider having photographs as an end in itself or as souvenirs for example. Some others consider photographs as a mean to accomplish something else like actors and models who want to have exposure and make money with their photographs. However, after the photo shoot they do not know what to do, neither where to go to get the “necessary exposure”. Having been in the show business for many years, in my post session consulting, I will guide you gradually on how to proceed, from writing your resume to requesting casting calls, choosing a reputable agency, and writing to casting directors as well as how to avoid bogus “modeling schools” and sharks, which are there only to take your money.
There is no extra cost for the post session consulting; it is part of the benefits of my photo shoot.
Q – What are your prices?
A – It depends, of course of what you want. From a simple Passport photo to a complete portfolio, your investment can vary from $50 to $500. You can have an exact quote by requesting a “Quotation form” in the contact me section. By having a home studio and doing all the processing at my place, I can keep your investment very affordable.
Q – Do you do Black & White photographs as well as Color?
A – Absolutely, this is a matter of taste.
Q – Do you do the retouching of your photographs?
A – Yes, all my photographs are digitally retouched. I work on two platforms, Windows and Mac.
Q – Do I get a CD with my pictures?
A – Yes, not only you get a CD with all the proof pictures of your photo shoot, but also a license agreement for your personal use.
Q – Do I own my pictures?
A – Yes and No. You own the printouts you bought however, the copyright belongs to the photographer. I will give you with the CD a limited copyright authorization for your personal use only.
Q – Do you accept credit card payments?
A – Yes, credit cards, as well as cash, are welcome.
Q – Do you accept to shoot photographs for children?
A – Yes, as long as they are with their parents to sign the photo release form.
Q – Can I come at anytime for a photo shoot?
A – NO, I shoot only by appointments, click on the "Contact" tab above and ask for availability.
Q – Do you do thematic photographs?
A – Yes, you can pick your theme. You should have a look at the Gallery “Digital Paintings” to give you some ideas. However, you may choose some other themes like “The Lord of the Ring” or “Harry Potter” etc..
Q – Do you have a Make-up Artist or should I bring my own make up?
A – Personally, I prefer to shoot models without make-up or a very light one. In addition, to avoid allergy problems you should bring your own make-up. However, if you want a MUA it can be arranged for your photo shoot.
Q - Do you have a MySpace profile?
A - Yes, I have a presence on MySpace my URL is: www.myspace.com/aphotos
