Question 1

What services do you offer?

Accepted Answer

I offer
Food styling services
Prop styling services
Retouching services and
Various types of photography services:
Food and beverage photography 
Product photography 
Lifestyle photography 
Portraits - corporate headshots, family, maternity, pets, fashion
Architecture and spaces photography 
Industrial photography

Question 2

How to get started with a project?

Accepted Answer

To get started, you can drop me a message on my website here or message me on Instagram here. We'll discuss your requirements and take it further.

Question 3

What are your charges?

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There is no standard rate for a shoot. Each shoot is unique, in that, it involves a different level of complexity and time. Each client has different requirements. For a quotation, get in touch with me here, with as many details as you can share, for example, 
Type of photoshoot
Number of photos
Location
Approximate date and deadline
End use - print, social media, both
Any other requirements

The components of a quote are:
Professional Fee
Travel & accommodation  (if applicable)
Hire of any Specialised Equipment (if applicable)
Props (if specialised or particular props are required for the shoot. Basic backgrounds, tools & props are included in the professional fee. If the project requires any exclusive props such as fresh flowers or fresh ingredients, or additional backdrops, there will be an additional fee.)

Question 4

What are your payment terms?

Accepted Answer

50% of the professional fee and 100% of travel & accommodation fee (if applicable) is required as an advance to confirm the shoot and the desired dates. The final images will be accompanied by the Invoice. Upon approval, the final high resolution images will be released on completion of all outstanding payment.

Question 5

Are cancellation charges applicable?

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In the event of cancellation, 10% of the advance is non-refundable. If pre-production has begun, there will be no refund of the advance.

Question 6

Why should I hire a professional photographer?

Accepted Answer

By hiring a professional photographer, you get high quality images that will bring your vision to life. They will use top-notch equipment to capture the images and employ high end editing techniques to ensure your requirements are met.

Question 7

Where are you located?

Accepted Answer

I am based in Chennai and I am available to travel for shoots. We can have the shoot in the studio by sending your products, or on-location with an additional fee for travel and accommodation.

Question 8

I'm not based in Chennai. Can I still work with you?

Accepted Answer

Yes! You can send me your products and we can have an in-studio shoot. Or, I can travel to your location. I have clients from all over the world!

Question 9

Where would our photoshoot take place?

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Photoshoots can happen at a location of the client's choice or at my studio space in Chennai. When using a location of the client's choice, they must procure all necessary permissions.

Question 10

Do you have a formal education in photography?

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I have a Diploma in Advertising and Commercial Photography from Bharati Vidyapeeth School of Photography, Pune, India. Apart from this, I have worked under various seasoned photographers. I also have an Undergraduate degree and a Postgraduate degree in business.

Question 11

What's your turnaround time?

Accepted Answer

The final images will be ready 7-10 days after the shoot date. If you have any deadlines, please share them in advance, I will try to accommodate them.

Question 12

Do you accommodate last minute shoot requests?

Accepted Answer

Whenever possible, yes, but I can’t guarantee my availability at the last minute, however, I will try to accommodate these requests.

Question 13

What Camera Do You Use? How large can the files be reproduced?

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I use a full frame camera for my photoshoots - Canon 5D Mark IV. The size of the files is 22.4 in x 14.933 in at 300DPI. It’s more than enough for any marketing materials you may want to produce.

Question 14

How will my images be delivered?

Accepted Answer

Your final images will be delivered through an online gallery. You can download the images from the gallery.

Question 15

Can I get my images delivered on a thumb drive?

Accepted Answer

You can get your images delivered on a thumb drive. The pricing depends on the number of drives and the shipping method and address. Please let me know in advance if you'd be interested in receiving your photos on a thumb drive.

Question 16

Can I order hard copy prints of my images?

Accepted Answer

I work with print studios in Chennai which can provide beautiful prints in any size you require. Pricing and delivery depends on the prints and shipping. Please let me know in advance if you'd be interested in receiving a hard copy.

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