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Questions?

Here are the most frequently asked questions regarding our photo shoots. Take a minute to go through all of them, and send me a note if you want to know more!
(weddings are very special events and work differently - let me know and we’ll get into the details!)

How does it work with the shoot?

  1. We discuss what you wish from the shoot.

  2. Book a date with a 50% deposit (second half is paid on the session date).

  3. I share with you a special Visual Guide and some tips for the session so that you have the best time.

  4. Enjoy the photoshoot :)

  5. I deliver your digital gallery with edited JPG files.

How many photos will I get?

Each session varies in how many final photos we get, especially for commercial shoots. However, I usually promise you a minimum of 50-70 photos from a standard family/couple photoshoot (approx 30-50 for commercial and fashion shoots). Many photographers give you a cutoff number and make you pay more for extras - I prefer to go the other way. These photos are your memories, I promise to capture them fully and give you the best images to remember this moment, be it 70 or a 100 or more.

Do you offer discounts or collaborations?

My prices are firm. It’s also normally a “NO” to “collaborations” that would include taking photos of someone for free in exchange for Instagram tags. However, I firmly believe in exchange of “talent for talent” and love new creative ideas. If you believe we can work together to make the world better, send me a note!

Can you photoshop me?

Normally the rule is to only get rid of what “will not be there in 2 weeks” = anything temporary such as acne, bruises etc unless you prefer to keep it in the photos). For profoundly altering your appearance (body & face shape), I can recommend a professional retoucher. If you are self conscious about something, please let me know as I’ll be sure to be extra aware of that while posing.

Do you shoot gender reveal parties and babies? (those cute photos of infants beautifully wrapped)? XV años?

I’m better at other photography styles, but I can recommend you the best options among my fellow photogs :)

What if we need to cancel or reschedule? What about bad weather?

If we already booked the date with a deposit and you need to change the session date (i.e. family or business issues), we will look for the best replacement date for you of the available options. In case of a cancellation, the deposit is retained as an investment for reserving the initially confirmed date.

As for the weather, any weather has its beauty, whether it’s sunny or cloudy - but if it’s harsh enough to affect your experience (or ruin my gear) and I can reschedule, of course we will do it :)

What are your rates?

The rates for a standard photoshoot of up to 1.5 hours start from 8,200 MXN that includes everything from photography to location scouting, editing and delivery of the digital gallery (special props as balloons, cakes or decorations are considered separately).

Special packages apply starting for 4+ hours (half day), 8+ hours (full day), and special projects (architecture, travel photography, weddings etc) - ask me for the quote!

When will you deliver my photos?

Normally the final JPGs are delivered within 1-3 weeks from the standard shoot date. Longer sessions and fashion shoots might imply longer editing periods.

“I only need 5 photos” and “Can we go for 10 minutes instead of an hour?

Yes, we can go for a 10 minutes shoot, with the same rate :)

I’m a strong believer in the concept that “the 1st film roll goes to garbage”. The first 10 minutes of any shoot you’re getting used to the camera and the setting, and we start to “reveal” and get the best pictures when we get in that “flow state” that only happens with a bit of time. From my experience, for most of the people photography, a 1-hour session is an optimal time for you to have the best memories and not get tired :)

As for the quantity, often to get the 5 great photos, it might take us 5 hours of photoshoot + 5 hours of editing (best example: jewelry or clothing sessions).

Send me a note and let’s discuss your special photoshoot!

Can you give me RAW files?

Shooting the photos is only half the magic that goes into your experience - without the editing step your photos are only halfway done. If you feel I missed delivering a photo, ask me - and I will look through my images and send it over to you (sometimes the one you’re looking for I might have considered less worthy of making it to the finals, or simply made a mistake of missing it - that also happens!)

What do we wear for the photoshoot?

We will go through it during our call, and I’ll also send you the session guide - so you’re all covered!

We are located outside of Puerto Escondido - can you travel for the shoot?

Yes, I travel to any part of Mexico and of the world. The basic rates already include the 15km area around Puerto Escondido, and the travel rates to other destinations are accessible - I love traveling, so send me a note and let’s do it!