FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

I am a natural light photographer and use mostly natural light for both indoor and outdoor sessions. I occasionally use additional studio lighting for my business corporate clients. 

Sessions typically take place at an indoor studio in Royal Oak, Michigan with loads of natural light. We can also explore outdoor sessions in and around the Metro Detroit area [seasonal weather permitting from May - October].

I keep pretty normal business hours, shooting Monday-Friday and do not shoot at night. I will occasionally open up a Saturday shoot date for sessions.

To ensure you're getting your ideal date/time that works for your schedule and have plenty of time to prepare for your session, we recommend reaching out at least 3-4 weeks in advance to schedule a session. If you are flexible, I do get reschedules and openings occasionally. I have last minute availability for previous clients in need of an updated 1-look shot. 

That totally depends on the number of looks you're shooting and if you're using our makeup artist or coming to the studio camera ready. Most shoots take about 2-3 hours max.

Yes, to see if what I do is a fit for your vision. Click on the CONTACT ME button below to schedule your FREE 15-20 minute discovery call. I'll have questions for you, and then there will be time for you to ask me questions. We can cover your vision, time frame, fees, questions, etc.

It is not required, but HIGHLY encouraged. My stylists will take care of your skin & makeup to look outstanding, specifically for my high resolution professional camera. More information on my blog HERE . My MUA's have worked with us for a long time and they understand how lighting effects makeup and how makeup should appear in headshots. If you don't want makeup, want to do it yourself or choose to use your own makeup artist, I require you to arrive ready or meet your make-up artist before arriving for your first look. Your makeup artist is welcome to come with you to do touch-ups in between looks.

It is preferred! Our team of very talented artists are in high demand and we'll match you up and organize the dates for you. I have 3 highly trained makeup artists whose background is primarily on-camera makeup specifying for professional headshots. We have worked together for over 6 years and they are use to my process and add so much to your stylized session. My makeup artist stay with you during your entire session and they also lightly retouch your hair and create different looks based on your brand. They are paid separately and fees are subject to change. 

Absolutely! All of my makeup artists are highly trained stylists and I have one specifically for my darker complexion clients. She works consistently in the film and television industry in and around the Detroit market. We have worked together for over 6 years and we both understand those who have specific needs and real concerns for ensuring their skin is appropriately captured.

YES! We color correct your session and delete any blinky/blurry photos. An easy to download gallery link with all of your color-corrected photos will be presented as low-resolution Jpeg PROOFS and will be delivered approx. 6-7 business days after in-person headshot session. Your gallery is available to share with agencies, coaches and managers.

For each additional lightly retouched photos [ie: lightly cleaning up any skin blemishes or under-eye care, removal of logos, hair flyaways, whitening of eyes / teeth, brightening the image and making it print proof] there is a $45 fee per retouching image. High Resolution Retouched Images will be delivered within 4-5 business days after payment has been received. You have up to 3 months to finalize any retouching. 

Once you book a session with me, included in your package is a one-of-a-kind headshot questionnaire helping you determine and solidifying your branding looks. Upon completion, I will then send out a personalized detailed email thoroughly suggesting specific wardrobe choices for each look. Along with tips, suggestions and ideas to reference for your session. Feel free to browse my Pinterest Boards HERE for additional inspiration. 

Returning headshot clients get $50 off any package. 

Typically one. Occasionally two if it's a smaller session or a pick-up one look. You will never feel rushed or worry about interrupting another client. I ensure each client has my full attention. 

So glad you asked -- booking dates will be confirmed upon receiving a non-refundable retainer deposit of $150. The remaining balance is due within 24 hours prior to your session date. Click on the link below to schedule a discovery call before putting a deposit down. All other session details, tips, questionnaires, etc. will be delivered upon confirmation.

Since my days working in Los Angeles as a SAG-AFTRA actor, headshot photographer, and 15 years accumulated experience as an acting coach, I have developed a custom 4-page branding questionnaire to help each actor solidify their brand in this season of their career. 

Personal branding is basically the who behind the actor with headshots. With personal branding photos, we’re now introducing the why and telling a bit more of a story.

The term “personal branding” signifies that you are the brand. Therefore not only does the purpose of branding photos include putting a face to the name, but it’s also important to set yourself apart by telling the viewer [casting agent, manager, representation] something about your personality and style, who you are as an actor, the different types of roles you want to be considered for and or have portrayed in the past. This helps casting agents see you accurately!  

My industry standard personal branding actor headshots are much more intentional,  and more sophisticated and creative than your typical smiling or serious headshots. 

Yes! I'm a classically trained actress graduating with a BFA from Wayne State University in Detroit and have been on various theatre stages since 1995. My training also includes performing sketch comedy with numerous comedy troupes around the country all attributed from my years studying improvisation, plus taking sketch comedy writing classes at the prestigious Second City Training Center in Detroit and UCB in Los Angeles.

I co-owned & operated a thriving national touring theatre company educating our youth across 43 states for 9 years in North Carolina and then worked as a SAG-AFTRA actor and voice actor in the film and tv industry in Los Angeles and Detroit, as well as producing award winning shorts and two different web series. Sprinkled throughout the years, I've been an acting coach, drama teacher, camp theatre director and directed several plays and musicals on stage.