Portraits – Prices and Packages

Here is quick and simple Step-by-Step description of the process of having your portraits done at DT Studios.

There are several ways to make your appointment, either call us (315) 452-1456, or you can make your appointment request online (see ‘Make an Appointment online’ under the ‘Portraits’ tab on any web page). To confirm your day & time and reserve your appointment you will be asked to make a $100 prepayment within a day or two. This payment will be credited and applied toward your final invoice.

Your portrait session can be very simple (one outfit & one background) or it can be more involved (several outfit changes and backgrounds). It’s totally up to you. For each outfit or background you elect to be photographed in, we take a wide variety of photos, poses and camera angles. You can expect around 100 images from each outfit you are photographed in, so you will have plenty of images to choose from.

• 1 outfit and 1 background session [$29.00].
• Each additional outfit or background added to above session [$20.00].

Generally, each outfit or background change takes around 15-20 minutes to complete, and will include 8-10 different poses. Each session is a little different and we do like to relax and have some fun while we get to know you. Therefore the above numbers can (and do) easily grow. We do not overbook, so we have the freedom to extend most of our sessions.

At the end of each session we like to conclude with a fun 10-15 minute outdoor sitting. We keep our studio grounds well manicured and we have 4-5 locations we like to use for a more natural background and lighting.

Once your session is done, you will receive an e-mail along with a link to your online proof gallery and a password (usually within an hour or so). There you can view and choose your favorites. You will notice that all the proofs in your gallery appear in raw form, exactly as they came out of the camera (not yet edited or retouched). All the images you select as your favorites will undergo a very thorough editing/retouching process.

Every image you choose as a favorite undergoes a thorough and complete editing process to bring out the very best in your images. We eliminate any undesirables and enhance every visible feature in a tasteful and light handed way. Editing can be (and often is) over done or under done by inexperienced photographers. We are imaging specialists and we know how to strike the narrow balance between reality and fantasy.

Next comes your print order. Just simply e-mail us your order info. or you can call. Either way is fine. If we have any questions about your order we will let you know. If you have ordered anything that requires you approval we will send a proof prior to printing. You will then receive your final invoice showing any balance due. After your payment has been received (online or by check) we will ship your prints directly to your home.