FAQ

To prepare for your session, get a good night's sleep, stay hydrated, and avoid any new skincare products that might cause irritation. Plan your outfits ahead of time and ensure they are clean and wrinkle-free. Solid colors and simple patterns work best. Avoid logos and overly busy designs. If you have specific poses or styles in mind, feel free to share them with us before the session.

Choose outfits that make you feel confident and comfortable. Solid colors and simple patterns work best, avoiding logos or overly busy designs. Bring a variety of options, including different colors and styles, to get a range of looks.

Absolutely! Personal items or props can add a unique touch to your photos. Whether it's a musical instrument, object from your favorite activity, or anything else that represents you, feel free to bring it along.

If the weather is not cooperating, we will reschedule the session at no additional cost to you. We want to ensure you have the best possible conditions for your photos.

Most sessions are 1 hour and 15 minutes. More time can be added if needed at an additional cost.

One friend is more than welcome to come, especially if it helps you feel more relaxed. Having someone familiar nearby can make the experience more enjoyable and comfortable.

Absolutely! Using the science behind body language, we will guide you through the shoot with poses that match how you want to portray yourself. Our goal is to make you look and feel your best.

On-location shoots can be shot at multiple locations, provided they are within walking distance. If you provide a location you'd like to shoot at, we will scout the area for multiple possible spots to ensure we get a variety of beautiful backgrounds.

Turnaround time is generally one week. We take care to ensure each image is perfectly edited, working with a top-of-the-line colorist to enhance the colors and details, ensuring your photos look stunning.

Headshot sessions will include all files plus 5 retouched images, while portrait sessions will have a minimum of 15 images. We aim to provide you with a diverse selection of the best shots from your session.

Yes, all photos will be uploaded to a gallery where you can download the full-resolution files. This makes it easy for you to share and print your images as you wish.

At this time, we do not offer prints or albums.

As the photographer, I retain the copyright to all images taken during the session. However, you will receive a non-exclusive license to use the images for personal purposes.

If you would like to use the photos for commercial purposes, please contact us to discuss obtaining the necessary rights and any associated fees. Commercial usage typically requires a different agreement.

We may use selected photos from your session for marketing, portfolio, website, and social media purposes. If you prefer not to have your images used in this way, please let us know.

Absolutely! You are welcome to share your photos on social media. We appreciate it if you give credit to Chiaro-scuro Photography by tagging our account or mentioning our name in your posts.

We offer headshot, portrait, and family photography. We also provide event photography. If you have something in mind that isn't listed, please contact us to discuss your specific needs.

Booking a session is easy! You can book directly through our website by selecting your desired service and available time slot. Alternatively, you can contact us via email or phone to schedule your session.

Yes, we require a $100 booking fee for all shoots. This cost goes toward the total amount of the shoot. You will not lose the booking fee if you reschedule at least 24 hours before your scheduled shoot.

We accept credit cards, Google Pay, and Apple Pay through our website. We also accept Zelle, Venmo, and PayPal.

We require more than 24 hours' notice for rescheduling. If you need to reschedule your session, please contact us as soon as possible to avoid losing your booking fee.