A lot of first-time clients come in uncertain about what's going to happen. They've seen the results they want on Instagram, they've decided to book a photographer, and now they're not sure what the actual experience looks like. Here's a complete picture of how it goes.
Before the shoot: the brief
Before anything is confirmed, I'll ask some questions: what's the purpose of the photos, what locations are you considering, are there any specific shots you need, do you have reference photos? This isn't bureaucracy — it's how I make sure the shoot delivers what you actually want rather than what I assumed you wanted.
If you don't have answers to all of those questions, that's fine. We can figure it out together. But come with at least one reference photo and a rough sense of what you want to use the photos for.
Booking and preparation
Once we've aligned on scope, I'll confirm the date, time, and location. I'll tell you what to do to prepare the car: wash it, dry it thoroughly, clean the wheels, wipe the interior surfaces. If there are specific details you want documented — engine bay, engine parts, interior — have those areas clean and accessible.
Pick your location in advance if possible. If you're not sure, I can suggest spots based on your area and the car's aesthetic.
On the day
I typically arrive a bit early to assess the light and mentally plan the shot list. When you arrive, we'll do a quick walk-round of the car together so I understand its condition and you can point out anything specific.
For a typical single-car shoot, expect 1.5 to 3 hours on location. Longer if we're chasing multiple lighting conditions or if you want a large variety of shots.
I'll direct the car's position throughout the shoot — moving it for different angles, adjusting for light direction. You're welcome to watch, give input, or come back after and let me work. Both approaches are fine.
After the shoot: editing and delivery
I'll comb through all the shots, select the strongest ones based on what we agreed on, and edit them for delivery. Standard turnaround is two to three days. If you have a specific deadline, say so during the brief and I'll confirm whether I can meet it.
Delivery is a shared folder of high-resolution JPEGs, edited and ready to use. Raw files are not included by default — if you need them, ask during the brief.
What if the shots aren't right?
If something's missing or not right, tell me. I'd rather fix it than have a client end up with a gallery they're not happy with. Most issues come from gaps in the brief — which is why I ask a lot of questions upfront.
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