Thank you for your interest in creating a model portfolio! Please see the available packages and rates below. Options for hair and makeup are at bottom.
Portfolio Package – $600
Our most popular option, the “Portfolio” package is tailored to models who want to completely redo their portfolio, or for new models who are starting from scratch. The “Portfolio” package includes the following:
- A full range of looks with unlimited variations within the time frame of the shoot.
- 2 hours in photo studio
- 10 fully retouched images, including skin detail work, color toning, slimming where needed, etc.
- Posing instructions, industry tips, agency information, etc.
- Both fashion and commercial images in order to appeal to all markets, including NYC. (fashion images can be substituted if you are strictly a commercial model.)
Update Package – $450
The “Update” package is ideal for models who need to refresh their portfolios.* The “Update” package includes the following:
- Focus on 4 key looks most commonly used by modeling agencies, including a) portrait b) fashion c) commercial d) fitness (substitutions allowed) .
- 1 hour duration in photo studio
- 5 fully retouched images, including skin detail work, color toning, slimming where needed, etc.
*The update package is not ideal for new or inexperienced models who require training, posing help, etc. The “portfolio package” above is a better fit.
Editorial Package – $1500
The “Editorial” package is our most comprehensive option, for those looking for as fashion photography shoot with a full team of talent. The “Editorial” package includes the following:
- An agency represented hair and makeup artist experienced in fashion and editorial imagery. The hair and makeup artist will stay for the duration of the shoot and make unlimited changes and looks as needed. The hair and makeup artist will be a current working professional within the modeling and fashion industry.
- An agency affiliated wardrobe stylist experienced in fashion and editorial imagery. The stylist will consult with you on your taste and sizes, and bring 5 to 6 full looks for you to wear during the shoot. The stylist will remain on set throughout the shoot to make sure the clothes look neatly styled, including clips, pins, etc. The stylist works as a second set of eyes to make sure the images are at the highest level of refinement.
- 3 to 4 hours in photo studio
- 15 fully retouched images, including skin detail work, color toning, slimming where needed, etc.
- 9×12 prints of the 15 retouched images delivered to your home. The prints are appropriately sized to fit in your model portfolio.
Additional Options for all shoots*
Hair and Makeup Artist- $250
The hair and makeup artist is a valuable part of any photoshoot. Our hair and makeup artists are working artists within the industry, with direct commercial experience. As a result, they understand the best hair and makeup looks for actual working models. Additionally, they stay for the entire shoot, and perform touchups or additional looks when needed at no extra charge.
Wardrobe Stylist – $250 – $350 variable by options
The wardrobe stylist is also a working professional within the industry, and has direct knowledge about the best looks to achieve commercial success. By working with an industry professional with commercial experience, the wardrobe stylist is able to offer a unique perspective on the looks most desired by commercial clients. The wardrobe stylist consults with you before the shoot, gathers your sizes and style preferences, and then shops for the wardrobe. They bring the clothes to your shoot, and remain for the duration of the shoot and make sure the clothes look great, including clipping, pinning, etc. After the shoot, the stylist is responsible for returning the clothing to stores or boutiques, leaving you with less to worry about.
The stylists rates are variable as follows:
$250 – 3 to 4 looks
$300 – 5 to 6 looks
$350 – 8 to 10 looks
* The “Editorial” package already includes the hair and makeup artist and wardrobe stylist within the listed rate.