Shelby Ann Foto

Serves Lemon Grove, CA

35244

Hired 153 times

1 employee

5 years in business

$450

5.0

This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, Credit card, Stripe, Venmo, and Zelle.

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Shelby Fero
Completed on 11/14/2021

Introduction

OCTOBER DATES AVAILABLE: NONE Fun and thoughtful photo shoots for all your family, newborn, event, or portrait needs! The best part of my job is a happy customer. Check out my website for all my info and portfolio, or find me on Instagram! Let’s bring your vision to life! Pricing begins at 30 minute sessions All photos shot with SONY a7 III, files delivered at 300dpi ******Please note: due to COVID, if we're shooting newborn portraits indoors I will rapid test the morning of the shoot, and ask a member from the household also test.

Q&A

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?

Every hour I spend shooting actually requires around 8-12 hours when I include travel, shooting, file/project management, and editing. That's sort of what I keep in mind when I come up with pricing or budgets. For shoots that require more or less time, the budget increases or decreases proportionally. My base prices are for 30 minute mini sessions, and we do pay for all leads so making sure you select the correct information is a big help on our end ^-^ You can pay by electronic invoice with card, Zelle, or mailed check. **$50 deposit required to hold a date starting for jobs booked on or past 5/1/2023

What is your typical process for working with a new customer?

During our consult, we’ll pin down the location of the shoot, as well as discuss any outfit or location changes. We’ll discuss what vibe and look the client is going for to help me prepare my equipment. UP to the day of the shoot I invite the client to email/share any photo inspo they find. The day of our shoot, I arrive 20-30 minutes to scope out location and prep my equipment. You should be make up ready by shoot time — although I’m happy to help with final adjustments. After our shoot, I’ll deliver the client a digital album with edited options. I include an extra round of edits for free based on client feedback. The finished album is delivered digitally. Prints available through my website or download and use your favorite service.

What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?

I’ve been a professional creative for ten years, adding professional personal photography to my resume about 5 years ago. Since moving back to the Bay from Los Angeles, I’m looking forward to provide high quality services to all who need them.

What types of customers have you worked with?

All kinds!! I’ve done photos for corporate events, personal events, headshots, editorial advertisements, and engagements. It’s about making the client comfortable and fulfilling their individual needs and vision. I *love* a surprise proposal.

What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a provider in your area of work?

Always ask if they’re willing to consult with you before the shoot! I provide a free 30 minute phone consult to address client’s ideas, needs, concerns, and hopes for their shoot.

What questions should customers think through before talking to professionals about their project?

Try to find some examples of things you have strong reactions to -- whether positive or negative! Finding examples from my portfolio you like or dislike also helps me know what type of photo you're looking for. There are really so many ways to take and edit a photo, so having an example on hand and in mind is indispensable.