We start building your shoot by identifying gaps in your portfolio and deciding what we want the shoot to look like. If you want to get placed with particular agencies or booked for specific types of work, you need to have work that appeals to them in your portfolio!

For example, maybe you want to book more editorials, but you mostly have commercial-style images in your book. Or you want to get placed in a larger market like New York or Los Angeles and need more refined images to help you meet the standard.

We'll identify who some of your target clients and agencies are, and build a concept that speaks to them. My favorite way to communicate ideas and make sure we’re on the same page is to use mood boards and inspiration images. Mood boards help to dictate styling, location, and the overall feel of the shoot. If you have specific images that capture what you like about a brand or management company, send them to me so I can better visualize what you have in mind.

If you're currently signed to an agency, you're also welcome to loop in your agent so I can better understand their development and marketing strategy for you, and ensure our shoot supports those goals.

Once we've decided on the look and feel of your shoot, I use that to assemble the shoot details like where the shoot will take place, what time of day and lighting will look best, what to wear for each look, and how to do your hair and makeup.

Each test shoot includes 2-4 looks. You can either bring your own wardrobe, or add on styling services to have me or one of my preferred stylists pull clothing for you. We can also hire a team to do makeup and/or hair if desired.

Shoot day is where the creative magic happens! I like to shoot in a refined, editorial style but keep a positive, light attitude on set.

I have worked with people of all experience levels, so even if it's your first time in front of the camera, I can help you look your best. I have a knack for bringing a high-end look out of just about anybody!

After the shoot, my job continues with culling the images and putting on the finishing touches for delivery. A lot of work goes into each image, including color grading, skin and hair retouching, cleaning up the background, etc.

Retouching is a part of my artistic process, and as a general rule, I like to keep things looking polished but not over-edited.

Clothing is key to a successful shoot. The benefit to having styling guidance included in your shoot is that you have someone with an eye for what pieces will match best with your concept, elevate your look, support your career strategy, and work together cohesively.

I can send recommendations and inspiration for outfits that will help bring your vision to life, and on the day of the shoot, I'll put things together from the clothing options you bring for a high-end, refreshed result.

If you'd like me or one of my preferred stylists to take care of the wardrobe and pull clothing for you, we can add that to your package for an additional fee.

For most concepts, you’ll only need minimal, natural makeup and hair for your test shoot and can probably do it yourself. However, if you want everything to look even more put together or your desired concept is something more art-driven, we can add a professional hair and makeup artist. Rates vary by artist, but generally range from $300+ for one look to $400+ for two looks.

Some concepts may be more suited to an indoor or studio location. Studios are rented hourly and pricing can vary depending on where they are located and how long your shoot is. If you’d like to shoot in a studio, the rental fee will be added to your base package rate.

Generally speaking, outdoor locations are free of additional charge unless a permit is required to shoot there, or if it’s a unique, private location that requires a rental fee.