Frequently Asked Questions

We struggle using photographs, even great ones, in ways that have impact and get engagement. Can you help with that?

Absolutely.

I am a picture editor, as well as a photographer, and have learned great results are the outcome of thorough planning, a smart process, and thoughtful picture selection.

Let’s talk about the audience you want to reach, the emotions to engage, the communication channels that make sense, and the actions you want your audience to take. Clarity around those things will bring clarity around the pictures that will work best.

Do you ever consider donating your photography and time in exchange for photo credit and social media exposure?

It’s hard for me to say no to that because this work matters deeply to me … but the reality is I do not.

Projects are priced on a cost plus (very) small creative fee basis. It’s the best I can do to make this as affordable as possible.

No, I’ll never get rich with that pricing model … but that’s never been the point. I don’t expect it is for you either.

How can we control costs so we can afford to work together?

I am very low maintenance, so there’s that. :-)

Typically I stay in facilities you provide, eat meals with you and your team, and travel with you (or in a vehicle you provide). By working with resources you already have available expenses stay low.

My only concerns are for health and safety, since (obviously) I can’t be productive if I’m sick, or if my gear is stolen.

How many photos will we receive?

I typically shoot hundreds to thousands of photographs on assignment, making 25-50 photos of most situations to get the specific image I’m after. From those, I edit the images to include a varied collection of the best images.

Every assignment is different, but suffice it to say that you will receive a generous collection of photographs that gives you plenty of options for achieving the content goals we identified in our planning sessions.

How quickly are photos delivered once you’ve completed your work?

Commonly, there will be different urgency for different content. We’ll agree in advance on specific timeframes, so you have what you need, when you need it.

If there is no particular urgency, you can expect to have an edited selection, ready to review, within 15 days of my wrapping up our project (or a given phase).

Once you’ve made your selections, final, professionally-prepared images will be available within 15 days, depending on quantity.

Why would any NPO choose to not work with you?

Hmmm. Nothing comes to mind. ;-))