Hey - I'm Mike! Nice to see you 👋
I'm a Manhattan-based photographer originally from Spring Hill, FL. After receiving a BFA in Acting from Florida State in 2011, I moved to the city to pursue a career on stage. Living in this big, beautiful, but very humbling city has shaped and redirected my main avenue of storytelling from acting to photography, and I just feel incredibly grateful to be doing what I do.
Take a look around - reach out here if you have any questions!
Location
I'm located on the corner of Haven Ave & 170th st in Washington Heights, right down the street from New York-Presbyterian Hospital. I shoot home studio! The most convenient train station is the 168th (1) (A) (C).
Studio Rates
Headshot Package - $500
An ideal session for anyone needing to update their legit/commercial headshots.
••• Package basics;
≈ 1.5 hours of shoot time
• private online gallery
• (4) looks
• (2) backdrop colors
• (2) retouched images
• a full download of all your images
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Portrait Package - $650
This is geared toward the person that needs "a whole lot of everything". We'll grab headshots, full-body editorials, whatever we need. This package is the most flexible.
••• Package basics;
≈ 2.5 hours of shoot time
• private online proof gallery
• no "look limit"
• (3) backdrop colors
• multiple lighting setups
• (13) final images
•• (3) retouched images
•• (10) color-corrected images
Proofs from this package are not permitted to be downloaded, posted, or printed.
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Student Package- (contact me for current rate)
The student package provides young actors the opportunity to capture legit/commercial headshots as well as an "editorial style" look.
••• Package basics;
≈ 2 hours of shoot time
• private online proof gallery
• no "look limit"!
• (2) backdrop colors
• headshot & editorial lighting setups
• (8) final images
••(2) retouched images
••(6) color-corrected images
Proofs from this package are not permitted to be downloaded, posted, or printed.
This package is reserved for individuals currently attending university.
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Extras
• Additional edited photos || retouched photo - $40 || color-corrected photo - $15
• RUSH edit || 48 hour turnaround time - $40
• Makeup artist || rates range from $150 - $175
Current Colors
Check out my backdrops! I also left a color wheel with some basic color theory reminders.
Frequently Asked Questions
• What's the difference between a "retouched" and a "color - corrected" image?
Retouching a photo includes cleaning up blemishes, softening contours, smoothing skin, fixing stray hairs, etc. This is the "detail work" typically desired in a lead headshot / a photo that will be printed.
A "color correction" deals in larger strokes - think of it more like setting the mood and colors of the image. Retouched photos are also color corrected.
• Can I bring a friend to my session?
Sorry! Due to Covid 19, clients are not permitted to bring guests to their session.
• How long will it take to get my photos after we shoot?
Clients will receive an email with their proof gallery within 4 business days of their photo session. Final images are delivered 2 - 3 weeks after a client submits their edit selection.
• Do I get to keep all of my photos?
It depends on the package! Check the package details to see how many "final images" are delivered.
• Can I post or print from my proof gallery?
Images in a proof gallery are for selection purposes only. Please do not share, save or print from a proof gallery.
• How long will I have access to my proof gallery? Can I purchase more photos at a later date?
Absolutely! Clients retain access to a proof gallery for 6 months. Feel free to make another selection at any time and share it with me! Pricing for additional work can be found under "Studio Rates".
• I need an image very soon! Can I expedite an edit?
Yes! $40 for a 48-hour turnaround.
• I'm not seeing a package that fits what I'm looking for. Do you offer custom packages?
Yes! For all other inquires, please feel free to message me through the contact me tab!