How do I schedule a photoshoot at the Little Room Studio?
Call to schedule your date, time and then secure your appointment with a $50 Deposit.
-Call The Little Room Studio, 310 601 7727 to schedule your shoot
-Pay your $50 Deposit online to secure your appointment date and time and lock in your photo shoot pricing. Your shoot dates and times are not officially locked in until we recieve your deposit. The Little Room Studio will send you a PayPal Invoice via email so you can pay your deposit from the convenience of your own home.
-Once you have booked your appointment and paid your deposit a confirmation email will be sent with a photo shoot questionaire. Fill the Questionaire out as completely as possible and hit the "submit" button at the bottom 3 days before your shoot. The Little Room Studio Team will review it and get back to you with any questions or answers that you require. The Questionaire is where you pick your photo shoot style and back drop choice.
Everything including the Kitchen Sink! (JK)
* Always Fill out the PhotoShoot Questionaire, it will help you get clear on the details of your shoot
Actor's / Model's List
-Wardrobe Changes & Changing Robe*
> Bring wardrobe you are complimented in, colors that bring out your eyes, clothing that fits well and is lint and wrinkle free. (we have a steamer for occasional wrinkles) Changing robe is necessary for Boudior, Pin Up or swimsuit shoots only.
- Accessories (ie jewelry, belts, hats, scarves, ties, shoes)
- Make-up (Regardless of the Hire of Make Up Artist)
- Hairbrush, Hair Accessories and Appliances
- Contact Lenses (if applicable)
- Props (Fabric, Pillows, Laptops, Briefcase, Personal Touches, Etc)
Regarding Props: you are more than welcome to use any of the Props that we have at The Little Room Studio, bringing your own Props however adds a more personal touch to your photos.
Optionals:
- Spanx, if your curves need smoothing :)
3-5 Business Days *Project Pending
You will receive a CD with all of your photos on the same day as your shoot. You will also receive a password to view your photos in your personal online boutique. We generally have a 3-5 business days turn around on final retouched photos. This time frame depends on how many photos you pick for re-touching. We recommend either printing 4 x 6 Prints of the photos you are considering or putting your favorites in the "favorites folder" in your online boutique, this is a great way to share your photos with friends and colleagues to narrow down your selections for re-touching. Show them to your team (agent, manager etc.) if you have one and have them initial the backs of their favorites to help you narrow it down. Your commercial agent will likely want a different pic than your theatrical agent. Get as much feedback as you can and then make your final decisions.
Re-touching is basic only with 1 revision - special requests will incur extra charges
*Website Packages have a varying turn around depending on how many pages are ordered and how quickly you submit the required information. Generally, the $199.00 Actor's One Page takes 1-3 business days.
Yes, A Deposit is required to reserve your appointment.
Yes, there is a Non Refundable Deposit to secure your photo shoot appointment. Each shoot has a specific deposit ranging from $50-$150. Please see Pricing section for deposit details. The deposit is put towards the balance of your shoot.
First you schedule your photoshoot over the phone. Next, TLRS will send you an invoice for your deposit. You make your deposit online through either Pay Pal or Credit Card. Your photoshoot appointment is not locked down until the deposit is received. Next the Little Room Studio sends you a confirmation email confirming the deposit was received and confirming the date and time of your shoot. This confirmation email will contain a photo shoot questionnaire that you will fill out as completely as possible and submit to The Little Room Studio at least 3 days before your shoot time.
-You are allowed one re-schedule only 48 hours prior to your shoot time
-The Little Room Studio retains the deposit upon cancellation or no show
Flash Websites ROCK!!!
Most people would ask why Flash? Contrary to popular belief Flash websites are now searchable along with all pictures and text on your flash site. A Flash website looks very professional and is a great way to impress. Also, all paid hosting websites come with free google analytics so you could track who is coming to your site. This is a great tool to have.
The Little Room Studio has Flash Website packages starting at only $199 for an Actor's One Page Website - See Website Template Samples in the "Pick a Template" Section of our website.
* Disclaimer: Flash websites will not play on iPhone or iPads.
Yes, we prefer Go Daddy
Yes, it is recommended that you get your own URL. We recommend godaddy.com for this. They have 24/7 customer service 365 days a year. Believe us, we've called them at 3am and they've helped us and been very friendly and professional. Most URL's are under $10 for a whole year.
* See the next question regarding "Hosting Packages" for further info
Yes
The Little Room Studio works in conjunction with Wix.com. All of the templates supplied on our website are made possible through Wix's building platform. Once your website is completed, you can choose to do two things.
1. Not use a personal url (web address) and keep the Wix url (which includes Wix ads around your site). OR
2. Get your own url through GoDaddy for under $10 a year, and host your website with wix for only $9.90/month (this will insure that the Wix ads are gone and your website is redirected to your url.
3. We also recommend using Google analytics with option 2. it tracks who comes to your site and where they are located in the world and its FREE!
The Little Room Studio has outstanding make-up artists that will blow your mind and amaze you with their talent. Let us know what you need in advance and we will book the best person for your shoot.
No
Unfortunately the upstairs studio is not wheelchair accessible but we are more than happy to come to you for shooting if handicapped.
There are currently 10 backdrop choices available:
Absolutely!
We encourage you to bring anything you can to enhance your shoot experience
*Props can also help create the perfect ambience for your photo shoot set. Especially if you are doing the website package. Fabric that brings out your eyes, a favorite Chair, a music instrument, a textured rug, a Prop that indicates what you do in the world. Look through The Little Room Gallery to see what kinds of props have been used in the past. Bringing a prop that means something to you is always way better than using the photo studio props.
Examples of Props:
Mannequin, Microphones, Musical Instruments, Barbies, Books, Cookies, Teapots, Pickles & Chocolate, Baby Booties, Champagne Bottles, Suitcases, Suffed Animals, Fishing Pole, Laptop, Briefcase, Fitness Equipment, Various Hats, Umbrella, Giant Lollipops, Top Hat & Cane, Cigarette Holder, Magnifying Glass, Old Typewriter etc...
Yes!
Evening shoots are available as well as limited weekend hours
The Little Room Photo Studio is available 10am - 8pm Mon-Thurs and 10am-6pm Friday & Saturday. The studio is closed on Sundays.
For questions regarding specific date availability, please call The Little Room Studio 310 601 7727 or email Info_TheLittleRoomStudio.com
We prefer you to re-schedule :)
At this point you have paid your $50 deposit to secure your shoot. A cancellation or no show forfeits your deposit. We suggest that you re-schedule. When you re-schedule an appointment, please do so a minimum of 48 hours prior to your scheduled date and time otherwise you could lose your deposit. If you are re-scheduling with 48 hours notice, you can either reschedule a new date and time immediatly or call us back when convenient.
To re-schedule a photoshoot please call right away so we can offer your appointment space to a client on our wait list. If you cannot call, please email us promptly with "!!!RESCHEDULE!!!" written in the subject and provide at least 3 optional dates and times.The Little Room Studio will respond within 24 hours confirming your new date and time.
A no-show forfeits their $50 deposit
Contact us at Info_TheLittleRoomStudio.com
We love meeting talented people. Send your info with samples of your work to us at Info_TheLittleRoomStudio.com. Please put your name, contact number and profession in the subject of the email for easy reference. We will get in contact with you if we have any openings available on a trial basis.
Yes, but not recommended
We highly recommend the use of a profesiional make up artist to get the best results at your photo shoot. For Fashion shoots we have had mixed experiences with people doing their own hair and make up. We highly recommend that you hire a professional for the best results.
For all other types of shoots it depends on what you are going for but generally we still recommend that you hire or bring either a stylist or make up artist.
The Little Room Studio has a wonderful group of talented make up artists for hire.
If you are doing your own hair and make up please do so before you arrive for your shoot, you can do your own touch ups in the dressing room in between looks.
Yes, you may bring a friend for moral support or inspiration. We recommend you bring someone you trust and feel comfortable around and someone who you can put to work helping you with wardrobe etc. Please do not bring drama to the Little Room Studio. Please also limit yourself to no more than 2 friends unless they are part of your team ie: a make up artist or stylist.
$50 Deposit Due at Booking / Balance Day of Shoot
$50 Deposit is due to secure your date and time. Your shoot dates are not locked in until payment is received. You will follow the PayPal instructions in your confirmation email to process your deposit payment.
Standard Shoot:
The balance is due in full on the day of the shoot. The balance is payable in cash or through our paypal on the website.
Web Package:
50% of your balance is due the day of your shoot. The final balance is due when the website is complete. Websites will not be made active until full payment is received.
Everything!!!
We shoot bands, models, actors, derby dolls, radio personalities, suicide girls, actor headshots, comedic headshots, facebook photos, myspace photos, Linkdin photos, Twitter profile picture, pin-up photos, corporate headshots, real estate headshots, family portraits, character headshots, holiday portraits, child portraits, party photos, blogger photos, couples portraits, yoga photos, wedding photos, publicity photos, save the date photos, boudoir photos, fitness photos, website photos,product photos, jewelry, candy, etc...
If you don't see something listed, just ask us!!!
Basic Retouching includes the following;
- Adjusting Brightness, Contrast,
Sharpness, and color
- Add Depth and Dimension
- Lighten under eyes
- Soften minor wrinkles
- Erase blemishes
- Erase minor flyaway hairs
- Whiten teeth and eyes
Samples of retouching beyond the basic that incur extra charges:
Removing large protions of hair
Adding missing or chipped teeth, eyebrows, etc...
Changing or replacing eyes (i.e. eye color, or you had eyes shut in picture)
Removing glare from glasses
Removing wrinkles, freckles, sun spots, or other natural occurences
Making you slimmer or defining muscles
Adding or fixing make up
Enlarging body parts (i.e. breasts, butts, etc...)
Changing or removing background color
Evening out skin tone (face, body or both)
a "look" mostly refers to wardrobe changes;
We divide this shoot into segments that can be dedicated to a particular look you would like to achieve. For example, you may need a business headshot and choose 3 business looks, casual business, buttoned up business and a promotional look for a mailer, postcard or email signature. Or you may need only 1 business look, and want 2 looks for a dating site casual and dressy OR maybe you need an updated real estate photo and a comedic shot for your significant other OR 1 holiday look, 1 business look and a fun facebook look. If you purchase the professional make up upgrade then each look can also have a make up change, again it is best to start simple and then build to a more dramatic look.
Generally people divide their looks starting with a casual one or fitness look first, then a dressy casual look and then a dressy look third. Some people may want to focus their energy on just 2 looks that require a little more prep time, for instance a boudoir look and a rock n' roll look.
NOTE: Personal Props can greatly enhance a look and help to bring out your unique style.
* For author or actor headshots please consult with your team regarding your best looks and backdrop choices
Hair - Cuts should be done at least a week before do not do anything extreme
- Trim can be done 3 days prior
- Roots should be dyed 5 days prior
- Deep condition the day before only if you have prior experience with the product and know what to expect
Waxing - legs & bikini at least 3 days before, Eyebrows 1 week before
Manicure/Pedicure - 24-48 hours prior to shoot (bring polish for touch ups)
Exfoliate Lips - day of and hydrate with balm or chapstick (dead skin on lips can make them look pasty, we prefer juicy lips!)
Exfoliate Face - day of and apply oxygen face mask (dead skin on the face can accentuate wrinkles)
Eyebrows - pluck the day before and comb the day of, use setting gel if necessary
Skin - stay well hydrated and exfoliated all year long!!!
Facial - 5 Days Prior (Millenium has great 2 for 1 deals)
Korean Spa Scrub - day or two before for glowing skin (Olympic Spa Rocks!)
Drink lots of lemon water the week of shoot to achieve ph balance
Get plenty of sleep, 8 hours if possible the 3 nights before and avoid salty foods and alchohol the night before
Do not wear sox or bra the day of if shooting swimwear or boudoir
What should I bring to the photo shoot?
How long will it take to get my pictures or package?
Is there a deposit fee to retain my time slot?
Why Use Flash Websites?
How does this work?
Do I need my own URL (website address)?
Do I need a hosting Package for my website?
What is a basic photo retouch?
Is your location wheelchair accessible?
What are my back drop choices?
Can I bring my own backdrop and or props?
Are evening shoots available?
What if I have to cancel?
How can I work at The Little Room Studio?
Can I do my own make-up and hair?
Can I bring a friend?
When is payment due?
Could you recommend a make-up artist (MUA) & hair stylist?
What is a Basic Photo Retouch?
What does a "look" mean? (ie: 1-3 looks)?
How should I prepare for my shoot?
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