RATES / FAQ

My rates will always be listed and updated on this page. Feel free to shoot me an email at tyler@typierce.com or give me a call at 818.726.0546 to chat about what you’re looking for.

Yes. You need to sign an Image Release Form prior to your session. This form essentially allows us to take your picture and outlines and any additional information. The form can be filled out and signed online and will email you a copy.

Current rates will always be reflected here on the Rates page.

Active duty military with ID, veterans, law enforcement, first responders, healthcare workers, and teachers are eligible to receive $50 off of their session in addition to any current promotions. If you believe you qualify for this discount, you must request it specifically.

A ”look” is an outfit change to achieve a different visual style. Minor changes like adding or subtracting a jacket or glasses does not count as a separate look.

It essentially boils down to dressing as the best version of yourself and what makes you feel comfortable and confident. Whether it looks like you're getting ready for an important meeting with a big client or getting together with a friend for drinks at a trendy LA hotspot. Your headshot is a representation of you.

Generally, I suggest avoiding loud prints and patterns. Solid colors, simple cuts, and tasteful layers work best.

Regardless of session type, I recommend bringing a few backup options and varieties to your session.

Actors, bring a variety of styles based on what you would realistically be cast as for your character-type and age-range. Study similar characters in movies, commercials, and/or TV shows and see what they wear. Buy similar outfits and you won't have a problem. Even if you’re only shooting one look, bring a few backup options.

Professionals, bring a variety of styles. It depends on what industry you’re in and how you want to be portrayed in your headshot. We’ll discuss details and outfit choices prior to your shoot.

The length of a headshot session varies based on three main factors: hair and makeup, how many looks we’re shooting, and how comfortable you are in front a camera. For the average person, there is generally a 10-20 minute warmup period when they start to relax and feel comfortable in front of the camera. For actors, models, and anyone familiar with being front of a camera, this normally isn’t a problem. The first look is generally the longest. Though my rates aren’t based on the length of a session, this is a general guide as what to expect:

1 LOOK: 45 min (± 15 min)
2 LOOKS: 1 hour (± 30 min)
3 LOOKS: 1.5 hours (± 30 min)
4 LOOKS: 2 hours (± 30 hr)

*Multiple-employee sessions that are on-location are generally 5-15 minutes per person. The time for principles and executives vary and is dependent on the number of locations and looks.

Yes, having a makeup artist that knows how to style for headshot photography is highly recommended. By not hiring a makeup artist could potentially end up costing you more if you need to retake your headshots with a makeup artist. Invest in a makeup artist, you’ll thank yourself when you get the final product.

Having just moved to Paso Robles, I'm still building my network and will have makeup artist recommendations soon.

*If booking a hair and makeup artist for your session, please coordinate and perform services with them prior to your session time. Hair and makeup services may done in-studio or on-site prior to your scheduled time.

To book a headshot session, there is a $100 non-refundable deposit. The deposit is applied towards the session. Deposits are payable online at: www.typierce.com/deposit

All other shoots vary. Please contact us for details.

Every headshot client receives a personal proofing gallery emailed to them within 24 hours of their session, generally same-day. All client pages are secured with PIN code included in the proofing gallery delivery email.

To access your client page, visit www.typierce.com/clients and search your name in the search bar. Click on your name and you'll be redirected to your personal client page.

Or you can visit your personal client page directly. If your name is John Smith, your personal client link will look something like this: www.typierce.com/clients/john-smith

You get hi-res and lo-res versions of the final retouched images included in your session, not the RAW/original images. If you would like all of the original images from the session, you may purchase them for an additional fee. Original images will be delivered as a digital download in JPEG format.

If you need to cancel or reschedule your session, please let us know as soon as possible.

You have 30 days from the original session date to reschedule and shoot your rescheduled session, subject to availability. If the rescheduled session falls outside of 30 days from the original session date a new deposit must be paid to schedule a new session.

General headshots: Optional. Everything is shot in my studio in Newbury Park but will travel to and set up at your location for an additional fee.

Companies with multiple employees: Yes. I set up a portable, professional studio at your office or location of choice. That way we can photograph multiple employees, principals, and executives in a single day. A travel fee applies.

Day rate shoots: Optional. Everything is shot in my studio in Newbury Park, a rented studio for maximum control of light and detail, or on-site for an additional fee.

Food photography: Yes. Ideally this is shot in-studio with a kitchen for maximum control over lighting, detail, and styling. However, a portable studio can be brought on-site to your location for an additional fee.

Cash, credit, or debit card. Sorry, no checks, Venmo, or Zelle. Invoices can also be paid by credit/debit card at www.typierce.com/pay

Please note that there is a 3% surcharge in-person and 3.5% surcharge online for credit/debit cards.

Nope! I photograph food, products, and commercial imagery. Fill out the Project Request form to get started.