Pricing, travel, turnaround, drone licensing, file delivery — answered up front so there are no surprises.
Joe is based in Jamestown, NY and travels throughout Chautauqua County, NY and Warren County, PA. The first 30 miles of travel are included on every package. Common locations: Lakewood, Bemus Point, Mayville, Westfield, Falconer, Warren PA, Sugar Grove PA, Russell PA, Corry PA.
Yes — Joe holds an FAA Part 107 commercial drone pilot certification, which is the federal license required for paid drone work in the United States. Most regional photographers do not have this license.
The Full Wedding Video Package is $2,400. Includes two videographers, full-day coverage with synced audio, a cinematic highlight film, full ceremony edit, speeches and toasts. Files delivered on a keepsake USB drive plus downloadable. Drone aerials available.
Listing photo packages start at $175 for 15-20 interior and exterior images, HDR-blended for accurate light. Add drone aerials for $50, or upgrade to the Full Package at $650 which includes all listing photos plus a complete property video with drone.
Same-day or next-day editing is typical for portraits and listing photos. Wedding films take longer because of the complexity of the edit. Joe replies to most inquiry messages within a few hours.
Custom drone photography starts at $95 for up to 4 full-resolution aerial images. Real estate drone video starts at $300 for a 1-3 minute Full HD video. Drone is also available as a $50 add-on to any listing photo package.
Travel under 30 miles is always included. Beyond that:
Files are delivered as a digital download. Print orders go through Joe's ShootProof gallery, where you can purchase prints, canvas, and digital files at any time.
Wedding bookings require a deposit to hold the date. Other shoots typically don't — but talk to Joe directly to confirm what makes sense for your booking.
Joe will work with you to reschedule at no charge if the weather makes the shoot impossible. For weddings, contingency plans are part of the two pre-wedding planning meetings.
Yes. Corporate headshots are $250 travel + $50 per photo, with a volume discount of $75/photo for 10 or more staff. Travel time, setup, and full post-processing are all included.