FAQ

January 25, 2009 on 11:22 pm | In Information | 1 Comment

As we get more questions in, we will update this page.

How do I find out about events?
Every event should be well announced. Check the blog. The “host” of the event will more than likely promote it as well. If it is an open public event and is scheduled well in advance, it should be in the monthly ad in SHE Magazine, too.

How can I host an event?
Please contact us at 843-665-4646 or send an e-mail to collin@cmsmithportraits.com.

Is there a minimum number of people for an event to host?
Because of the time involved in this project, we are asking for a minimum of 10 images, not people. A family of 5 could have the family photographed, each child (3) individually and the kids together for a total of (5) images. (Total of $500 for 5 digital images) That is half way there.

Can I have my portrait created any way I want?
No. We have come up with a specific look for this campaign that we feel is a very versatile look that can be used by just about everyone. Plus, I do still have my full time studio that you can come to for more specific needs.

Do I get all of the photographs taken on CD?
Once the session is completed and we get back to the studio and download all images, we will select the best one to send to you. You will receive one digital image per “order.” So, if you are only wanting a family portrait, we will photograph your family and send you the one image that we feel is the best one. (there may be others that we really like, too, and we will send a proof version to you. You will have the option of purchasing them for an additional $100 per image) If you have your family and children photographed ($100 for the family image and $100 for the children image) we will send the best image to you and any proofs we feel there may be an interest in. Again, the additional portrait images can be purchased for $100 each.

Great, I have a digital image, but where do I get it printed?
When you receive your digital image, I will also send information for places to have your digital image printed into a great portrait. You can send it to Sam’s if you want, but there are other options that you can send it to so that you may have a finished portrait for your wall.

Can I come into the studio anytime and have this done?
The $100 Portrait Project has a specific purpose and look. Because of this, special events will be held or hosted.

Can I get mine in color?
Because of the unknowns in printing, we are only offering these as black and white images. From this, you can choose to have them printed as black and white or sepia (brown tone).

How many events can I attend?
You may attend or host as many as you would like. If you bring a baby to an event one month, you can attend another event in a couple of months to capture that new stage of life. Because this is to raise money for The Children’s Miracle Network, we encourage you to participate as often as you would like.

How is this different from Collin M. Smith Portrait Photography, your main studio?
The $100 Portrait Project is a specific look at specific events for a specific digital image. Sessions will be very minimal in time, but as you can see on the blog posts and “the look” page, we are able to get several looks in a small amount of time. Collin M. Smith Portrait Photography is customized to your specific needs. Also, with the $100 Portrait Project, you are receiving the digital image to print; with Collin M. Smith Portrait Photography, we schedule the session and you order individual portraits and DO NOT receive any digital portrait images.