DISCOVER ETHOS... PORTRAITS TO CAPTURE YOUR SPIRIT AND PERSONALITY
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
1. I
received a invitation for a free studio photo shoot with Ethos. What’s
the catch?
There is no catch! We regularly organise promotions to give a few
people the chance to experience Ethos for themselves at no cost to
them. Since we normally charge £70 for a 90 minutes photo shoot, this
is a great opportunity to have some exciting, relaxed and innovative
portraits taken of yourself and your family without worrying about
paying a fee upfront.
2. Can I buy the
images from my photo shoot on disc?
We
like to keep some control over the way our images are presented,
therefore we choose not to sell digital files. However, when you come
in for your ordering session, you will have the opportunity of
purchasing a DVD version of the slideshow presented to you. This is
agreat product with will allow you to see all images from your show
again and again, on your DVDplayer or personal computer.
3. How much
does a photo shoot cost?
A 90 minutes photo shoot at the Ethos studio in St Mellion costs £70.
This fee also covers the preview appointment where we present you with
an exciting projected slideshow for you to review and select your
favourite portraits.
4. Do I get
a free photo with my photo shoot?
The session fee doesn’t normally include a complimentary portrait.
However, we regularly run promotions to introduce new customers to our
studio, which will often include a product with the session fee. To
find out more about these promotions, please contact the studio or
visit our special offer page.
5. Will I
need to pay anything when I book an appointment?
As a sign of good faith, we require a £15 booking fee, payable by debit
or credit card at time of booking. We will refund this fee when you
attend your photo shoot, or we will be happy to credit this amount
towards your portraits order.
6. Can I buy
prints without frames?
To guarantee that the style of portraiture Ethos is renowned for is
displayed in the best possible way, we prefer not to sell loose prints.
We have carefully selected a range of products and frames to match our
contemporary and highly personalised photography to your lifestyle and
your budget. However, we have do sell sets of 7"x5" mounted prints
which make perfect presents for families and friends.
7. How much
do your portraits cost?
Our products range from £36 for mounted prints, going up to £775 for
stunning wall displays. Our frames and styles are selected to
accommodate varied lifestyles, interiors, and budgets. Whether it is
the elegant Stele or the minimalistic Myriad , we can guarantee there
is an Ethos product for your home. Why not have a look at our products
page and see which range best defines you?
8 . Do you take
appointments at the weekend?
We can offer appointments for photo shoots as well as previews on
Saturdays, but the studio is closed on Sundays . Because we are at our
busiest at the weekend, we offer appointments after school hours and
early evening so we can usually offer you a booking suitable for all
the family with minimal waiting time.
11.
Do I get to see my pictures straight away?
No. At the end of your photo shoot, we will arrange a second
appointment at the studio so you can see a projected slideshow of your
images. Once you have seen the brilliant set of photographs we will
have designed for you (around 30 to 40), we will discuss with you the
best combinations between images and products so you can display your
Ethos portraits in a totally personalised way.
12.
Can you photograph pets?
Yes. If pets are part of your family then your portraits may not feel
complete without them so we endeavour to accommodate them where
possible. Please discuss this at the time of booking so that that we
can make the appropriate preparations and advise you on the best way to
keep your pet content during the session. Please note that from our
experience even the most confident cats can become nervous when they
see flashes.
13.
Can you photograph big groups?
Yes we can, but only up to a maximum of ten adults. Greater numbers may
be possible if the group consists of small children, please discuss
with the photographer when booking your session.
14. Do you do black
and white pictures as well as colour?
Yes. We are a fully digital studio so all of your pictures are
available in black and white as well as colour. During your preview,
your images will be presented in a format the photographer’s experience
and eye judge to be the most appropriate in bringing out the spirit of
each individual image. However you can discuss having a black and white
image as colour and vice versa during your preview.
15.
What happens if I need to rebook my photo shoot or preview appointment?
As a small locally run studio our time is very precious and booking
times do fill up quickly. However, we do appreciate that unforeseen
circumstances can mean that you have to rebook your photo shoot or
preview appointment. All we can ask is that you give us ample notice of
a cancellation where possible. We would also advise that you rebook at
the same time so that we have the best chance of finding a time
suitable for you. Should you miss an appointment without giving us any
notice, we reserve the right to charge a £15 cancellation fee or
wisdraw any promotional voucher you may hold..
16.
I would like my family photographed in a traditional style. Can you do
that?
Our clientele choose us over other portrait photographers for our
unique skills in creating contemporary photographic art that captures
people’s spirit and personality. We will discuss your requirements with
you to produce portraits that suit your individual tastes but our style
cannot be described as traditional in any way. Our experience shows
that clients with more classic tastes often end up being the most
enthusiastic about their Ethos portraits, simply because we have
captured something about their family that no one else had done before.
