FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

 

 

 

 

 

ERIC VON LOCKHART

PHOTOGRAPHY & VIDEO PRODUCTIONS

 

NEW YORK   LOS ANGELES   LONDON   PARIS   MILAN

INTERNATIONAL

 

STUDIO 1 NYC, INC.

231 WEST 29 TH STREET, 9TH FLOOR

NEW YORK, NY  10001

PHONE: 212.268.4088   FAX:  212.268.4081

WWW.ERICVONLOCKHART.COM

INFO@ERICVONLOCKHART.COM

 

 

 


 

MAIN QUESTIONS

 

1.    10 Reasons Why You Should Hire Eric von Lockhart?

2.    Who is Eric von Lockhart?

3.    What is EVLP?

4.    What services are available?

5.    Tell me about Eric von Lockhart Video Productions.

6.    Individual Packages for Actors, Models, Beauty Pros, Business Execs and Entertainment / Music Pros

7.    Do you guarantee your work?  If I’m not satisfied, can I get a refund?

8.    What do I need to know about my first photo shoot?

9.    Do you offer a Free Consultation?

10.    Do you photograph children?

11.    ­Can you recommend a model, hairstylist, makeup artist or fashion stylist?

12.    Can I use my own beauty team?

 

USAGE

 

13.    Explain Usage

14.    Who owns the copyright for the images?

15.    How and where am I entitled to use the photos?

16.    What uses does my contract exclude?

17.    What is “photo credit” and how should I use it?

18.    Who is entitled to use the photographs once they have been taken?

19.    What will I get to keep after the photo shoot?

 

BOOKING & PAYMENT:

 

20.    What are your Booking Rules and Conditions?

21.    How much does a photo shoot cost?

22.    Do you use a Contract?

23.    Why do you require a Deposit?

24.    Why do you require an Advance?

25.    How can I book and pay for my photo shoot?

 

AVAILABILITY

 

26.    What is your availability and business hours?

27.    How far in advance should I book my photo shoot?

CANCELLATION:

 

28.    What is your Cancellation Policy?

29.    Explain Cancellation due to an Act of GOD?

30.    What if there is an unforeseen problem and I have to cancel my shoot at the last minute?

31.    What if my models or participants don’t show up, will I still have to pay?

STUDIO 1 NYC AND ON LOCATION:

 

32.    Do you shoot in a studio or on location?

33.    Where is your studio located?

 

34.    Can I stop by and see your studio?

35.    Is there a studio fee?

36.    What catering services do you use?

37.    What happens when my project is weather dependent?

38.    What is involved with going on location?

39.    ­­­How much space do I need for a photo shoot at my location?

40.    Can you pay for your travel expenses and we’ll reimburse you when you get here?

TECHNICAL QUESTIONS:

 

41.    Why do you prefer digital photography over film?

42.    What types of lighting do you use?

43.    Do you shoot in color or black and white?

44.    What is the difference in cost between color and B&W?

45.    Is retouching included or extra?  

 

MISCELLANEOUS:

 

46.    How do I get prints or other materials made?

47.    Do I have to be present at the shoot?

48.    Do you pay for Referrals?

49.    Do you have an Intern Program?

50.    May I copy photos or text from your web site?

51.    I need more information.

 

 

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1.     10 Reasons…

 

Look at the circles…Concentrate!…You are falling into a deep, deep, sleep.   Now say to yourself, “I want Eric to take my photos, Eric, Eric, Eric…”  The next time you see the color green, you’ll have an uncontrollable urge to hire me.  Now when I snap my fingers, you will awaken and…     

 

Don’t mind my humor, I like to make people laugh and enjoy themselves when they shoot with me.  26 years experience as a professional photographer, has earned me the beauty industry moniker the Rolls Royce of Photography.”  As the saying goes, You get what you pay for!” 

 

I PLAN EVERY DETAIL OF YOUR PHOTO SHOOT AND LEAVE NOTHING TO CHANCE.

 

That’s why multi-million dollar companies trust me to photograph-videotape and retouch-edit their national ad campaigns and why celebrities flock to my door.  I offer the same high quality services to you for an affordable price.

 

10 Reasons

Why You Should HIRE

eric von lockhart

 

 1

25 YEARS OF PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Over 2,000 satisfied clients.

 2

THE CREATIVITY FACTOR

We capture your vision!

 3

BEST PRICE FOR QUALITY SERVICE

You get what you pay for.  Have peace of mind knowing your project is going to come out perfect!

 4

EASY TO BOOK-A-SHOOT & PAY ONLINE

www.ericvonlockhart.com

 5

STUDIO 1 NYC OR ON-LOCATION

www.studio1nyc.com. – Your place or ours?

 6

DIGITAL PIONEER & EXPERT RETOUCHER

& VIDEO EDITING

State-of-the-art production from beginning to end.

 7

Courteous Friendly Service

We love what we do and it shows.

 8

FAST TURNAROUND TIME

You get ‘em when you need ‘em!

 9

EVL PRO Team

The industry’s best hair, makeup and wardrobe professionals and models can be assembled upon your command.

10

Satisfaction Guaranteed!

If we fail to deliver the photos/video, we will reshoot them at no charge or refund your payment and expenses in full. 

 

 

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2.     Who is Eric von Lockhart?

 

    Advertising – Commercial – Editorial – Celebrity Photographer and Videographer

 

I have been a professional photographer/videographer since 1981.  I am experienced in many areas of commercial photography and video production and specialize in the hair, beauty, celebrity, fashion and lifestyles genres.  My editorial and commercial photographs have been published in Cosmopolitan, Essence, GlamReporter, Hype Hair, Marie Claire, NY Arts & Entertainment News, The Source, Vogue, Vibe, W, XXL and in scores of hair and beauty publications around the world.  My photographs have been on display at The American Museum of Natural History.  I have been featured on Access Hollywood, BET, Celebrity Fit Club, CNN and MTV.  My celebrity photo shoots include: Beyoncé, Mary J. Blige, Ciara, Vivica A. Fox, Kirk Franklin, Ginuwine, G-Unit’s Olivia, Nick Cannon, Alicia Keys, Brian McKnight, Teena Marie, Mary Mary, Christina Milian, Reverend Run & Family, and America’s Next Top Model, Tocarra.  My clients include: Ashley Stewart, Avirex, Bronner Brothers, Clairol, The International Hair & Beauty Show, ĽOréal-Paris, Luster Products, Organic Works Cosmetics, Paul Mitchell, Razac, Revlon, Vidal Sassoon, Seagram’s Liquors and Walmart.

 

As a digital technology innovator since 1997, I have photographed images for advertisements, magazines, trade show exhibits, billboards and web sites with excellent results.  Please check out my video productions at www.ambermag.com.  My digital cameras and computer equipment are state-of-the-art which manifests images in any resolution required.  My team of highly trained professionals consists of assistant photographers/videographers, digitechs, video editors, graphics designers, retouchers, hairstylists, makeup artists, fashion stylists and model agencies.

 

I am based in midtown Manhattan at Studio 1 NYC, Inc. www.studio1nyc.com, a posh studio venue with a full service beauty salon.  My portable studio is capable of delivering top quality photography and videos on location anywhere in the world.

 

I offer affordable packages for individuals and competitive rates for businesses.  To request my portfolio, arrange a tour of the studio, or request a quote, please go to www.ericvonlockhart.com/bookeric.htm or call (212) 268-4088. 

 

    Press & Awards

 

NYC Arts & Entertainment News’ 2006 Photographer of the Year Award

Talent in Motion Magazine’s 2006 Photographer of the Year Award

“The Eye of Eric von Lockhart by Karen M. Shelton, Editor, Hairboutique.com

 

    Artistic Collaborator [Creative Services Page]

 

I use my problem-solving and technical expertise in combination with the art director and client's parameters to transform a commercial assignment into an artistic creation.

 

   Contest/Competition Judge [Judging Page]

 

I have judged beauty pageants and modeling, acting, hair, photography, art, talent and editorial competitions. 

 

    Speaker, Lecturer & Expert Appearances [International Hair & Beauty Show]

 

       Getting Your Portfolio Together?

       How To Become a Professional Photographer

       Lighting to Perfection

       On Location Photo Shoots – How to be prepared for any problem

       Organizing a Group Photo Shoot

       Courses can be custom-tailored to fit your specific needs.

 

    Co-founder of www.headshotsforcharity.org (Coming Soon)

 

A non-profit organization which auctions celebrity portraits to benefit reputable charities.

 

   Co-founder of www.photoprotegees.org (Coming Soon)

A non-profit program that introduces teenagers to the world of photography and videos.   I strongly believe in giving back to the community. 

 

    Fine Art

 

Eric has photo­graphed the works of famous artists such as Andy Warhol, Jackson Pollack and Pierre Mattisse. [Art Gallery]

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3.     What is EVLP?

 

When you hire me, you don’t just get me.  You get an entire team of highly trained professionals working on your project.  Eric von Lockhart Productions (EVLP) is me; my l