Booking Policy:
-Please Read Carefully Below-
In order to book you will need to specify the category and the package, you are interested in. You have to make sure you select the fitting packages you are looking for. If you need a customized package in order to fit your budget, please be sure you let me know.
The initial 50% non-refundable-Retainer secures your slot for your appointment. The remaining balance must be paid before the shooting ends the session. The photography date won’t be set until the non-refundable retainer is made. (Retainer IS REQUIRED). Your appointment can be rescheduled. However, the retainer will not be refundable, however, your retainer can be used as a credit for your future appointment. Please keep this in mind for booking your appointment.
Payment Method for a retainer/ or Full Payment accepted are Cash App, Zelle, PayPal, and Bill.com (online) Please see your options in your booking category below. Only Pick one option. Once you process your retainer or full payment, your appointment will be secure.
The retainer needs to be paid immediately when you book your appointment.
No Retainer = No Appointment Shoot.
Cash App: https://cash.app/$Nerdyshoot
Zelle: sterlinggilmore94@gmail.com
PayPal: sterlinggilmore94@gmail.com ( please note an additional transaction fee of 2.75% need to added for payment made via credit card online. )
No Cash Accepted
No Walk-in Appointment
Studio address: 2635 S. Wabash Avenue Chicago, IL 60616 (4th Floor) -Bronzeville near Redline & Green Line stations. (Please be mindful street parking costs $2.35 per hour and Free parking only on Sunday. There are no available parking lots. Please plan in advance.)
*** COVID-19 Guidelines below***
-No Smoking (front building/ and inside in the building ) -Smoking 16 feet away from the building
-No Trespassing ( Appointment only)
-No Loitering
-No Alcohol & No Food (inside the studio space)
-Respect our Neighbor & Staff
-Respect SPACE & Yourself
-Follow COVID-19 Guideline (Phase 5)
Credit must be given when posting to outside sources. (I.e Instagram, Facebook, Twitter) There will be a $50 cancellation fee applied (No Show = No Call) if canceled after 48 hours. The $60 fee is applied for late arrivals before your session. Late arrivals will take time away from your booking to ensure the next session will start on time for the next client.
(MASK is REQUIRED ALL-TIME)
****A mask is required for entry/ exits and must be worn at all times (except for shooting of course) and clients are only allowed up to three essential guests (i.e. someone to assist you in getting ready and prepared).***
Make sure all the provided information is accurate. so my team can contact you about bookings. Once your booking is confirmed, you will receive an email with an electronic photography contract wavier and invoice. (E-sign online forms)
If you want to add an additional outfit or look to your package, it is an additional $75.00
if you need a Professional Makeup Artist for your photoshoot, it is an additional $100. The makeup application will take up to an hour per model. (Note: Client may bring their own lashes or purchase a pair from the makeup artist).
Business Partnership Chicago Professional Makeup Artist: Domonique DeShawn | Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsdomo_1/ | Website: https://www.domoniquedeshawn.com |
Contact info Email: domonique878@gmail.com
If you need any additional photos, it is an additional $15 per image.
*Professional Print Photos for PhotoShoot (Not Available at this moment)
Special Reminder: Once you have successfully scheduled your appointment online for the photography service, you have agreed to the booking policy. Payment of your retainer is required the same day of booking and is non-refundable. (No exceptions)
Note: You cannot book your appointment without making a deposit. No holding a slot reservation. It is first come and first serve only! Whatever appointment we have available, you can book your nonrefundable Retainer to secure your appointment.
Upon booking your appointment, you take full responsibility for any late fees, cancelations fees, and will need to reschedule your appointment. (No exceptions)
*If you have any questions or concerns about the booking, you can contact me below.
Camera Nerdy Shoot, Photographer/Senior Mr. Sterling L. Gilmore.
Camera Nerdy Shoot Website link: https://nerdyshoot.com
Contact info. 773-510-5051 (TEXT OR CALL) & Email: sterlinggilmore94@gmail.com
