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.
The initial 50% non-refundable-Retainer (deposit) 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 (PhotoShoot & Event). Please keep this in mind for booking your appointment.
**Event Price ONLY** Included: Anniversary Party, College Party, Dinner Party, Brunch, DayParty, Grand opening, Book signing, SneakBall, Fashion Show, Birthday party, Night Club, Launch Party, Homecoming, Prom Send Off, non-profit organization, and etc. (Wedding is not included. Contact me about your wedding budget.)
Payment Methods for a retainer (deposit) / or Full Payment accepted are Cash App, Zelle, and PayPal, ApplyPay, credit card 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 Service
Payment is Accepted below
Cash App: https://cash.app/$Nerdyshoot
Zelle: sterlinggilmore94@gmail.com
ApplyPay: 773-510-5051
PayPal: sterlinggilmore94@gmail.com ( please note an additional transaction fee of 2.75% needs to add for payment made via credit card online. )
No Cash Accepted
No Walk-in Appointment (Photoshoot)
Studio address: 2635 S. Wabash Avenue Chicago, IL 60616 (4th Floor) -Bronzeville near Redline & Green Line stations. (Please be mindful that street parking costs $2.35 per hour and Free parking only on Sunday. There are no available parking lots. Please plan in advance.)
-No Smoking (front building/ and inside 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
-Client allows bringing one or three guests to the photo shoot appointment.
Credit must be given when posting to outside sources. (I.e Instagram, Facebook, Twitter) There will be a $50.00 cancellation fee applied (No Show = No Call) if canceled after 48 hours. The $70.00 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.
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) Please be sure you review it and read the form carefully.
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). Contact Makeup Artist, if you have any questions or concerns.
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
****Special Reminder ( RAW & Unedited Photo is not for sale, only Edited photos only. )****
If you need any additional photos, it is an additional $15 per image.(non-negotiable)
*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 on the same day of booking and is non-refundable. (No exceptions) You have less than 24 hours to secure your date.
Note: You cannot book your appointment without making a deposit. No holding a slot reservation. It is first to come and first serve only! Whatever appointment we have available, you can book your non-refundable retainer to secure your appointment.
Upon booking your appointment, you take full responsibility for any late fees, and 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
Office Hours (phone call /text & email)
Monday-Fridays Only ( 8am-9:30pm )
