The exact figures depend on many factors, such as how many images you want and how you want to use them.
We always give clients a full breakdown of our rates and costs in our quotations and will clearly explain all the available options that might best fit your requirements.
Photography
Our aim is to provide a service that fits your needs. We supply digital images for commercial organisations throughout the US and pride ourselves on not only supplying the photos, but any expertise you might need to get the very best out of them. As an example, see the articles on this site about using photographs on the web and an introduction to color management.
These prices for our commercial photography are valid as of March 2008.
-- All commercial photography prices are for guidance only and exclude VAT.
We have specific web pages (with prices) covering:
- Photography training for estate agents
- Product photography courses.
If you would like the services of a commercial photographer, or require a written quotation, please feel free to call us to discuss your needs.
These prices also cover our Event and PR photography services in the US East Coast. We have clients throughout the US including several multinational organisations, where we provide an extended service.
We also have a guide to our standard terms and conditions for commercial photography services - please just ask if you are unsure of anything, we are happy to help clarify matters in plain English!
Commercial digital imaging services
We can provide digital photography services at an Hourly rate (minimum 1 hour)
Precise rates vary with the number of images required, and their anticipated usage.
The table below gives an idea of extended usage rates, however, we will always provide a quote to match your specific requirements.
Commission rates exc. VAT
Single or specific use of images
Day rates $690
Half-day rate $390
Extended use
Day rates $1080
Half-day rate $620
We are always happy to quote an "All-inclusive price" which includes all charges for us to take, process and supply images for specific usage. The details on this page are for your guidance, since we don't like hidden costs ourselves, and don't see why you should either.
Please feel free to ask for a no obligation quote.
Product photography
Basic product shots are usually carried out at our studio on a per item basis, and depends on number of items. More complex setups may be charged on a time basis, as per our normal commercial rates - please do feel free to call to discusss what you require.
• There is a guide to our web product photography prices on the product photography page.
QTVR / Virtual tour / Panoramic / 360 degree photography prices
We provide specialist VR photography services, however the precise number of images that we can manage in a day depends on what kind of VR images you require.
There is also an additional VR image processing charge for VR work. This typically varies between $30 and $70 per completed image.
We also provide very high resolution imagery for very large prints, as a bespoke service.
Please call to see how we can provide a VR photography package to meet your needs
Expenses
Travel is charged on a mileage basis, except in the local (Spatanburg/Greenville) area where this is usually waived.
Additional studio setup (props etc) is charged at cost by prior arrangement.
Your photos...
We supply images in digital form on CDs. We will usually supply high resolution files in TIFF or Photoshop format at a 'print ready' resolution of 300dpi. JPEGs, other format files and other resolutions are no problem.
- CD writing cost (per CD) $15 or $20 per DVD
- CD based 'Web gallery' of all images with (inc. CD) $25
We have a 'processing' charge that covers preparation of images after capture. This varies with the type of work (and quantity) undertaken, but usually between $20 and $190. As with all our prices we will quote this in advance.
Additional specialist image manipulation (Photoshop) is by prior arrangement and depends on the type of work undertaken. It is charged on an hourly basis at $90 per hour or part thereof.
Prints of images are available to special order.
Photo Usage rights
This is where you just to license a specific image from our collection for a particular use.
There are several different categories of image use such as:
1. as a one-off in a leaflet, newsletter, press release or in-house magazine; and/or
2. kept on file to appear several times in different publications; and/or
3. over an annual or biennial cycle, including use in brochures, websites and exhibition stands.
The rates above reflect category 1 (single or limited use in the table below)
Our rates for using Northlight Images photographs from stock
Stock picture rates exc. VAT
In-house magazine
1/8 page $75
1/4 page $90
1/2 page $130
3/4 page $220
Full page $260
Double-page spread $380
Public information leaflets
1/8 page $130
1/4 page $140
1/2 page $165
3/4 page $190
Full page $225
Double-page spread $320
Cover $370
Brochures, reports etc
1/8 page $180
1/4 page $190
1/2 page $220
3/4 page $255
Full page $300
Double-page spread $440
Cover $500
We will always provide you with a license to use images in an agreed manner.
Our licensing details and other important information is available in our standard terms and conditions for commercial photography services.
Why you should use Electronic Memories
The images you want - We can work with however a detailed brief you provide, or help with creative input when needed.
Easy to use Images - High technical quality to meet your needs, for web or print.
No hidden costs - All our prices are clear and up front.
Free technical advice and assistance - All of our Digital Imaging and Color
Management consultancy knowledge comes as standard when using Electronic Memories.
Oh, and you get really good pictures as well!...
Please call us today for an informal chat to discuss your needs, and how we can help ...