Portraits
How to Photograph a Baptism or Christening
Clear the rules with the parish a week out, arrive 30 minutes early to find your spot at the font, and shoot at 1/250s or faster with auto ISO and no flash. The water, the candle and the parents' faces are the frames the family will print.
Graduation Photo Pricing: Solo, Group and Ceremony Day
Most college graduation sessions sell for $250 to $600, and group sessions add $75 to $150 for each extra graduate. How to price groups, ceremony day and the May and December rush.
Quinceañera Photography Pricing: Packages and Hours
US quinceañera photographers charge $1,200 to $2,500 for six to eight hours of photos, and $2,500 to $5,500 with video. Here is how to build the package families expect.
How Much to Charge for Boudoir Photography
US boudoir session fees run $300 to $750, with an average sale of $1,500 to $4,000 once albums are ordered. UK studios charge £195 to £450 and average £1,200 to £3,000. Here is how to structure it.
How Much to Charge for Baptism Photography
Ceremony-only baptism coverage runs $250 to $400 in the US and £200 to £300 in the UK. Ceremony plus family groups and the party, two to three hours, runs $450 to $900 (£350 to £600), and a full day with home and reception $900 to $1,500.
How Much to Charge for Maternity Photos
Most US maternity photoshoots run $250 to $450 outdoors, $400 to $700 in a studio and $700 to $1,200 with a gown closet. UK prices sit at £180 to £800. Here is how to set each tier, bundle it with newborn work and plan for an early baby.
How Much to Charge for Pet Photography
Pet sessions run $150 to $450 in most US markets and £100 to £300 in the UK, with wall art orders of $800 to $2,000 behind them at the studios that earn a living. Here is how to price extra pets, horses, park permits and the owner in the frame.
How Much Should I Charge for Senior Pictures? 2026 Prices
Charge $300 to $900 for a senior session in most US markets, and $1,000 to $1,500 for a full package with prints. Package tiers, add-on prices for outfits and locations, and a worked example to set your own number.
How Much to Charge for Family Photos and Portraits
Most photographers charge $250 to $650 for a one hour family portrait session with 25 to 40 edited images. A price table by session type, plus how to price extended family and stop losing money on the editing.
How Much to Charge for Headshots (Per Person and Per Day)
Individual sessions run $150 to $450, corporate days $65 to $150 a head. Here is how to charge for headshots per person, per hour, and per day.
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