Question 1

What types of photography do you offer?

Accepted Answer

I specialize in high-end still life, lifestyle, fashion, food & drink photography — tailored for advertising, editorial, and commercial clients. Projects can include studio shoots, location shoots, product, portrait, and conceptual campaigns.

Question 2

Where are you based and do you travel?

Accepted Answer

I’m based in Mexico City, but also work occasionally in Rome. I’m available for international shoots, and I travel depending on the project’s needs and scope.

Question 3

How do I book a session / project with you?

Accepted Answer

Just reach out via the contact form on this site, email, or Instagram DM. For commercial or branded work, I usually schedule a brief call (or video chat) to understand your needs and creative direction, then send a custom quote and timeline.

Question 4

How is pricing determined?

Accepted Answer

Pricing depends entirely on the scope of the project: usage (local, regional, global), licensing rights, production needs (studio, crew, props, travel), and post-production requirements. Each quote is tailored — I don’t use fixed “packages” to allow flexibility and fairness.

Question 5

Do you offer custom packages or fixed-price packages?

Accepted Answer

Yes, every project is custom-priced. Whether you need a full production, a single still-life product, or a lifestyle campaign, I adapt scope and budget to what the project requires.

Question 6

What does the workflow look like (timeline)?

Accepted Answer

• Pre-production & planning: moodboards, call/brief, shot list.
 • Shoot day(s): depending on complexity — can be studio or location.
 • Post-production & retouching: timelines vary, but are always included in the quote.
 • Delivery: high-res files (JPEG/RAW or agreed formats) via online gallery or link, plus licensing agreement.

Question 7

Do you deliver digital files? Are prints included?

Accepted Answer

Yes — I deliver high-resolution digital files. If you need prints or physical deliverables, we can discuss depending on project requirements (print vendor, format, rights).

Question 8

Can I request additional retouching or extra images?

Accepted Answer

Yes, additional retouching or extra images beyond the original scope can be requested. These are quoted separately depending on scale and complexity.

Question 9

What if the shoot needs rescheduling or gets cancelled?

Accepted Answer

I understand things happen. We can reschedule as long as it’s done with enough lead time. For cancellations or last-minute changes, deposit and cancellation policies will be discussed in the quote/agreement.

Question 10

How do usage rights and licensing work?

Accepted Answer

Each project includes a licensing agreement defining usage (region, media, duration). For expanded usage (e.g. global, forever, print + digital) we negotiate additional licensing fees. I do not assume unrestricted rights by default — rights are defined per contract.

Question 11

Do you retouch heavily? Can you remove objects or drastically alter appearance?

Accepted Answer

My editing style favors natural, authentic imagery. Basic retouching (color, contrast, minor skin / product cleanup) is always included. Heavy manipulations (altering bodies, heavy compositing) are evaluated case-by-case and quoted accordingly.

Question 12

How long until I receive the final images?

Accepted Answer

Delivery times vary depending on project size. For simple still-life or product work, expect 1–2 weeks. For larger campaigns (multiple setups, retouching, composites) I’ll give a realistic delivery date in the quote; I always respect agreed deadlines.

Question 13

Do you work with agencies / production houses or only direct clients?

Accepted Answer

Both. I have experience collaborating with ad agencies, production houses, brands — as well as direct clients. I’m comfortable working in structured workflows or handling end-to-end freelance projects.

Question 14

What languages do you work in?

Accepted Answer

Mainly Spanish and English. I also speak Italian. Communication can be handled in any of these languages depending on client / project.

Cosimo Salvati

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