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Why Book Me
I’m more than just a photographer. My background as a writer and visual storyteller across fiction, film, and theatre infuses my work with narrative purpose—capturing authentic moments that connect with your intended audience. Combined with my MBA and consulting background, I understand both strategic vision and visual execution. I approach every project as storytelling: understanding your goals, your audience, and the story you need to tell. Whether you need professional headshots, personal branding, event coverage, theatre documentation, or behind-the-scenes production work, I deliver images that serve your vision and endure.
How to Book me
- Reach out via contact form or email dave@daveholtonphotography.com to discuss your vision
- I’ll confirm availability and send a booking agreement/contract (depending on session type)
- Deposit secures your date; remaining balance due 48 hours before your session
- Receive strategic, story-driven pre-session consultation with styling & location guidance
- Enjoy your session; receive thoughtfully edited images on a clear, professional timeline.
My Photography Process
Before Your Session
Every portrait and headshot booking includes a complimentary pre-session consultation where we discuss your goals, style preferences, location options, and any questions. For events and production work, I’ll work with you to understand the flow, key moments, and specific needs.
During Your Session
I create a comfortable environment where authentic moments happen naturally. Drawing on my theatre and filmmaking background, I provide direction that helps you present your best self while remaining genuine. For events and productions, I maintain a professional, unobtrusive presence while capturing the essential narrative.
After Your Session
Portrait and headshot galleries: I carefully select and edit your images to enhance their impact while maintaining natural appearance. Your secure online gallery—where you can view, download, and order prints—is typically ready within 1–2 weeks.
Delivery Timeline: Standard delivery is 10–14 business days for all work. Rush delivery and expedited turnaround are available upon request for projects with time-sensitive needs. I recommend planning ahead to allow for thoughtful curation and editing.
Service Packages & Pricing
Pricing below reflects current starting points. Each project is scoped around its specific needs. Let’s talk. Standard delivery is within 10–14 business days; rush delivery is available upon request.
Creative Portraits & Headshots
Professional Headshots
From $375
Guided headshot sessions for business and creative professionals, including artists, actors, entrepreneurs, educators, consultants, and independent professionals. Built for LinkedIn, websites, bios, press, casting, speaking, and professional profiles. Includes pre-session consultation, an online gallery, and print rights.
Signature Portrait Session
From $475
For individuals, couples, families, visitors, engagements, anniversaries, milestones, and small groups. Standard sessions include up to six people; pricing adjusts for larger groups and more complex shoots. Includes thoughtful direction, a private gallery, high-resolution downloads, and the option to order prints and physical artwork through the gallery.
Personal Branding Package
From $750
Personal branding photography for entrepreneurs, consultants, artists, and independent professionals. Brand Story Sessions create natural, useful images for websites, social channels, press, services, and public-facing work. Scope is planned around your specific goals and intended use.
Events & Corporate Coverage
Event Coverage: Private Celebrations
From $950
Documentary-style coverage for milestone celebrations, parties, family gatherings, anniversaries, and special occasions. Coverage is planned around key moments, authentic atmosphere, and requested group photographs. Extended or complex events are custom quoted.
Corporate & Business Events
From $1,250 (half day) / $1,800 (full day)
Professional documentation for conferences, galas, corporate retreats, conventions, trade shows, seminars, award ceremonies, and business functions. Customized packages are planned around the agenda, key people, atmosphere, and marketing-asset needs. Fast turnaround is available for time-sensitive projects.
Specialized Photography
Theatre & Performance Documentation
Custom quoted
Production photography, dress rehearsals, opening night coverage, and arts documentation for theatre companies, independent productions, and performing arts organizations. Scope is planned around the production, schedule, and delivery needs.
Music & Band Photography
Custom quoted
Live performance and promotional shoots for musicians and bands. Coverage is planned around press, social media, performance, and promotional needs.
Behind-the-Scenes (Film/TV/Production)
Custom quoted
Professional on-set documentation with production fluency. Scope, deliverables, and delivery schedule are developed around the production.
Need something custom? Contact me — I’m happy to create a package tailored to your needs and scope.
What’s Included & Additional Information
Digital Files & Printing
All packages include professionally edited high-resolution digital files delivered through a secure online gallery, suitable for print and digital use. Print options and physical artwork are available through the gallery.
Print Options & Products
Professional prints, wall art, and other gallery products are available for purchase after your session. An optional print consultation is available upon request.
Location & Logistics
I primarily work on-location throughout New Orleans, selecting environments that enhance your story. For headshots and portraits, we can choose locations that complement your personality and goals. Studio options are available for specific projects. I’m based in New Orleans but happy to travel—reach out to discuss.
Styling & Wardrobe
I provide styling guidance for all portrait sessions and am happy to review wardrobe options in advance. If you’d like to include a professional stylist or hair & makeup artist, I can coordinate that—their cost is in addition to my own.
Cancellation Policy
A non-refundable retainer holds your date. Rescheduling and cancellation terms are confirmed in your booking agreement.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the starting price for your services?
Professional headshots start from $375, creative portraits from $475, personal branding from $750, private celebration coverage from $950, and corporate events from $1,250 for a half day or $1,800 for a full day. Custom packages and specialized work are available upon inquiry. Contact me to discuss your specific needs.
What is your typical delivery timeline?
Standard delivery is 10–14 business days for portrait, event, and specialized work. This timeline protects quality and allows for thoughtful curation and editing. Rush delivery is available upon request for time-sensitive projects.
What is typically included in packages?
Portrait packages include pre-session consultation, professional photography, editing, online gallery delivery, and high-resolution digital files. Event, corporate, branding, and specialized-work scope is planned around the project.
What photographic style do you use?
Narrative-driven imagery that combines authentic emotion with thoughtful composition, informed by my background in filmmaking and visual storytelling.
What services do you offer?
Creative portraits, professional headshots, personal branding, private celebrations, corporate and formal events, arts and cultural documentation, music and band photography, and behind-the-scenes production documentation.
Do you offer digital files?
Yes. All packages include professionally edited high-resolution digital files delivered through a secure online gallery.
Can you walk me through your process?
I start with a consultation to understand your vision and goals, then collaborate on planning your session. During the shoot, I focus on capturing authentic moments that tell your story. Afterward, I carefully edit your images and deliver them via a secure online gallery.
Do you offer a pre-session consultation?
Yes. All portrait and headshot bookings include a complimentary pre-session consultation to discuss your goals, styling, location options, and answer questions.
Will you help style me?
I’m not a stylist, but I know what looks good. I provide styling guidance and wardrobe suggestions for all portrait sessions. I’m happy to review clothing options in advance and recommend choices based on your goals. If you’d like to bring in a professional stylist or hair & makeup artist, I can coordinate that.
Where do you shoot?
I’m flexible. I work on-location throughout New Orleans and beyond, selecting environments that enhance your story. For headshots and portraits, we can choose locations that complement your personality and goals. Studio access is available when needed. I’m based in New Orleans but happy to travel—please reach out to discuss.
What is your cancellation policy?
A non-refundable retainer holds your date. Rescheduling and cancellation terms are confirmed in your booking agreement.
Have more questions? Reach out to discuss your project. I typically respond to all inquiries within 24 hours.