Price List
Some people wonder if it's worth going to a professional photographer rather than using an amateur or friend with a nice camera. The answer depends on what you want. Consider the following:
• For a portrait session, a professional photographer will typically spend 2 hours or more with you. Your session will include multiple locations and have hundreds of images from which to choose.
• A professional photographer knows the best locations and how to help you pose.
• A professional photographer may use reflectors, large off camera lights, and other equipment to take advantage of different lighting conditions.
• A professional photographer has the expertise to perform extensive Photoshop manipulations to remove braces, add people, or even make you lose 20 pounds!
• For every 1 hour spent shooting, a professional photographer will spend an additional 2 or 3 hours in Post Processing cropping, color balancing, tweaking the exposure and retouching each image by hand to reduce blemishes and minimize background distractions.
• The equipment used by professional photographers produces high resolution images with the subject being tack sharp yet the background can be soft and blurred to reduce distractions when appropriate.
• And possibly most important are the professional business practices including prompt return of your communications, a detailed quote for every project, and meticulous organization and follow through.
The time and experience required to provide this level of service is significantly beyond what a typical amateur shooter can offer. Simply taking the picture is just a small part of the process and you will see the difference in the final images.
We try our best to offer high quality professional services at affordable prices. We can work with nearly any budget.
There are 3 primary factors that determine our price
Time Requirements - This includes both time for the shoot and time for post processing. For most shoots, we will take 500+ pictures and that requires extensive effort after the shoot for image selection, color and exposure correction, retouching of blemishes or hair, removal of minor background distractions, etc. Each image is retouched by hand so typically for every one hour spent shooting we spent at least 2 or 3 hours in post production. Travel time is also a consideration. In total, a 2 hour shoot can easily require 8 hours of time. Most of that time, however, is out of view of the client.- Equipment Requirements - For most sessions we have multiple cameras/lenses, and bring in external lights, or a laptop, or backgrounds, etc. It's not unusual to bring $10,000 - 15,000 worth of equipment to a shoot.
- Overhead Costs - State and Federal income tax, insurance, business expenses, vehicle cost, etc.
Time Requirements - This includes both time for the shoot and time for post processing. For most shoots, we will take 500+ pictures and that requires extensive effort after the shoot for image selection, color and exposure correction, retouching of blemishes or hair, removal of minor background distractions, etc. Each image is retouched by hand so typically for every one hour spent shooting we spent at least 2 or 3 hours in post production. Travel time is also a consideration. In total, a 2 hour shoot can easily require 8 hours of time. Most of that time, however, is out of view of the client.
Professional photographers have the same expenses as a plumber, an accountant, or any other business.
Individual Portraits ($475) or Family Sessions ($550)
Special Offer: Free Memory Photo! ($50 value)
For a simple fixed fee, we offer a complete individual portrait or single family session that includes up to a 2 hour photo shoot and up to 4 hours of basic Post Processing work. All images are retouched by hand to reduce minor blemishes and minimize background distractions. A typical session yields 50-75 retouched images that you keep at no additional charge. You may choose either an indoor session at the Bradley studio or an outdoor session in our gardens, wildflower field, and nearby lake for the prices noted above. For a small additional fee*, you can have both an indoor and outdoor session the same day! Bradley Studio and Gardens
For a slightly higher rate, we're also happy to come to your home, a local park, the Plaza, West Bottoms, or other locations in the Kansas City area. We bring our studio lights on location to help create the perfect shot. 
We can also create unique "memory photos" by merging and manipulating images to create unique one-of-a-kind photos.
In about 5-7 days, your retouched images will be placed on a web gallery for your review. You will also get a "Reproduction Release" and the high resolution images so you can have your pictures printed anywhere you want plus you'll have the original images for creating books, cards, videos, posting to social media, etc.
*Additional charges will apply for off site locations, larger family groups (over 5 people), extended families, photo merging, extensive Photoshop work, combo sessions, etc. Contact us to discuss your specific needs and receive a detailed Professional Service Quotation. Special offers are not valid with other discounts.
Please contact us regarding your unique needs and to schedule an appointment.
Wedding Services: Call for a quotation
Our approach to wedding photography is a combination of 3 elements: 1) Creativity, 2) Attention to detail, and 3) Organization and planning. Prior to the event we will tour the venue, discuss your preferences, identify the shooting locations, and get a clear understanding of your needs and expectations. We have the flexibility to shoot a small intimate ceremony or bring in studio lights to illuminate a large sanctuary.
Example of a Full Day Wedding Coverage for Average Size Wedding (Approx $3500):
• Primary photographer for the day of the event (6-8 hrs.)
• Secondary photographer / assistant for the event (6-8 hrs.)
• Studio lights for the formal pictures
• Shoot at 2 locations: Church & Reception Hall
• Approximately 2000-2500 images will be shot at the event.
• Of those, typically 500-750 images will be selected as "keepers" for final delivery.
• Each of the final images will be retouched by hand to improve the color balance, lighting, reduce blemishes and minimize background distractions (approx 40-50 hrs of post production work).
• We will create a website gallery of images for family and friends to view.
• We will provide a "Reproduction Release" and high resolution images for the bride and groom's exclusive use so they can have prints made anywhere they want.
Some photographers will shoot 2 or 3 weddings per weekend forcing you to wait months for your pictures. We limit our services to one wedding per week in order to maintain a turnaround time of typically 5-7 business days.
Your quotation will be customized based on the size and complexity of the event, the location, the number of shooting sites, event length, the number of photographers needed, etc. We can work with nearly any budget by very affordably covering a small ceremony or we can utilize multiple photographers to cover a major event at multiple locations.
Please contact us to talk about your special day and receive a detailed Professional Services Quotation.
Pet Photography
- Snuggle Session $225
- "Action" add on +$75
We know our pets are family and we want portraits that show their unique personality. We have a passion for animals and love to capture their beauty and the love they provide.
- Snuggle sessions are tradition portraits of your pet alone plus a few shots with your family. These can be in our studio, gardens, or wildflower field. These sessions are about 45 minutes in length and include 1 hour of post production work. Typically you'll receive about 10 high resolution images from this session.
- "Action" add ons are additional shots of your pet catching treats, spaghetti, or popcorn.
- Ask about our "Memory Photos" for your pet! For a small additional charge, we can include a Memory Photo in your session. We photograph your pet in front of a large empty frame and then combine it with an old picture that you provide. These are a wonderful way to see the passage of time in single image.
* Tax not included in price. Additional fees apply for multiple pets, off-site locations or additional family members. No coupons or additional discounts accepted for pet photography.
Please contact us regarding your unique needs and to schedule an appointment.
Special Events: Starting at $450
Ideal for parties, family reunions, corporate events, etc. You can relax and enjoy yourself knowing that a professional photographer will capture all the images. The base rate includes up to 2 hours of shooting plus up to 4 hours of basic post production work. A web gallery will be created for your guests to review the images.
The final price will vary depending on location, number of subjects, purpose of images, type of event, locations, remote studio requirements, and several other factors. Please contact us regarding your unique needs and receive a detailed Professional Services Quotation.
Mini-Sessions (Special Pricing - No coupons) Starting at $250 for an individual*
Mini-sessions are great for individuals who just need a few professional pictures but don't need multiple locations or extensive posing. Your pictures will be taken indoors with a formal backdrop in our studio. For a slight up-charge, we can take our studio lights and equipment outdoors to one of our gardens, wildflower field, or our lake. A mini-session is only 20 minutes long so there isn't time for wardrobe changes, multiple locations, or traveling off site. It's just 20 minutes in a studio with a professional photographer. You'll see the images as we shoot so you can make your selections and then within 24 hours you'll have 5 retouched images you can share or have printed anywhere you want. This is great option for a yearbook, special occasion, social media, or dating site. If you need a longer session to accommodate wardrobe changes, multiple backgrounds, or additional locations, we can accommodate that for a slightly higher rate. We also have mini-sessions for couples and families.
Please contact us regarding your unique needs and to schedule an appointment.
Image Restoration / Manipulations: Starting at $100
We are not a high volume digitalization company that will quickly scan boxes of old images and turn them into digital photos. Instead, we restore individual keepsake images by hand giving painstaking attention to detail. We can repair stains, tears, missing pieces, or damage to the emulsion and then accurately colorize your image right down to the color of their eyes. First, we will evaluate your photo and provide you with our professional opinion regarding the level of restoration is possible and also give you an estimate of the cost. Each image is retouched by hand and usually delivered within 2-3 business days.
Please contact us regarding your unique needs and to receive a detailed Professional Services Quotation.
Professional Headshots at the Bradley Studio: Starting at $175 per person 
Shot at the Bradley studio with a traditional backdrop, your headshots will take about 20 minutes. You'll see the images as they are shot so you can pick the 5 shots you like best. We will then retouch the images to remove minor blemishes and stray hairs. Your retouched digital images will be delivered to you the next business day. For a slight additional charge, we can also book longer sessions to accommodate wardrobe changes, background changes, etc.
For the convenience of your team, we can also come to your office with a portable studio to shoot the entire team for a consistent appearance for your website and business cards.
You might also consider an "environmental portrait" for a less formal appearance that showcases your office environment. These more relaxed images are sometimes more comfortable for your team and they can appear very warm and inviting to your clients. See Onsite Business Photography pricing.
There are many options so please contact us regarding your unique needs and receive a Professional Services Quotation.
Onsite Business or Event Photography: Starting at $450
(Includes the travel time to Johnson Co. location, setup time, up to 2 hours of shooting & up to 4 hrs post production)
Limited Off Camera Lights (Optional): +$75
(Required for environmental headshots and marketing photos. Includes 2 portable studio lights and an iPad to view the images)
Full Portable Studio Setup (Optional): +$175
(Includes up to 4 portable studio lights, formal backdrop, stands, and laptop. Requires 15' x 20' of open floor space)
Ideal for onsite professional headshots and team photos of your business associates, product photography, process documentation, marketing, real estate, events, etc. All images are retouched by hand.
The final price will depend on the location, the time requirements, the purpose of the images, the equipment requirements, the amount of post production manipulation, etc. Please contact us regarding your unique needs and to receive a detailed Professional Services Quotation.
Product Photography: Starting at $500 at the Bradley Studio
(Includes up to 2 hours of shooting & up to 4 hrs post production)
Ideal for situations where you need high quality professional images to represent your business in print or online. We can provide per image pricing for smaller shoots or an hourly rate for your high volume needs. Each image is retouched by hand and usually delivered within 2-3 business days of the shoot.
You will have full reproduction rights to use the images in any commercial capacity.
Please contact us regarding your unique needs and to receive a detailed Professional Services Quotation.
Videography Services: Call for a quotation
Ideal for situations where you need high quality professional video to represent your business to potential clients in resolution up to 4K. The time required to produce high quality video will vary significantly depending on many factors including the number of scenes, the number of locations, setup times, props, models, length of the final output, etc. We will need to discuss your project in detail so I can provide you with a Professional Services Quotation but here are some ballpark prices for a typical video shoot:
• 1/4 Day - Includes 2 hrs onsite plus 6 hrs of post production work to create your video: $850 and up
• 1/2 Day - Includes 4 hrs onsite plus 12 hrs of post production work to create your video: $1500 and up
• Full Day - Includes 8 hrs onsite plus 24 hrs of post production work to create your video: $2500 and up
We have wireless mics, studio lights, and other equipment necessary to product your high quality professional video. In some cases we can do still photography the same day. You will have full reproduction rights to use the video and images in any commercial capacity.
Please contact us regarding your unique needs and to receive a detailed Professional Services Quotation.
Much like songs and movies, digital images are considered "tangible property" because the client has ownership of the product, it can be transferred to another person, and it endures over time. Items meeting the definition of tangible are subject to sales tax. Unlike a true service, such as childcare where there is no ownership and nothing endures over time, the photographer's efforts are for the sole purpose of producing a tangible product so a photographer's labor is not considered a service from a sales tax perspective. As an example, when you go to the store to purchase something that's more obviously tangible, such as a kitchen table or a car, you pay sales tax on the full value including both the labor and all materials required to create the product. A photographers time or sitting fee are similar in the eyes of the government.
It's also important to differentiate between "hobby photographers" versus true professionals. All professional businesses are bound by state and federal tax laws. Those who do photography as a hobby operate under the radar and typically do not collect taxes.
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Payment is required at the end of your session. If prints are ordered, payment is due when the order is placed. You can pay your order in person or online.
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