01. Who are you and what can you do for me?
I am Andrea Lavezzaro, I work with images, I can photograph you or whatever subject you like and/or edit pictures the way I believe it to be beautiful. You can watch my portfolio to see what I did and expect to achieve a result at the same level when working with me. You can read a few testimonials from some clients here, as well see their facebook page, so you know it is all real.
02. How can I contact you?
ONLY via andrea@lavezzaro.com and lavezzaro@gmail.com. I also got a twitter, an instagram (Lavezzaro) and a facebook work page. I had people pretending to be me before, so I like to make clear those are the only ways to contact me.
03. I am not an experienced model. Can we work together?
Yes, we can. Actually, most of the girls I work with have little to zero modeling experience. I prefer this way.
04. I don’t want to do nudes, I’d like to make pictures for my own use, I have no tattoos. Can we work together?
For sure! I shoot non-nudes, I shoot private works, my portfolio is beyond tattooed naked girls, take a look at it to see more. Also, I have no need to post every work I do, unless you agree with it.
05. Will you photoshop my pictures?
Probably. For sets, I like to get rid of small temporary imperfections (ie spots, eyebags, stretch marks, celulitis) but in absolutely no way I will reshape or change body sizes nor will I retouch candid pictures, the world has enough of it and it’s not what I believe to be beautiful anyways. I don’t do crazy collages neither, nor make background changes nor any heavy post production with thunders and stars. Again, check my work to see the level of edition I use.
06. Are you going to help me during the shooting?
Yes, I will help you directing the poses, selecting clothes, advising on make-up/hair and how to execute your idea better. Don’t expect me to do your make-up or produce your outfit tho, that’s not my job. Also, let’s keep simple, it’s prettier.
07. What are your fees?
Currently it’s £200 per session for private clients (more or less 1 hour and half, enough for me to click around 120 images, which 40 can be used on final selection). To book a date, you first need to pay half of the fee via paypal or bank transfer (I had few clients unbooking last minute during the past, or even using my services without paying for it, so after those experiences I work only under deposits, sorry). If you are interested in shooting something for other use than private, the price might be different, just drop me an e-mail to arrange it.
08. Where are we shooting? Do you have a studio?
I do NOT work on studios, most likely we will shoot on my place/hotel or at your place. It’s all good, location is NEVER a problem, I can guarantee that the work will be good no matter where we shoot. Studios are not my thing, as, again, you can see on my portfolio.
09. Would you do TFP?
I no longer work without being compensated, so if you have an awesome idea and want me to photograph it, get in contact first, and if is really interesting and you have no way to afford my services, we can discuss and find a way to make it happen.
10. Would you expose your work on my event/gallery/exhibition? Would you work for my company/magazine/website? Can I use a picture you have done on my publication? It can get you exposure.
Only under visible financial return. I already have a little exposure without giving away my work for free and I am happy with it, I do photography to pay my bills, not for attention.
11. Where are you based? Can I travel to you? Would you come to my city?
I live in Berlin, and I visit London every 2 months, as I am slowly moving to the UK. I’m also spending a whole month in Russia in 2012, and in China. I also go to Brazil every year for my father’s birthday in January (he’s awesome!). You are more than welcome to the cities I’m in, and perhaps we can catch up in other cities I am visiting, as I travel often (check my agenda at the frontpage). I can go to your city if I have enough work lined up, but I confess I have little interest in traveling inside Germany/BeNeLux, West Europe in general as I did enough in the past. I am open for proposals tho. EXCEPT FROM USA – Unfortunately I can’t get a visa to America, don’t ask *me* why, ask your discriminatory immigrations laws instead.
12. When can we work together?
I shoot Monday to Sunday, 24/7, I really don’t mind about time when photographing – but for edition and replying messages work related, I only work between Monday-Friday, from 10 am – 5 pm. Don’t even bother contacting me outside that schedule, it really stresses me. I get back to my clients with the raw images the very same day we shoot and the final pictures between 15-30 days after the shoot is done, it depends of how much work I have on the same time, so please don’t make unnecessary pressure or I’ll put your delivery at the end of the queue.
13. Who is financing your travels?
Myself. That’s why I only work when compensated. I have a lot of expenses to move around and I pay them all on my own. There’s no company, man or family helping me at all. I am proud of it and wouldn’t change a thing. Like I wrote before, I can go to your city if there’s enough work lined up for me, so in case you’d like me to come over, talk to your friends and let’s make it happen.
14. Do you sell prints?
Yes, almost all the pictures that can be seen on my website are for sale. Ask me about sizes and prices, they are very accessible. I print on my own and post it on hand made envelopes. It’s an awesome gift and you’ll be cooler to support an independent artist.
15. Would you photograph my wedding? My kids? My event? My pets?
Yes. Talk to me to know the conditions, as it is very different from regular shootings.
16. I want to model for Suicide Girls. Can you help me?
Absolutely! I will help you in every single step of it, if you photograph with me. Please don’t keep asking about the process if we ain’t working together, instead, you can write them directly: model@suicidegirls.com or your local photographer. But in case you chose me, I’ll take care of everything and you can just concentrate on the fun part. Read about it.
17. I want to gift my girlfriend/friend with a shooting. Would you do that?
I already did that and will always do. I believe it to be a very special way to gift someone, and I love to be part of it!
18. Do you have references from people who worked with you?
TONS. and all over the world. You can find a few here to begin.
19. Would you give me an interview?
I did some already and I like it, but I only accept it if I find your publication tasteful.
20. I have a question and the answer isn’t here!
Please write andrea@lavezzaro.com and ask me, I will answer you directly and publish here if it’s a common one that skipped my mind by now.
THANKS.