The New York Exposures

"Exceed your customer's expectations. If you do, they'll come back over and over. Give them what they want - and a little more." ~ Same Walton

Our mission is to provide top quality commercial photography at a fair and reasonable price in the New York City area, while assuring that our clients will receive the highest level of attention, commitment, and professionalism. Scorpion Images exist because of the pure passion we have for photography, we serve everyone and our purpose is to satisfy peoples satisfactory with their photos.

Achieving the nostalgic, intentional look of 35mm film in NYC requires a premium, boutique photography approach. Pricing for full-service analog and digital-film hybrid packages across various specialties ranges from $800 to $8,000+.

These prevailing New York City rates establish the framework for a comprehensive 35mm film and general photography package portfolio:

Category & Pricing Breakdown:

• Basic / Head shot Session: $300 - $600. Typically, a 1-hour session, 1-2 wardrobe changes, and a small batch of beautifully processed analog or film-emulated digital frames.
• Portrait & Lifestyle/Editorial: $800 - $1,200. Includes a 90 to 120-minute shoot, multiple NYC locations (e.g., Brooklyn or Manhattan rooftops), and extensive professional curation.
• Music & Boudoir: $900 - $1,500. Highly stylized sessions focusing on mood, texture, and grain, allowing for dynamic artistic direction and specialized editing.
• Maternity & Newborn: $900 - $2,000. Often sold as a bundled "First Year Collective" or individually, includes access to curated client wardrobes and film's flattering, soft skin tones.
• Wedding Packages: $5,000 - $8,000+. Full-day coverage with multiple film cameras (e.g., Minolta X-370 or 35mm point-and-shoots), distinct film stocks like Kodak Portra, and an engagement session included.
• Elopements: $1,500 - $2,500. 3 to 4 hours of coverage intended for small intimate NYC City Hall or park ceremonies.

Typical Package Inclusion:

Regardless of the category, most high-end film and general photography package feature standard industry deliverables:

• Consultation & Timeline Planning: Pre-shoot mood board development and NYC location scouting.
• Processing & Scanning: High-resolution digital scans from a professional lab.
• Private Online Gallery: Curated digital downloads with full personal printing and sharing rights.

Warm blessings,

Jennifer