Frequently asked questions

Book four to six weeks before commencement if you can. The two weeks before graduation fill up fastest, and campus is calmer for early sessions.

Yes. Group sessions are one of Brendan's favorite shoots. His Binghamton University group cap toss is a client favorite, and adding friends lets everyone split the session.

Yes. High school seniors can book cap and gown portraits at school, a local park, or anywhere around Rochester.

Your cap, gown, stole, cords, diploma cover if you have it, and comfortable shoes for walking between spots. A second outfit is welcome.

Favorite spots include Corbett's Glen and Harris Whalen Park in Penfield, the Erie Canal in Fairport, and Highland Park in Rochester. Brendan is happy to meet you anywhere you choose.

No. Clients regularly mention Brendan's direction. He walks you through poses and keeps things moving so you stop thinking about the camera.

Yes. Brendan's default edit keeps natural color, but black and white and selective color looks are available for any image you pick.

Yes. Brendan can photograph a whole team on site in Rochester, Penfield, Pittsford, and the surrounding area so everyone's headshot matches.

Quick turnaround is a priority. Clients like Sam have noted how fast Brendan delivers. If you have a hard deadline, mention it when you book.

Yes. Outdoor headshots with a softly blurred background of trees or brick work well for LinkedIn and personal brands.

Yes. Brendan brings the setup to you and photographs everyone on site, so the headshots match and nobody has to travel.

Team and individual headshots, people at work, office and storefront interiors and exteriors, products, and detail shots for your website, Google Business Profile, social media, and marketing.

Brendan keeps notes on the lighting, background, and framing from your first session so later headshots of new team members match the rest of the team.

Yes. Business sessions are planned for your website, Google Business Profile, and social channels. If you plan to use images in paid ads or print campaigns, mention it when you book.

Brendan plans around your schedule. Headshots run in short slots, and workplace photos can be shot before opening, after close, or around busy hours.

Yes. Brendan shot the launch for Panda-Ice, a clothing brand, on location along a creek so the graphic tees looked like part of a real summer day.

Most brands bring their own models or friends of the brand. Brendan will direct them so they look natural on camera.

Yes. Tell Brendan where the images will run and he'll frame vertical versions of key shots during the session.

They're portraits of a student wearing their new college's colors, usually shared on social media or at a graduation party to announce where they're going.

Most students book in March or April, before the May 1 national decision day, but any time after you commit works.

Yes. Many seniors do both in one session with an outfit change.

Yes. Rental hosts around Rochester and the Finger Lakes can book interior, exterior, and amenity photos for their listings.

Declutter surfaces, turn on all lights, open blinds, make beds, and move cars and trash cans out of view. Brendan will send a short checklist after you book.

Rochester and the surrounding towns, including Penfield, Fairport, Pittsford, Webster, Brighton, Victor, Henrietta, and Greece.