Photography Services
Photography services from Blake’s Creative are built around real moments, strong visual storytelling, and images that can be used with purpose.
Every shoot is different. Coverage, deliverables, usage, turnaround, and final recommendations are customized based on the project. Instead of listing public pricing, each inquiry is reviewed individually so the quote fits the actual shoot.
Surf & Coastal Photography
Surf and coastal photography for individual surfers, group sessions, surf camps, brands, coastal lifestyle projects, and water-driven stories.
Blake focuses on the critical moments: movement, positioning, style, weather, light, and the feeling of being there.
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What This Is Good For
- Individual surf sessions
- Group surf sessions
- Surf camps
- Surf competitions
- Coastal lifestyle content
- Surf brand photography
- Water photography when conditions allow
- Local lineup documentation
Generally Included
- Pre-session planning
- Professional image selection
- Color grading
- Cropping and composition
- Sharpening and finishing
- High-resolution downloads
- Social-media-ready downloads
- Private online gallery
- Delivery timeline based on project scope
FAQs
What are performance sequences?
Performance sequences focus on the critical sections of a wave where positioning, timing, movement, and decision-making matter most. Instead of photographing every second without intention, Blake selects moments that help show the full movement and feeling of the ride.
What are Signature Edits?
Signature Edits are the strongest standalone photographs from the session. These images receive additional attention to color, contrast, composition, subject detail, minor distractions, and overall finishing.
Can multiple surfers participate?
Yes. Additional surfers can be included depending on the session and conditions. Coverage time and photographer attention are shared among all participating surfers.
What happens if the conditions are poor?
Surf photography depends on waves, light, visibility, crowds, safety, and surfer performance. Sessions may be rescheduled when conditions are unsafe or unsuitable. In-water photography is only offered when conditions allow.
How will I receive my photographs?
Final photographs are delivered through a private online gallery with high-resolution and social-media-ready downloads.
Can I use the photos for sponsors or brands?
Personal sharing and printing rights can be included. Sponsor, brand, publication, promotional, advertising, and other commercial usage may require prior written permission or an additional license.
Music & Live Events
Photography for concerts, musicians, venues, festivals, community events, brand activations, business gatherings, and private events.
Blake captures the energy, atmosphere, people, and details that make an event worth remembering.
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What This Is Good For
- Concerts and live performances
- Musicians and bands
- Venues
- Festivals
- Corporate events
- Community events
- Fundraisers
- Brand activations
- Grand openings
- Private parties
- Behind-the-scenes coverage
Generally Included
- Pre-event planning
- One professional photographer
- Professional image selection
- Color grading
- Exposure and white-balance correction
- Cropping and composition
- Noise reduction and sharpening when needed
- High-resolution downloads
- Web and social-ready downloads
- Private online gallery
- Delivery timeline based on event scope
FAQs
What types of events do you cover?
Blake photographs live music, concerts, festivals, business events, brand activations, community gatherings, fundraisers, grand openings, private events, and behind-the-scenes moments.
How much coverage time do I need?
Coverage depends on the event schedule, number of important moments, location, expected attendance, and intended use of the photos. Submit the details through the Contact form and Blake will recommend the right amount of coverage.
Do you offer next-day social media images?
Select next-day social-media images may be available depending on the event timeline and project scope. Rush or expanded next-day delivery can be discussed during the inquiry process.
Can you photograph both the crowd and performers
Yes. Event coverage can include performers, speakers, guests, crowd reactions, venue details, behind-the-scenes moments, and branded elements.
How will the final gallery be delivered?
Final photographs are delivered through a private online gallery with high-resolution and web-ready downloads.
Can the photos be used for promotion or advertising?
Usage depends on the project agreement. Promotional, advertising, publication, and commercial usage should be discussed before the event so the proper licensing is included.
Portraits & Lifestyle
Portrait sessions are designed to feel natural, relaxed, and personal. Instead of relying on stiff poses or repeating the same setup, Blake builds each session around the person, location, and reason for being photographed.
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What This Is Good For
- Individual portraits
- Creative portraits
- Graduation sessions
- Couples
- Professional headshots
- Personal branding
- Environmental portraits
- Musicians and creatives
- Coastal lifestyle sessions
Generally Included
- Pre-session planning
- Location guidance
- Natural posing and direction
- Professional image selection
- Individual color grading
- Exposure and skin-tone correction
- Cropping and composition
- Light blemish retouching
- High-resolution downloads
- Social-media-ready downloads
- Private online gallery
- Delivery timeline based on project scope
FAQs
What is a Signature Edit?
A Signature Edit is a selected final photograph that receives individual attention to color, exposure, skin tone, composition, subject detail, minor distractions, and overall finishing.
Can I change outfits or locations?
Yes. Outfit changes and nearby location changes can be included when time allows. Time spent changing or traveling between locations counts toward the reserved session time.
Can additional people participate?
Yes. Couples, shared portraits, graduation groups, families, and business teams can be discussed through the Contact form. Blake will recommend the best session structure based on the details.
How will I receive my photographs?
Final photographs are delivered through a private online gallery with high-resolution and social-media-ready downloads.
What happens if the weather is bad?
Outdoor sessions may be rescheduled when weather or unsafe conditions would significantly affect the experience or results. Blake will communicate with the client and determine whether rescheduling is appropriate.
Are RAW or unedited files included?
No. RAW or unedited files are not provided. Final galleries include professionally selected and edited photographs.
Brands, Products & Food
Professional photography for businesses, makers, musicians, restaurants, and growing brands that need original imagery for websites, social media, advertising, e-commerce, and print.
Projects can feature the people behind the business, working environments, products, processes, food, beverages, lifestyle imagery, and important brand details.
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What This Is Good For
- Local businesses
- Product photography
- Food and beverage photography
- Restaurants and breweries
- Jewelry and apparel
- Musicians and creative brands
- Website imagery
- Social media content
- Brand campaigns
- Behind-the-scenes content
- Team and workplace photography
Generally Included
- Creative planning
- Customized shot list
- Professional image selection
- Professional editing
- High-resolution files
- Web-ready files
- Usage rights defined in the final proposal
- Private online gallery or agreed delivery method
- Delivery timeline based on project scope
FAQs
What can be included in a brand session?
Brand sessions can include portraits, behind-the-scenes work, business locations, products, tools, apparel, jewelry, food, beverages, lifestyle content, and environmental details.
How is pricing determined?
Pricing is based on project scope, photography time, number of final photographs, number of setups, retouching needs, travel, turnaround time, and intended commercial usage.
Can you photograph products, food, and people in the same shoot?
Yes. Many commercial projects can combine people, products, food, workspaces, and lifestyle imagery into one planned content session.
How quickly will I receive the photographs?
Standard projects are generally delivered within a few business days, depending on the scope. Larger assignments or projects requiring extensive retouching may follow a customized delivery schedule.
What usage rights are included?
Usage rights are defined in the final project proposal. Website, social media, advertising, print, publication, third-party, and campaign usage should be discussed before the shoot.
Can this be a recurring content shoot?
Yes. Businesses that need regular content can request recurring photography sessions for social media, websites, campaigns, product updates, events, and seasonal promotions.
Ready to Plan a Shoot?
Tell Blake what you are trying to capture, how you plan to use the photographs, and what kind of project you have in mind. He will follow up with next steps, availability, and a personalized recommendation.