portraits


I hate secrets! Especially secret prices and surprise charges. I like to lay everything out on the table and show you exactly what I'm working with. My all-inclusive pricing does just that! You don't have to choose between digital images and prints because you get both. Portrait Sessions are for personal use, meaning the photos will not be used for business, blogs, or commercial purposes. Portrait Sessions may be used for individuals, seniors, couples, engagements, maternity, family, and much more.

A 50% retainer is required to reserve your session date and makeup artist. The retainer is non-refundable. All images included in the session packages are high-resolution images unless otherwise stated.

Images that inspire, empower, and celebrate you!

Are you ready for:

  • Images that reveal who you truly are?

  • A custom experience designed especially for you?

  • To define yourself on your own terms?

  • Expert posing. I will tell you what do with your hands guide your from beginning to end.

don’t delay. you are here and you should be celebrated!

THE ALL-STAR

$3750

session fee includes:

3hr Shoot

Total time in studio 4hrs

Multiple Looks (outfits) & backdrops time

1hr photo design session

Custom photo session designed specifically for you

Access to wardrobe closet and accessories

Wardrobe Styling

Posing Tutorial

Guided posing and direction during the shoot

Professional make-up application for one

Professional Retouching

Gallery of up to 25 images to choose from

You choose 15 retouched digital images and 15 matching 8x10 prints in a keepsake box.

A private reveal and ordering session will be approximately 14-21 business days after your photo session.

Choose your experience.

classic Session

$2750

(most preferred session)

session fee includes:

2hr shoot

Total time in studio 3hrs

Multiple Looks (outfits) & backdrops time permitting

30-minute photo design session

Custom photo session designed specifically for you

Access to wardrobe closet and accessories

Wardrobe Styling

Posing Tutorial

Guided posing and direction during the shoot

Professional make-up application for one

Professional Retouching

Gallery of up to 25 images to choose from

You choose ten retouched digital images and ten matching 8x10 prints in a keepsake box.

A private reveal and ordering session will be approximately 14-21 business days after your photo session.


mini Session

$1375

session fee includes

60-minute shoot

Total time in studio 2hrs

One look (outfit)

1hr photo design session

Custom photo session designed specifically for you

Access to wardrobe closet and accessories

Wardrobe Styling

Posing Tutorial

Guided posing and direction during the shoot

Professional make-up application for one

Professional Retouching

Gallery of 25 images to choose from

Five digital images 

Five 5x7 prints 

A private reveal and ordering session will be approximately 14-21 business days after your photo session.

five-person maximum additional charges may apply for groupslarger than five. contact the studio for more details.

Gift certificates and payment plans are available. Please get in touch with the studio directly for more details. Note prices are subject to change without notice.

RAVE REVEIWS

“Professional, Professional.... PROFESSIONAL! I chose Nicole to execute engagement photos for me, and boy did she deliver!”

Professional, Professional.... PROFESSIONAL! I chose Nicole to execute engagement photos for me, and boy did she deliver!

We began with a zoom call to go over any ideas, looks etc. that I wanted to incorporate in my photos as both parties need to be on the same page. I am glad she accepted and chose usas well because from the initial zoom call to the final reveal zoom call she went above and beyond to achieve what we wanted. Not only did all the photos turned out to be amazing but working with her was such fun and relaxing. She keeps you updated on the entire process and readily avail if you have any questions, comments or concerns.

What I love most is that she makes you feel like you’ve known her for years before/during and after the shoot which makes your photos come out amazing! The most difficult part is selecting what photos you love best because they’ll all come out amazing!

- To Nicole, I say THANK YOU, you were amazing through and through. To everyone else - book her for your next event or photoshoot I promise, you’ll be beyond satisfied!

VJ Williams

“We chose Nicole Again!”

We chose Nicole again for our maternity photoshoot because we trust her vision and insight! The entire process from start to finish made us feel extremely comfortable and it allowed us to feel at ease when it came time for the camera. For this second time around, we had our one year old daughter in the photoshoot and because of her patience and grace, we were able to gain amazing family photos that will stay with us for a lifetime! She was able to memorialize a beautiful time in our lives in a way that I don’t think we would have been able to trust with anyone else but Nicole. She is our forever family photographer and we’re grateful to have found her!

Victoria Juste


“Nicole made me feel so comfortable in front of the camera and help me create my look for my shoot.”

I just had My session today with Nicole and Tasha. These ladies make you feel welcome and prepare you for your big day. Today was my first time getting my makeup done by a professional, and Tasha, the makeup artist, did a fantastic job!!! Nicole made me feel so comfortable in front of the camera and help me create my look for my shoot. After my shoot, I had so much fun that I went home and took a five-hour nap, lol. Thank You, Nicole and Tasha, for preparing me for a big day. I can't wait to see the final

Cecile Clarke

“She understood my vision from the very beginning and made it even better.”

My shoot with Nicole was so awesome. She understood my vision from the very beginning and made it even better. She was very informative about what props and outfits would be best and was available to answer any questions I had. The day of my shoot was so much fun. We laughed and talked the whole time. It was such a comfortable environment. And my photos came out amazing! I would absolutely work with her again.

Blessing Gantt


a la carte menu

ADDITIONAL DIGITAL IMAGES 

All images are high-resolution (magazine quality) images and are priced accordingly. 

(1) $150.00

(5) $600.00

(10) $1200.00

All digital images on USB

Keepsake box w/ 25 8x10 prints & print release

$1,650.00 

Photographer

half day rate

4 hours

$4,000.00

Full day rate

6 hours

$6,000.00

EXTRAS

Professional Makeup Application for one $250.00

Hairstylist $400.00

Add additional subject to shoot $200.00 per person

FRAMED COLLECTIONS 

Collection I

$1450.00

Two 16x20 framed prints

Two 11x14 framed prints

Four 8x10 framed prints  

Collection II

$1250.00

Two 20 x 24 framed prints

Two 16 x 20 framed prints 

Collection III

$625.00

Three 16x20 framed prints

Collection IV

$475.00

Three 11x14 framed prints

ALBUMS

All albums are approximately 30 pages and custom-designed

Starting at

15 x 10 - $1650.00

12x 12 - $1450.00

10 x 10 - $900.00

  • Sessions occur in my studio at 36 Waverly Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11205, or on-location (outdoors, in hotels, coffee shops, parks, etc.). I have a portable dressing room if you need to change clothes during an outdoor shoot. I usually scout out nearby restrooms where my clients can change clothes.

  •  It’s because it’s custom. I take the time to get to know each of my clients to create a photo session and experience that is uniquely theirs. Pre-session consultations, location, lighting, makeup application, and retouching of each image are made to reveal your true essence so that you look and feel your best. Most importantly, ensuring that you look like you!

  • Yes, of course, your photos will be edited. They will not be overly edited. I’m in the business of celebrating people, not making plastic people.

  •  Digital images are the most valuable and versatile purchase. Each client receives a print release, which allows you to make prints. You can print the images as many times as you want and make photobooks, albums, and wall art. The print release you receive allows you to make those products yourself. Therefore, the high-resolution files are priced accordingly.

  • You can print high-resolution images. Low Res images are not ideal for printing. However, they are perfect for display online, such as on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc.

  • Immediately to ensure that you receive your desired date. My calendar is usually booked 1-2 months in advance.

  •  An awesome experience! Your custom photo session will be fun, exciting, and relaxed. I will tell you what to do with your hands and guide you into poses.

  •  During your pre-session consultation, we discuss the purpose, vision, and themes for your shoot. We go over outfit choices from head to toe. Once we have decided on everything, we then move on to finding a location that compliments you and your shoot

  • After our pre-session consultation, I will send you a guide with tips on what to wear and a checklist of items you should bring to the shoot. I also work with a bevy of fabulous professional fashion stylists, makeup artists, and hair stylists and would be happy to refer you to one should you need one. 

  • Total time in-studio means the total time you have in the studio to complete the shoot. This includes time for makeup, hair, changing of clothes, etc.

  • For the mini session, usually one, maybe two, time permitting.

    For the classic session, two, maybe three, time permitting.

    For the all-star session, three times permitting. 5.

Still have some questions?
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  •  A non-refundable retainer is due when booking to secure your date.  Your date will not be reserved until the retainer is paid. The remaining session fee balance must be paid on or before your session date. If you pay the remaining balance on your session date, it must be paid upon your arrival. No shooting, styling, makeup application, etc., will occur if your full session fee is not paid.  Once the retainer is paid no other client can reserve your date or time slot, therefore retainers are non-refundable if a client pays the retainer and needs to reschedule. The retainer is valid for one year from the original booking date. All retainers not redeemed within one year will be null and void. 

  • Cash, bank-certified checks, Zelle, credit/debit cards

  • If you need to cancel your session, please notify me 48 hours before your scheduled session date. All clients who inform me within 48 hours of their session will immediately be rescheduled for the next available date. Your retainer will roll over to the new date, and the remaining shoot balance will be due to secure the new date. However, you are only allowed to postpone your session date one time. If your session is delayed more than two times, an additional $500.00 will be applied to your remaining balance. If your postponement is due to inclement weather, you will not penalized and will not incur any additional fees other than the remaining session fee balance.

  • Please arrive on time for your session dressed and ready to shoot.  Please note that an allotted time for your shoot is specifically for you. If you arrive late to your session, your shooting time will start at the time of your arrival and will not be extended.

  • It is limited to those being photographed. No more than one additional person will be allowed at the photo session unless its parents accompanying a minor. Having other people present who are not being photographed can be distracting to both the photographer and those being photographed. Cameras of any kind are not permitted at your photo session. 

  •  All orders must be placed during the gallery reveal/ordering session. All payments must be made upon receipt of the invoice.

  •   Digital images included in the portrait session packages are high-resolution images unless otherwise stated. Images included with event photography prices are low-resolution images. Unless otherwise stated. If you would like to purchase high-resolution images of your event. High res images may be purchased from the a la carte menu for an additional fee.

  • You will be given the option to reschedule your session before the date/start time. If you decide to proceed with your shoot in inclement weather and the weather cuts your shoot short. Your session time will not be extended, and a reshoot will not be permitted.

  • All images/products created and provided by Nicole Mondestin Photography, whether print or digital, may not be reproduced by any means. Scanning or reproducing purchased images without Nicole Mondestin Photography's consent constitutes copyright infringement and is punishable by law. Nicole Mondestin Photography is the only entity allowed to print and reproduce your images unless otherwise stated.

  • Your safety, as well as the safety of my staff, is of the utmost importance. Because of COVID-19, shoots are limited to the people being photographed. No additional guests will be permitted. A chaperone or guardian will be allowed unless the subject is a minor. Any other guest will be asked to leave.

    The studio is cleaned and sanitized Before and after EVERY shoot.

    Regular handwashing and sanitizing

    Mask and face shields are worn by staff.

    Air purifier/filter on premises

    Sessions are not only limited due to COVID-19 but they are not staggered.

    All props, accessories, wardrobe, fabrics, drapes, chairs, etc., are cleaned and sanitized BEFORE and After every session.

    ALL CLIENTS ARE TEMPERATURE-CHECKED PRIOR TO ENTERING THE STUDIO.

    ALL CLIENTS ARE REQUIRED TO WASH AND SANITIZE THEIR HANDS UPON ENTERING THE STUDIO.

    ALL BELONGINGS WILL BE SANITIZED UPON ENTERING THE STUDIO.

    If you have booked a shoot and are experiencing any of the following symptoms

    Muscle Pain

    Fever or Cough

    New loss of taste or smell

    Trouble Breathing

    Chills or Repeated Shaking with chills

    Shortness of Breath and or difficulty breathing

    If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, please seek medical attention immediately. If you have a shoot booked and are experiencing any of these symptoms. Please stay home and call me to reschedule your shoot. Your non-refundable retainer will be applied to a new date.

  • We have a blast at every shoot. We aim to keep the fun flowing in an organized and timely manner. You will be informed when your shoot is coming to a close. If the studio can accommodate the time overage, additional payment will be required for the extra time. Starting at $750 for 30 - 60 mins.


You deserve to be celebrated in this season!