Appointment-based editing is best for seasonal overflow, one-off help, or photographers who are still figuring out how much they’ll outsource. Since your booking calendar is private, this page should lead with a request-first workflow instead of acting like public self-booking.
Flexible overflow support for photographers who need help without a monthly commitment.
Appointment-based editing
Built for consistency
Calendar access stays private to active clients
Reach out with your job details
I confirm fit and availability
Approved clients receive next-step booking instructions
How it works
Appointment-based editing is scheduled by submission size.
Catalog size tiers + turnaround
- Small: up to 200 edited images
- Standard: 201–500 edited images
- Large: 501–1,000 edited images
- Custom / XL: 1,000+ edited images (quoted)
Final edited image count
Catalog size tiers
- Small: 1–3 business days
- Standard: 1–4 business days
- Large: 1–6 business days
- Custom / XL: typically 7–10 business days, or as quoted
Option B
What to expect
Ready-to-edit files keep the process smooth.
Files fully uploaded and synced before your reserved start date
Lightroom catalog exported with Smart Previews
Final selects within the chosen size tier unless culling is approved
Anchor images + notes for that job
What you’ll need to send
Clear rates and simple extras.
Add-ons + rush
- Standard Rush: +$0.20 per image, $60 minimum.
- Extreme Rush / Holiday: +$0.40 per image, $120 minimum.
Rush
By approval only
- $0.35 per edited image with anchors
- +$0.10 per image if no anchors
- $50 minimum per catalog
Base rates
Per-image pricing
- Culling at $0.07 per image
- local adjustments at $0.20 per image
- catalog organization at $10 per catalog.
Add-ons
Extra support
Appointment-based questions, answered clearly.
Frequently asked
The earlier, the better — especially during busy seasons. Since appointment-based editing is scheduled around availability, reaching out early gives you the best chance of getting the timing you want.
No. An estimate is enough to start. Once I review the details, I can help determine the best catalog size tier or let you know if the job needs custom pricing.
Yes. Appointment-based catalogs are still edited to match your style using your anchor images, notes, and any approved reference materials you provide.
Yes. Appointment-based catalogs are still edited to match your style using your anchor images, notes, and any approved reference materials you provide.