Portfolio shoots in Hyderabad.
A portfolio shoot is a planned studio session that produces edited images and reels for casting directors, agencies and brands. TLOM photographs the finished artist, with studio lighting, direction and live training on set.
Next: a short call, then a written quote and a shoot date.
Face the camera. Express. Perform. Work with brands.
Photography is the last stage of a model's preparation. By the shoot day the artist already understands their body, their movement and their presence. TLOM trains live on set, with real studio lights, real angles and real feedback, at every tier.
01Face the camera.
AakarBegin. Build. Present.- 02
Express.
AbhivyaktiExpress. Explore. Evolve. - 03
Perform.
ArohElevate. Experiment. Perform. - 04
Work with brands.
AbhyudayaCreate. Collaborate. Step into the industry.
Select who you are, then a package.
Compare all packagesEvery item, side by side
A portfolio made to be sent.
Every package is delivered as edited images and reels, ready for agencies, casting directors and brands.
Frames from recent portfolios.
Training happens in the frame.
- Posing and camera confidence. TLOM shows the artist what the lens sees and corrects it in real time.
- How light reads a face. Each lighting setup is changed in front of the artist, so they see what it does to the face and body.
- Mood and movement. At the higher tiers, performing differently for editorial and for commercial concepts.
The brief, the light and the direction come from one person.
Kartik Maharana plans the shoot, controls the lighting and directs the model, frame by frame. The image is made on set, before the edit.
Usage rights
TLOM retains the image and video rights. The artist and any collaborating brand receive usage rights for personal and professional social media and profile use. The artist may use the work to pursue commissioned projects.
When the shoot happens
Photography comes last. The artist arrives prepared, so the shoot captures a finished model, actor or makeup artist, not someone made up for a camera on day one. To book a shoot on its own, enquire below.
Portfolio shoots, answered.
What is a portfolio shoot?
A portfolio shoot is a planned studio session that produces edited images and reels an artist sends to casting directors, agencies and brands. TLOM photographs the finished artist, with studio lighting, direction and live training on set.
Who is it for?
Models, actors and makeup artists. Models and actors choose from four packages. Makeup artists choose from three.
How much does a portfolio shoot cost?
Model and actor packages are Aakar at ₹25,000, Abhivyakti at ₹50,000, Aroh at ₹75,000 and Abhyudaya at ₹1,50,000. Makeup artist packages are priced per look and are shown in the package picker above.
What is included?
Looks, edited pictures and reels depend on the package. Aakar has 3 looks, 15 edited pictures and 1 behind-the-scenes reel. Abhyudaya has 5 to 6 looks and 2 brand shoots, 41 to 50 edited pictures and 8 reels plus 1 behind-the-scenes reel. Every model and actor package includes professional makeup, studio lighting and live on-set training.
Where does the shoot take place?
At Lens Story Studio in Kondapur, Hyderabad.
How long does it take?
For models and actors the shoot itself takes one to three days. For makeup artists, studio time is 2.5 hours per look.
Do I bring my own makeup?
Model and actor packages include professional makeup. Makeup artists bring their own makeup, hair, wardrobe and model.
Who owns the pictures?
TLOM retains the image and video rights. The artist and any collaborating brand receive usage rights for personal and professional social media and profile use. The artist may use the work to pursue commissioned projects.
Discuss a project
Share your name, your craft and the package you have in mind. TLOM will confirm the package and the shoot date.
- 1TLOM reads the enquiry and confirms the package.
- 2A short call, then a written quote.
- 3The shoot date is fixed and planning begins.
Tell TLOM about the project
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