We offer two pricing options for your photoshoots: the newly added per-hour projects (available on our Services page) and the classic per-image approach. Per-hour rates give you more freedom to try different ideas without worrying about a specific shot count. Per-image pricing is great if you already know exactly what you need.
In some cases, your total project cost for per-hour rates might be less than if you were to shoot with a planned scope and pay per image. However, in other instances, you may find the opposite to be true. So, what's the difference between the two models?
Per-hour
Pay for a 2-, 4-, or 8-hour studio day, including prep, shoot, lunch, and wrap-up with a full team and equipment.
Best for:
Brands that want to try out different lighting,
styling, angles, and number of images.
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*If it turns out you need more time, we offer extra time at an hourly rate. This way, you can capture any additional shots without committing to a full extra day.
Per-image
Pay for a specific number of images, with pricing based on each photo.
Best for:
Brands with specific project scope and defined shot list.
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Live Approvals Options
Per Image Pricing: On-shoot approval is available only for Model projects. For Catalog projects, this option is no longer available, as this creative direction is part of our Per-Hour projects.
Per Hour Pricing: If you prefer real-time feedback during the shoot, this is the perfect option. It offers flexibility and a structured process to ensure everything is captured exactly as you need.
Quick Comparison
| Per-Hour | Per-Image |
Сreative freedom | High | Low |
Predictability | Low | High |
Control | Full | Limited |
Upfront costs | High | Low |
Extra costs | Possible | No |
Live Approvals | Required | Non-available* |
* Required for Model projects
Both per-hour and per-image projects allow brands to create product images but cater to different needs. When booking a project with Squareshot, our Account Managers may suggest an alternative option that better aligns with your creative vision and budget.