Dance Portrait Sessions
Saturday October 19
at Classical Movement Collective
1535 Cogswell St, Rockledge, FL 32955
Celebrate your talent, grace, and strength with Comstock Photography. Combining years of experience and our high-speed lighting, we hold your movement in split second timing to create stunning portraits.
We are dedicated to professional dance photography sessions that offer ease and comfort to bring out the best in you. At whatever level you are, this is an opportunity to capture your journey as a dancer.
-- See details and sign-up below --
All photographs by Comstock Photography
All photographs of Grace by Comstock Photography
Grace has been dancing as long as she can remember. She teaches on the Space Coast once a week with young dancers and loves inspiring new and creative ideas with them. Grace loves being in front of the camera and has been working with Comstock Photography for years... first as a dancer and now as an assistant to infuse correct technique and placement for others in front of the camera.
Only 10 sessions available - Book by Oct 11 to take advantage of early-signup pricing ($20 off)
Details of Your Session
- Terms Conditions:
- Saturday October 19 at the Classical Movement Collective Dance Studio in Rockledge (see google map below) - if you cannot find a session time that works for you, please contact the Photographer to see about accommodating your needs
- You must come to the session with a companion 18 years of age or older (friend, family member, etc.); your session may not take place if you come alone; if you cannot bring someone, you may contact us ahead of time to see if we can accommodate
- 45 minutes of dedicated studio time with Photographer, with option to hire Grace for technical posing (additional fee applies); the plan is to give you at least 30 minutes of time in front of the camera, with the first 15 minutes to collaborate as needed
- You may select up to 20 photographs to be edited and delivered to you; you will be provided an online "proofing" gallery of unedited photographs to review - additional photographs to be edited and delivered for additional fee (see Delivery of Photographs below)
- White "infinity" background (background and floor); can create shades of grey on background by adjusting lighting; a black background may also be available depending on available space
- High speed lighting for catching motion (we love movement and flow!); lighting changes are not possible in the limited time of each session - for a diversity of lighting, a longer and more customized session must be scheduled
- Real-time review of photographs on back of camera or on PC screen to adjust posing
- If you arrive late, your session may still end at the scheduled time to keep other clients on schedule; if schedules run late for other reasons, we will do our best to ensure you have your fully booked time
- By booking a session you agree to a model release for the Photographer (& Comstock Photography); this transaction assumes you are the person schedule to be photographed and are at least 18 years of age, or that you are the parent/guardian of the person scheduled to be photographed; if you are neither of these, please inform the Photographer; a release may be emailed for agreement
- We request photo credit to Comstock Photography if posting your portraits and behind-the-scenes photos to social media
- Things to think about on the day of your session:
- We will move at your pace
- Just remember that this is your session, have fun and know that we are working with you to capture the best images
- You may bring: posing ideas/photos (Google, Instagram, etc.), unlimited wardrobe changes, props, posing help (friends, parents, instructors)
- Chris, your photographer, is here to work with you on posing ideas; he is not experienced as a dancer, but he has years of experience working with dancers as a photographer
- Know that some poses are just that... poses; you get into the pose and hold it until the flash fires.
- Know that you can move through your pose and your photographer will capture the moment you want; know that you can move, flow, or jump through it, and that it's ok to fall to the floor... talk with your photographer about what you want, demonstrate ahead of the actual snapping of the shutter, and know it is up to you how many times you want to attempt the pose in order to get the shot
- Typically, the best portraits are when all your arms and legs are visible (none hiding behind your body) and when arms and legs are not pointing toward or away from the camera (this can make them disproportional to the rest of your body)
- Be aware of your facial expressions... be intentional in the moment...will you be smiling or have a serious look? Will you have your eyes closed? Will you be looking at the camera, or off to the side?
- Safety first, know your limits, be aware of when you need a break
- Safety first, understand that you will be on our Harlequin Marley dance flooring (we bring our own dance floors); you will probably have the slip/grip you are used to having in a dance studio
- Be prepared to start your session at the scheduled time, and please be patient if schedules run late
- You and your companions may use smartphones/cameras for behind-the-scenes photos, but NO FLASH; please tag Comstock Photography if you post to social media
Can't make the available times? Want to do a duo, trio?
If you do not see a time slot that works for you, or you want to work with another dancer, please Contact the Photographer to discuss options. Additional time slots may be considered. You may also book multiple time slots if you want more time. Duos, trios, etc. can be scheduled within the 45 minute time slot for an additional fee.
Cancellation Policy
You may cancel up to 24 hours prior to your scheduled session time. Refunds will be provided (minus any transaction fees). If you arrive late we will do our best to squeeze you in, but please understand we must honor other clients' scheduled sessions; no refunds for being late or for no-shows.
Special Offer for On-Location!
Because you scheduled a session, you are eligible for a $100 session credit or a complimentary 16"x20" professional print (your choice) for an "on-location" (street, beach, outdoors, etc.) dance or family session if booked anytime through March 31, 2025. Click here for details for "on-location" dance sessions, and here for family portrait sessions - CONTACT Comstock Photography to schedule a session.
Delivery of Photographs
- On-line, password-protected galleries
- Delivered within four weeks from day of session*
- Digital Download at Standard Resolution - 2400 pixels on long edge (minimum) at 350 DPI, sufficient for social media, devices, and printing up to about 8"x10"
- Personal copyright release
- 10% off print orders (thru the online gallery or thru consultation); code will be provided with final delivery along with expiration date
- You will be asked to review and select photographs from an online proofs gallery (unedited)
- For each 45 minute session you may select up to 20 photographs to be fully edited (digital files) for delivery
- Photographer will make selections if you do not select by the deadline provided
- You will be required to set up an account in order to select photographs
- You can select additional photographs for edit/delivery - $25 each
- Print consultation can be provided upon request
- A second set of photographs may be provided with Photographer's logo or signature, or both, for social media sharing/credit
- Services include post-processing (developing) of subset of images, selected by the photographer, developed in Adobe Lightroom/Photoshop: color correction, white balance, exposure/lighting adjustments, sharpening, noise reduction, lens correction, etc.
- The Photographer requests photo credits to the Photographer in media (digital or print) and conversation (using “Comstock Photography”, www.comstockphotography.net and/or @comstockphoto on Facebook and Instagram). Credit is appreciated, but there is no obligation.
Comstock Photography is a sole-proprietor small business registered with the State of Florida; documentation available upon request.
Comstock Photography is also fully insured (liability, indemnification, and equipment). Portfolio and information about the primary photographer available on website.
Comstock Photography’s primary photographer and owner, Chris Comstock:
- Certified Professional Photographer, certified by the Professional Photographers of America (PPA)
- Professor of Portrait and Digital Photography at Eastern Florida State College
- Professional member of the Florida Professional Photographers (FPP)
- Professional member of the Professional Photographers of America (PPA) - the world's largest non-profit photography association organized for professional photographers, by professional photographers…with close to 28,000 creative members in more than 50 countries and with a mission to create a vibrant community of successful professional photographers through education, resources, and industry standards of excellence; and
- GOLD member of Canon Professional Services which provides exceptional equipment support for its members
- Bachelor of Electrical Engineering, Auburn University (Air Force ROTC Scholarship)
- Master of Industrial Engineering and Business Management, University of Florida (NASA Graduate Fellowship)
- Management Program Certificate, Rollins College
- Mousters Degree in Business Applications, Disney University
- Engineer and Project/Program Management, National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) – 1991-2018 (retired)
- Volunteer Firefighter/EMT and Chairman of the Board of Directors, Canaveral Fire Rescue (city and port) – 1993-2023 (retired)
- Main Street Operations, Guest Relations, Lifeguard, Walt Disney World – 1987-1998
- US Air Force Reserves, Honorable Discharge
- Husband, and father of three terrific boys (ages 8, 13, 16)
