What types of still photography do you offer?

I shoot a full range of professional still photography including brand and product photography, editorial and lifestyle imagery, portraits and headshots, event coverage, and architectural and real estate stills. Every shoot is lit and composed to match your visual identity so the images work seamlessly across web, print, and social.

Do you provide retouching and editing with the photos?

Yes. Every delivered image is professionally color graded and retouched to a polished, natural finish. Standard editing such as exposure, color, and blemish cleanup is included, and I can provide more advanced retouching like compositing or product cleanup on request. You receive high-resolution files ready for print and optimized versions for the web.

How many final images do I receive from a shoot?

The number of final images depends on the package and shoot length, but I always select and deliver the strongest frames rather than padding the gallery. A typical session yields a curated set of fully edited, high-resolution photos, and the exact deliverable count is confirmed in your quote before I shoot.

Can you capture stills and video in one production day?

Yes. You can capture both stills and motion in one coordinated session. That keeps lighting, styling, and locations aligned, and it can save you from booking separate shoot days.

How far in advance should I book a photography session?

I recommend booking one to two weeks ahead so I can plan styling, location, and scheduling properly, though I do accommodate faster turnarounds when my calendar allows. For larger campaigns or shoots that need permits and casting, a longer lead time helps me deliver the strongest result. Reach out early and I will find a date that works.

What services does MindOfDerby offer?

MindOfDerby offers music video production, brand films, CGI and VFX, real estate videography, photography, and graphic design in Los Angeles.

Where is MindOfDerby located?

MindOfDerby is based in Los Angeles, California and serves clients across the LA area and remotely.

Does MindOfDerby outsource any work?

No. Every project is directed, shot, and edited in-house. 0% outsourcing.

How much does a music video cost?

Music video pricing varies based on concept, crew size, location, and post-production needs. We offer packages for independent artists and labels. Contact us or start a project to get a custom quote.

What does brand film production include?

Brand film production at MindOfDerby includes concept development, scripting, production planning, filming, editing, color grading, sound design, and final delivery in all required formats.

Does MindOfDerby offer CGI and VFX for music videos?

Yes. MindOfDerby integrates AI-driven CGI and VFX into music videos and brand films to create cinematic, visually distinctive content that stands out.

How long does a typical project take?

Project timelines vary by scope. Music videos typically take 2-6 weeks from pre-production to delivery. Brand films and real estate videos can be turned around faster. We will provide a timeline at project kickoff.

Does MindOfDerby work with clients outside of Los Angeles?

Yes. While we are based in Los Angeles, we work with clients remotely for post-production, CGI, and VFX, and travel for select on-location productions.

What is the difference between Book a Call and Start a Project?

Book a Call is a 15-minute discovery call to discuss your project needs and see if we are a fit. Start a Project is for clients ready to submit a project brief and get the process moving.

Does MindOfDerby offer real estate photography and videography?

Yes. MindOfDerby provides professional real estate videography and photography services in Los Angeles, including 4K drone footage, FAA-licensed pilots, and 24-hour turnaround options.

Do you produce music videos and visualizers for artists?

Yes. MindOfDerby produces full music videos, performance pieces, and looping visualizers for recording artists, labels, and independent musicians, handling creative concepting, directing, cinematography, and post-production.

What types of narrative and short-form films do you produce?

We produce narrative short films, branded narrative pieces, documentary-style stories, and concept-driven cinematic work, developing the script, directing on set, and crafting the edit.

What types of still photography do you offer?

We shoot brand and product photography, editorial and lifestyle imagery, portraits and headshots, event coverage, and architectural and real estate stills, all professionally lit and retouched.

What design and branding services do you provide?

We build visual identity systems including logo design, color palettes, typography, brand guidelines, and graphic assets designed to translate seamlessly into video and photography.

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Photography That Does What It's Supposed To Do.

Commercial stills, editorial photography, product content, and campaign imagery -- shot with cinema-grade discipline and delivered ready to publish.

Most photography looks fine. Fine doesn't sell products, land press, or stop scrolls. MindOfDerby approaches stills the same way we approach cinematography -- intentional lighting, precise composition, and an art direction point of view that makes the subject look like it belongs in a campaign, not a catalog.

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RAW

Uncompressed Capture

EDITORIAL

Art-Directed

24hr

Delivery Available

$0

Upfront Options Available

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A Great Picture Isn't Taken. It's Built.

Location, lighting, direction, timing, and post -- every frame is a production decision. We don't show up and shoot. We show up with a plan, execute it precisely, and deliver images that look like they cost more than they did.

Tell Us What You're Shooting

How We Shoot It

Every photography project follows the same disciplined process. Nothing improvised.

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Concept + Art Direction

Visual brief, reference development, and lighting plan built before the shoot day.

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Location Or Studio

Scouted location or controlled studio environment. We design the frame, not just find it.

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Production

Sony and RED camera systems. Cinema lenses. Controlled strobes and continuous lighting. Tethered capture.

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Posing Direction

Talent or product direction on set. Precise styling, posing, and composition adjustments throughout.

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Retouching + Color Grading

In-house retouching, color grading, and skin or product correction to campaign standard.

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Final Delivery

High-res RAW exports, retouched TIFFs, web-ready JPEGs, and platform-formatted variants. All within agreed timeline.

What You Get

Campaign-grade imagery delivered in every format you need to publish across every platform you run.

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Editorial Quality

Intentional composition, precise lighting, and a clear visual point of view in every frame.

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Full Art Direction

Concept, set design, styling direction, and talent management. Not just photography -- a full production.

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In-House Retouching

Retouching and color done by the same team that shot it. No quality handoff, no aesthetic drift.

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Multi-Format Delivery

Print-ready TIFFs, web-optimized JPEGs, and platform-formatted crops. Every size, every use case.

The Difference Between Photography That Looks Like Content & Photography That Looks Like A Campaign Is What Happens Before The Shutter Fires.

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What most brands end up with.

Photographer who shows up and figures it out on the day
Flat lighting that makes the product look like a prototype
No art direction -- just reference boards and good intentions
Retouching sent offshore with no context or brand standard
Images that are technically fine and visually forgettable

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What MindOfDerby delivers.

Pre-planned production with lighting diagram and shot list locked in advance
Cinema-grade strobe and continuous lighting built for the subjectFull art direction from set design through talent and styling
In-house retouching matched to the shoot's color language
Images that look like they belong in a magazine or a campaign

Every Tool Your Project Needs.

We built the entire production pipeline in-house so nothing gets lost between vendors.

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Commercial

Product, lifestyle, and brand stills for ads, campaigns, and e-commerce. Studio or location.

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Editorial

Magazine-quality stills for press, PR, and brand editorial content.

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Product

Clean tabletop and lifestyle product content for DTC, retail, and marketplace listings.

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Real-Estate

Architectural and interiors stills for listing pages, MLS, and property marketing.

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Events

Brand events, product launches, press days, and trade show coverage. Delivered same-day.

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Fashion & Lookbooks

Styled editorial photography for fashion brands, designers, and stylists. Per-look or full-day.

Packages & Scope

Choose a tier. We scope the shoot to match your subject and your delivery requirements.

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Essentials

Half-day shoot, single subject or product, retouched selects, and web-ready delivery. For brands moving fast.

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Signature

Full-day shoot, multi-subject coverage, full art direction, retouching, and multi-format delivery.

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Premium

Multi-day campaign shoot, full art direction and set design, talent management, and complete delivery package.

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Add-ons: Twilight or golden hour window, aerial photography, additional talent, rush 24-hour delivery, extended retouching, print-ready file prep, dedicated vertical crop set.

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Featured Work

Explore a few of our recent photography projects, then let's map out yours.

Ready To Go?

Send us the subject, the brief, and your deadline. We'll map the cleanest approach and get you a quote within 24 hours.

Working with brands, agencies, designers, and real estate professionals across Los Angeles and beyond. First-time clients receive a complimentary creative consultation before the shoot.

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