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do this for multiple reasons firstly it provides ORGANIZATION to how we
setup our schedule.
Pricing at conventions in which we have a
photo booth setup:
- 1 - 2 Costumers, includes two
8.5x11" prints - $20
- For each additional costumer + $10
and you get an additional 8.5x11" print
When you fill out the Email and replace the
-INSERT- parts with appropriate information.
We will also need ADDITIONAL information
including but not limited to:
- Your name and online handle.
- Names of others (including their
online handles) in your group and who made their costumes.
- A contact phone number for the group
at the convention.
- A photo of each costume that will be
in the shoot.
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The links above have embedded subjects.
Failure to use these links may result in your request being lost and may
delay your approval and response. NOTE: If a shoot says "[Preview
Required]" we need said preview in the FIRST contact email. Its better
to have us try and squeeze you in the week before the con than to use up
a slot only to be canceled a week before the con. Conventions marked with a * indicate we
should have a booth for indoor photos.
It is STRONGLY recommended you have a cell phone in order for you to reach
us at the convention should the need arise.
Weather permitting, photoshoots will be done outside. Note that it is
possible that photoshoots can be canceled due to weather combined with
lack of area indoors for photos. Furthermore, having a photoshoot taken
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- How do I schedule a Photoshoot?
Use one of the above links to email DeathCom to set things up. Be sure
you have fully read this page and have followed the instructions. If you
dont get a response right away, don't worry. If its less than a week to
the convention and you haven't heard back, do email us again.
- Didn't photoshoots use to be free?
They still are at conventions at which we can not offer you prints on
the spot. At conventions where we have a photo booth, we now basically
charge you the cost of our prints. So we are not exactly charging you
for the shoot, but instead charging you for prints.
- What does "Preview Required" mean?
Pretty much how it sounds. Due to the high number of applicants for
larger conventions, we instituted a preview policy to filter things more
appropriately. You will need to attach a photo of your costume with your
application. Keep in mind that previews are always preferred for many
reasons. The foremost is so we can easilly pick you out of the crowd
when we see you in person.
- Can I get a 8.5"x11" print of MY
photo?
YES! Email DeathCom for details. Prices are currently $10 + shipping
($5). PayPal accepted at DeathCom@gmail.com
- Does the DeathCom Staff play
favorites on selecting costumers?
Yes. If we see an example of a character we know done well, chances are
we will ask for a photoshoot on the spot. Of course there are also
personal favorite characters that we go above and beyond for. (for info
on that, read up on us). We intentionally leave gaps in our convention
time schedules for on the spot additions.
- Ive seen costumers hang out at
your photo booth getting TONS of photos, what's that all about?
If we have time (as in there is no line at our booth), and you have lots
of ideas and love photos. We will take as many photos of you as we can.
Its not a 'photoshoot' in the traditional sense. You don't need to
schedule those, just be around when we aren't busy ^_^
- Is my costume good enough for a
photoshoot?
Well, if you are asking that, then we would too. Enthusiasm goes a long
way. However, if you just purchased the parts and threw something
together and it still looks like street clothes, we will probably turn
you down. DeathCom Multimedia reserves the right to turn down any
photoshoot for any reason we see fit.
- Can I schedule a photoshoot
outside of a convention?
YES! Click the bottom link above, you must be in the Pittsburgh
Pennsylvania area to do so.
- Are there any restrictions on type of
costumes allowed?
Some. DeathCom Multimedia staff will not accept "original"
characters for free photoshoots. Variations on characters are accepted. EGL / Elegant Gothic
Lolita is not accepted for it falls under "original" characters. J-rock
cosplay is accepted.
- Are there any other restrictions I
should know about?
Again, some. Predetermined meet ups at convetions are not covered by our
photoshoot policy. If we see the meet up, we will try to grab a hallway
class shot of the group, but we will not stay and do a photoshoot there.
Furthermore regarding groups. Groups should not consist of more than
five people. We at DCM try to focus on the individual costumer, and
large groups do not allow for time for that.
- I had a photoshoot taken at a
convention, but my photos are not on the site. What happened?
Be aware that even if you are approved for a photoshoot, there is a
chance the photos may not make the cut for the site. It could happen as
a result of numerous reasons, mechanical failure, minion failure, or It
could be costume failure (something 'popped out' when it shouldn't
have). If you are one of the very few this happens to, we will still
provide photos from the event to you directly.
- Can I request a specific photographer
for my shoot?
Yes. Simply mention it in the email and we will try to accommodate. By
default, we try to pair costumers up with the photographer who best
knows the character and its needs.
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