MODEL SESSIONS
Build the portfolio for where you want to go
Model Sessions are designed for models looking to build, refine, and strengthen their portfolio with intention. Whether you need updated digitals, greater range in your book, imagery tailored toward the brands and work you want to pursue, or simply an opportunity to create something new, each session is built around a purpose
Industry Targeting
More than simply adding new images to your portfolio, this 30-minute session is built with a specific goal in mind. We'll target the look, aesthetic, and feel of a brand or market you want to pursue, then intentionally develop the styling, location, mood, and creative direction to create imagery that helps position you for similar campaigns and opportunities.
Starting From
$ 150
45 Minutes | 2 Outfits (must be same brand) | 20 Images
Portfolio Refresh
A 45-minute session designed to add range to your portfolio. With up to three outfits, we'll create a variety of updated imagery that strengthens your book without committing to a full-length session.
Starting From
$ 200
1 hour | Up to 5 outfits | 30 Images
Digitals
A 20-minute streamlined session focused on clean, current images that accurately represent you. We'll capture the essential angles, expressions, and full-length shots commonly used for castings, agency submissions, and professional opportunities—keeping styling simple and editing minimal so the focus stays on you.
Starting From
$ 75
20 Minutes | 1-2 Outfits | 10 Images
* All prices are subject to applicable Hawaii General Excise Tax (GET) *
Session Enhancements
Take your session further with optional enhancements designed to support your individual goals. From professional model coaching and studio access to additional imagery and portfolio materials, select services can be added where available to create a more complete experience.
Professional development
Professional Model Coaching with Kyani Bateman
With over six years of modeling experience and five years of coaching, Kyani Bateman brings experience from brand campaigns, pageantry, and runways including Miami Swim Week. As Founder and Model Coach of Pakolea Academy and director of Island and Maui Showcase Fashion Shows, she brings hands-on expertise in posing, movement, expression, and on-camera performance directly to your session.
Applicable to:
- Industry Targeting +$150
- Portfolio Refresh +$200
Subject to coaching availability.
Location boost
Studio Upgrade
Take your session into a professional studio for greater control, versatility, and a polished finish. Studio access is ideal for clean portfolio work, beauty, fashion, and concepts that benefit from controlled lighting and a dedicated shooting environment. Availability and pricing vary by studio, session length, and creative needs.
PORTFOLIO MATERIALS
Comp Card Design +$30
Turn your updated imagery into a polished, professional comp card designed to help you present yourself confidently to agencies, brands, designers, and casting opportunities. Your card will feature a curated selection of images alongside your current measurements and modeling information, formatted for both digital sharing and print.
Motion
Professionally Edited Reels +$75
Bring your session to life with short-form video captured alongside your photos. Designed around the direction of your selected session, these clips highlight movement, personality, and presence, giving you polished motion content for your portfolio and social media.
Includes:
- Five 10-sec maximum edited video clips
- Vertical format
- Color graded & ready to post
Applicable to:
- Industry Targeting, Portfolio Refresh and Monthly Mini
FAQs
How does Industry Targeting work?
Industry Targeting begins with a specific goal in mind. Whether you're looking to pursue a particular brand, campaign aesthetic, or area of the modeling industry, we'll use that direction to intentionally shape the styling, location, mood, and overall feel of your session. The goal is to create portfolio imagery that helps brands and clients better envision you within the type of work you want to pursue.
Industry Targeting is a portfolio-development service and does not guarantee representation, bookings, campaigns, or work with any specific brand or client.
Can I purchase additional images?
Yes! Each Model Session includes the number of final images listed with your selected session. If you find additional favorites you'd like to keep, additional professionally edited images may be purchased separately following your session.
When will I receive my photos?
Final images are delivered through a private online gallery within the turnaround period listed at booking (typically 5-7 business days). Once delivered, you'll be able to download your included final images directly from your gallery. Rush delivery may be available upon request for an additional fee.
What happens if I'm late?
Because Model Sessions are intentionally shorter and may be scheduled around other bookings, arriving late will reduce the amount of shooting time available. Sessions will still end at their originally scheduled time, and missed time cannot be guaranteed or added to the end of your session. Please plan to arrive ready to begin at your scheduled start time.
If the photographer is running late, your session time will not be reduced. Your full booked shooting time will begin once the photographer is ready to start, and the session end time will be adjusted accordingly.
Can I cancel or reschedule?
Life and weather happens! If you need to reschedule your session, please reach out as soon as possible. Rescheduling is subject to availability and the terms of your booking agreement. Cancellations, no-shows, and last-minute changes may result in the loss of payments already made. Full cancellation and rescheduling terms will be provided prior to booking.
How can I use my images?
Model Sessions are designed for personal portfolio development and self-promotion. Your images may be used in your portfolio, comp card, agency or casting submissions, social media, and other personal promotional materials.
Commercial use—including brand campaigns, product advertising, paid promotions, or use by a third-party business—is not included and may require separate licensing. Brands interested in using imagery commercially should contact Darin J. Photography directly.
Still have more questions?
Not sure which session is right for you, or have something specific in mind? Reach out and I’ll help you find the best fit for what you’re looking to build.
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