Frequently Asked Questions

Where is MDuran Studio located?

MDuran Studio is at 1155 Westminster Street, Providence, RI 02909. I shoot in the studio and on location around Rhode Island and Boston, and I travel for shoots in New York City and Miami.

What kind of photography do you do?

Fashion, beauty, commercial and branding photography, plus headshots, portraits, birthday shoots, outdoor lifestyle sessions, and model test shoots and agency digitals. I also teach one-on-one photography classes and rent the studio to other creatives.

How much does a headshot session cost?

Headshot sessions start at $250 for 30 minutes with 2 retouched images. A 2-hour branding or acting headshot session with 3 looks and up to 20 retouched images is $950.

How much does a portrait photoshoot cost?

Studio portrait sessions start at $385 for one hour with 1-2 looks and 10 retouched images. The Signature Studio Portrait is $650 for 1.5 hours, 3 looks and 15 retouched images.

Do you do birthday photoshoots?

Yes. The Studio Birthday Experience is $895 for 2 hours in the studio with 3 looks, a makeup artist included, and up to 20 retouched images.

Do I get all the photos from my shoot?

Yes. You receive all the images from your shoot, and your package includes a set number of professionally retouched images. Additional retouched images can be added.

Do you shoot model tests and agency digitals?

Yes. Model digitals are $90 for 30 minutes. A model beauty test is $200, and a 3-look model test shoot is $350 for 2 hours with 9 retouched images.

Do you do outdoor or travel photoshoots?

Yes. Two-hour lifestyle sessions are $500 in Rhode Island and $700 in Boston. New York City is $1,000 for 2 hours and Miami is $2,500 for 3 hours, with travel included.

Do you work in Boston?

Yes. I'm based in Providence and regularly shoot for clients from Boston, both in my studio and on location in Boston.

How do I book a session?

Book online through the Book Session, Headshots or Lifestyle pages. A non-refundable deposit reserves your date.

Can I reschedule my photoshoot?

Yes, you can reschedule once at no charge. Additional reschedules have an extra fee.

How long until I get my retouched photos?

You choose the images you want retouched within 10 days of your session. Retouched images are delivered 10-15 business days after you choose. If you need images right away, the Same Day Delivery Shoot gets you color-corrected images the same day.

Is there an age requirement?

Studio sessions are for ages 16 and up, and outdoor lifestyle sessions are for ages 18 and up.

Can I rent the studio?

Yes. The studio is a 1,500 sq ft space with a cyc wall, backgrounds, seamless paper and a makeup and changing room, and the lighting gear in the studio is included. Rentals start at $65 for one hour, with a one-hour minimum, and are available 7 days a week.

Do you teach photography classes?

Yes. One-on-one classes are $100 for a 1-hour video call or $200 for 2 hours in the studio, covering lighting, posing and camera technique.

Do you shoot commercial and brand campaigns?

Yes. I create advertising and campaign images for large and small brands. Commercial work is quoted per project. Email Mayker@mduranstudio.com with your brand, how the images will be used, and your dates.

What are your hours, and how do I contact you?

Photo sessions run Monday to Friday 9am-7pm and Saturday 10am-8pm. Sundays are for studio rentals only. Email Mayker@mduranstudio.com or call or text (401) 400-2328.