FAQ
Booking
01.
WHERE ARE YOU LOCATED?
I am originally from Graubünden. Currently, I live in Zurich, but I travel all over Switzerland with my camera.
HOW DO YOU DEFINE YOUR STYLE?
Modern, classy, natural, emotional and very detail oriented. I like to capture natural moments and appreciate it when all the details (location, clothes, etc.) are in harmony during the shoot.
WHY SHOULD WE BOOK YOU?
My job is my absolute passion. I love getting to know new personalities and capturing their story as authentically as possible in pictures. Originally, I come from the event & marketing sector and have been in all the big event houses in Switzerland, which also benefits my job. I have always been a creative mind and photography is the perfect job for me to combine my creativity with my service passion. There is a piece of my heart in every work, and I can live that so individually in this job.
My eyes sparkle when my clients are happy with their pictures at the end, and I was able to deliver a wonderful memory or, depending on the client, top image material. I love to create authentic pictures, pictures that stay with you.
PRICES
The prices vary depending on the shooting. Have a look at my offers. For detailed prices, feel free to write to me via the contact form.
HOW MANY PICTURES DO I GET?
This number depends on the shooting. Normally, you can expect about 30 -45 pictures per hour. You don't have to buy any pictures; I will also send you more pictures from a shooting if they turned out great.
EDITING PICTURES
Post-processing is the most time-consuming part of my work. Every single image I deliver to you is carefully examined. I mainly make colour corrections so that the colour tones appear more harmonious. On request, I also correct small blemishes that are not inherent. My style is and remains natural.
APPOINTMENT BOOKING
The dates are definitely confirmed by email with all the information about the shooting.
The dates are firmly booked, except in summer. Shootings that take place outside can be postponed depending on the weather. Often there is an alternative date anyway.
ORGANISATION, PLANNING & PROCEDURE
Email me or use the contact form to tell me exactly what you want. I will be happy to support you in the planning. On my Pinterest page, you can already collect some ideas. Pinterest – Livia Bass Fotografie
I am also happy to support you in the final planning / concept creation.
HAIR & MAKE-UP
No obligation, but please let me know if you would like to have your hair & make-up done beforehand. A wonderful opportunity to be wonderfully treated once again. I'm happy to recommend stylists – costs start from around CHF 180.
SHIPPING IMAGES - ONLINE GALLERY
The pictures are delivered in colour and some in black and white. The pictures are delivered in JPGS format. No RAW files will be delivered. The images will be delivered in an online gallery after the shoot for about 2 - 3 weeks, which can be shared with family and friends. In this gallery, you can download the images directly and send them on. Two sizes are available: High resolution and webpage resolution. There is also the possibility to create your own personal gallery, for example, if you would rather not send all the pictures to your loved ones.
There is a shop in the online gallery that I highly recommend for great quality printed images or gifts like a calendar. Just have a look, printed pictures always look even more intense.
PAYMENT & INVOICE
I always send you the invoice after the shooting by email together with your online gallery of images.
VOUCHERS
You can order a gift voucher from me. Giving a shooting as a gift is always such a nice idea and certainly a unique memory.
I will gladly send you the voucher by post so that you can enclose it with the gift. The voucher can be redeemed within 6 months.
ALBUMS & PRINTS
In the online gallery that you receive, a non-binding shop is automatically included. Printed pictures have an even different effect and for this I recommend you to buy good quality from the service providers. Prints, framed pictures, calendars-you will find everything in the online shop.
CANCELLATION
My appointments are often booked 2–3 months in advance. Cancellations at short notice are charged at 50% of the total price, as I am then unable to fill this slot as quickly. For weddings, the rules are a little different. You will find all the details about cancellations and possible costs in the agreement.
Baby & Family
02.
WHEN IS THE BEST TIME FOR THE BABY BUMP SHOOT?
Often the shoot is done between the 30th and 37th week of pregnancy. There is no right time. Every woman's body is different, and so I recommend doing the shoot when you feel comfortable with your baby bump.
I offer a baby bump baby package. Feel free to get in touch via the contact form if you are interested.
WHEN IS THE BEST TIME FOR A NEWBORN SHOOTING?
In the first 14 weeks, the baby still sleeps a lot, and therefore it is ideal. But don't be stressed, it is also possible after 3 months or even longer. Of course, you should also be able to enjoy the shooting, so I always say, look when it suits you. In the first year of life, I often do a newborn, 6 - months & 12-months shooting because the little ones change so rapidly.
WHERE DOES THE SHOOTING TAKE PLACE?
I often shoot at my clients' homes. It is always great to create a personal home story. It is also possible to take some pictures outside at the end of the shoot at your place – of course, you can combine it indoors and outdoors.
It can also take place outside in a completely different place, in nature at the lake, in a field of flowers or in the mountains. I know many beautiful places in and around Zurich, but I am always open to discovering new beautiful places.
Write me your wishes, and we will find the ideal place for the shooting.
HOW LONG DOES A SHOOTING TAKE?
The shootings last about 45 to 90 minutes with a change of location or depending on the outfit change.
A Newborn Shooting often lasts 2 hours, because in between there is still breastfeeding, there are several small breaks, and I don't want to stress the little ones. Often, I also take pictures of breastfeeding, which are also super nice moments.
PLANNING & PREPARATION & CLOTHING
Let me know your wishes. You can also gather inspiration here: Pinterest – Livia Bass Fotografie I always recommend plain clothes in natural tones. For the baby bump shoot, this could be black or white underwear with a kimono, a pair of jeans that won't let your tummy close up, or a white blouse. With families, I always recommend that you coordinate with each other – no overly bright colours or flashy patterns. Simple, plain and beautiful, à la less is more.
For the baby shoot, you can still work with plain blankets. Again, my style is less is more, no frills. Personal accessories can always be incorporated and for baby poses I also emphasise natural poses.
SHIPPING PICTURES
The pictures are delivered in colour and some in black and white. The pictures are delivered in JPGS format. No RAW files will be delivered. The images will be delivered in an online gallery after the shoot for about 2 - 3 weeks, which can be shared with family and friends. In this gallery, you can download the images directly and send them on. Two sizes are available: High resolution and webpage resolution. There is also the possibility to create your own personal gallery, for example, if you would rather not send all the pictures to your loved ones.
There is a shop in the online gallery that I highly recommend for great quality printed images or gifts like a calendar. Just have a look, printed pictures always look even more intense.
03.
Lifestyle-Portrait
BOOKING
I have many clients who have their own business and always need authentic images for their website, social media and other marketing. And it is exactly such individual reportages that I really enjoy.
Please contact me for a tailor-made offer.
HOW LONG DOES A SHOOTING TAKE?
The shootings last about 45 to 90 minutes with a change of location or depending on the outfit change.
WHERE DOES THE SHOOTING TAKE PLACE?
I often shoot at my clients' homes. It's also possible to take some pictures outside at the end of the shoot at your place – of course you can combine it indoors and outdoors.
It can also take place outside in a completely different place - café, hotel, nature etc.. I know many beautiful places and locations in and around Zurich, but am also always open to discover new pretty places.
Write me your wishes, and we will find the ideal place for the shooting.
SHIPPING PICTURES
The images are delivered in colour and certain in black and white. The images are delivered in JPGS format. No RAW files will be delivered. The pictures will be delivered after the shooting about 2–3 weeks in an online gallery. In this gallery, you can download the pictures directly. Two sizes are available: High resolution and web page resolution.
04.
Wedding
BOOKING
For a wedding reportage, I am booked between 6–12 months in advance. However, I may also receive a request at short notice. But usually, the Saturdays are gone very quickly. After verbal confirmation, I will send you an agreement with all important details by email. The deposit for the fixed reservation of your date is 50%.
PLANNING SUPPORT
I am always very happy to support my couples in the planning of the event and especially the timing. Having done so many weddings and having a professional background in events, I know what is important. Often little things like transitions from the day are forgotten, and I'm happy to help you with that too. I would also be happy to recommend my service providers (florists, wedding speakers etc.) if this is desired.
Before the wedding, you will also receive a detailed questionnaire from me with all possible details about the course and content of your day, so that nothing is forgotten. You will also know exactly what I will be doing all day, so you can really enjoy the day and not have to think about anything.
SHIPPING IMAGES - ONLINE GALLERY
The selection and processing of the pictures takes between 8–12 weeks. Depending on the workload, you will receive a small preview of your day after a few days. You will receive the pictures in an online gallery, which you can forward directly to your guests. The gallery can be personalised, so you can also hide certain pictures, for example if you would rather not send all the pictures from the couple shoot.
COUPLE SHOOTING WEDDING DAY
This depends on your timing on the wedding day. As a rule, you can expect about 30–50 minutes. Depending on what is desired. It is always important for me to discuss the possible locations in advance. If there is a super beautiful sunset in the evening, I will be happy to grab you again for 5–10 minutes. We are always dependent on the weather and light situation on the shooting day.
ACCOMMODATION PHOTOGRAPHER
This depends on my journey and number of hours on location. If I have more than 2 hours of driving ahead of me, I often arrive the evening before. Also because of the traffic in Switzerland.
SECOND SHOOTER
I often shoot alone. I recommend a second shooter for a minimum of 80 guests. A second photographer provides more perspectives with so many people you can then divide up nicely. If you wish you can book a second shooter depending on the reportage - from CHF 100.- per hour from 3 hours.
CANCELLATION FROM MY SIDE
Fortunately, this has never happened. If this should ever happen, I would do everything in my power to organise a worthy replacement. I have many great photographer colleagues who support each other. I am also a member of a Swiss photography community that always finds someone.