Jasmine Somers Creations

When working with a new client, I like to get to know as much as possible about the client's vision, their needs and wants, and their expectations. I am open to the process that the client is most comfortable with, whether that is emails, phone calls, or in-person meetings. Once we have gone over all essential details, we can schedule and move forward with the shoot, and eventual delivery of photos/videos.

My education in photography and videography dates all the way back to 2005 when I first started learning film photography and photo development/printing. I continued to learn digital mediums throughout my college career at York University and Georgian College in Canada. My education on photography and videography has continued to be ongoing since then, as I have taken workshops and classes with several world-class and award-winning photographers and editors.

I offer standard pricing on my website, but I find that most clients benefit from a custom package with a price that suits both their wants/needs and their budget.

I have always had a passion for photography and the arts, and it slowly started to become a business as I began to travel after college, and some of the people that I met along my travels people began to appreciate my work and request my help with their photography needs.

I've worked with a wide variety of customers to date, from a variety of local businesses in the Cayman Islands, to non-profit organizations in Miami such as the Top Gun Fighter Foundation in Miami. I have also done photos of food and events in Miami and area for A Joy Wallace catering and Stellar Media Agency. In addition to that, I have done engagement photos for multiple clients in the Miami area as well as automotive photography for multiple individual clients who race at Palm Beach International Raceway and/or participate in local car shows.

I recently shot a cocktail party and product launch event for Famigo at the Van Gogh Experience exhibit at the Olympia Theater in Maimi. The event was a great experience and included art exhibitions, cocktails & hors d'oeuvres, DJs & dancing, speeches, and a live performance by Ivy Queen. It was a great night and I got some amazing shots for the client!

I would encourage a potential new client to browse many photographers/videographers and speak to the top 3 to 5 that they like best. It is important to ensure that you are not only hiring somebody who has a portfolio that impresses you, but also who connects well with you, understands your vision, and treats your job professionally.

Customers seeking a photographer or videographer have a lot of things that they may want to think through before talking to pros about their needs. My top suggestions would be:
- What photos/videos inspire you when you think about how you want this to turn out? Creating a "vision board" can help!
- When do you want the shoot to happen (if not on a specific event date)?
- Do you require more than one outfit? More than one location? 
- Do you want to shoot in a natural setting or in a studio?
- How many photos do you need (if you require a specific number of shots)?
- What questions do you want to ask the pro that will make you feel more comfortable with working together?