Location
Our studio is located in the courtyard at Justine’s Brasserie. Parking is available in the Justine’s lot across the street from the restaurant.
4710 East 5th St,
Austin, TX, 78702
Hours
Thurs-Sun, 6pm-11pm
FAQ
How long does a portrait take?
It takes around 15 minutes to shoot your portrait, and around 1 hour to finish processing.
Do I need an appointment?
We try to keep availability for walk-ins, but do recommend booking an appointment, especially at high volume times. Walk-ins can often involve a wait. Make an appointment by clicking HERE.
How much does a portrait cost?
We offer two sizes -
5x7 - $70 (1-2 people)
8x10 - $130 (1-4 people)
Can I buy a gift certificate?
Certainly. Click HERE to make a purchase online, or visit us in the studio!
How many people can be photographed at once?
Due to size restrictions in our studio, we can only shoot 2 people on the 5x7 plate, and 4 people on the 8x10 plate.
(You could add a small child or chihuahua to either of those, but that’s really the limit!)
Is this a one-shot kind of deal?
Fortunately, no.
We'll be sure to develop the plate in front of you. If you would like to make changes, let the photographer know and we will re-shoot at no cost. Please be advised this is not a digital process, so we cannot shoot previews!
There are streaks and marks on my photograph, is this normal?
Yes.
Tintypes are a handmade image, and will contain all kinds of chemical and mechanical artifacts. If any of these detract from the image, let us know before we finish the photograph, and we can re shoot at no cost.
What should I wear?
Anything, everything or nothing!
Feel free to dress up, or down. Patterns and textures always look great. Feel free to bring small props, hats, jewelry etc. Tintypes can be very high contrast - so avoid solid white or solid black. Finally, if there is more than one person in the shot, try to wear different colors, patterns and textures.
Why is nobody smiling in these photographs?
Because photography is a serious business. If a smile is attempted within the portrait studio, you will be politely asked to leave and never return.
Just kidding. Smiles look great in tintype… if you’re into that kind of thing.
Can I wear glasses?
It depends.
UV coating will cause the lenses to darken - sometimes this is barely noticeable, other times it will give a ‘smoked’ look to the glass.
Blue-light blocker will cause the lens to black out entirely.
If unsure, bring the glasses with you - or an old pair of frames without lenses!
Can I bring my pet?
It depends.
Small animals that are comfortable being picked up and photographed with their human(s) can be photographed without concern.
Bigger animals must be photographed by themselves. For this, your pet will have to be able to hold a focused ‘sit-stay’ command for around 2-3 minutes. Not all breeds photograph well - animals with dark or matte fur will often not photograph as well as lighter, shinier breeds.
Please note - we use 19,200 watts of light to make our portraits. In simple terms, it’s a really big flash. While we are always happy to re-shoot in order to perfect a shot - with animals you often only get one shot. For best results, we recommend bringing treats, toys, and a tired-out pet!
For the comfort and well-being of our animal friends, please do not bring pets that are fearful or easily stressed.
Any tips for photographing with babies and small children?
Babies and toddlers are easiest to photograph when held, although it is possible to photograph them by themselves.
For best results, we recommend a recently-napped and fed child, toys, treats, and perhaps a friend to assist. A tablet with cartoons can be a great trick for mesmerizing wriggly kids into holding still and looking at the camera.
Be warned - we use a big flash to make our portraits. It’s perfectly safe but can be an overwhelming experience for your little one. To avoid flinching, we try not to talk about it too much before we take the picture, but it can be helpful to warn certain children first.
Can you shoot Maternity portraiture?
Certainly!
Solo or with a partner, we recommend the 8x10 plate in portrait orientation.
Due to the size of the studio, we can only frame from the top of the head to the bottom of the bump.
Try to wear lighter colors, patterns, and textures for maternity shots. It’s also advised to contrast your maternity wear with that of your partner, so the colors don’t merge into one.
Is there a digital copy?
Absolutely. We include a digital copy with every tintype. Just leave us your email and we'll send it over within 48hrs.
Didn’t see your copy? - email info@lumieretintype.com with a photo or description of your plate, along with the date of your shoot.
Can I order reprints?
You bet. We keep a high resolution version of your photographs on file, and can have the good folks at Agave Print mail you out archival inkjet reprints at any time.
Just email us with the digital version, photo, or description of your tintype, along with the date it was taken, and we will invoice you via email.
Pricing is as follows, and includes tax and shipping -
5x7 - $25
8x10 - $35
16x20 - $65
Can I use the photograph for a holiday card, or save the date?
No problem. The digital file that comes with your tintype is ample quality for a small reprint or e-card.
Can I use the photograph commercially?
Sure thing. Like any photographer, usage fees apply when the work is used in a commercial or editorial fashion. The price will vary depending on how the image is used. Contact us at info@lumieretintype.com for a quote.
Do you shoot events, or commercial /editorial work?
Yes! Shoot an email to info@lumieretintype.com with the scope of your project and dates involved, and we can draw up a quote.