Michelle Etwaroo

Michelle Etwaroo
Brooklyn, NY 11225
ph: 718-249-6590
clientserv@fourstrokesofbrooklyn.com

FAQ's

Where are you located?

Brooklyn, New York. Prospect-Lefferts Gardens to be exact. I do not have a private studio (yet), But, if you are in the New York Metro Area, a face to face consultation can be arranged.

What is the price range for your services?

Photography: (prices include local travel/within Brooklyn)

Boudoirs, Engagements and Portraits $200
All day coverage starts at $1000

*As of Jan 2011, destination photography (throughout the US, Caribbean-specifically Jamaica, Europe-specifically London, etc.) is free with accommodations and airfare reimbursement.

Graphic Design:
Invite Sets start at $5 and include invites/rsvps/matching envelopes.

Design only services for DIY'ers and web and print ready images start at $50 per design. Size and complexity of design must be taken into consideration

Innovations:

Event planning and marketing services start at $300.

What is the process for ordering stationery?

After our initial conversation, an estimate of my service will be made. A deposit of 50% is required to begin the job and drafts will be provided along the way as we perfect the design. A final proof will be presented and upon your approval, I must receive the remaining 50% balance. At this point your designs will be delivered digitally or printed as it was approved.

What kind of paper do you use?

For designs, i use 80lb and 120lb paper, for photography prints, Kodak.

Are you "green"?

Yes! For starters, 90% of all communication will be via telephone and email. From our first conversation, to order and design drafting, proofing and consult. All of my vendors are local and I travel by foot and public transport when necessary. If i must drive to a location or vendor, i use Zipcar, a car sharing service. I also employ the use of natural elements and recyclable items, etc.

Do you deliver?

If you are in the New York Metro Area, you can arrange for pick up of your designs/prints/images, etc. If you are outside of New York, delivery can be arranged via FedEx.

What form of payment is accepted?

Cash, Money Orders, and Credit Cards/Debit Cards via Paypal. If Paypal is your preferred method a 3% service charge will be added.

Do you have a referral program for previous clients?

If you are a former client and refer someone that orders 50 pieces or more of stationery, or hires me for all day photography coverage, you will receive a gift certificate to a store or restaurant of your choice.

Do you keep a list of preferred vendors?

Yes, I do. whether you are looking for someone closer to your town, are a DIY'er that needs a point in the right direction, or maybe i am booked during the time that you need me, I have a plethora of colleagues that i can refer you to throughout the US and the Caribbean.:

-Graphic Designers

-Photographers

-Event Planners

-Bakers and Cake Designers

-Fashion Designers

-Caterers

-Marketing and PR Professionals

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