[identity profile] gavet97.livejournal.com posting in [community profile] dragoncon_lj_archive
OK, with Froggy's pre-sale going on now, and with Patrick Stewart's price being what it is, I broke down and purchased my first Froggy photo op.  I am familiar with most aspects of the con, and *love* the Walk of Fame.  However, what experience do you guys have (and can pass on to me) about Froggy?  Is it like a cattle drive where you are herded in front of your chosen celeb and have 3 seconds before a photo is taken that looks like a driver's license?  Do you have a sec to speak with your celeb?  (And I am well aware that all the rules may fly out the window when it comes to PS.  I just want some stories to let me know what to expect.)  I assume a schedule is set up on-site as to when to expect the star?  Any info would be appreciated.  =)

Re: What?

Date: 2009-07-07 01:25 pm (UTC)
From: [identity profile] ctofine.livejournal.com
I'm just curious--are you talking digital files that have been photoshopped to look better? I'm curious why a digital file of your normal, regular photo with the file (since they are shooting on digital) would up the cost of the photo op...unless they are charging you more b/c they have to either burn the file to disc on site or give you a website and password to download it later.

Not saying anything about the cost of this...just honesty curious (I work in graphic arts and do digital photography on the side).

Re: What?

Date: 2009-07-07 04:40 pm (UTC)
From: [identity profile] geneticlemon.livejournal.com
This is my first experience with Froggy, but on his website he states he gives you the photos on the day of the shoot, so I'm assuming he either emails you the photos, or burns them to disk. It's not just the cost of the digital photos (which are protected under copyright, most likely) but also dependent on how much the actor is charging through his contract. Not to mention Froggy is making framed prints on site, which is probably pretty expensive.

Re: What?

Date: 2009-07-07 05:50 pm (UTC)
From: [identity profile] ctofine.livejournal.com
I completely understand costs related to actors and framing...and, some money for copyright (although that is not a difficult thing to put on a photo)...I would just hate to see anyone charge and arm and a leg for a digital file b/c that is automatically generated when they take the photo. ;)

I haven't messed with the photos ever...however, if certain actors ever do show up, I probably would. :)

Re: What?

Date: 2009-07-08 12:32 am (UTC)
From: [identity profile] neovenom.livejournal.com
You get the 8x10 printout that day (assuming the printers don't jam again, haha). If there is a jam, you'll have it mailed to you in a few weeks. No framing in either case, just a simple photo straight from the printer.

As for the digital files, they write down your e-mail and send it to you a few weeks later. There has been no photoshopping or editing. You get the picture as it came up in the camera. For most of other other guests, the fee for a digital copy was $10.

Re: What?

Date: 2009-07-08 12:34 am (UTC)
From: [identity profile] geneticlemon.livejournal.com
Thanks for the clarification. He makes it seem like he gives you everything on the day of, which I thought was very ambitious.

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