Pricing:

(Tier 1) Standard, $80 per photo. Minerals in this category are typically self standing and do not require any unusual lighting conditions.

(Tier 2) Challenging, $150 per photo. Minerals in this category require complex assistance to stand up in the desired orientation, and/or require unusual lighting considerations. Large specimens also fall into this category; typically these are 20cm+ and/or 3kg+

Day Rates: For the best value on large jobs, we offer daily rates. Contact us for current day rate offerings.

Availability and Rush Charges: Standard turnaround for all finished work to be completed and returned to client is three weeks. If specimens are mailed to Cross Mineral Studios, turnaround for returning the specimens in the mail is two weeks. Rush charges are as follows:

•During mineral shows, we strive to return Client rocks as quickly as possible. The standard turnaround for returning your specimen during a mineral show is three days, but we will attempt to return specimens sooner. If a specimen is given to Cross Mineral Studios during a mineral show and must be returned to client within one business day, the rush charge is $50 per specimen.

•If a finished photo or video is needed within one week of the session, a $30 per item rush charge applies. During mineral shows, same week rush charges are $60 per item.

•If a finished photo or video is needed within one business day of the session, a $50 per item rush charge applies. During mineral shows, same day rush charges are $100 per item.

•If a specimen is mailed and must be shipped back to client within five business days, a $100 per specimen expedite charge applies.

•If a specimen is mailed and must be shipped back to client within one business day, a $500 per specimen urgent expedite charge applies.

Travel:

For large enough jobs, the studio can be brought to the client. Clients must cover travel expenses: typically this includes airfare, airport parking, any other local transport, luggage, food, lodging, and a travel fee based on distance to the destination.

Please direct inquiries to: mark@crossminerals.com or contact us via direct message on instagram: @pegmatite_obsession