What portrait, graduation, product and event shoots cost in Nairobi in 2026, what changes the price, and our own rates and booking terms.
In 2026, a Nairobi photoshoot costs from about KES 2,500 for a studio portrait to KES 120,000 for a full event day. Most personal shoots cost KES 5,000 to KES 30,000, depending on hours, locations and how many edited photos you get.
What the Nairobi market charges
These are typical ranges across the city in 2026. Prices move with experience, equipment and demand, so treat them as a guide.
| Type of shoot | Typical market price |
|---|---|
| Studio portraits | KES 2,500–10,000 |
| Per-photo studios | KES 350–500 per photo |
| Personal brand shoot (2 hours) | KES 15,000–30,000 |
| Event coverage, half day | KES 10,000–30,000 |
| Event coverage, full day | KES 30,000–120,000 |
| Product photos, plain | KES 200–500 per photo |
| Product studio day | About KES 25,000 |
Per-photo studios are good value for passport photos, CV headshots and quick family pictures. If that is all you need, you may not need us. Walk into a local studio and pay per photo.
The wide range for full-day events comes down to what is included. Extra photographers, video and printed albums all push the price up.
Our photoshoot prices
We publish our prices so you can plan with confidence. These are starting points for shoots within Nairobi.
Portraits and personal brand
- Portrait mini-session, KES 5,000. 45 minutes, one location and 10 edited images.
- Personal brand session, from KES 18,000. 2 hours, 2 looks and 25 edited images. Good for founders, consultants and creatives who need fresh photos for a website or LinkedIn.
- Graduation session, from KES 5,000. Portraits in your gown to mark the day. See our graduation photoshoot page for details.
Products
- Plain product photo, KES 500 per item. A clean background, ready for a catalogue or online shop.
- Styled product photo, KES 1,500 per item. Props, surfaces and a set that shows the product in use.
Events and commercial work
- Event half day, from KES 15,000. 4 hours, 100+ edited images and an online gallery.
- Event full day, from KES 40,000. 8 hours and 200+ images.
- Commercial or brand shoot day, KES 35,000–60,000. For campaigns, websites and adverts.
More on events is on our event photography page. Our full price list is on the pricing page.
What changes the price
Two shoots that sound alike can cost very different amounts. These five things make the difference.
- Hours. More time means more set-ups, more looks and more photos to choose from.
- Locations. Every move adds travel and set-up time. Two spots in Karura Forest take less time than Karura and then the CBD.
- Edits. Each edited image needs work on colour, skin and clean-up. Ten images and fifty images are very different jobs.
- Travel. Our prices cover shoots within Nairobi. Outside Nairobi, travel is charged at cost.
- Licence. Photos for your own social media need a simple licence. Photos for paid adverts, billboards or packaging need a wider licence, and that is priced in.
What your budget gets you
- Around KES 5,000. A portrait mini-session or a graduation session with us. Elsewhere, a basic studio portrait package or a set of per-photo prints.
- Around KES 15,000 to KES 20,000. A personal brand session, an event half day or ten styled product photos.
- KES 35,000 and up. A commercial shoot day for a campaign, or a full day of event coverage.
Questions to ask any photographer
Whoever you book, ask these before you pay a deposit. Clear answers protect you from surprises.
- How many edited images are included?
- When and how will I receive them?
- Can I use the photos in paid adverts?
- Is travel included in the price?
- What happens if it rains on the day?
That last question matters in Nairobi. The rains fall roughly from March to May and from October to December, so outdoor shoots in those months need a backup plan.
Our booking terms
- A 50% deposit secures your date.
- Quotes are valid for 14 days.
- Travel outside Nairobi is charged at cost.
- Your edited photos are ready within 5 days.
How to get more from your budget
- Book a weekday. Parks and gardens are quieter, so we get more done in the time.
- Plan your outfits. Lay them out, ironed, the night before. Time spent changing is time taken from the shoot.
- Keep locations close together. Pick one or two spots in the same area.
- Use golden hour. In Nairobi, the soft evening light runs roughly from 6:00 to 6:40 pm.
- Compare like with like. Check the price per edited image as well as the total. A cheap shoot with five edits can work out expensive.
Get a quote
Tell us the kind of shoot, your date and where you would like to shoot, and we will send a clear quote. Reach us through our contact page or on WhatsApp at +254 748 220 249.
