Consulting Services

Under the personal direction of Gary Chassman, Verve Editions provides consulting services to photographers and aspiring authors in the conceptual, and editorial development and ultimate realization of publication of their work.

Consulting services are offered on an hourly basis, and all fees are invoiced directly to the client. There are no additional hidden charges or expenses. Services provided include:

• Initial telephone consultation to explore possible publishing options 1/2 hour (no fee)
• Conceptual development

Extended meeting/discussion to refine and clarify concept

• Editorial development

Edit visual material
Identify possible contributors for foreword, introduction and accompanying essay
Contact possible contributors
Conclude agreements with contributor(s)

• Write comprehensive proposal

Draft detailed outline of contents/chapters Market research of general subject matter Create marketing positioning statement

• Draft accompanying exhibition proposal (If applicable)

Identify possible exhibition venues

• Engage designer for project

Determine specifications for book
Secure bulking dummies of book

• Produce maquette of proposed project
• Research possible publishers for project

Identify competitive books

• Finalize presentation for publishers and museum venues