FAQ & Pricing

Straight Answers.

Everything you need before you send a brief — pricing, licensing, process, and the one thing we never apologize for.

We're clear about the work. We stay ambiguous about the character — that's the model, not an evasion.

01

The Work

What you're actually buying, and why it looks the way it does.

Are these real photos, or AI-generated?

Fully AI-generated — that is the entire model, not a caveat. Every image is original production made to your brief, not stock and not a real shoot.

Practically, that means no model fees, no studio booking, no shoot-day logistics, and a level of creative control a traditional shoot can't match.

Who are the personas — can you tell me who's “behind” them?

That answer stays deliberately open. You're licensing production and a face built for your category — not a public figure with a backstory to verify.

We're clear about the work. We stay ambiguous about the character. That's by design, not a dodge.

Can the imagery be built around my brand's own aesthetic?

Yes. Every package starts from your brief, not a template. Wardrobe, environment, mood, and styling are art-directed to your brand — none of it is pulled from a stock library.

Can I choose which persona I work with?

Yes. Tell us your category and aesthetic direction and we'll recommend the strongest fit from the active roster — or request a specific persona directly if you already have one in mind.

02

Packages & Pricing

Entry point to full campaign. All prices in GHC / USD.

What packages do you offer, and what do they cost?

Michel Ardent Studio package pricing
PackageDeliversLicenseTimelinePrice
The Portrait1 image, 1 look6-mo organic social3–5 daysGHC 2,100 / $140
The Edit3 images, up to 2 looks6-mo multi-platform social5–8 daysGHC 5,250 / $350
Campaign I5 images, up to 3 looks12-mo commercial + paid ads7–10 daysGHC 9,750 / $650
Campaign II10 images, up to 5 looks12-mo full commercial7–14 daysGHC 17,500 / $1,165
Campaign III20 images + 6 videos12-mo full commercial, transferable7–21 daysGHC 34,500 / $2,300
Content Partnership8 images + 2 videos / monthRolling commercialPriorityGHC 25,500 / $1,700 mo

Each package includes one consolidated revision round. Campaign I and above include a creative direction session before production starts.

Rush turnaround within 72 hours of brief confirmation is +30% and is available on The Portrait and The Edit only.

An extra look is GHC 1,500. An additional consolidated revision is GHC 600 per image or GHC 1,200 per video.

I don't know how many images I need — where do I start?

Tell us the scope — a single hero shot, a launch, or an ongoing content need — and we'll match you to a package. We qualify before we quote, not the other way round.

Do you offer discounts?

Pricing is set where it is for a reason. If budget is a genuine constraint, we'll right-size the scope rather than discount the package — a smaller package that's fully usable beats a discounted one that isn't.

What add-ons are available?

Rush turnaround — delivery within 72 hours of brief confirmation, +30% on the package fee. Available on The Portrait and The Edit only.

Extra look — one additional outfit-and-styling combination beyond the package scope, GHC 1,500.

Additional revision — one consolidated round beyond the included one, GHC 600 / image · GHC 1,200 / video.

03

Licensing & Usage

What you own, what you can do with it, and how to lock it down.

Who owns the images once I've paid?

The studio retains ownership of all generated content. You receive a license to use it within the agreed scope — the same model as commercial photography licensing, not a transfer of copyright.

Minor edits such as cropping, retouching, and logo placement are always permitted. Face-swapping, significant alteration, or use outside the licensed scope is not.

Can I use the content in paid advertising?

From Campaign I upward, yes — paid advertising use is included in the license. The Portrait and The Edit cover organic social use only.

What about print, billboards, or TV?

Product packaging (labels, hang-tags, inserts) — GHC 2,400 / $160.

Out-of-home (billboards, transit, event signage) — GHC 2,400 / $160.

Broadcast and video (TV, cinema, streaming) — quoted per brief.

Print editorial (magazine, press, catalogue) — quoted per brief.

Can I lock a persona to my brand so competitors can't use her?

Category Exclusivity — GHC 9,000 / $600 per 6 months. She won't appear for any direct competitor in your defined category during the period.

Full Exclusivity — GHC 18,000 / $1,200 per 3 months. She's off the market entirely — no brand outside your organisation receives new content with her.

Both are additions to a content package, not standalone purchases.

What happens when my license expires?

Renew at the same scope and platforms for roughly 60% of the original license fee. We issue the renewal offer 30 days before expiry, so there is no gap in coverage.

04

Process & Timeline

From brief to final delivery.

How long does a project take?

The Portrait: 3–5 working days · The Edit & Campaign I: 5–10 working days · Campaign II: 7–14 working days · Campaign III: 7–21 working days.

The clock starts at brief confirmation, not at first enquiry.

What does the process actually look like?

Enquiry → scope and budget qualified → brief confirmed and deposit paid → production → one consolidated revision round → final delivery. Campaign I and above open with a creative direction session before production starts.

How many revisions do I get?

One consolidated round is included per package — submitted as a single set of feedback, not piecemeal. Off-brief regenerations are covered; preference changes beyond the original brief are priced separately (GHC 600 / image · GHC 1,200 / video).

Do you produce video, or just stills?

Both. Video is bundled into Campaign III (6 pieces) and the Content Partnership retainer (2 reels/month). Tell us if you want video scoped into a smaller package — it can usually be arranged.

05

Payment & Terms

How and when you pay, and what protects both sides.

How does payment work?

One-off packages: 50% deposit on confirmation, 50% on final delivery.

Campaign II & III: milestone-based — 30% on confirmation, 40% at first delivery, 30% on final.

Retainers: invoiced monthly, in advance.

What payment methods do you accept?

Ghana: MTN Mobile Money, Vodafone Cash, AirtelTigo Money.

International: bank transfer, PayPal.

What if I need to cancel?

Deposits are non-refundable once production has begun. Cancelling within 48 hours of signing — before production starts — gets your deposit back minus an admin fee.

Do you sign NDAs?

Yes — standard practice for unreleased products or embargoed campaigns. We'll sign yours or provide our own. Every pre-production brief is treated as confidential by default, NDA or not.

06

Working Together

Where we work, and how to open a conversation.

Do you work with brands outside Ghana?

Yes — based in Accra, working with clients worldwide. Remote collaboration is the default, not a workaround.

Do you offer ongoing content, not just one-off campaigns?

Yes. The Content Partnership retainer covers 8 images and 2 video reels every month, with priority turnaround and a rolling commercial license — built for brands that want a standing content pipeline rather than repeated one-off bookings.

How do I get started?

Email bookings@michelardent.studio with your category and a rough sense of scope. Discovery calls are available for projects at Campaign I scope or above.

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Give us five decisions. We’ll shape the production.

  1. Your category
  2. Channels and intended use
  3. Deliverables
  4. Deadline
  5. Budget band
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