This is a pretty honest thread and I can see the point/frustration for many. Every studio/model has its prices and there is where you need to make the first distinction. Are you ordering from a model or producer?
Models= Less overhead costs since they are the main focus at times and at times only need to hire other talent which can lead to trade, discounts, or just the other models rate making customs $25-$200 at most. But if you are ordering from a producer...
We have much more going on. For me a simple breakdown for lets say a 10 minute non stop foot tickle:
- Models in NY have a fetish rate of $100 minimum to $200 on average. Occasionally a few will be in the $300-$500 range but those are normally the ones that are obviously going to cost an insane amount so lets stick with the minimum. So the model will arrive for $100 to shoot but also has to be compensated for travel which is $50-$100. Were in NY and travel takes time and effort so its a courtesy that is required. We are now at $150 on a minimum. From my experience with customers there are always particular requests we may not be able to fulfill for free.
IE: Pedicures, wardrobe, extra talent, additional camera angles, etc. There is a lot there.
Now me personally where I can differ from other producers is I do charge to shoot and edit at times. Why? because most customs are very particular or blanketed that when I sell them I make -$10 to $100 at most sometimes. That sucks. Thats hours of my time and day going to less than minimum wage. SO pending the custom I can charge $100-$400 (obv the super high price is if I am editing an hour long clip with multiples angles, cant sell because you want it private or names etc.) So to show a minimum custom is going to be $200-$250 pending travel and the model.
Customs are not easy and I do agree with the above sessions are WAY better off. But for those who want customs you get what you pay for. Go with who you want and shop around. But if you go for a low offer and get a low product you only really can blame yourself on that. If a model (esp most new pro tickle models) knows they are popular they will hike the price up.