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Crown Photographic, Houston area wedding and special event photographers, offers a beautiful combination of artistic photojournalism and classic wedding photography with the Bride’s and Groom’s wishes in mind.  With over 25 years of professional photographic experience in the U.S., Europe, and South America, we truly enjoy capturing those special moments of your Wedding Day.  Photography is not a job to us; it is a passion for artistic expression.  Creating the images you will cherish for a lifetime is our goal.  We look forward to making your special day as relaxed and enjoyable as possible. Please feel free to view our Testimonials page on our web site to see for yourself how brides and grooms respond to our exceptional services.  We are available for bookings in the Houston, Dallas, Austin, and San Antonio areas and everywhere in between and beyond.  We are also happy to accommodate your destination wedding here in the states or abroad.  Please contact us for details as all packages are customizable to meet your individual requirements.  

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The Princess Bridal	We love Crown Photographic! Very talented photographers, eclectic style to capture that perfect picture & really nice people,a joy to work with. Denise Case PS. Great prices, too
WHAT is HIP Band	Had an opportunity to work with Crown Photographic, they are awesome! A professional organization.
DontGetMarriedWithoutMe.com	Is there a word that's opposite of Stuffy? That's Graham and Brenda. I always look forward to working with these two at a wedding. I get the opportunity to watch many photographers at work, and Crown has an edge when it comes to professional combined with fun. What! A photographer who's good AND fun? Impossible! Thanks Graham for bringing that lovable, laughable disposition to work with you, along with your dedication to "best". You make the experience for your brides that much sweeter. And hey...you gotta love that accent! Rob Cross www.DontGetMarriedWithoutMe.com
The Vineyards of Waverly Manor	We love working with Graham and Brenda. They are always on time and we know what to expect when they arrive. Excellence in every wedding!!! Waverly Manor

How do you identify your primary photographic style? A combination of artistic photojournalism and classic wedding photography based on the couple's preferences

Please describe any special techniques you offer: Color, Black & White, Sepia, Focal Color, Soft Focus; Lustre or Metallic Professional Quality Paper, Canvas Mounting & our own special antiquing touch.

Which lighting situations do you have experience with? We have experience in all lighting situations

Do you have a media preference? Digital

How many photographers do you work with? Two for every wedding unless other prior arrangements are made, usually one for a very short ceremony and reception with a very small party

Do you guarantee your presence at the actual event? Yes, both of us are included with every wedding package unless otherwise as stated in the previous question

Do you sometimes book yourself for more than one wedding in a day? We book one wedding per day. You will have our undivided time and attention.

Do you have a replacement photographer in case you become unavailable on the wedding day? We have several highly experienced replacement photographers available for emergencies.

What kind of equipment do you typically bring with you on the day-of? Multiple camera bodies, lenses, lighting equipment and support equipment....plus dozens of spare batteries !

Do you bring back-up equipment to the event in case of malfunction? Yes, every shoot. We've heard the same horror stories brides hear about camera malfunctions and you can't become complacent simply because nothing ever happened before. Also, having two photographers at every wedding allows for one to continue while the other goes for backup. Thankfully it hasn't happened. Quality equipment is a definite advantage.

Do you charge hourly or full day? We provide a full 8-12 hours coverage (package dependent) with extra time available. We find that 8 hours covers almost all weddings and receptions including the 2 hours prior, venue permitting, that we arrive to catch all the preparation shots of both the bride and groom and their attendants.

If hourly, are you available for shooting overtime? If so, how much do you charge for overtime? We offer an additional block of time, if required, at $250 for 4 hours. We don't even discuss overtime if a reception runs over for an hour or so. There are many variables in keeping things on track, and it is understandable that sometimes it doesn't happen. This extra block of time comes at a very reasonable price if you find you need it. You've entrusted us to shoot a most treasured day in your life, consider it our thanks for your trust.

Do you require a meal break? If yes, do you require that the wedding party provide your meal? No. If it is literally 8-12 hours, a little something to keep us going is nice, but we don't require it ever.

How many breaks do you usually take throughout the day? We work throughout the event and usually take separate breaks so one of us is always shooting.

Do you charge for travel? We do not charge for travel in the Houston area. A small fee is applicable for Dallas, Austin, San Antonio, Galveston and more distant areas to cover our costs in getting there. If an overnight stay is necessary, we charge actual cost and we won't demand 5 star hotels. You have enough to deal with without having diva photographers to add to your list.

How soon after the event are the proofs ready for viewing? 4-6 weeks Each photo from beginning to end is hand assessed by us so you receive the best possible photos for your money. We don't believe in batch editing. It may be fast, but it isn't as accurate in most situations.

In what format are the initial proofs offered? CD-ROM We find that brides and grooms are very computer savvy and prefer to view their proofs on their computer.

How long can the couple keep the proofs? Forever

Do you retain the copyright for the photos? Copyright-free cd's are included in four of our packages and are also available for purchase separately. They can be added to any package. See our Pearl package-designed specifically for brides wanting this option-Bridal OR Engagement session + wedding/reception with copyright-free cd's for both and includes four 11x14's. All packages are customizable to suit your needs.

Do you reserve the right to publish the photos? Yes.

Do you provide the digital files and/or negatives (or copies of the negatives) to the couple? Yes.

Will images be available for viewing on an online gallery? Yes, for 90 days. This can be extended on request at no extra charge.

What kind of albums do you offer? Traditional, Digital Flush Mount and Coffee Table style. Parent Albums are available in all album formats.

When will I get the final book? Approximately two weeks after the images are chosen by the Bride & Groom depending on the album style and design time involved.

How long does it take to deliver a book? We hand deliver (locally) the final album to the Bride & Groom as soon as possible following album completion.

Additional Questions and Answers
Crown Photographic loves to shoot weddings! It is a pleasure for us to give you a no pressure detailed account of your wedding experience. We want you to relax and have FUN and know your best memories are being captured. We arrive, venue permitting, two hours before the ceremony so we can capture all the nervous excitement in preparation for your walk down the aisle. Crown Photographic does not count clicks so you are sure to get a thorough account of your special day. Congratulations and best wishes for the future whichever photographer you choose!!

Artificial tanning-some spray on tans make you look like a carrot next to your bridesmaids, especially if they didn't join you in the process. There may also be definite lines of demarcation around the sides of your feet and hands-think shots of your rings or putting on shoes! We find that the color you were born with usually works best for photos, but if you insist on tanning, do your research and make sure it looks natural.