Do you offer special techniques such as hand-coloring or toning?
Pretty much what ever you want. Sepia, black & white, blk & white with partial color, panos, color.
We offer all the standard items as well as images on Lucite, canvas, canvas with the addition of hand painting, pearl paper and much more
Do you have experience shooting in various lighting situations?
I have shot practically in the dark, by far not the best situation and prefer not to do this again. A photographer needs to understand light and their equipment. As a professional photographer I am skilled with my equipment and lighting so while different situations present challenges I am still able to produce great images.
Is your media preference film or digital?
Digital now days
How many photographers do you work with?
I have access to several skilled photographers and use as many as I need for a particular situation.
Do you guarantee your presence at the actual event?
Unless some other arrangement has been made, yes.
Do you sometimes book yourself for more than one event in a day? Weekend?
I would never do more than 1 wedding a day and no more than 2 over a Friday, Sat., Sunday time period.
Do you have a replacement photographer in case you become unavailable on the day of the event?
Yes
What kind of equipment do you typically bring with you on the day-of?
I scout out the locations so I know what I will and might need and go from there. Cameras, lenses, lighting if needed, possibly back drops.
Do you bring back-up equipment to the event in case of malfunction?
Yes
Do you charge hourly or full day?
I have an hourly fee for additional time or excessive travel/destination expenditures.
Are you available to shoot extra hours? If yes, how much do you charge for extra hours?
Yes, $175.00
What is your policy on taking breaks? If you require a meal break, do you require that the client provide your meal?
Just what is necessary for something to eat, water and bathroom breaks.
Do you charge for travel?
It really depends on the distance I am traveling or if I will have to stay over night.
How soon after the event are the proofs ready for viewing?
in about 2-3 weeks. Most people have no idea what goes into this process or how much time it takes but I understand how anxious and excited couples are to see their images. If I am close to home I will often try and get a few teaser pics out by email to the bride and groom that night.
In what format are the initial proofs offered?
web site
How long can the client keep the proofs?
web site proofs are up according to what is in the package we negotiate. Anywhere from 3 months to a year
Do you retain the copyright for the photos?
Yes, how ever that does not mean I might not negotiate printing rights.
Do you reserve the right to publish the photos?
yes for promoting, advertising and possible magazine submission. I usually do contact the couple first.
Do you provide the digital files and/or negatives (or copies of the negatives) to the client?
That is something that would have to be negotiated.
Will images be available for viewing online?
Yes
What kind of albums do you offer?
Traditional, print press, hinged pages, cameo covers, printed covers, flush mount, different papers including pearl and UV coated. If you want it we will locate it for you, just ask.
When will the client get the final album?
This partly depends on how soon the bride approves photos and the layout. Once layout is approved about 1-2 weeks.