Abracadabra Productions
Topical Island Wedding Videography and Photography
PO Box 6164, Key West, FL 33041
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305-744-3435
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About
Tropical Island wedding photography and videography that showcases your personal style. We capture the laughter, the tears, the traditional, the unconventional and all of the wonderfully spontaneous moments of your wedding day.

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Gail and Craig at Abracadabra Productions are true professionals. They are a pleasure to work with whether they are shooting stills or video. Ready to assist all their fellow workers with solid advice, help and good cheer.
One of the truly great teams in South Florida, both in the Keys and the mainland. Unsurpassed in their quality of video. Personable and professional! A true pleasure to work with! I just had the pleasure of working with this dynamic team again, last weekend. Another flawless event! Their dedication to the client is unparalleled on the Island of Key West! We love working with them!

Frequently Asked Questions for Photography
Do you offer special techniques such as hand-coloring or toning?
Special techniques are available and quoted on a project basis.
 
Do you have experience shooting in various lighting situations?
Experience ranges from bright sunlight on a reflective sandy beach to dimly lit rooms,
 
Is your media preference film or digital?
Digital
 
How many photographers do you work with?
For expanded coverage I work with 1 assistant. Additional photographers are available.
 
Do you guarantee your presence at the actual event?
Yes, I am the primary photographer at your event.
 
Do you have a replacement photographer in case you become unavailable on the day of the event?
Although this has never occurred, I do have a replacement photographer should I be unable to fulfill the booking.
 
What kind of equipment do you typically bring with you on the day-of?
3 cameras with 3 separate lenses, 3 flashes, diffusers and batteries.
 
Do you bring back-up equipment to the event in case of malfunction?
Yes.
 
Do you charge hourly or full day?
Coverage is provided and charged based on the package selected.
 
Are you available to shoot extra hours? If yes, how much do you charge for extra hours?
Yes, I am available to shoot overtime, and the fee is based on the package selected.
 
What is your policy on taking breaks? If you require a meal break, do you require that the client provide your meal?
None.
 
Do you charge for travel?
Up to one hour travel time each way is included. After that, travel is charged for addtional time and mileage.
 
How soon after the event are the proofs ready for viewing?
All images are edited, retouched and color corrected. A minimum amount of images are guaranteed with each package and depends on the number of hours of coverage. The delivery time ranges from 4 to 8 weeks and depends on the package selected and the season. An estimated delivery date is given on the Production Agreement.
 
In what format are the initial proofs offered?
Our clients receive 4x6 color proofs in a proof album, an online Photo Sharing Gallery hosted for one year and the high resolution images on Gold archival CD's are included in all packages.
 
How long can the client keep the proofs?
The proofs are included in all packages and are theirs to keep.
 
Do you retain the copyright for the photos?
A Photographer's Release is included in all packages so our clients can make as many copies of their images wherever and whenever they like.
 
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 client?
Yes, the high resolution images are provided on Gold Archival CD's
 
Will images be available for viewing online?
Yes, an online Photo Sharing Gallery is hosted for one year from the ship date.
 
What kind of albums do you offer?
We provide enlargement services and traditional wedding albums by request.
 
When will the client get the final album?
The delivery time is based on the complexity of the wedding album.

Frequently Asked Questions for Videography
What types, such as unedited footage or special effects, of videography do you offer?
We offer two or more camera shoots and the footage is tightly edited to music.
 
Describe any special editing services you offer:
In addition to standard format we also offer high definition (HD) 16:9 format for widescreen TV's.
 
Do you have lighting equipment to accommodate a more dimly-lit event?
Yes, we use on camera lighting.
 
How many videographers do you work with?
All packages include two videographers. Additional videographers are available.
 
Does the client get to meet the videographers before the event?
Yes, we are available to meet with our clients proir to the wedding.
 
Do you guarantee your presence at the actual event?
Yes.
 
Do you have a replacement videographer in case you become unavailable on the event day?
Although this need has never occurred, I do have a replacement videographer should I be unable to fulfill the booking.
 
What kind of equipment do you typically bring with you on the day-of?
3 video cameras with on camera lights, tripods, wireless mics, headphones, batteries
 
Do you bring backup equipment to the event in case of malfunction?
Yes.
 
What is your policy on taking breaks? If you require a meal break, do you require that the client provide your meal?
None.
 
Do you charge overtime?
Yes, when coverage exceeds the agreement overtime is charged by the hour and that rate is based on the package selected.
 
Do you give access to your raw footage?
The digital clone of the raw footage is available for a duplication fee.
 
Do you reserve the right to use the video in the future for promotions, contents, etc.?
Yes.
 
Is the client involved in the editing process? If so, how much input does the client have in editing?
We do not offer our clients the opportunity to participate in the editng process.
 
How long does it take for the client to get the final video?
The delivery time ranges from 4 to 8 weeks and depends on the package selected and the season. An estimated delivery date is given on the Production Agreement.