Amie Otto Photography 4.8 out of 5.0 4.8/5.0
Ashburn, VA 20148
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Business Info
Services: Photography
Established: 2003
Employees: 2
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About
Simply put, I love what I do. To be invited to photograph the most special times of people’s lives makes me feel lucky and honored. Whether capturing the smallest details of a wedding or photographing a new member of the family, I can’t think of anything else I would rather be doing. 
 
My style is a blend of documentary and modern  photography. We offer a range of packages to suit any wedding and would love to talk to you more about your upcoming event.

2009 Bride's Choice Awards Winner--Wedding Wire
Member, Professional Photographers Association
Member, Wedding Photojournalist Association
As seen in The Washingtonian, Premier Bride, Rock n Roll Bride

Amie Otto Photography

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Endorsements
I recently worked with Amie at a wedding in VA - she was very professional and we even got a chance to swap stories about our experiences in the wedding industy. She's a greyhound lover which scored points with me. Her work is also featured throughout my website.
We love working with Amie. She is creative, enthusiastic and she absolutely loves what she does! Amie Otto is always professional and truly a wonderful photographer.
Amie is such a personable and professional wedding photographer. I had the pleasure of working with her on Memorial Day and she was a joy to meet and work with!

Frequently Asked Questions for Photography
What primary photographic style do you identify with?
Contemporary, Photojournalism
 
What do your packages include?
Albums, Custom Graphic Design, Digital Files, Flush Mount, High Resolution Images, Negatives
 
Do you have liability insurance?
Yes
 
Do you offer special techniques such as hand-coloring or toning?
I shoot everything digitally and then during the editing process can convert photos to black and white and sepia, as well as do special effects like cross processing, vignettes, etc. I also do minor retouching and artistic effects as part of all my packages.
 
Do you have experience shooting in various lighting situations?
I have experience with pretty much all lighting situations. Please contact me for more specific information.
 
Is your media preference film or digital?
Digital
 
How many photographers do you work with?
1-2 depending on the wedding.
 
Do you guarantee your presence at the actual event?
Yes
 
Do you sometimes book yourself for more than one event in a day? Weekend?
I only book one wedding per day and no more than 2 per weekend.
 
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?
Several digital camera bodies, lenses, and flash heads, as well as a few film bodies.
 
Do you bring back-up equipment to the event in case of malfunction?
Yes
 
Do you charge hourly or full day?
Either--it depends on the package.
 
Are you available to shoot extra hours? If yes, how much do you charge for extra hours?
Yes. $350 Per hour.
 
What is your policy on taking breaks? If you require a meal break, do you require that the client provide your meal?
Depends on the schedule of the wedding.
 
Do you charge for travel?
Not within a 75 mile radius of Dulles Airport.
 
How soon after the event are the proofs ready for viewing?
4-6 weeks.
 
In what format are the initial proofs offered?
On a password protected website.
 
How long can the client keep the proofs?
Hosted on line for 6 months.
 
Do you retain the copyright for the photos?
Yes, but I also offer high resolution image files with rights to print.
 
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
 
Will images be available for viewing online?
Yes
 
What kind of albums do you offer?
Flush mount, matted and coffee book style.
 
When will the client get the final album?
Approximately 4-6 weeks after design is finalized.

Additional Questions and Answers
Q: Do you do custom packages?
A: Definitely! I hate to have someone pay for something they don’t really want, and I know how it is to plan a wedding on a budget. Contact me to set up an appointment to discuss the details of your wedding and to put together the perfect personalized package.
 
Q: How do I know you are the right photographer for me?
A: Whoever you choose to photograph your wedding, be sure you like the person and are ok with spending the whole day with them. You want to be comfortable with them trailing you pretty much the whole day. Also think about more intimate moments, like getting ready—your photographer will be there!
Ask to see a whole wedding. Anyone can show you their best work, but an entire wedding will give you a sense of what you will get out of your wedding photos.
Lastly, be sure you are in love with the photos. Photography is an emotional experience, so make sure your photographer’s images really “speak” to you.